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t’s such a pleasure to be marking the New Year by joining the team here at EKBBmagazine. In this year of 2013, the kitchen

continues to hold rank as the true heart ofany home – the everyday hub, the first portof call when returning home from a long dayout. If current trends are anything to go by,then the relevance of the kitchen as not justa cooking space, but as the key entertainingzone and the daily meeting place for the wholefamily is only set to grow. With myriad newadvances in both technology and innovativedesign, making the right choices is sure toseem increasingly overwhelming.

At EKBB, we are here to help plan your dream room; showcasing the verybest real kitchens from classical simplicity to cutting edge contemporary andfrom a perfectly planned layout to the latest professional level appliances.

And if we turn to another key room that is gathering stature, the bathroomhas become our own private sanctuary in which to relax away from anincreasingly fast paced world – so, discovering the latest delights on offerto help create a beautiful bathing space is all the more important.

Our New Year issue is packed with a wealth of real life homes – all exquisitein different ways, starting with the beautifully serene Teddy Edwardskitchen on our front cover, A Simpler Touch (p10) which epitomises thedream of country living with elegant cabinets, plenty of light streamingthrough huge picture windows and a delightful timeless putty colour palette.Then turn to our Centrefold feature, Party Time (p31) beautifully producedby Style Editor Anna Morley, for the ultimate entertaining space with sleeklines and spectacular proportions. But if you’re looking for a kitchendesigned predominantly with the cook in mind, then chef and food writer,

Anjali Pathak’s new kitchen Full of Flavour (p18) is sure to provide theinspiration you’re looking for.

With all the latest appliances for baking (Homemade Heaven, p58), ideasfor guest bathrooms (Home From Home, p72) and the new vogue foroversize bedroom furniture (Statement Size, p84) there is truly somethingfor everyone. Enjoy the issue and Happy New Year!

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WELCOMEto the January issue...



ISSUE 201 JANUARY 2013

CONTENTS

ESSENTIAL FEATURESESSENTIAL HOMES

10 A SIMPLER TOUCHThis stone new-build country homemixes fresh classic style with soft huesfor a spacious and welcoming feel.

18 FULL OF FLAVOUR Discover Anjali Pathak’s creativecooking space and try out herfavourite New Year bellini recipe.

22 BESPOKE BEAUTY An open-plan design with hand-craftedoak cabinetry and a circular islanduplift this restored 1950s bungalow.

31 PARTY TIME

Impressive appliances, expansive islandunit and an ice-white finish make thisa memorable entertaining space.

50 LIGHT AND SIMPLEA five storey period home now hasan airy kitchen with stunning gardenviews and practical linear islands.

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29 ON TOP OF THE WORLDA sociable kitchen space wouldnot be complete without oneof these eclectic barstools.

58 HOMEMADE HEAVENBake until your heart’s content withthe latest appliances and gadgets toget the best out of your recepies.

65 READY, SET... BAKEMust-have accessories to help youcook up a storm, whether you’remaking cakes or a tasty pie.

72 HOME FROM HOME

Desirable bathrooms to accommodatehouse guests over the festive season,including simple storage solutions.

84 STATEMENT SIZEGrand beds combined with bespokeheadboards and large scale mirrorsmake a bold visual impact.



ESSENTIAL REGULARS

44 KITCHEN GET THE LOOK A modern twist on a traditional designwith soft hues and rattan accents.

46 KITCHEN SHOPPINGMuted stoneware accessories andceramics to adorn your shelves.

68 BATHROOM GET THE LOOK Opulent bathing with deco styling,elegant lighting and neutral colours.

71 BATHROOM SHOPPINGChunky woods and grains to createa back-to-nature look and feel.

80 BEDROOM GET THE LOOK Rustic country charm is achieved withdark woods and tactile furnishings.

82 BEDROOM SHOPPINGA choice of sumptuously soft throwsand blankets for ultimate comfort.

116 KITCHEN&BATHROOMGALLERY Check out these sleek and stylishinteriors that are hot-off-the-press.

122 DESIGN NEWSExciting launches and inspiration-packedevents sure to fire your imagination.

127 COMPETITIONWin a luxurious bathroom makeoverby Create Your Ideal Bathroom, wortha grand total of £3,000.

129 BOOK REVIEWSAdd to your style library with thiscollection of coffee table titles.

130 STOCKISTSContact details for all of the shopsand designers featured in this issue.

131 SHOWROOM SHOWCASEVisit these stunning showroomsfor lots of interior design ideas.

132 SUBSCRIPTIONSSubscribe to EKBB to win £500 worthof products from simplehuman.

138 DESIGNER INTERVIEW Allegra Hicks reveals her design passionand inspiration for her new collection.

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94 WINTER WARMERSIndulge in luxury accessories with astylish heritage feel for the perfectexcuse to curl up by the fire.

100 LET THERE BE WARMTH...Create a cosy atmosphere in theheart of your home with naturaltextures, rich colour and lighting.

108 DOWN TO EARTHLet rustic finishes, natural materialsand fresh hues inspire a mood boardfor a muted decorating scheme.

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A SIMPLER TOUCH

Replacing one new kitchen with anotherwas a bold move, but completely worth it

PHOTOS DARREN CHUNG WORDS AMELIA THORPE



From the island anddining table, Ann andher guests can enjoysome of the bestviews of the garden.



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t takes a brave person to throw out a brandnew kitchen. But having bought an elegantstone new-build house in an Oxfordshire village, Ann Bailey did just that. ‘I had to

think very long and hard about it,’ she recalls.‘But I couldn’t get away from the fact that,although the developer had designed andfinished everything in the house to a very highspecification, the kitchen just wasn’t my style.’

