Innehållsförteckning för Apr-2018 från Living Etc

We all need those people in our life who encourage us out of our comfort zones, to look at life a little differently or simply to go for that darker shade of grey for our sitting room (or leopardprint rug, in my case!). And I suspect the homeowners in this issue are just those types of friends: confident, charismatic and not afraid to follow their vision. Whether it’s Danielle’s witty and elegant blue apartment (page 52), Birgitte and Peter’s concrete and gold Balinese home (page 112), or Keren and Thomas’s cool New York loft, complete with life-size palm tree (page 100), all these homes are unique and inspiring. Proof for us all that being brave when it comes to designing our home pays off. For those seeking even more inspiration,…

Tim Burton’s 1988 spook-fest Beetlejuice gets an unexpected nod from the fash pack this season, with black and white stripes and a dusting of beetle-green strutting down the spring/summer 2018 catwalk. sprinkling some glitter on the look, annakiki’s throwback to the eighties featured slouchy knits and disco pants in the graphic colour combo. homeware follows close behind – look over your shoulder as you gaze into the Torianna mirror from Out There Interiors and keep your cool while getting lost in the dizzying pinwheel effect of swoon editions’s Jalore side table. spring just got spooky……

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Designer Karim rashid, 2007. Details injection-moulded polycarbonate dining chair, from £190, Bonaldo. Background conceived by one of the design world’s leading exponents of affordable ‘democratic’ furniture, Karim rashid’s poly chair is as poised as it is practical, an ergonomic beauty manufactured by cutting-edge techniques to create a comfy, embracing piece of seating. it’s plastic too, a material that Egyptian-born rashid is almost religiously attached to. ‘i love plastic,’ he says. it’s warm, soft, malleable, flexible, lightweight and full of design possibilities.’ first unveiled at milan’s salone del mobile in 2007, the poly was the result of two years’ experimentation, with rashid tweaking his simple yet stylish structure to produce the perfect degree of inclination in the chair’s backrest. its crafted take on chic good looks proved to be an instant…

Create beauty out of utility with a simple display of lovingly crafted chopping boards. WALL Painted in Tallanstown Grey pure flat emulsion, £46.50 for 2.5L, Paint & Paper Library. DETAILS Chopping boards, from left: The Long Board, £120; The Spade, £105; and The XXL, £180, all Edward Collinson. Wrap bottle in Grey, £160; and Wrap carafe in Grey, £165, both Simon Hasan at SCP. Pine, Black Pepper & Cracked Almond chocolate, £6.50, Caro Somerset. Buckle jar, £29, Ferm Living at Amara. Cheese knives, £22.99 each, TK Maxx. Merak platter in Black, £30, Habitat. Kestle zinc plate, £38 for four, Rowen & Wren. Faux black berries spray plant, £6.95, Graham and Green. Dip your toe in the trend with a design classic chair souped up with a decadently dark finish. WALLS…

HOME PROFILE THE OWNER Architect David Money, who lives in the house with his friend and co-owner Kane and Kane’s partner Donald; another friend rents the attic. THE PROPERTY A three-bedroom Edwardian terrace in south London. The inside has been rebuilt to create an open-plan kitchen-diner/living room on the ground floor, plus a separate study. The first floor has a double-height main suite, comprising David’s bedroom and mezzanine gym and a bathroom accessed from his bedroom and the landing. Kane and Donald have a bedroom, sitting room and en suite on the same floor. There’s also a loft conversion with a bedroom and en suite. HALLWAY ‘This is one of my favourite features in the house,’ says David of the clever birch ply stairway that conceals a laundry area, bike store…

TAP CLASS Brass continues its quest for total household domination as crosswater adds a golden, brushed finish to its MPro range of taps and showerheads. A sleek Matt Black option also joins the line-up. Both colourways have 3d-feel, textured detailing available for extra pizzazz. From £239 (crosswater.co.uk) GO WITH THE GRAIN consider this – wood basins by Indigenous crafted from a solid ash timber that’s been dried for nine months, hollowed out with a wave-like shape and treated with eight layers of waterproof finish. Talk about rustic with a polished edge. Ash basin, from £1,500 (indigenous.co.uk) Living etc LOVES MATT WORK Let two Italian designers loose with the Scandi look for a bathroom to write home about. Designed by A Parisio and G Pezzano for Ceramica Cielo, the I Catini…

