March - Things of note
A Grown-up bedroom, the margarita of interiors, lamps that look like they are going into battle, historical wicker appreciation and more ...
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BEDROOMS ON MY MIND
I’ve never had a fully “designed” bedroom and its on my to do list, i’m officially growing up. I’m now planning for a considered colour scheme, a head board perhaps with integrated reading lights, new curtains, a big rug under the bed …
But first I must enter into my inspiration hole, to immerse/overwhelm myself with possibilities. Here are a few bedrooms i’ve discovered lately that have floated my boat for various reasons.
Loving the contemporary slightly 80s feeling bedding with the incredible traditional ornate headboards. Great unusual artwork above the side table, which made me think of Jenny Van Sommers amazing bananas.
I’m enjoying the plaid and plastic chair combo. I don’t think I could commit to plaid curtains but some sort of traditional throw or blanket to keep it flexible with something Kartell in the room would balance nicely.
I’m also enjoying the green theme (including the carpet), the raised platform for the bed, Beautiful cabinetry and the lights positioned where you’d not expect them so they feel more like an artwork.
Are they candles with shades? why the 2 phones?
Enjoying the commitment to this shade of turquoise blue though, works great with black and wood as previously noted via the home of Emily Adams Bode Aujla and Aaron Aujla. Their recently shared Paris based store on World of Interiors is well worth a peruse too.
Conjuring up a feeling of being in a surreal dream before your head has actually hit the pillow is no mean feat. I’m actually in love with this carpet and the droopy mushroom shapes of the lamps. Its nature, but on acid.
Could be a tricky theme to get past my partner and to be honest I’m not sure I want to feel like I’ve been spun around 100 times after eating too much cake in my own bedroom.
Gloss ceiling is a winner though and if you want a nature inspired lamp you could save your pennies for this beauty by In common with and Sophie Lou Jacobsen, elegance without a whiff of nausea.
No notes here, apart from the fabulous friction in materials getting a big sophisticated thumbs up.
That carpet looks like it would be in the changing rooms of a very expensive boutique I’ve never been in, a feeling I wouldn’t mind in my own bedroom when putting on my pyjamas.
Not recommended for those with small children, a penchant for red wine or both.
Above is the visual proof of the skills of an interior designer. Leopard and a blue sky mural left in the wrong hands could be truly catastrophic but Hauvette Madani pull this off with aplomb.
I think a sky mural may only work when perched in a loft attic space? the small arched window also adds to the whimsy. The leopard carpet and bold stripe bed cut through any potential sickliness. I love a food metaphor in interiors. Just as something rich or fatty needs acidity, I think spaces need similar ingredients to balance and contrast.
The art deco chair by Maison Leleu is the cherry on top of this design. Always in awe of Hauvette Madani.
Trelis wallpaper is not for me ( although I completely get how it adds to the unusual pattern clash between the carpet , throw and walls) . The room is giving off a similar acid nature feel to the Joseph Urban space .
The carpet in particular works perfectly with the steel bed. Paying subscribers may recognise it as THAT incredibly hard to find vintage Ikea bed featured in February’s Best In Show.
This whole space by Charlap Hyman & Herrero is fantastic and well worth a peruse if you have a subscription to the NY times.
To sum up, the recurring themes here are
Unusual combinations in materials ( traditional meets space age, steel meets wood … etc)
Commitment to a colour
Elevating the bed in some way, platforms only work in gigantic rooms so some sort of interest/focus through a headboard/fabric
… and some ode to nature/the outdoors. Perhaps through the perfect rug or carpeting.
Idea’s for my own bedroom below with links taking on board some of the above inspiration.
RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR NOW
Eugene Project, Paris 10
Photos by @oracle_paris
I enjoyed discovering the work of Chayeb & Paradis last month. For me it translates perfectly the need for warmth and comfort through material and colour but also the need to play with the unexpected through texture and tone. Looking forward to seeing more projects from the Parisian Pair.
RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR NOW
Appartement rue des Orteaux, Paris
Photos by jadeshayes
For someone who’s struggling to get red Marmoleum for the bathroom past my other half, I can’t imagine what he would say if I suggested blinds rather than a shower screen.