As someone who loves cooking andentertaining in her spare time, Ann, who volunteers for a charity, decided that thekitchen was to be a room in which she wouldbe spending a great deal of time, and it was worth investing to get it right. ‘When I doentertain, I tend to go over the top and invitetwenty people all at once, because I don’t liketo do things by halves,’ she laughs. ‘So it wasespecially important to me to make the kitchenlook good, feel congenial and work brilliantly.’

Walking past the brand new TeddyEdwards showroom in Oxford, Ann decided it was time for action. She popped her head

around the door – even though the showroom was barely finished – to tell the team howmuch she liked one of the displays she couldsee being built in the window. ‘It caught myeye immediately, because it was obviouslybeautifully made, traditional furniture, but with a lighter, simpler touch and very

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Above The classic-stylecanopy above the cast-iron AGA Total Controlhas an elegant cornicedetailing, and it housesa practical and discreetbuilt-in extractor.

Right Beautiful solid oakdrawers and dovetailed

joints add a seamlessedge to an otherwiseclassical scheme whichcombines warm neutralhues and light tones.

Opposite Caesarstonein a soft, creamy coffeeshade blends with thewarm grey of the hand-painted furniture tocomplete the fresh lookand feel of the kitchen.

KITCHEN PROFILE

A palette of warm, natural colours and materials create a light and

inviting feel in this spacious country home. Clean-lined and bespoke

Goodwood furniture, hand-painted in warm grey is finished with

antiqued pewter knobs and cup handles, topped with polished

Caesarstone surfaces. An AGA Total Control model in Pearl Ashes

sits below a feature canopy, while a tall unit in bleached oak houses

the sleek Gaggenau appliances and spacious larder cupboard.

Teddy Edwards, 67 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HJ.

Tel: 01865 404960. teddy-edwards.co.uk.

Kitchens priced from £38,000 including appliances.

‘The clean lineswith a lighter, simpler touchimmediately

caught my eye.’



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clean lines,’ she explains. And it was DesignManager, Martin Postle, who took up thechallenge to create a more inviting andsociable kitchen for Ann’s new home.

Martin took one look at the existing kitchenspace and set about planning a better layout. ‘Icould see that it was essential to create a senseof flow around the room, and a better linkbetween the kitchen and dining area,’ saysMartin. ‘With light only coming in from oneend of the room, it was also important to createan open layout using fresh colours, so that it

didn’t feel as if light was struggling to get fromone end of the room to the other.’

His solution was to design a rectangularisland to link the kitchen to the dining area,as well as providing lots of prep surface anda sink, positioned to enjoy lovely views of thegarden, rather than the wall. Painted in a warm grey and topped with a natural-colouredCaesarstone quartz surface, the same palette isused on the far wall with its dresser cupboard,to house small appliances, and merchantdrawers below, for plenty of useful storage.

Ann, a lifelong AGA fan, chose a Total Controlmodel for its flexibility - it can be turned on andoff easily with a touch screen panel and isready to use quickly - and Martin designed acanopy above to create a focal point in theroom. ‘With so much light streaming into theroom from the glass doors, the room can get very warm, so it’s very useful to turn the AGAon and off as I need it, so that the heat isn’toverpowering,’ says Ann.

The finishing touch is a smart and ultra-practical section of tall, bleached oak



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‘With a link betweenthe kitchen and

dining area, we canenjoy the lovely garden views.’

Above Pocket doorsslide out of sight whenthe dresser cupboard is inuse, allowing easy accessto crockery, glasswareand small appliances.

Far left Sink, cooker andfridge are all in easyreach, and the island linksboth the cooking andentertaining areas.

Left Merchant drawersof different sizes are theperfect storage solutionfor all kinds of smallerkitchen items.



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STOCKISTS INFORMATION

APPLIANCESAGA 3-oven Total Control in Pearl Ashes, from £9,895, AGA. DG5080steam oven, £2,032; ESW5080-29 warming drawer, £742; CS1212-1i CombiSetinductionhob, £913; G5191 SCVi integrated dishwasher, £970; all Miele.RY 491 Vario stainless steel fridge freezer combination, £5,339, Gaggenau.SPC900 built-in extractor, £786, Westin Design.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGSPhoenician 4360 mixer in Pewter, £352, Perrin & Rowe. 6625 Iron/TonesSmart Divide sink, £639, Kohler. Caesarstone 2350 Latte worktops andsplash back, priced to order; Carl Hansen oiled oak stools , £569 each; allTeddy Edwards. Original BTC Hector Size 3 pendant lamps, £131 each, TheConran Shop. Heritage Egyptian Limestone floor tiles, from £60 per sq. m,Indigenous. Similar dining table, Stola, £1,795; Camargue dining chairs, from£165 each plus seat cover and skirt, all OKA.*Prices are approximate. For stockists, see page 130.

cupboards to provide soft contrast withthe painted furniture and to house the fridgefreezer and larder cupboard, so that all thefrozen, chilled and dried food is stored inone, easy-to-access centre, close to the prepsurface on the central island.

‘It was a big decision to replace the originalkitchen, but I’m so glad that I took the plunge,’says Ann. ‘I spend a huge amount of timein here, and that’s because the new kitchenmakes life simpler, keeps me tidy, and is apleasure to be in.’

Above The overhang inthe centre of the islandallows for friends to sitat the bar stools, whileAnn is preparing dinner.

