Innehållsförteckning för May 2023 från Homes & Gardens

HALLWAYS should add life and joy to your homes. Well-designed hallways can romance you the moment you step in, so it’s important to set the mood straight away. ■ One of my favourite tricks is to brighten hallways by using a high-gloss lacquer treatment on the walls because it bounces light around and gives a feeling of much more depth. I recently painted one of my clients’ hallways a lacquered lavender colour. Originally, it had a dark windowless vibe with dark floors, and the lavender lacquer created an ethereal mood when mixed with the cove ceiling, with integrated lighting and painted floor. ■ A hallway is not the place to be shy – I think it is an opportunity to really make a statement. It can be very personal –…

STEP INTO SPRING It is impossible to imagine feeling anything besides upbeat if you begin each day in a bathroom adorned with these breezy fronds. Made by leading Spanish brand Realonda, these hexagonal-shaped Oasis tiles invoke the soul-lifting joy of a sunny spring morning, no matter what the forecast. Match with Aquamarine tiles on the floor. Oasis Floral Patterned matt porcelain tiles, 28.5x33cm, £32.95sq m; Oasis Aquamarine tiles, from £31.95sq m, Tile Mountain. WORTH THE WAIT Made-to-order is the latest way to get colour in your bathroom. As part of its Bespoke by Burlington service, Staffordshire sanitaryware specialist Burlington is now offering this Enchanted Blue option on pre-order only. Inspired by 1930s favourite Clair De Lune Blue, it’s a soft powdery shade that’s pretty and serene. Cosmic Green, a minty…

I ALWAYS add a touch of the unexpected to every space I design. Design should be fun – why not allow for a little whimsy in your home? My focus is always how good someone will feel in a room. I like the mix of something rustic or naïve, inexpensive even, next to something more precious and pristine – it grounds a room, adding texture and a sense of surprise, making the nicer piece look even nicer. If it is all too pristine, your eye simply takes in the room as a whole, whereas punctuating a room with an element of surprise makes you smile. For instance, I once attached a vintage rowing boat upside down to a ceiling, and my daughter’s bedroom plays host to an eight-foot-tall toy giraffe.…

HERITAGE WEAVING Clay McLaurin and Todd Piercy had a mission to bring the craftsmanship of American textiles to the fore when they started their fabric and wallcoverings brand McLaurin & Piercy. After purchasing LA Mills, a boutique weaving mill in downtown Los Angeles, they furthered their goal to connect American heritage weaving to the future. Their fabrics are rooted in classic design while being inspired by values of hard work, honesty and independence. Visit George Spencer Designs, where you’ll see their fabrics, like Tagetes in Sumac, £219.50m, shown here on the tablecloth. FOOT NOTE Arlo & Jacob’s Scandi-influenced Anderson footstool, shown here in Ian Mankin’s Suffolk Check in Black, costs £1,302. It’s a versatile piece that will inject a pop of colour and add character to your scheme as a…

‘The undertones of this shade of pink complement the warmth of leather and a range of wood tones. Alternatively, you can bring a pop of colour by pairing with red furnishings for an updated take on the monochromatic style.’ HELEN SHAW, director, Benjamin Moore 1. ‘Adding a touch of soft pink in the form of curtains can really bring a sense of gentleness and calm to a room. Be wary of anything too saccharine in colour, you’ll tire of it very quickly. Instead find a lovely faded out shade.’ ANGELICA SQUIRE, founder, Studio Squire 2. ‘Soft pink is our absolute favourite colour to work with. We often use it in living rooms and bedrooms. We don’t tend to use pale pink in darker rooms like WCs with no windows or…

APARTMENT 48 Following an organic approach that is based on storytelling to build strong narratives for the interiors he designs, Rayman Boozer expresses his talent through bright colours, vibrant materials and strong patterns – the result translates visually into optimistic spaces that are a joy to be in. Since founding Apartment 48 in 1994, Rayman has honed his design voice and now helps clients to reveal their own through beautiful homes, offices and boutiques. Drawing inspiration from fashion, cinema and travel, he has an inimitable, effortless style that immediately catches the eye. BECCA INTERIORS Owner and principal designer Becca Casey grew up in the English countryside, before eventually moving to the other side of the Atlantic and launching her design career in New York City. Currently based in Connecticut where…

