Indice dei contenuti per August 2023 in Homes & Gardens

‘Rich shades of terracotta are surprisingly versatile. Ideal for creating welcoming hallways, relaxed yet sophisticated living rooms and restful bedrooms, these uplifting burnt oranges work brilliantly on their own or with everything from crisp whites to mustard yellows and deep reds.’ COLIN ROBY-WELFORD, creative director, Fired Earth 1. ‘The terracotta colour allowed us to create a space offering a soft, warm light which captures the enveloping sensation of a sunset.’ DAMIEN LANGLOIS-MEURINNE, interior designer and founder of Damien Langlois-Meurinne Studio, Paris 2. ‘The client wanted moody tones for this study – once we had landed on blue with a subtle green undertone for the walls, the rich rust tone made a natural complementary colour for the custom daybed, adding a pop to the space.’ CHRISTINE GACHOT, principal and co-founder of…

THE things that really mark out a well-designed home are the small details; they are often what’s missing and overlooked. But when you introduce finishing touches – such as a beautiful trim on a lampshade or a high-gloss paint finish on something unexpected – then the room comes together in a special way. ■ A brilliant example of this level of detail is Charlottenhof Palace, a former royal palace in Germany that has a blue and white striped room with fabric on the walls that looks like a tent; there is some red and white embroidery along the base of the upholstered walls, as well as on the curtains, which perfectly lines up and it’s this detail that brings it to another level. ■ I have such respect for artisans,…

Interior designer Mia Jung, interiors director at Kligerman Architecture & Design, worked on this house with John Ike before he went on to set up architectural firm Ike Baker Velten in 2022. She reveals the ins and outs of creating a home that is singular in its design, like this one. During my time at Ike Kligerman Barkley (IKB), I was lucky because I could get involved with a project from the beginning, as the house is being planned; from my perspective, those projects are especially successful. Being involved from the start of any house or apartment is always preferable because I get to weigh in on the practical details, such as whether there is enough room to install curtain hardware or whether the floor registers are in the least…

“If you have a good thing going with your materials palette, stick with it. A statement hood (like in copper, for example) would add even more materials to this room, but tapping on tile and brass, which already existed throughout, added to the continuity of the space. Let inspiration manifest in strange ways. The jumping-off point for this room scheme was an old Ralph Lauren campaign image, a picnic scene in a lush meadow, hence the cabinetry colour. The brass hardware is a stand-in for equestrian gear. JAQUI SEERMAN, designer, Los Angeles, California” “To achieve playfulness in a space, you need something that doesn’t fit in, something off. Think of a beautiful person with everything in place, a god or a goddess. They’re intimidating. A small imperfection makes someone even…

1 BLOCK PARTY Glass bricks are enjoying a style renaissance not witnessed since their 1980s heyday, and American design studio Ike Baker Velten is on board. For this bathroom with walk-in shower, the use of glass bricks with grey mortar creates a translucent screen that’s structurally sound. ‘It provides an ephemeral sense of privacy while diffusing light in an interesting way,’ says partner, John Ike. Venetian glass bricks, Glen-Gery [USA only]. For similar in the UK, try Vetropieno Rettangolare Neutro glass blocks, from £166 for five, Glass Blocks Direct. Project by Ike Baker Velten. 2 FULL EXPOSURE While concealed shower controls are neatly discreet and subtle, when you’re aiming to make a statement, select fittings that demand to be seen. ‘Exposed showers are really about the aesthetic and opting for…

DAY DREAMING Looking for a stylish addition to your outdoor living space? Look no further than Richard Frinier’s Daydream daybed for Dedon. With its undulating lines and Viennese cane-weaving pattern, the four-poster canopy daybed is a real showstopper. Priced at £9,700, it’s perfect for solo relaxation or cosying up with friends. In celebration of Daydream’s 20th anniversary, the collection is now available in the uplifting Citrine seen here, adding a contemporary twist and a punchiness to a Dedon classic. NEW THREADS Sister by Studio Ashby has launched Jocasta, Sophie Ashby’s debut fabric collection. The five new designs have been produced in collaboration with Yarn Collective, a company known for its natural and recycled textiles and climate-positive ethos. The new textiles include Patch in Cerulean (background fabric, below), priced at £170m,…

