Innehållsförteckning för July 2017 från Home Journal

1. TAKE A BREAK Coffee culture has become all the rage in Hong Kong. We round-up the best cafes that you should be checking out. 2. MY NEIGHBOURHOOD We speak to Kristina Karlsson, the founder and creative director of lifestyle and stationery brand kikki.K, to discover her favourite spots in Falkenberg, Sweden. 3. VINEYARD VILLA Explore a family’s rural weekend retreat located in the heart of Portugal’s wine land, designed by Spacemakers Atelier. 4. HOME AWAY FROM HOME AirBNB’s Dublin offices are smart, social, and not without a touch of industrial charm. 5. ARTIST’S IMPRESSION We speak to Hong Kong artist Cheng Ting Ting, about her exhibition exploring themes of education and creativity in the city. Visit our website at homejournal.hk Like us on Facebook @homejournal Follow us on Instagram…

For more than 80 years, French fabric house La Maison Pierre Frey has celebrated the exuberance and eclectisism of print. Now helmed by the founder’s son, Patrick Frey (with a little help from his three children), every collection is an exercise in quality and craftsmanship, revealing Patrick’s exquisite eye for design. I honestly don’t know where my inspiration comes from, because I never calculate what I am going to do. Sometimes, you wake up and you say, "Today is going to be a dull day, nothing special," and then you receive a call, or you open a magazine, or you have an appointment and, suddenly, things happen. The idea for the Maoming collection came from a guy who called me up and said, "I’m never in France, Mr Frey, I’m…

40,000sqm of space that houses 485 of the top exhibitors from all over the world – this is the scale of the 29th edition of the International Lighting Exhibition 2017, better known as Euroluce. This biennial event, hosted by the Salone del Mobile in Milan, is recognised as the global benchmark for lighting exhibitions where technological prowess meets equally mesmerising design. Aside from established brands showcasing their newest collections and innovations, it’s also a breeding ground for up-and-coming designers who are redefining the art of lighting. BALANCING ACT Less is more for Michael Anastassiades, the London-based lighting designer whose creations stand out for their simplicity and ingenuity. It’s almost certain that you’ve encountered one of his striking lamps in a restaurant, hotel or boutique; the lighting designer du jour’s creations…

Ceilings that exceed expectations, windows on every side and glass partitions in place of walls triumph in making Antonia Da Cruz’s Kennedy Town apartment feel significantly bigger than its 600sqft imprint. The Hong Kong general manager of fitness platform and community GuavaPass was first attracted to the space for a number of reasons: "The fact that it is a new build that was completed last year, it’s in a great up-and-coming area with new restaurants and a neighbourhood vibe, it’s by the sea, it has high ceilings, its got awesome facilities, and it offers convenient access to the MTR," are just a few she recounts. Originally comprising two bedrooms, Antonia’s first move was to change the layout of the flat to better fit her lifestyle. "I had to knock down…

WONDERFUL WALL COVERINGS AND PREMIUM FINISHES ADD A LUXE TOUCH TO INTERIORS Pick! ARTE 01. CAESARSTONE Caesarstone is extremely tough, as well as scratch, stain and heat resistant. The material is non-porous and ultra-hygienic, requiring minimal maintenance. Find it in a range of colours, patterns and finishes. 02. ARTE Wallcoverings in the Oculaire collection possess an intriguing pattern with a trompe-l’oeil effect, and are made from handwoven sisal Available from Tat Ming Wallpaper 03. ZIMMER + ROHDE The Signature wallpaper collection’s six designs allude to the Cinema textile collection. Of particular note are Fiori Wall iand Amalfi Wall. Available from Cetec FROM HEXAGONAL PATTERNS TO FAUX MARBLE, MAKE YOUR FIRST IMPRESSION COUNT Pick! MODULEO 04. FIANDRE Suitable for flooring and walls, Fiandre’s high-performance porcelain tiles replicate the look of a…

3 FORM ‰ | tel 2635 8388, 3form.com.hk, 3form@hunterdouglas.com.hk A ALTFIELD INTERIORS | Room 1101, 9 Queen’s Rd Central, Central; tel 2524 4867, altfield.com.hk ARCHETYPAL | G/F, 15 Moon St, Wan Chai; tel 2320 0580, archetypal.hk AVANT GARDE DESIGNS LTD | Shop A&B, G/F, 100-102 Queen’s Rd East, Wan Chai; tel 2526 0104, avantgardehk.com B B&B ITALIA HONG KONG | 3/F, China Online Centre, 333 Lockhart Rd, Wan Chai; tel 2295 3612, bebitalia@colourliving.com BLOOMINGVILLE | bloomingville.com BOCONCEPT | 73 Wyndham St, Central; tel 2668 0027 or Shop 118, Level 1, HomeSquare, 138 Sha Tin Rural Committee Rd, Sha Tin; tel 3468 7102, boconcept.hk BONALDO | bonaldo.it C CAESARSTONE | HK Caesar International Co Ltd, 16/F, Tien Chu Commercial Bldg, 173-174 Gloucester Rd Wan Chai; tel 2110 3165 or…