Celeriac and pear soup with crispy sage oil Serves 4 * 20g unsalted butter * 1 leek, white part only, sliced * ½ bunch sage, leaves picked and chopped * Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper * 500g celeriac, peeled and chopped * 200g starchy potatoes, peeled and chopped * 1.5L chicken stock * 450g William pears, peeled, cored and grated * 125ml single cream FOR THE CRISPY SAGE OIL * 1 bunch sage, leaves picked * 80ml extra-virgin olive oil Heat the butter in a large saucepan over a high heat. Add the leek, sage, salt and pepper and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Add the celeriac, potato and stock, cover with a lid and bring to the boil. Reduce the temperature to medium and cook for 15-20…

The faux flowers at @nextofficial were so good, they almost fooled editor @suzanne.imre Swing time News Editor @maudiem decides you’re never too old for a good swing – especially on this super-pretty one by @iota.project Cheeky monkey @missonihome’s take on the Chinese horoscope ignited many an ‘ooh’ and ‘aah’ at @maisonetobjet Got the memo @hannahfranklinstylist even matches her jumpsuit with the @paintandpaperlibrary walls on our Scandi Noir shoot (page 81) Statement desk accessories jumped to the top of our shopping agenda as we previewed the supersized launches from @lobjet Houses editor @mrsmvj forms a flamingo sandwich behind the scenes on our Blue Velvet house shoot (page 52) Good show! We wished @poradafurniture a happy 70th birthday at its effortlessly sleek @maisonetobjet stand @anthropologie made the art of trans-seasonal dressing a…

* Cabinetry remains at the heart of today’s kitchens. We’ve noticed an increased demand for pieces designed for a specifific use, such as a breakfast cupboard for the toaster and cereal. * The island remains the ideal place for the family to enjoy each other’s company, especially as the chef of the house prepares dinner. Embracing appliances such as drawer fridges or wine cabinets that allow guests access to drinks will increase the area’s sociable role. * Making space for dining is becoming a priority. Banquettestyle seating is a popular spacesaving choice, while an upholstered window seat will help bring the garden into the living space. * For small areas, worktops, which are usually 60cm deep, can be narrowed to half depth. replacing wall cabinets with three-quarter height larders will…

*Quartz is waterproof and highly resistant to mould and mildew, making it the perfect material for damp or wet areas such as showers, wet rooms and bathrooms. it is usually fifitted to bathrooms in larger panels or single pieces, resulting in fewer gaps and grout lines, which means fewer places for dirt to hide or water to leak. *Not only does quartz last longer than almost all other surface options, but it’s easier to clean and will stay looking good for longer. Quartz doesn’t need sealing, treating, polishing or any other form of maintenance. a simple wipe clean with a mild household detergent and warm water will usually suffifice. This makes quartz surfaces a practical, hygienic solution for a myriad of uses in bathrooms and wet rooms. *The hard mineral…

Get the look The Durastone Vetrina freestanding bath, £2,895, by Lusso Stone, is similar in style. Recreate this wall effect with White Realistic brick wallpaper, £23 a roll, by graham & brown. Coat it in Water Resistant decorators Varnish, from £11 for 500ml, by Polyvine. Find tree stump side tables like this one, from £50, at ely Rustic Furniture. Chevron White flooring, from £110.40sq m, by Kährs, will create a similar look. AGED BEAUTY Succumb to the charms of the lived-in look Weathered woods, aged finishes, reclaimed materials and tiles with a gorgeous handmade quality all have a story to tell. If the bones of your home are beautiful, work with what you’ve got and restore original features, retaining anything that references a past life. Starting from scratch? Source originals…

SHOPPING ⁄ NEWS ⁄ PEOPLE ⁄ DESIGN ⁄ EVENTS EXTRA OOMPH Contrary to tabloid reports, the Special Relationship has never been better – in the design world, at least. Following the success of an initial capsule collection, this month sees British emporium Nina Campbell collaborate with American outlet Oomph, bringing its entire collection of brightly coloured, high-gloss furniture and lighting to our shores. A love letter to the USA’s East Coast, ranges include Manhattan, Newport and Easton, all available in 18 statement shades, including Knockout Orange and Eros Pink. ‘Our aesthetic is classic yet new,’ explain co-founders Amy Rice and Louise Brooks. ‘It’s a nod to our favourite designer pieces from the Seventies, with styles that can compete with your best antiques and instantly energise a room.’ Our fave? The…

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GUEST SUITE ‘The made-to-measure sofa bed was inspired by John Galliano’s love of the bias cut,’ says Danielle. ‘The diagonal lines elongate its perfectly square two-metre dimensions.’ Get the look The velvet fabric for the sofa bed upholstery and curtains is by JAB Anstoetz. HOME PROFILE THE OWNER Interior and furniture designer Danielle Moudaber. THE PROPERTY Two floors of a Victorian terrace house in south London. The ground floor has an open-plan living/dining/office area, plus a kitchen and cloakroom. The main suite and studio/guest suite are on the first floor. LIVING AREA DETAIL ‘My artworks are all pieces gifted by friends, each with meaning and a special place in my heart,’ says Danielle. Get the look The painting, left, is called The End of Summer by Danielle’s friend Georges Bassil.…