SOLAR GAIN Illuminate your garden with the stylish M&S Home outdoor rattan solar pendant lantern, available for £45. This solar-powered light comes with a rechargeable battery and warm white LED light, adding a touch of warmth and an inviting ambience to your outdoor space. The rope is removable so you can hang it from a tree or place it on the ground. TRUE STRIPES Transform your outdoor space with the new Mahakam rug from Designers Guild. This dynamic striped outdoor rug is inspired by vintage handwoven rugs and comes in Fuchsia with tones of pink, emerald, orange and natural or in Cobalt, with cobalt blue, emerald and soft white stripes. Priced at £595 (160x260cm), this durable and easy-to-clean handloom woven flatweave rug is made from up to 875 recycled plastic…

WARM GLOW A sleek sofa upholstered in two tonal fabrics shines in this luxe scheme, which is made all the more sophisticated with a backdrop of heavy drapes and a large-scale patterned rug. DOWN TO EARTH For a long time, painted walls in cool whites and greys have dominated interiors but warmer hues are competing. Greys are still around but now we’re often seeing these as secondary shades, as shown here in the upholstered furniture and the marble of the fireplace with a confident earthy pink dominating on both the walls and woodwork. To bridge the gap between the rich earthy walls and cool greys, complementary colours have been introduced to balance the pink, such as the red in the flatweave rug and the orange accessories. WARM PAINT HUES DESERT…

BRICK IN THE WALL Glass bricks are often associated with the modernist movement of the 1930s, especially South Beach in Miami, and the industrialist trend of the 1980s. Yet today, look around and there’s a resurgence in their use. They are also making their way back into domestic spaces as demonstrated in this dining room by Child Studio, which features library cabinets with Rosso Levanto marble cladding. This room is separated from the neighbouring kitchen by a glass brick partition. ‘This allows light to filter through the geometric pattern,’ say the co-founders Alexy Kos and Che Huang. ‘The combination of dark mahogany, patterned marble and green upholstery feels so chic, yet warm and unpretentious.’ ROOM WITHIN A ROOM The challenge of open-plan kitchens is that, even with the best extractor…

BRASS WORKS Hammered by hand from solid patinated brass, this double-bowl undermounted sink was chosen to coordinate with the brass fittings on the Officine Gullo range cooker opposite. Unlike sit-on or overmounted sinks, an undermounted design has no lip or seal visible on the surface of the worktop and is considered more hygienic and easier to clean. They are sealed underneath the worktop with silicone during installation, to ensure a watertight connection. ‘A brass sink is solid and durable and brings an extra layer of texture, opulence and richness to the kitchen,’ adds Martin Olander, senior project manager, Himlekök. LUXE UPDATE A sit-on Belfast-style sink will add instant classical appeal and works especially well in farmhouse or country-style kitchens, according to Simon Temprell, interior design manager at Neptune. Switching materials…

WHAT IS A WET ROOM? ‘A wet room is the ultimate example of a practical and customisable showering space,’ says Shaun Hunt, technical and trade marketing manager at Impey. ‘A waterproofed open showering area with level access floor and built-in drainage flush with the floor, the wet room was originally designed with accessibility in mind – but has since taken a leap into mainstream popularity.’ While they are ideal for children, the elderly, anyone with mobility issues, they also create a modern, easy-to-clean showering zone which can feel more spacious than an enclosure. A wet room can maximise the use of a small space, while a wet area in a larger bathroom combines sleek styling with the benefits of level access showering. WHAT ARE THE OPTIONS? ‘Efficient wet room installation…

WHIPPED FETA WITH CONFIT TOMATOES SERVES 4 400g mixed cherry tomatoes5 garlic cloves, peeled and bruised3 thin strips of lemon peel½ tsp caster sugar1 tsp coriander seeds¼ tsp dried chilli flakes4 sprigs of oregano60ml extra virgin olive oilSea salt and black pepper FOR THE WHIPPED FETA 200g good-quality feta cheeseJuice of ½ lemon100g thick Greek yogurt ■ Preheat the oven to 180°C/Gas 4. ■ Cut some of the larger tomatoes in half and leave some whole and place in a roasting tin along with the garlic cloves and strips of lemon peel. Season with salt and pepper, sprinkle over the caster sugar, coriander seeds, chilli flakes and oregano, and then drizzle over the olive oil. Bake for 40 minutes until the tomatoes are bursting and fragrant. Allow to cool down…

WOOD WORKS Ercol has partnered with Grown in Britain on two of its best-loved designs, the Pebble nest of tables, £850, and Marino chair (shown), £1,650, in British ash. A New Seat at the Table, launched at Clerkenwell Design Week, follows the journey from woodland to sawmill to the Ercol factory and on to the consumer. The partnership will support a lasting legacy for British forests by driving demand for sustainable homegrown timber. DESIGN DUO Renowned designer Henry Holland and fashion icon Paul Smith collaborate in a new partnership. Henry’s ceramics, crafted using the traditional Japanese Nerikomi technique of layering clay, span everything from tableware to lighting and sculptures. Handmade at his Hackney studio, these vibrant pieces celebrate the joy of colour and craft, with the clay being hand-dyed for…

