Indholdsfortegnelse for November 2017 i Living Etc

Quite by chance, colour, pattern and texture have become the watchwords in this issue and I’m taking it as a lesson for my own home this winter. I was poised to redecorate my sitting room in a peaceful pale grey to tone in with the dark-grey velvet sofa and wood floors. Now I’m wondering whether I should be going dark and moody – dramatically throwing together kilims, tapestry and wallpaper in one daring scheme… Our decorating story, The Silk Road (page 63) is a riot of colour and design, often clashing but always stylish, while the bold looks in the bathroom feature (page 161) are proof that decorative treatments can work in every room. Even the houses this month reflect the overall mood, from touch-me plaster and crackled wood walls…

Designer Antonio Citterio, 2005. Details Happy chaise longue, from approx £4,380, Flexform. Background We know we’d feel more than a little overjoyed to be reclining on Antonio Citterio’s elegant chaise longue, vino rosso in hand. Channelling modern Made in Italy sophistication, the Happy chaise longue has a low metal frame with leather laces stretched across in a loose weave and is a perfetto example of the kind of fine Italian craftsmanship we know to expect from the enduring 40-year design partnership between Flexform and Citterio. The cushions are filled with goose down and upholstered in a choice of first-class fabrics, from cashmere to linen and velvet, plus there’s a bonus bolster cushion that’s there to be positioned at whim. Antonio ‘gentleman of design’ Citterio’s smooth translation of Flexform’s commitment to…

Sweet berry chairs add depth and drama to a marshmallow-tinged space, creating a delicious contrast of hues. A delicate pink-hued glass carafe is the perfect partner for shimmering brass and luxe marble, making a harmonious textural melody. If walls could talk… For a glam, urban edge, shake things up with a riot of pinks applied in bold, geometric strokes. From full-bodied rose to the palest salmon-pink, layering gradated blush tones in statement shapes hits all the right notes. For a fresh take on luxe soft furnishings, build curtain tiers of pastiche patterns in an understated palette with a block pastel panel. Avoid an all-out sugar rush by teaming modern pink walls and a sorbet-sweet ottoman with a sleek bronze console. A watery blush gets an unexpected punch in a painterly…

HOME PROFILE THE OWNER Lee Thornley, founder of lifestyle brand Bert & May, and his daughters Lyla, seven, and Iris, four. Plus rabbits Lizzie and Twitchy. THE PROPERTY A Victorian mill owner’s cottage in North Yorkshire. On the ground floor is a living room, dining room, kitchen, garden room and cloakroom, while upstairs are four bedrooms, a bathroom and shower room. ‘I’M actually quite tight,’ says a smiling Lee Thornley, when asked what it took to completely reinvent the quaint Victorian mill house that he and his daughters Lyla and Iris live in. ‘I like to find a solution that isn’t just throwing cash at a problem and I’m not a fan of wasting money. This house definitely proves that if you spend just a few quid on a concrete…

The power of lighting to reinvent a space and create a just-so mood means it’s one of the most important design decisions you’ll make during any refurbishment project. Heal’s, with its history of innovation, has always been at the forefront of lighting design, showcasing the newest, of-the-moment styles alongside a breathtaking selection of iconic classics. It’s the ultimate design destination for discerning shoppers. THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHT Returning for a second year, the Heal’s Festival of Light is once again set to celebrate innovative lighting from some of the world’s most talented designers. On 17 October, the ground-floor front showroom of the flagship store on Tottenham Court Road will be transformed with installations from Heal’s lighting, leading brands such as Tom Raffield, Anna Jacobs and Flos, and new faces such…

HOT TROPICS The tropical trend is picking up pace. Those who have already braved jungle fabrics and exotic fruit lamps in their living areas are now embracing a sultry vibe in their bathrooms and the results are just as exciting. This look is a deliberately in-your-face celebration of colour and opulence: palm fronds, birds of paradise and hot Caribbean shades. If you’re not ready to commit to patterned permanent fixtures – though House of Hackney’s Foliage collection, which can be printed on to tiles, is hard to resist – go for broke on accessories. Anthropologie ticks off tropical in shower curtains, towels and trinket dishes, while Rockett St George is a treasure trove for all things flamingo, pineapple and palm leaf. ‘This trend is all about bringing colour, air and…