British-born, Los Angeles-based Martyn Lawrence Bullard is not only one of Hollywood’s favourite interior designers – much loved by the likes of the Jenner-Kardashians (Kim, Khloé, Kourtney, Kris, Kendall and Kylie), Grey’s Anatomy’s Ellen Pompeo, Cher, Tommy Hilfiger and Elton John – but a star in his own right with the Bravo TV series Million Dollar Decorators shown in more than 76 countries worldwide. With projects spanning European castles to Californian coastal hotels, European mansions to old English pubs, Martyn also creates collections of fabrics, wallpapers, rugs and home accessories for the world’s leading design houses. Here, he shares his design inspirations… Where does your love of interiors come from? I started collecting silver spoons from markets and junk shops with my pocket money when I was seven or eight.…

The kitchen is where families congregate, friends chatter, kids do homework – it’s where ‘real life’ happens. So any redesign really does need to sing for its supper! This magazine focuses on ideas and inspiration. We’ve compiled an edit of all that’s new (page 9); unearthed the standout trends for 2018 (page 15); and compiled a must-read shopping guide (page 27). Happy designing – there’s no room that deserves greater attention. LIVINGETC EDITOR_Suzanne Imre Creative director_Dina Koulla | Writer/Picture researcher_Linda Clayton | designer_Jonathan Sellers | Chief Sub-Editor_Paula Rodney | Sub-Editor_Sarah Allen | Art Production designer_Chris Saggers | Ad Manager_Ruth Roscorla Publisher_Tom Smith | Group Managing director Luxury, Strategy_Andrea Davies | © Time Inc. (UK) Ltd Livingetc_161 Marsh Wall, London E14 9AP | Telephone_020 3148 5000 | Email_livingetc@timeinc.com…

* If you’re going to try the dark look, be aware that too much colour variation can create a confused space, with different tones vying for attention. a key consideration is the tone and intensity in natural light. it’s easy to assume that a small room with little sunlight can’t handle a dark shade, but they work exceptionally well together. * The new neutrals aren’t just about pale greys and off-whites. We recently launched Sage as a light colourway. it’s an easy-going green that blends well with other neutrals to create a calm, sophisticated space. this spring, we’ll be using a new paint called Old rose, a soft, faded pink that makes a refreshing change for kitchen cabinetry. * Modern rustic elements can be introduced texturally, with anything from accessorising…

This year’s bathroom looks are all about confidence – from wall-to-wall tiles in sugary pink to a puritanical commitment to pared-back living. Whatever your style, go bold. This supplement offers all you need to create your dream space. You’ll find the most gorgeous bathrooms and how to get the look yourself (page 11); an edit of the latest launches and top technology (page 5); plus a must-read shopping guide (page 21). LIVINGETC EDITOR_Suzanne Imre Creative director_Dina Koulla | Writer/Picture researcher_Sophie Baylis | designer_Jonathan Sellers | Chief Sub-Editor_Paula Rodney | Sub-Editor_Sarah Allen | Art Production designer_Chris Saggers | Ad Manager_Ruth Roscorla Publisher_Tom Smith | Group Managing director Luxury, Strategy_Andrea Davies | © Time Inc. (UK) Ltd Livingetc_161 Marsh Wall, London E14 9AP | Telephone_020 3148 5000 | Email_livingetc@timeinc.com…

*The new ‘industrial vintage’ trend plays around with simplicity and elaboration to great effect. clever combinations of materials and shapes see us break free from the constraints of industrial design to create something original. Where raw materials and structured forms were once paired with white ceramics and minimalist pieces, we’re now seeing a softer version of the industrial era emerge. *The key to this trend is complementary contrasts. it starts with a palette of simple black and white ceramics, then builds emphasis through detail. think elaborate flfloral wallpaper prints paired with sculptured brassware pieces, art deco detailing on minimalist crittall-style shower enclosures, weathered effects on manufactured materials and fabric-coated titanium steel baths. the urge to bring together unexpected contrasts is stronger than ever. We’re turning the industrial aesthetic on its…

Find orange a little garish, but like to pack more of a punch than pastel pink offers? Then take a bite from summer’s fruity palette with fresh peach tones. a staple hue seen on the spring/summer 2018 catwalk, New York-based label cushnie et Ochs gave nectarine the nod with slinky slip dresses, while anya hindmarch combined pool slides and rain macs in her homage to the hue. Get ready for a slew of ripe ’n’ ready homeware too, with apricot-toned velvet from Normann copenhagen and peachy powder-coated steel at Muuto. Or just pop on Lucy Folk’s sunglasses to see everything through a fruity-coloured film. Peach emojis at the ready!…