NELSON CHOW PRINCIPAL, NC DESIGN & ARCHITECTURE  When designing small spaces, we prefer clean and uncluttered lines, all complemented with a restrained selection of furnishings and accessories that appear like artworks. ANTONIA DA CRUZ GENERAL MANAGER, GUAVAPASS  When decorating a small apartment, make sure that you have ample and practical storage space, but don’t forget to strike a balance because you don’t want to end up hoarding more items than in necessary. JEFF WILSON FOUNDER, KASITA  Micro living allows you to free yourself from all your stuff and live a lighter lifestyle. It's all the things you need and nothing you don't. So you can spend more time exploring your city, travelling and living a more expansive life when you're not tied down.…

highlight THE LUNE COLLECTION OF SOFAS COMBINES NORDIC AES THETICS WITH PLA YFULNESS BE SQUARE It’s an accessory and a piece of furniture – Nendo’s Gaku design for Flos provides endless possibilities. You can choose to use this modular box as an adjustable hanging lamp or have it sit nicely on the floor, then add in bowls, vases, trays, mirrors, bookends or other fittings with magnets to display your objects. nendo.jp SHAPE OF YOU One of the latest collaborations from Fritz Hansen and Jaime Hayon, Lune is the result of the brand’s clean Nordic aesthetics and Hayon’s playful sense of design. The modular sofa comes with curved edges for maximum comfort, and is available in two-seater and L-shaped versions. fritzhansen.com THIS MINIMALIS T COFFEE T ABLE DESIGN T AKES…

“WE WERE LUCKY WITH THE CEILING HEIGHT, WHICH MAKES SUCH A DIFFERENCE... IN A SMALL SPACE EVERY INCH COUNTS” When your job takes you around the world, the importance of creating a space that you look forward to returning to cannot be overlooked. Commissioning editor for The Daily Telegraph’s travel desk, Trisha Andres, understands this all too well, which is why she enlisted Swedish-born, London-based rising design star Beata Heuman to help conceive her inviting abode in the English capital. "I chose to work with Beata in the first instance because I had a good feeling about her," says Trisha. "She is adorable and down-to-earth, and of course also because I love her style, which is neo-trad with a sense of humour." Measuring just 520sqft, Trisha’s apartment is small even…

Phuket is always subject to an endless influx of new resorts. Among the new properties on the block, though, COMO Point Yamu remains a winner in the region years after its December 2013 debut, thanks to its timeless sense of style and unparallelled location on the tip of Cape Yamu. Within view are the distinctive limestone outcroppings of Phang Nga Bay, which includes hundreds of islands, most of them forested, uninhabited and ringed by coral reefs. COMO Point Yamu sits comfortably within the surrounding natural landscape. Arriving Yamu s lofty lobby majestic steps like entering a sleek design museum. The space’s centerpiece is a temple-like installation of stacked wooden coffee tables laden with ceramic dolls holding welcoming signs in Thai and red-glazed ceramic bowls with beautiful flowers. The resort caters…

Home Journal’s annual Small Homes Issue is undisputedly one of our most anticipated editions of the year. First conceived in 2008 by my dear friend and former editor of this magazine, Albert Lo, this issue has grown from strength to strength over the course of nine years and has proved to be an invaluable resource and fount of inspiration for our readers. In Hong Kong, where space is a luxury, the key is to be clever when enhancing and maximising what we have, while at the same time ensuring the design is a perfect fit for our lifestyle. This month, you’ll find six homes, all measuring 1,000sqft or less. What they have in common – despite their compact proportions – is that they are all big on impact, function and…

When it comes to building a spa-like abode, nothing beats a palette of aqua shades – the serene hues are somewhere between green and blue, frequently associated with enchanting scenes of morning skies or tranquil oceans. These shades can be classic and elegant when paired with sand and ivory, or given an instant lift against orange, yellow and red. Be it turquoise, aqua or teal, feel free to play with these soothing tones on a large or small scale to achieve your desired result. They are also highly versatile when it comes to easily transitioning into different seasons and can be subtly blended into your current decor scheme for a minor update. These various tints can completely liven up even the dullest space with careful execution, so go on and…

In Hong Kong, where the average apartment size is approximately 470sqft, the concept of micro-living is nothing new – nor is it seen as particularly desirable. However, architects, developers and planners across the globe are calling for an increase in so-called "tiny homes" as a response to growing populations, escalating urbanisation and the rise of single-person households, not to mention a demand for economic and environmental efficiency when it comes to our living conditions. nARCHITECTS In 2012 in New York City, then-mayor Michael Bloomberg waived zoning and density rules limiting apartments to no-less-than 400sqft to make way for the city’s first micro-apartment complex. Designed by Brooklyn-based firm nARCHITECTS, the Carmel Place development in Manhattan’s Kips Bay neighbourhood offers 55 studios ranging from 260sqft to 360sqft and was recently awarded a…

"In my view, there’s never a gap between designing the exterior and interior of a building," says architect and designer Stefania Pellegrinelli of her philosophy. "In fact, there’s a continuous relationship, a constant dialogue, leading to a sole emotion for the whole. There are no boundaries, no limits or enclosed spaces. To me, architecture is a single object where all the players express themselves with the same intensity." This concept also extends to her home, located in the province of Bergamo in Italy’s Lombardy region. Encompassing just under 700sqft, the space is a realm of light, where white takes precedence and the composition is rigorous. Conceived with the double function of a home and a workplace, spaces devoted to creativity and everyday life come together in a unique architectural showcase.…

DRESS UP Y OUR DESIGN S CHEME WITH ONE OF THESE EX CITING ADDITIONS 01. TIM WEBBER Part of the Wood-Metal series, Tim Webber’s Tri-Ample pendant lamps boast a conical-shaped metal shade that fits perfectly with the turned-wood fitting and is available in a range of colours. 02. DIMENSIONE CHI WING LO Hong Kong-born designer Chi Wing Lo draws upon Italian influences to create classic pieces. The game table in natural oak with its large carved central column has a neo-classical feel while the table top has two ingeniously concealed compartments. 03. GIEN Gien, the heritage ceramics brand from Loire Valley, launches the Jardins Extraordinaire collection inspired by botanicals. Cyril Destrade uses his trademark vivid and expressive style to depict lush, poetic vegetation in a soft watercolour style. 04. LIFETIME…