Surrounded by magnificent aspen, cedar, tamarack and pine trees, this secluded new build in Bigfork, Montana, is as striking as it is effortlessly natural – luxurious, yet rooted by a rustic minimalism that connects it seamlessly to its environment. The antithesis of city living, the property, a five-bedroom home with separate two-bedroom barn, was built as a dream escape for new empty-nesters – a Texas-based couple in their fifties. ‘Located in their favourite holiday destination, it was designed as a place to disconnect – large enough for their four college-age children to all stay; for them to pursue the outdoor life they love; and a space for them to eventually retire to,’ says Seattle-based creative director and principal designer, Kylee Shintaffer. The secret to the home’s success is the combination…

For so many years our home has been the backdrop to spilt drinks, popcorn in the sofa and various dogs,’ Jill Lasersohn explains. ‘But now the kids have left the nest and my husband Jack and I bought this Manhattan apartment, we can finally live like grown-up adults,’ she says. Jill arrived in New York City from the Midwest some 30 years ago and met Jack, a medical venture capitalist, not long after. They made their full-time home in the Hamptons but with their two daughters now grown up and living in the city, the couple decided it was time to invest in a pied-à-terre. ‘We were visiting our girls and taking advantage of museums and shows so we wanted somewhere we could stay without having to bring a suitcase…

1 PRIME POSITION Connecting an outdoor bathroom to indoor utilities, such as the existing hot water supply, will help keep installation costs down. This simply executed outdoor bathroom in Puglia, Italy, is plumbed directly through the exterior wall of the property, so the hot water has less far to travel. ‘Using seamless traditional finishes, such as pink-tinted cocciopesto plaster on the bath and limewashed sandstone walls, achieves an outdoor bathing space that connects quietly with the home and its surroundings,’ says interior designer Andrew Trotter. 2 SUNKEN TREASURE A sunken bath channels a spa-style hot tub feel, without the need for harsh chemicals. Deck installation can also make it easier to hide necessary pipework and drainage below. Agape’s freestanding outdoor bath has the overflow integrated within its drain for a…

WHAT TO BUY ‘When buying a new fridge, it is important to consider a number of features including size, internal capacity and cooling technology,’ advises Dan Harvie, vice president, head of home appliances, Samsung Electronics (UK). For a family kitchen, the choice is usually between a 60cm wide tall larder model (sometimes two, installed together), or a 90cm wide American-style fridge freezer. There are also ‘mid’ options at around 79cm wide. Choose according to the space you have available, the size of your household, how often you shop for fresh foods that require chilling, how much freezer space you require, and whether you regularly entertain and want some space for cooling drinks and wine, as well as food. You may also want a chilled water dispenser and ice maker. Many…

AV SYSTEM ‘A bathroom should be a relaxing as well as a functional space,’ advises Helen Bygraves, director of Hill House Interiors. ‘A TV and music system offers an excellent way to create an ambience during a tranquil bath in the evening.’ Or perhaps you like to listen to the news in the morning, catch up with your favourite podcast while you enjoy a shower or simply listen to some soothing music as you unwind before you go to bed. ‘We often bring technology into bathroom design,’ continues Helen, who recommends employing a specialist AV company to configure, install and connect a tailored, integrated system. ‘It is important that a bathroom AV system is simple to use and robust, and beautifully integrated into the design – no gadgets for gadgets’…

A ARFLEX Founded in 1947 by a group of three Pirelli technicians who teamed with a young architect named Marco Zanuso, the Italian brand Arflex has steadily become an industry leader and continues to produce modern furniture designs. The outdoor Arflex furniture range is equally cool as the indoor offering, and the Marenco chair, with its seriously squishy appearance, certainly draws the eye as a style statement. arflex.it B BARLOW TYRIE Barlow Tyrie claims the title of being the oldest manufacturer of teak garden furniture, worldwide. The brand was founded in 1920. However, it’s not just teak that it offers. Over the years its product range has developed and diversified to include materials such as stainless steel and powder-coated aluminium, and as a result its designs are regarded as being…