Right Teddy Edwardsalso supplied the utilityroom furniture, designedand made to match thekitchen cabinetry.

Opposite The bleachedoak larder cupboard addsthe warmth of naturaltimber to the design.



‘It’s now a tidy spacewhere I can enjoy spending

time with all of my friends and family.’



FULL OF FLAVOUR

Chef and food writer Anjali Pathak’shome is as individual as she is

PHOTOS JUSTIN PAUL WORDS AMELIA THORPE

Anjali Pathak isdelighted withher new kitchen



s a TV chef, food writer and brandambassador for Patak’s deliciousrange of curry pastes, sauces andchutneys, Anjali Pathak needs little

introduction. Her cookery classes are asell-out success and her recipes, from thearomatic Ultimate Tadka Dhal to richChocolate Cardamom Torte, are ever popular. And in between a hectic schedule of TV appearances, recipe development and travels, Anjali had one thing on her mind: her newhome. ‘I wanted to create a lovely environment where I could totally relax,’ she says.Moving from Bolton to the family apartment in

north London was one thing, the state of thedécor another. ‘It hadn’t been used muchover the years, so it needed refurbishing,’explains Anjali. ‘It was the kitchen I wasmost unhappy with, because it lookeddated and felt cramped – and, for me, it wasespecially important to get it right, becauseI knew I would be spending a great deal oftime cooking in it,’ she smiles.

After taking some photos and making a video of the existing kitchen on her phone, Anjali headed off to meet Diane Berry ofDiane Berry Kitchens in Manchester, not farfrom the family home. ‘I had been past her

showrooms many times and really liked hercontemporary style,’ she says of her choice.

Working long distance, the video reallyhelped Diane get a sense of the space and thepossibilities for the room, and she suggestedreplacing the units built all around the room with a radically different design. With a tallrun of units on one wall, and a streamlinedbase run underneath the window for a wetzone, Diane created a dramatic peninsula toform the focus of the room. ‘I knew that Anjalilikes to cook at the hob facing her friends orstudents if she is doing a demonstration, so thisarrangement works perfectly,’ says Diane.

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KITCHEN PROFILE

ALNOStar Shine White gloss and Natureline Carbon

Oak veneer furniture creates crisp contrast

in this contemporary kitchen, given added

definition with a sweeping peninsula and worktop

clad in Corian Glacier White. Smart detailing,

including glass light box shelves trimmed in

aluminium, a feature ceiling coffer, and finger rail

LED lights add to the luxe finish, as do metallic

graphite papered walls. And to make this kitchen

function as well as it looks? A full complement of

top of the range appliances from Miele.

Diane Berry Kitchens, 132 Bury New Road,

Prestwich, Manchester, M25 0AA. Tel: 01617 985335.

dianeberrykitchens.co.uk.

Kitchens cost from £20,000.

Halcyon Interiors, The ALNO Store, 120 Wigmore

Street, London, W1 3LS. Tel: 020 7486 3080.

halcyoninteriors.com. Kitchens cost from £20,000.



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ANJALI’SPOMEGRANATE BELLINIThis is one of my all-time favouritedrinks, perfect for a special eveningwith friends celebrating the New Year

For 6 people

•6 tablespoons pomegranate juice

•Handful of pomegranate seeds

•1 bottle chilled Prosecco

Add one tablespoon of pomegranate juiceand a few seeds to each champagne glass,and top with chilled Prosecco. Add morepomegranate juice to taste.

For more of Anjali’s recipes, visit

anjalipathak.com.

‘An island would have been too small, as Anjalineeds plenty of work surface either sideof the hob when she is cooking and a peninsulaalso meant that we could continue on the samematerial up the wall, to draw the eye upwardsand create the illusion that the room ismuch bigger than it actually is.’

Calling on fellow kitchen specialist GrahamRobinson, of Halcyon Interiors The ALNOStore, Diane was able to hand over the project

installation to a local company. ‘It was vitalthat we could be on site to work out the precise

templating and fit of the Corian,’ explainsGraham. ‘We even carried the Corian on to the window sills to create an immaculate finishand made sure that every detail was just rightto emphasise the streamlined, modern design.’

The Corian Glacier White contrasts withthe graphite grey of the wallpaper and CarbonOak finish of the tall cabinets. A gentle sparklein the wallpaper adds a touch of glamour.‘I wanted to create the perfect place to come

back to at the end of a busy day,’ says Anjali,‘with just a little touch of opulence!’


APPLIANCESH5681BP single ovens, £2,283 each; H5080BMcombination microwave, £2,399; CVA5065coffee machine, £2,099; ESW5080-29warming drawers, £739; KM371G gas hob,£1,020; G5370SCVi integrated dishwasher,£1,019; KFN9753iD integrated fridge-freezer,£1,249; K9757-1iD integrated fridge, £1,120, allMiele. CBU1-WGbuilt-in ceiling extractor inwhite glass, around £1,500, Westin Design.Evoline pull-up power port, £200, Schulte.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGSCorian Glacier White worktops, with integrated970 sink and drainer, plus sills, peninsula sidepanel and wall panel, around £7,000, all DianeBerry Kitchens/Halcyon Interiors. Liriopendantlights, £220 each; Brian Yates Mica MCA8108wallpaper, £32 per m, all Diane Berry Kitchens;Similar flooring, from a selection, Surface Tiles.Similarbar stools, from a selection, AtlanticShopping.*Prices are approximate.For stockists, see page 130.