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With the tones of a moody desert sky, this atmospheric scheme picks up the muted shades of the decorative cacti. WALL Distressed with Glass V; Glass 1V; and Deep Water Green pure flat emulsions, all £46.50 each for 2.5l, Paint & Paper library. Furniture Victor desk in navy and carbone oak, £4,457, Roberto Lazzeroni at Lema. DETAILS Denim and bone embellished deer skull, £1,000, rockett St George. Bora in Paprika/lagoon/Kiwi 132642 viscose-mix, £68m, Harlequin at Style library. Hammered pot, at the back, £45, French Connection Home. Triangoli Green Guatemala vase, £432, Silvera. White pot, £12; and plant, from a selection, both the Conran Shop. Cacti decorative ornaments, £59 each, Hay at Amara. A pattern-rich curtain steals the show and gets whipped into shape with a traditional-style leather braid. WALLS Distressed…

LIVING ROOM ‘I’m attracted to earthy colours,’ says Birgitte. Here, they’re given definition with the black metalwork of the table and balustrade. Get the look The pink velvet chair and marble table are by Rabens Atelier. The Afghan Sumak kilim from Flying Carpets is similar to this rug. The wood seat with cushions is an antique sofa from Sumatra. LIVING ROOM DETAIL Every six months, Birgitte asks a local artist to repaint the wall of the double-height living space. ‘I like things to be constantly changing – it means everything looks new,’ she says. Get the look Nicola Rogerson at Coats Interiors can create bespoke wall finishes like this. Find large terracotta planters at The Red Mud Hut. The large vase is an old medicine vase from Indonesia. ‘ i…

KNOCK ON WOOD You really can’t overstate the case for wood ceilings. Not only do they have a classic look and feel, but their solid nature makes them durable and ideal for blocking out sound between floors. Wood naturally absorbs and reflects sound at its core, so this kind of ceiling is ideal for those more heavily used spaces, such as living rooms, to reduce noise in the rest of the house. It also happens to be pretty versatile. Wood can be painted with little to no pre-treatment, meaning that even if you choose not to go with a ‘raw wood’ look, panels can easily match any colour scheme with a minimum amount of effort – and can even be painted prior to installation. Darker woods create a sumptuous, cosy…

Get the look This is a bespoke Tradescant kitchen, from £50,000, by Lanserring. Broste Copenhagen stocks similar crockery and earthenware. VERTICAL PARQUET Take the chevron trend up the wall this season If your heart skips a beat at the sight of a beautifully laid parquet floor, you’ll fall head-over-heels for this upright interpretation. First seen in the halls of Milan’s most recent Salone del Mobile exhibition, parquet-adorned kitchen cabinetry is set to go global for 2018. The Hungarian point chevron and herringbone fishbone designs are currently in the lead. ‘The benefit of using a chevron pattern on timber cabinetry is that it really showcases the intrinsic beauty of the natural wood grain,’ says Andrew Hays, co-founder and director of Lanserring. ‘Finished in white oil, it can introduce a serene Nordic…

OPULENCE UNDERFOOT Catchpole & Rye’s Mayfair shower tray is as elegant as its name suggests. With a criss-cross of indents creating a striking design feature, it’s made in copper and brass. Available in five standard sizes or made to order. From £5,400 (catchpoleandrye.com) AU NATUREL If you’re familiar with Porter Bathroom, you’ll know that three natural materials – wood, metal and stone – inform its finely conceived bathroom collection. So it should come as no surprise that its contemporary spin on the classic vanity, Clyde, features push-front oak drawers, a sleek metal frame and a stone top. That’s quite the trinity. From £6,210 (porterbathroom.com) BRASSED OFF The beaten brass look of Lefroy Brooks’s new Taunton finish complements the no-nonsense functional aesthetic of its Ten Ten deck-mounted basin bridge mixer. over…

Whatever style of bathroom you’re planning, it’s the finishing touches such as tiles that really help set its look. So it’s important to choose wisely and well by going direct to an expert who can offer not only a quality product, but a broad range of design options too. British Ceramic Tile has plenty of inspiration to give a scheme a designer edge, whether you’re going for a glam, contemporary look or a more rustic, country vibe. The latest bathroom trends are all about statement-making pattern, colour and texture. Those same attributes are key to the British Ceramic Tile DNA, so whether you are revamping an entire room or just adding an accent splashback, it’s easy to incorporate some of the latest looks into a scheme and give it some…