I suspect the person that lives here , lives alone, with their immense interior conviction and extra tall candles, I’m here for it.
Amongst all the warm woods and umber tones we are seeing ( 100% my bag but undeniably de jour) I loved discovering the work of Monica Klink , it jars in the most delightful way. If this apartment was a cocktail it would most certainly be a Margarita.
Of Note
Get away from Pinterest, go to urinals and office supply stores for your dose of inspiration , most people will question your plans but hold fast.
COMMERCIAL INTERIOR NOW
goodcompanybookstore in Lisbon
Love this book store designed by Studio Pim. It contains tons of beautiful bespoke pieces including some show stopping lighting and its a great example of how much impact a painted ceiling can have.
All the wood joinery is perfection and I particularly love the Werkstatte/Secessionist inspired bench seating.
COMMERCIAL INTERIOR NOW
Chateau Royal Berlin by Irina Kromayer is definitely somewhere I would like to stay if I was to visit the city again.
I love how perfectly the contemporary and the classic is balanced. You can read more about the project here on Dezeen.
OBJECT NOW
Lamps by Cordon Salon , love how these pieces look like they are going into battle - would work perfectly to cut through any scheme thats feeling too twee.
OBJECT NOW
A collaboration between Armando Cabral and USM, love the super distinct USM language being played around with like this.
OBJECT THEN
Chairs by Hans Vollmer, lots of historical wicker appreciation.
Note the similar detailing above on the bench in the beautiful Lisbon bookshop project. I love discovering an original source and how it will have provided inspiration to a designer.
FURNITURE GALLERY NOW & THEN
Love … Love … Love the modern and contemporary furniture curation of Galerie Romain Morandi. Most items are price on request but one can still window shop.
Top Left to Right HOFFMANN Josef 1911, MORRISON Jasper 1988, GAVOILLE Kristian 1988
Middle Left to Right VERRE LUMIERE STUDIO 1980 , MORRISON Jasper 1994, STEINPATZ Hans (ed.) 1925
Bottom left to Right B.R.A.N.D Gruppe 2008, BECKER Hermann 1990, ULRICH Jan 1920
ART NOW
A few artists that caught my eye of late.
Enjoying Charlie Sheppard’s mosaic led practice.
I came across the work of Loup Sarion through Milk decoration magazine, Enjoyed seeing his space and discovering I need a nose sculpture for my wall.
Photos by Clement Pascal
SHOP NOW
Makers Made
If you are looking for something unique for your home Makers Made is the perfect directory to find it. I’m lucky enough to be on the platform amongst a cohort of talented makers and artists. Do explore next time you are looking for a gift or a treat for yourself.
ARCHITECTURE THEN
Mario Galvagni in Inverno
If you don’t already follow the account @dc_hillier its an absolute must.
I enjoyed discovering about the Lombard Plain recently via his account. Its a compound of structures by the radical architect Mario Galvagni in Inverno commissioned by the wealthy Lombard family.
All the photos below are from the book ‘Temples for Industrious Lombards. Architecture by Mario Galvagni in Inveruno’ published by Humboldt Books. Buy here
READ, WATCH, LISTEN
Read
I love reading anything by Elizabeth Goodspeed on it’s nice that but this piece was particularly interesting,
Elizabeth Goodspeed on what happens when we treat the past like a stock library.
Nick Cave talking about his ceramics on The Art Newspaper
‘The concept of Dover Street Market is to make mistakes.’ By Rahim Attarzadeh in System magazine
Watch
British Furniture Designer in Copenhagen | Daniel Schofield | In Their Own Words
Love his Ray Lamp and discovering the inspiration behind it.
Listen
I’ve mainly been listening to audio books lately thanks to the Borrow box app that links with your library card. Currently on loan, Four thousand weeks by Oliver Burkeman and A thousand Threads by Neneh Cherry. I only borrow books with the word Thousand in apparently!
I did listen to 2 incredibly articulate and smart women discussing the economy, capitalism, billionaires and the far right though … Blakeley’s book Vulture Capitalism has just come out so I’ll be adding it to the read list.
Grace Blakeley on the tea with Miriam Francois
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Em
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Love, love, love the bedroom in the first photograph! And so many other things in this post. Thank you for writing, Emily!
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