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BESPOKEBEAUTY A complete restoration of a 1950s bungalowhas tripled its size and enabled the stunning,

hand-crafted kitchen to truly take centre stagePHOTOS DARREN CHUNG WORDS HELEN BROWN



The open-plan design ia practical, light-filledworking space, full of natural beauty thatcelebrates old and new



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hen Kirsty Hanley, her partnerJames and Dappy the dog movedinto their 1950s bungalow three years ago in the picturesque

village of Bridge in Canterbury, they knewthey had a challenging project on theirhands. ‘The décor was extremely dated andthe rooms were small, but we liked the areaand plot and bought it with a completerestoration in mind,’ explains Kirsty.

Plans included removing all the windows,replacing the roof and adding a second storeyextension which would triple the size of theoriginal property and turn it into a farmhouse-style four-bedroomed detached home. The sizeof the project meant that the family movedout in March 2011 and the works took just overa year to complete. ‘It was a massive overhaul,but we knew it would be worth it when wehad so much extra space to play with andcould create a home exactly to ourspecifications,’ explains Kirsty.

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Above A curved granitesplashback makes afocal point of the sinkarea and providesdramatic contrast withthe painted cabinetry.

Right A stunning crackedice worktop on the islandunit adds a glamorousfinishing touch and

sparkles in the sunlight.Far right The circularoak island includesclever hidden storageand pull-out drawers,and is topped with achunky chopping block.

OppositeStainless steelappliances have beenintegrated into thespacious oak storageunit and are in closeproximity to the sleekinduction hob.

KITCHEN PROFILE

Stunning hand-crafted oak Hampton cabinetry

contrasts beautifully with hand-painted

cupboards in a soft green finish for the ultimate

bespoke kitchen. Star Galaxy granite worktops

provide a rich edge to the light-filled scheme,

while a circular oak island with hidden storage

and solid chopping block is a charming

centrepiece and dream preparation area.

Integrated stainless steel appliances and floor-

to-ceiling oak cupboards ensure a clutter-free

space, complete with a curved granitesplashback, cracked ice topped breakfast bar

and luxury chandeliers for a touch of glamour.

Davonport Kitchens. Tel: 01206 760800.

davonport.com. Kitchens start from £25,000.



‘It was a must-have that the new kitchen wouldbe light and airy with plenty of storage space.’



Above Adhering tothe streamlined ethos,the built-in TV is angledso it can be viewed at

different spots aroundthe kitchen.

Far left Everything nowhas its place in the newkitchen, with dedicatedstorage solutionsincluding a bespokecabinet for glassware.

Left Deep drawerswith plate dividersaccommodate Kirsty'sextensive collection of crockery perfectly.

Right Curved cabinetryadds natural beautyto the warm scheme.



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‘Luxury granite worktopsadd rich contrast to the

classic-style oak cabinetry.’

The kitchen was the main room Kirsty relishedthe chance to completely re-design and witha blank shell and large space to get creative

with, it was a dream situation. The previouskitchen left little to be desired with old-fashioned units, flimsy doors and a boxed-infeel. ‘It was just so horrendous before, that I wanted something really stunning this timeround and to show it off to the max,’ says Kirsty.

Through a recommendation, Kirstycontacted Davonport Kitchens and visitedtheir showroom in Colchester, Essex tosee if they could bring her dream kitchento life. ‘I instantly fell in love with the whole look of the place, the service and allthe stunning curved handmade furnitureon display,’ explains Kirsty. Sold by what she

had seen, Kitchen Designer Paula Watts visitedKirsty’s home to start discussing options.

Although open to ideas, Kirsty did have a

few requirements. It was a must that the newkitchen would be light and airy, with lots of visible space, plenty of cupboards and thatclutter be cleverly disguised and out of sight.

After viewing all the soft curved furniturein the showroom, Kirsty was keen to introducenatural beauty to the scheme and liked theidea of having a kitchen that included aneffortless mix of wood and hand-paintedcabinetry. She was also particularly smittenby a circular ‘drum-style’ island and knew asimilar design had to make an appearance. After a few consultations, Paula’s vision wasclear. The new kitchen was to be a natural

fusion of traditional and contemporaryfeatures, full of practical storage solutionsand designed to be used and enjoyed, while

also complementing the beautiful newinterior of Kirsty and James’ home.

Classic-style oak cabinetry provides thecountry-style element that Kirsty craved witha stylish mix of natural wood and hand-painted units in the softest green finish. Thissubtle tone was selected to complementKirsty’s lush garden and to bring a sense ofthe outside in, especially as bi-fold doorsopen directly onto the outdoor space. Luxurygranite worktops add rich contrast to the pale wood, with an eye-catching splashback in thesame material highlighting the use of curvesthroughout. Expansive floor-to-ceiling



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APPLIANCES

KFN 9755 iDE integrated fridge freezer, around £1,650; H4882 BP XL pyrolyticoven, around £3,265; ESW4822 XL warming drawer, around £1,311; CVA 5060coffee machine, around £1,699; H5080 BM combination microwave, around£1,925; KFN 9753 iD integrated fridge freezer, around £950; KM6383 inductionhob, around £2,109; KWT 4154 wine cooler, around £1,329; G5470 SCVi fullyintegrated dishwasher, around £988, all Miele. DD900SS downdraughtextractor, around £1,473, Caple.