Bay-brined chicken, with cider, pears, thyme and pumpkin Serves 4-6 FOR THE BRINE * 200ml dry cider * 100g demerara sugar * 2 tbsp rock salt * 1 tbsp whole black peppercorns * 2 thyme sprigs * 3 fresh bay leaves, crushed * 1 large, free-range chicken (about 2kg), untied, any giblets removed FOR THE ROAST * 50g butter, softened * 10 shallots, halved and peeled * 4 fresh, small bay leaves * 5 thyme sprigs, plus extra leaves to serve * 1 small pumpkin or round squash, deseeded and cut into wedges * 3 small pears, halved and cored * 2 tbsp olive oil * 150ml dry cider Start with the brine. Mix the cider, sugar, salt, peppercorns, thyme and bay leaves with 200ml water. Put the chicken in…

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SOFT TOUCH Rarely do pieces of furniture really feel as good as they look, but we’re making an exception for sofa.com’s collection of sit-on-and-sink-away velvet pieces. Sure to bat away any seasonal blues, the look this autumn is all about punchy, vibrant shades. ‘Whether you choose a sofa in a striking statement colour or opt for opulent jewel accent tones, rich fabrics in bold colours are the most reliable go-to for instant glamour,’ says Vanessa Hurley-Perera, chief product officer at sofa.com. And while we thought the combination of seriously squishy shapes and luxuriously soft fabrics was already quite clever, the sofa giant has just rolled out a line of new Smart Velvets, which promise to be more durable and longer-lasting than ever before. So no matter how many box sets…

FASHION MAVENS MARK AND ROBERT are used to turning convention on its head. They transformed their previous home by building upwards in a top-floor apartment, giving them soaring views over the City. In their new home, they took the opposite approach, digging down to create a new floor. Yet, in a feat of architectural alchemy, the result is not dissimilar: a flowing space flooded with natural light. ‘We wanted a basement extension that defied expectations – and we got it,’ says Mark. The couple were searching for a property challenge, but also wanted somewhere that captured their imaginations. ‘This place has a quirky history,’ says Robert. The building had previously been a Victorian mission house, a ragged school for waifs and strays and a Salvation Army hall. ‘That was all…

ONE of Sophie Duruf lé’s favourite pieces from Isabel Marant’s autumn/winter 2017 collection is a beautifully cut coat made in a quilted velvet that’s exquisitely soft to the touch. ‘It’s so good, I think I could sleep in it!’ she says. It’s a fitting choice because, for Sophie, style is always accompanied by comfort – both in her professional life as CEO of the fashion house and at home in her Paris apartment. ‘It’s an essential criterion for my home,’ she says. ‘So much so that my obsession with buying cushions has become a running joke among my friends.’ This top-f loor apartment in Paris’s central 1st arrondissement, with high windows overlooking the Seine and Pont Neuf towards the Eiffel Tower, is indeed supremely comfortable and welcoming. Palest linen sofas…

HOME PROFILE THE OWNERS Nia Morris, an interior designer, and her husband Paul Baines, an intensive care consultant. Between them they have seven children from previous marriages. THE PROPERTY A 17th-century former mill in Gloucestershire, which has been extended over the years to include five bedrooms and four bathrooms upstairs. On the ground floor there is a living room, kitchen, snug, study, utility room and pantry, boot room and cloakroom. ‘I LIKE UNEXPECTED elements: things that confound preconceptions and draw the eye. Every room should have something surprising: it might be an object that’s underscaled or overscaled, or a bright colour, or a piece that doesn’t match,’ muses interior designer Nia Morris. ‘I think interiors should be a bit daring: that’s what gives a home energy. Too much taupe and…

THE TILE FILE Beautiful vintage tiles usually come with a hefty price tag. A new collaboration between Bathstore and the V&A, however, makes some of the museum’s heritage designs available in all their bold colour and sensuous glory. Use daringly en masse or individually to add a sophisticated accent to a plain wall. Clematis Decor, above left, £14 per tile; and Morgan Blue Decor, £16 (bathstore.com) HEART WARMER In response to the growing trend for cosier bathrooms with some edge, Bisque has introduced a red gold option to its range of radiators and towel rails. They add a warmer, more glamorous note, a chic alternative to ubiquitous stainless steel. Chime radiator, from £991.20; valves from £148.80 for two (bisque.co.uk) COLOUR RANGE Who doesn’t secretly lust after an Aga? The iconic…