TIME OUT Take advantage of existing architectural features to create reading nooks out of otherwise empty spaces. Fitting an upholstered bench under a bay window or on a stair landing, layering with cushions and adding some good lighting will instantly result in an inviting place to sit and read. Cath Beckett and Liv Wallers, co-founders of Yellow London, designed this cosy spot using a dynamic Christopher Farr Cloth design on the window seat cushion and a lively wallpaper by Ottoline above the dado for an extra splash of colour. Insider insight The experts share their advice on designing a snug SCIENCE BEHIND SNUGS Everyday spaces have a direct impact on behaviour, says Lily Bernheimer, an environmental psychology consultant and author of The Shaping of Us. In it, she describes how…

The New York dream’ is how Gabriel Hendifar, founder of lighting and furniture design studio Apparatus, describes living in an apartment block in Lower Manhattan’s NoHo, and having tried much of what the city has to offer, from industrial lofts to classic brownstones, he should know. However, like most dreams, there have been some unexpected twists and turns. Gabriel, first-generation American born to Iranian parents, moved here with his former partner, but shortly afterwards their relationship ended and Gabriel found himself flying solo. ‘When you share a home you learn to negotiate the space together,’ he says. ‘This time, I allowed myself to follow my instinct and indulge – even if that meant experimenting with mohair flooring and wall panelling. It was an opportunity to be a little eccentric.’ Gabriel,…

FLOOD WITH COLOUR Embracing a transformative approach to paint is one of the easiest ways to give classic Shaker styling a twist. ‘We love a full drip when painting a room, especially in vibrant, high-gloss paint,’ agrees Courtnay Tartt Elias, principal, Creative Tonic Design. ‘Saturating traditional elements within a space, including Shaker cabinets, trim and walls, with bold colour is a sure-fire way to elevate and modernise their classic lines. The clean, detailed, right-angle millwork of Shaker cabinets makes them a perfect canvas for embellishments, whether that’s bold paint, wallpaper, brass mesh insets, or even adding antique mirrors or glass to the centre sections.’ EMBRACE RUSTIC FINISHES In raw wood finishes, Shaker cabinetry can lend charm and help dilute the crispness of a contemporary setting. For this new extension to…

1 PUT IT ON A PEDESTAL ‘A freestanding pedestal-style basin is a very versatile choice and can suit traditional settings as well as modern ones,’ says Angus Buchanan, creative director, Buchanan Studio. ‘What we also love about them is that you can take them with you when you move house more easily than a built-in vanity with tiles around. So, if you fall in love with one, you can take it with you forever.’ 2 MAKE A SPLASH Continuing countertop materials up the wall is a refined way to protect surfaces from splashes. Go for a taller splashback if you are wallpapering or want to celebrate a striking stone, like this Arabescato marble. ‘A heavily veined marble splashback is an immensely stylish finishing touch, and, so long as…

CHICKPEAS, CAULIFLOWER, TOMATO & SUMAC YOGURT SERVES 4 375ml plain Greek yogurt1 garlic clove, finely grated or crushed1 generous tsp ground sumac, plus more for sprinkling5 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing1 large head cauliflower, cut into 5cm floretsSalt and freshly ground black pepper300g cherry tomatoes400g tin chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 rounded tsp cumin seeds1 tsp Aleppo pepper120g chopped fresh Italian parsley ■ Stir together the yogurt, garlic and sumac to blend in a small bowl. Preheat the oven to 220°C/Gas 7. ■ Brush two baking trays with oil. Toss the cauliflower with 3 tbsp of the oil on one tray. ■ Spread the cauliflower out into a single layer and season with salt and pepper. Toss the tomatoes with 1 tbsp of the oil on the second…