FIXTURES AND FURNISHINGS80mm Oak End Grain chopping block; £POA; Cracked ice and Star Galaxyworktops, £POA, all Davonport. Orbiq monobloc mixer, from £204, Perrin & Rowe. VBK undermount white ceramic sink, around £218, Franke.Engineered oak flooring, £POA, Lenleys of Canterbury. Similar Zuo set oftwo leatherette weave high counter stools, £POA, Euro Style Lighting.Crystalchandeliers, £POA, Canterbury Lighting.*Prices are approximate. For stockists, see page 130.

cabinetry provide masses of cupboardspace and includes a custom-made, built-in wine rack and houses the bank of appliances with state-of-the-art pyrolytic oven,combination oven, warming drawer andcoffee machine, all in one handy place.

To avoid trailing wires and a cluttered worktop, the Davonport team devised anappliance ‘garage’ with chic roller blinds tohide small items like the toaster, kettle andblender. ‘It means that the kitchen always

looks tidy and streamlined, it’s such a brilliantidea,’ says Kirsty. There’s no shortage of wowfactor features, from the much-loved circularisland with superb hidden storage, topped with an engraved chopping block for addedcharacter to the show-stopping, cracked ice worktop at the breakfast bar that catches thelight. Glamour comes in the form of luxurychandeliers from local company CanterburyLighting, and complemented by colouredmood lighting that creates a contemporary

ambience for every occasion. ‘This is the place where we now spend most of our time and it’sperfect for socialising,’ says an over the moonKirsty. ‘My daughter and fiancé are currentlystaying with us and we always dine together inthe evening and catch up in the day. We neverfeel the need for the TV to be on as we justenjoy chatting and soaking up the atmosphereof the room. This kitchen is more than I couldever have hoped for and is undoubtedly thebest room in the home!’

Side-by-side winecabinets ensure drinks areserved at the absoluteperfect temperature.



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ON TOP OF THE WORLD Enjoy family breakfast or impromptu drinks with our choice of bar stools

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1E15 Jean, from £498, Nest2Moooi AVL, £644, Occa-Home3Tom & Jerry by Konstantin Grcic for Magis, £445, Aram Store4 Island in Natural Ash,from £397, Batheaston5High BC30 in slate, from £246, Batheaston6Wanted Not Wasted, £474 each (minimum order of four),

Nina Moeller Interiors7Manhattan iron, £142, Artisanti8 Suffolk painted, £235, Kit Stone. For stockists, see page 130.



CENTREFOLD SPECIAL

PARTY TIME

Contemporary design in an ice-white finishcreates a stunning space for entertaining

PHOTOS DARREN CHUNG WORDS SARAH MILLS



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hen Marie and Paul Gilbertmoved into a 19th Century barnconversion in a sleepyNorthamptonshire village, they

immediately knew they couldn’t live with theexisting kitchen. The barn had been convertedfive years before the couple bought it in atraditional way with a wooden Shaker-style,

hand-built kitchen with oak worktops, a large AGA and a riven slate floor. Marie explains,‘It was very nicely done but not to our taste.We really wanted a sleek, contemporary lookand looked forward to creating an excitingspace, not only for cooking but for entertainingtoo – we love hosting parties!’

The couple had been looking for theirperfect property for a number of years beforethey stumbled upon the barn. By the time theysnapped it up, Marie and Paul knew exactly what they wanted and together they made a wish list of what they were hoping to achieve.Marie explains, ‘We needed someone to

W Top left A bank of Gaggenau ovens and acombination microwaveoven, provide amplespace for cooking andhosting large parties.

Above left Mouthwatering treats are servedon a hammered chargerfrom Ralph Lauren Home.

Above right White silklacquer cabinets withinset handles instantlycreate an ultra chic finishwith catwalk finesse.

Opposite The sweepingcurves of the Kristalia barstools provide stylishseating for guests to relax.

Expansive island units dominate this space with cabinetry by luxury

Italian kitchen manufacturer Cesar. With pristine, white silk lacquer

and inset aluminium handles, NGI Design has cleverly created a multi-

functional space, which is perfect for informal gatherings, and includes

a cooking, preparation, entertaining and dining area with plenty of wine

storage and a champagne bar. Work surfaces have been topped with

Corian with large, porcelain Marazzi floor tiles underfoot, while high-

performance Gaggenau appliances make entertaining a breeze.

NGI Design, 4-6 High Street, St Martins, Stamford, PE9 2LF.

Tel: 01780 766899. ngidesign.co.uk.

Expect to pay £100,000 for a similar kitchen design.

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take this wish list and transform it into apractical, exciting design. We were lookingfor a complete home re-design, so it madesense to go to NGI Design because we hadbought other furniture and lighting fromthem over the years so we felt confidentthat they could deliver the whole package.’

Marie and Paul knew they wanted a designfor the kitchen which would use this vast 122m

by 4m of space to its greatest effect. The coupleprovided kitchen architect Neil Partridge of NGI Design with a list of the appliances theyalready knew they would need, from amplerefrigeration to plenty of temperature-controlled wine storage. ‘We wanted ourkitchen to be practical for everyday use onthe one hand, with wow factor on theother. It would need to adapt to provide theperfect venue for entertaining both smallgroups of guests and larger parties, too. It was very important to us that our vision wasrealised, which NGI Design certainly did andthey gave us loads of inspiration to help us

Left Breaking the islandinto two sections hasclearly defined thekitchen into two parts –one for preparing foodand cooking, andthe other for diningand entertaining.

AboveAwaiting theguest’s arrival in thelight-filled space, party

tableware from RalphLauren Home andAmara is set in place.

‘It would need to adaptto provide the perfect space

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move our project forward,’ adds Marie.The couple chose a large central island

to satisfy their storage needs and provide astage for their impressive collection of gasand induction hobs, which make superbcooking platforms when entertaining.The champagne bar island evolved as an

idea during their initial design meeting with NGI Design. Marie explains,‘It is gorgeously unusual with flushstainless steel ice buckets in the Corian work surface and each of these holdsseveral bottles of champagne. They lookamazing when filled for parties.’