1 HEADS UP Big, bold headboards have made a welcome return to the bedroom – they’re an easy way to make the bed a focal point using colour, pattern and texture. If the headboard is an elaborate shape or has lots of detail, keep the fabric plain and textural; a simpler silhouette can take a vibrant pattern. If you opt for the latter, choose muted bed linen and walls and add a few patterned accents such as cushions or a rug. Be daring, adds Mandeep Dillon, creative director of Savoir Beds. ‘Headboards are an opportunity to make a strong statement, but you can always re-cover them as your taste changes or as trends move on.’ For a wide selection of headboards, try Loaf, from £275, which has designs in numerous…

Discover the secrets of decorating, lighting and styling on the Livingetc KLC School of Design one-day course this November. Learn the tricks of styling a modern home at this exclusive workshop, held by the KLC School of Design at its studios in London’s Chelsea Harbour. Hosted by expert tutors, the course comprises short, focused lectures and practical workshops designed to develop the skills you need to decorate with confidence. With industry insiders on hand, you’ll pick up plenty of tips to help you make the most of your space. BOOK NOW! Tickets cost £130 per person and include a buffet lunch. No previous design experience required. To book, call 020 7376 3377 or visit klc.co.uk/livingetc. ABOUT KLC SCHOOL OF DESIGN KLC School of Design is renowned for the quality of…

This autumn, it’s not just the weather taking a dark turn. Designers are adding a little Gothic noir to their collections. On the catwalk, Temperley London reinvented governess chic – sending strong and sexy maidens down the runway. Back at the haunted mansion, House of Hackney’s new fabric prints have something of the night garden about them, while every day is Halloween as a host of macabre insects and animals creep on to homeware. Rory Dobner unearths beetles, while Sainsbury’s takes the crow road. Sounds too scary? Shoot flecks of old gold through a scheme to boost the glam factor or add some black lace – more for funk than frills.…

Add verve to a hallway with a vivacious damask wallpaper. Based on a 19th-century textile, it boosts period palettes to the max… Offset by a daringly dark backdrop, an updated oriental weave pops with pure colour. Anchor with a Persian rug for full effect. Get a flavour of the exotic east with a selection of ethnic-print fabrics in a range of jewel-bright shades. For a hit of Forties glamour, display compelling designs in front of a classic silk textile reimagined as an oversized print. Pimp up seating with upholstery in an array of patterns. Unusual wallpaper motifs give the parlour-room setting a modern edge. Team classic and contemporary with a striped fabric based on a Syrian silk and a funky lamp shade inspired by oriental souks. Revive the passion for…

HOME PROFILE THE OWNERS Greg Duke-Ambridge, project director at interior design and house staging company Decoroom, and his husband Nick, head of international sales and marketing at nonalcoholic spirit company Seedlip. THE PROPERTY A four-storey Victorian terrace in southwest London. The lower-ground floor has an en-suite bedroom and a cloakroom/utility room, plus an open-plan kitchen-diner, leading on to the garden. On the ground floor is a reception room and study. The first floor has a master bedroom with an en suite and dressing room, plus a bathroom. There are two bedrooms on the top floor. ‘WE CALL OUR HOME “The White House” because the previous owners had painted everything – inside and out – in that go-to safe shade,’ says Greg Duke-Ambridge of his now-colourful home. ‘They did us a…

Since its launch in 1810, Heal’s has led the way in furniture design. With more than two centuries of experience in exquisite craftsmanship, it’s as passionate today as it has always been about pushing the boundaries of contemporary design. At the heart of Heal’s collection is the simple belief that every home, everywhere, deserves great design that will stand the test of time – an ethos that Livingetc is proud to support, so we’re delighted to offer our readers the chance to enjoy an exclusive 15 per cent discount in-store or online. Autumn/winter 2017 sees the launch of a decadently opulent colour palette of deep burgundy, inky blues and dark greens. Focusing on tactile textures and luxe designs, these boutique-hotel worthy pieces will add more than a touch of glamour…

Australian-born, London-based interior designer Peter Mikic has forged a reputation for highly textured, colourful, tailored and sophisticated spaces, drawing on his background as a fashion designer before moving into interiors in 2006. Now with headquarters in an ever-expanding Shoreditch office with a team of 12, he oversees projects as diverse as KX gyms and country piles, luxury city apartments and super-yachts for the likes of Elisabeth Murdoch. Here, he shares his design secrets. How did you get started? I graduated in fashion and textiles at RMIT University and started menswear label Stonewood & Bryce with fellow graduate and friend Theo Vanderzalm before moving to London in 1995. It was great fun and a huge success – for five years, we showed on the catwalk in Milan alongside Dolce&Gabbana and Prada,…