BOHO PARASOL HUT Good for jolly parasols Cardiff-based Boho Parasol Hut aims to bring the classic style of the French Riviera to UK gardens. Its collection of upbeat umbrellas (which offer up to UPF 50 sun protection) are edged with exuberant tassels and ready to spike straight into the ground or pair with one of its minimal bases. A tree is planted for each parasol sold and there’s also the option to hire a parasol – maybe more than one – for special events. bohoparasolhut.co.uk BROSTE COPENHAGEN Good for garden candles Founded in 1955 in Denmark, Broste Copenhagen puts a charming, playful twist on Scandinavian design tradition through its ever-extending collection of outdoor accessories. Its outdoor candles are available in a mix of traditional forms and fun moulded…

1 IN THE SHADE A simple pavilion close to a pool offers shade and shelter for bathers. Harriet Farlam and Ben Chandler of Farlam & Chandler created a louvred timber pavilion for this country garden, complete with fireplace and armchairs, that works sympathetically with the colours of the pool and limestone pavers and brings a sense of modernity to the design. ‘This pavilion is designed to feel like a snug, with a sunken terrace creating a sense of enclosure and timber screens that hide a pathway behind. An avenue of pleached trees runs adjacent to the screens, and planting on either side softens the lines of the structure,’ says Harriet. 2 ELEMENT OF SURPRISE ‘For a naturalistic design, embed a swimming pond into a landscape of flowers, shrubs and trees,’…

With an eye for the distinctive and a knack for spotting potential, Edin and Lina Kjellvertz have created a unique experience in their brand Dusty Deco. Their business began in Stockholm 10 years ago, small scale, with their own personal collection. Edin and Lina, who both started in the fashion industry, at H&M and Acne respectively, have always loved buying things, becoming regulars at flea markets, sourcing vintage items to fill their home, which resulted in renting out storage space when it overflowed. This gave birth to the motto ‘one thing in, one thing out’, which has allowed them to continually refresh and expand what has become an impressive inventory. Five years ago, the now family of four left Stockholm and took a chance on an old family palazzo in…

AU NATUREL Want to forgo high-maintenance materials? Mandarin Stone’s latest marble- and wood-effect porcelains are extremely convincing. For a feature wall with big vein presence, we love the new Canyon tile, in an outsized 120x60cm format for barely-there grout lines. Pair with walnut-inspired porcelain floor tiles in a chevron pattern for more natural beauty without the sealing or staining issues. Walls in Canyon Matt porcelain, £74.40sq m; floor in Jakob Walnut porcelain, £53.88sq m, Mandarin Stone. GREENER LIVING Cook with a clear conscience in Mereway’s new Designer Plus kitchen range, featuring handleless, slab-style doors made from 100% recycled wood. Available in 16 finishes, shown here in the richly patinated Textured Anthracite option, the range has a recessed handle profile for a modern, minimalist look. Designer Plus doors are made by…

THERE is something otherworldly about stepping foot on the ground of the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria. Perched on the cliff edge of Sorrento, and nestled among lush citrus and olive groves, the inimitable property has a history that is worth exploring. Owned by the Fiorentino family since 1834, the property has hosted many notable names, all of who have enjoyed the same breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius as today’s guests. Ruins of Roman Emperor Augustus’ villa are said to lay beneath the property, and the past is also alive in the 18th-century columns, glorious frescoed ceilings and antiques. There are several restaurants offering authentic Neapolitan fare made with local delicacies and produce from the hotel’s garden. Terrazza Bosquet is the hotel’s exceptional Michelinstarred restaurant and…

I LIVE in California and it is a constant source of inspiration for me. My style is American; it’s an inherently West Coast aesthetic. Surrounded by natural beauty, California living encapsulates a sense of easy elegance and effortless luxury – principles I take into each project. I also enjoy sourcing unique items in antiques shops, or exploring flea markets to find vintage pieces, when I’m travelling throughout the world. I believe that the more places you can look to for inspiration, the richer your work becomes. Our Malibu home is where we spend the most quality time as a family on the weekends, so it’s really a very special space. The house itself is right on the beach, which makes for an ideal retreat where we can truly escape and…