The couple’s passion for partying ishighlighted with the lighting, which isdivided into two parts –colour-changingLED lighting, which features a whole hostof colours, and oversized lights for adecorative addition cascading from theceiling. Marie says, ‘We think the colourful



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‘The colourful lighting is amazing.You can create incredible effects.’

Far left A bank of

temperature-controlledwine cabinets holdshundreds of bottles,making them ideal forentertaining as wine

is stored at the righttemperature for serving.

Above The fluelessFirewall gas fire by Esseprovides a warm

atmosphere against theice-white backdrop.Left Bespoke, stainlesssteel champagnebuckets set into the

glacier white Corianwork surface on theisland units become a keyfocus when entertaining.

lighting is amazing. It’s very subtle when it’sset to a normal white light and very practical,but you can create incredible effects withcolour when the mood takes you.’ The otherlights are by Moooi, which are dramatic intheir own right when they are dimmed downand all the other lights are switched off.



An entire wall of bi-fold,glazed doors is ideal whenopened up for summer partiesand keeping the heat in with asuperb view onto the gardenduring colder months.



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Marie and Paul are very happy with theend result. As Marie explains, ‘We wantedour new kitchen to combine a striking visual

design statement with real functionality.Our new kitchen looks sleek and dramatic,enhancing the spectacular proportions of the

room perfectly. We use our new kitchen forcooking, living and entertaining, and we areabsolutely thrilled with it!’

Mirrored vase flower displays createdby Floriture and Astrantia arrangement

(below) by Zitaelze.

Above The LEDs alongthe plinths not onlyprovide a subtle white

light, but also createincredible effectswith bold colour,such as crimson.

Right Flickering tealights

and an astrantia flowerdisplay set the sceneand complement thewhite Corian worktop.

OppositeParty guests

mingle in the ambientglow of the candlelight.


APPLIANCESBO250 pyrolytic ovens, £2,734 each; 14cm

warming drawers, £659 each; BM270combination microwave oven, £2,700; CM250coffee machine, £2,160; KG491 gas hob,£2,359; VP421 teppan yaki, £1,565; RW464wine cabinets, £4,323 each; RC280 integratedfridge, £1,175; RF287 integrated freezer, £1,920;DF460 fully integrated dishwasher, £1,128,all Gaggenau. Bespoke 1700mm extraction unit,£4,490, Westin Design. Pure H20 tap, £3,800;Franke Arena tap, £421, both NGI Design.

FIXTURES AND FURNISHINGS

40mm work surfaces and splashbacksin glacier white, from £316 per linear m,Corian. Soho anthracite porcelain floor tiles,£82 per sq. m, Marazzi. Stone i flat emulsion,

£58 for 5l, Paint Library. Random lights, £1,127each, Moooi. BCN bar stools by Kristalia, £436each, NGI Design.* All prices are approximate.

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Kellercandlesticks; Carbon fibre plates; Charlesnut bowl; Randolph champagne cooler, all RalphLauren Home. Designers Guild porcelainpastabowl; LSA Inza Mineral and Orsini platinumtealight holders; William Yeoward CrystalAmerican bar corine coupe champagne glasses;Davinachampagne flutes, all Amara.For stockists, see page 130.



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stylish accessories

Clockwise from top: American Modernpitcher in granite by Russel Wright, £79,

Twentytwentyone•Evora dinner plate in grey,

£8, Habitat•

Ceramic mugs in heather, £22 each,Toast•Ovenproof warm dish in brown stoneware byNormann Copenhagen, £65, at Aram Store•Twiddle

bowl by Tina Vlassopulos, £30, CultureLabel

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Design Museum Shop• American Modern creamer,£33, Twentytwentyone•Marble pestle and mortar,

£18, Heal’s. For stockists, see page 130.



LIGHT AND SIMPLEMichael and Nicola Jones dramatically transformed

their basement – from darkness into lightPHOTOS PAUL CRAIG WORDS AMELIA THORPE



Matt Clay laminate on theisland adds definition to theotherwise all-white design.



KITCHEN PROFILE

Two linear islands wrapped in Corian Glacier

White take centre stage in this spacious family

living and entertaining space. Entirely

practical, with flush fitted induction hob on

one island and wet zone on the other. The

Bulthaup b3 Matt Clay laminate drawers below

also serve as the elegant focal point of the

room, connecting the dining and living areas.A tall run of Bulthaup b3 White High Gloss

acrylic cabinetry is flush fitted along one wall,

creating a streamlined storage and appliance

area which blends into the backdrop of the

room. Top of the range appliances from

Gaggenau complete the elegant design.

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including appliances.

Above The hob,extractor hood and sinkare perfectly positionedon a central line runningthrough the room.

Left Gaggenau ovensare housed in flushfitted, handleless WhiteHigh Gloss acryliccabinetry for the moststreamlined result.

Opposite The integratedfridge is logicallypositioned next to aprep sink, which is greatfor washing vegetables,or for making drinks.



here was a moment when Michael andNicola Jones began to wonder if theyhad made a terrible mistake. Afterbuying their five storey period home in

central London, they were worried that theyhad bitten off more of a major refurbishmentthan they could possibly chew, especially when it came to the basement. ‘It was so

incredibly dark and gloomy,’ recalls Michaelof the two dank rooms and a chilly corridorthat made up the lowest level of the house.

