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MIYELLE • Meet the London-based ceramic artist whose pieces explore the concept of contrast
SEDILIA
HOLIDAY DREAMS • Escape to warmer climes with sky blue and azure hues. Add a pop of sunshine with a yellow table and get a beach vibe with pieces in natural materials
FRED RIGBY • The British designer tells us about the recent launch of the first ready-to-order collection from his eponymous studio
ORIOR • The family-owned furniture brand shaking up preconceptions of Irish design
Curating art at home • Our monthly columnist shares her collecting journey, from artistic finds to her tips for displaying them
SERIES 7 CHAIR BY ARNE JACOBSEN FOR FRITZ HANSEN • The story behind the 1955 design that would become one of the most imitated chairs in the world, hailed for its flawless combination of style and function
JOE LYCETT • An arbiter of taste tells us what they’re reading, listening to and more
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Building a FUTURE • Don’t move, improve! That’s the message behind the annual prize organised by New London Architecture, showcasing the best house extensions in the capital
KITCHENS & BATHROOMS /
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FOREVER ITALY • As the spiritual home of design, Italy has always had form when it comes to furniture and lighting, shaping global trends and breaking boundaries from decade to decade. Our edit of the best new pieces of 2020-2021 celebrates the nation’s flair for creating classics that have both elegance and imagination in spades
THE GREATEST SHOWWOMAN • From lighting designs that delight, to her new country home that wows at every turn, founder of Magic Circus Éditions Marie-Lise Féry knows how to create real drama
STYLE • DECORATING / MATERIALS / INTERIOR DESIGN / IDEAS
TRAVELS FROM WEST AFRICA • Steeped in tradition, these vibrant crafted textiles are making an impact in fashion and interiors
ELICYON • The London studio, headed by architect Charu Gandhi, uses refined materials and bespoke furniture to make bold design statements
EXPERT ADVICE • Elicyon’s tips for creating modern opulence
THE LITTLE BLACK BOOK • Every project has its own unique list of suppliers and craftspeople. Part of making it special is finding the right mix
ELEMENTS OF STYLE • Mix the lightness of air, metallics burnished by fire, earthy materials and textiles as fluid as flowing water for a primeval combination that’s as timeless as it is tasteful
The art special
15 WAYS TO GET YOUR ART FIX • Whether you’re a seasoned collector or looking for your first piece, we’ve curated the best new platforms, galleries and talents to help you discover art that speaks to you
PICTURE PERFECT • For these four interior designers, art is more than decorative. Here, they reveal the canvases that shaped their favourite room schemes…
Max Rollitt • For the antiques dealer, interior designer and furniture maker, a house is an artwork in itself. He finds inspiration in classical paintings when restoring period homes
Nicola Harding • For her own home in the Cotswolds, the designer chose a playful picture that would happily coexist with the colourful chaos of family life. Letting spaces evolve naturally and embracing the mood are...