But, they were determined to restore thehouse to its former glory and convert the drabbasement into a family living space to share with four year-old daughter, Anna. Resolved,the couple called in kitchen designer RobGelling, Director of Kitchen Architecture,and architects Michaelis Boyd Associates.‘We wanted a space for relaxed living andentertaining, that was relatively child-friendly,’ explains Michael. ‘We had lots of discussions about how to create an area

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‘They were worried they had bitten off more than they could possibly chew.’



that would be a family living area, kitchen anddining area all rolled into one.’ The solution was to remove all the internal walls in thebasement, a major project in itself.

Instead of supporting columns, thestructure is supported by heavy duty steelbeams running across the width of the room.‘Although it involved a huge amount of structural work, it was worth it, because there

are now no barriers in the room, creating a very open feel,’ he says. By removing someouthouses, they were also able to extend outinto the area at the rear of the property,increasing the size of the room to itsimpressive 15 metre length. And, by excavatingoutside and building wide steps to leadgradually up to the pretty garden, they wereable to introduce much more natural lightinto the space, an effect enhanced by floor-to-ceiling glass bi-folding doors.

With the entire room painted white tocreate a simple, light environment, Robset to work to create a kitchen design that

‘It was worth it, because there

are now no barriers in theroom, creating an open feel.’

AboveAubergine-coloured upholsteryadds a rich shadeto the predominantlywhite living space.

Left Simple finger pullsaccentuate the lineardesign of the drawers inMatt Clay laminate.

OppositeBi-foldingdoors open out on tothe stunning gardenview, letting natural lightpour into the space.




ARCHITECTSMichaelis Boyd Associates.Tel: 020 7221 1237. michaelisboyd.com. J&Z Construction. Tel: 020 8830 5038. jandzconstruction.co.uk.

APPLIANCESBO 271 oven, £3,060; BM275 combination

microwave, £2,700; CI 481 induction hob, £1,770;WS26 warming drawer, £660; AI202-102 islandextractor hood, £1,440; RC472 Vario integratedfridge, £4,710; RF461 Vario integrated freezer,£4,320; RW464 wine cabinet, £4,380, all Gaggenau.G5585 SCVi integrated dishwasher, £1,460, Miele.

FIXTURES AND FURNISHINGSKWC Inox mixers with pull out spray, £685 each,Sterling. Basic boiling water tap, £830, Quooker.Corian Glacier White islands; stainless steelworktop and splashback; Bulthaup stainless steelsinks; all £POA, Kitchen Architecture. SimilarPortland Stone floor tiles, from £180 persq. m, Stone Theatre, Liszt bar stools,£1,926 each plus fabric, Nina Campbell.

*Prices are approximate. For stockists, see page 130.

would make the most of the dramaticallydifferent, new space. Rob’s response wasequally radical. ‘The obvious solution was tointroduce one long island, but apart from thefact that you see that such a lot, I felt it wouldmake the space feel long and narrow,’ heexplains. ‘I also felt that it would create a bit of

no-man’s land on one side, not large enough fora sofa or a dining table, so really a wastedspace. Instead, and to make the most of the width of the room, this two island concept sitsin the space beautifully, allowing the cook to

take centre stage between the dining andliving areas, which also makes the layout verysociable.’ The two islands, each clad in crispCorian Glacier White, create the prep andcooking zones. ‘This arrangement makes a very contained working area, with a 360degree view, yet it means that cooking can

take place safely out of the way of kids runningthrough to the garden,’ continues Rob. A sweepof tall units along one wall conceals all theappliances and masses of storage, blendinginto the TV area at the far end of the room, and

houses a simple, steel clad secondary preparea. Flush fitted into the wall, the clean-lined, white cabinetry almost disappears from view,enhancing the uncluttered effect.

‘I’m very glad we took the plunge andconverted the space,’ says Michael. ‘Callingin the experts was the best decision. It never

crossed my mind that we might have two widthways islands until Rob suggested it.Now the worst part of the house has beentransformed into the best – which really isn’tsomething you expect of a basement.’

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verybody’s doing it these days and if you’re not currently up to your elbowsin flour, you soon will be! Home bakingfever has taken the nation by storm,

thanks largely to the popularity of BBC2’s TheGreat British Bake Off, where every week thecountry’s top home bakers battle it out for thetitle of Best Amateur Baker. But it’s not juston the box where we can get our fix – kitchenshops and high street stores are selling a wonderful array of kits to entice us to brush upour skills. Neff has launched a Bake it Yourself (BIY) campaign on Twitter, which has achieved

an impressive 200,000 likes on Facebook sinceit began in March 2012. You may have boughtthe silicone muffin cases, brightly colouredspatulas and three-tiered cake stand to showit all off, but are your appliances up to the job?

WHICH OVEN?Built-in ovens are a good starting point. ‘Thereare a variety of ovens that can produce moistor crispy bakes,’ explains Danny Lay, SalesDirector at Caple. ‘It’s all about choosing theoven and functions that are right for yourneeds. Steam ovens are ideal for retaining

moisture but if you’re looking for the bestof both worlds, a combination steam oven isideal as you can benefit from a conventionalfan-assisted oven and grill, too. This type of heat will consistently cook through to themiddle, which makes it ideal for all typesof baking. For extra crispy results, look forconventional ovens that feature a grill plusbase heat, which is perfect for pies. While,for delicate baking, look for an electric oven with turbo conventional heat that providesfast and even heat distribution for excellentresults with pastries and bread.’

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1AEG MaxiKlasse™ Pyroluxe®multifunction ovenFor perfect cooking, this modelhas a ThermiC˚Air system whichcirculates hot air evenly so foodcooks throughout on any ofthe five shelf positions. Withdedicated settings for baking andhas a 74-litre capacity. It also hasa self-cleaning programme and israted A-20% for energy, meaningit’s 20 per cent more efficientthan a standard A-rated model.Model BP7304151M:H59xW59xD57cm; two-year guarantee; £949.

2V-ZUG Combair SLP ovenV-ZUG takes the stress out of cooking with its ProfessionalBaking function. Simply prepare your bread, cake, scones or othergoodies, put them into the ovenon a baking tray and the ovendoes all the hard work. It’sA-rated for energy, has a 52-litrecapacity and conventional grill.Model BCSLP60c:H60xW60xD55cm; two-year guarantee; £2,460.

3Gorenje HomeCHEFmultifunction ovenThis innovative oven comes witha full colour touch screen and amulti-step baking system. It has a65-litre capacity, A-20% energyrating and a SIMPLEbake option -where the oven will auto selectthe programme, temperatureand duration you need. Plus, theAUTObake function has up to65 pre-programmed dishes.Model BO9950AX:H60xW60xD57cm; five-year guarantee; £1,199.

4KitchenAid Twelix™ ovenThis model has a specificprogramme designed for fruitpies and pastry-lined dishes, sothere’s no need to blind bake first.The Tweli-base function ensuresthat the underside is perfectlybrowned and cooked through,putting an end to soggy bottoms.It features five different pastrysettings and six bakery functions,is A-rated for energy and has animpressive 73-litre capacity.Model KOTP7010:H60xW60xD57cm; two-year guarantee; £1,200.

5Neff Series 5 AquaAssistsingle ovenThis oven has a built-in watertank, which adds humidity to thebaking environment and works intandem with the bread bakingfunction for a professional finish.You can use CircoTherm andbottom heat for one-stage pastrydishes such as lemon meringuepie. With a 67-litre capacity andan A-20% energy rating, it has aSlide&Hide door for easy access.Model B46C74:H59xW59xD55cm; two-year guarantee; £1,300.

‘To achieve extra crispy results, choose conventionalovens featuring a grill and base heat for perfect pies.’

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1 Baumatic compact combisteam oven with grillRated A for energy efficiency,this compact steam oven has11 functions including steampuff, 60 pre-set recipes, LCDprogrammer, touch control andchild lock. There’s no need toworry about plumbing it ineither, as it comes with auseful one-litre water tank.Model BCS455TS:H46xW59xD56cm; five-year guarantee; £980. Shown with theBEC455TS built-in espressocentre, £1,100.

2Rangemaster Professional+range cookerAt the heart of this A-ratedcooker is the removable EnergySaving Panel, which allows you toswitch from a full-size 108-litreoven that’s ideal for entertaining,to a modest 49-litre oven thatuses less energy when cookingsmaller dishes. It’s also perfect if you want to bake two dishes atdifferent temperatures or whenusing one cavity, the other canbe used for proving dough.Model FXP: H91xW90xD60cm;two-year guarantee; £1,880.

3De Dietrich Dual Continuuminduction hobThis stylish induction hob in GreyPearl is part of the Premiumcollection and features two sideby size horizontal Continuumzones, the largest, most powerfulsingle cooking zones availablethat can accommodate multiplecookware at different heat levels.Model DTi1199GE:H7xW93xD44cm; five-year guarantee; £1,100

4Miele CulinArt ovenDesigned to offer professionalresults for the home cook, the76-litre A-rated CulinArt ovenfeatures Moisture Plus, whichuses fan heat and steam to giveoptimum results for bakingand roasting. It also takes theguess work out of cooking with25 automatic programmes,including options to help youcreate a perfect loaf.Model H5247BP:H60xW60xD55cm; two-year guarantee; £1,600.

5Gorenje IQcook induction hobThis revolutionary hob uses IQsensors to measure the cookingprocess, monitoring itaccordingly. A special small ‘disc’sensor, placed on the pan lid,communicates with the hob’selectronics and adjusts theoperation of the hob, so youwon’t need to hover over it.With an even number of pre-setcooking modes, it includesSoftMelt and steam cooking.Model IQ641AC:H5xW60xD51cm; five-year guarantee; £699.

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If you fancy yourself as the next celebritymaster baker, such as Paul Hollywood, it’sessential to choose an oven with a littlemoisture as Neil Pooley, Kitchen CategoryManager at Miele, confirms, ‘If the bread is

baked with little or no steam,’ he explains,‘the starches do not swell, the outer surfacedries out, the crust cracks and it will not staycrisp for long. All Miele ovens benefit fromMoisture Plus technology, providingspecifically timed injections of steam inthe first few minutes of the baking process,so that dough will rise more.’Some ovens come with dedicated bakingsettings such as special programmes for pastry,bread or fruit pies, as well as functions thatremove the need for blind baking.

Passionate baker, Maria Mayerhofer, hasfounded her own cookery school called Bake

with Maria which includes three KitchenAidTwelix ovens. ‘The tart setting bakes pastryto perfection,’ she says, ‘with no need for blindbaking and no soggy bottoms. For a thin crustpizza, the oven’s pizza setting bakes at a veryhigh temperature and produces a blisteredpizza crust. The secret lies in the even heatdistribution, professional functions designedfor each dish and a specially recommendedoptimum temperature.’

Other features to look for include largeoven capacities, four or five shelf positions,automatic pre-set recipes and self-cleaning.If you want to create more of a central

hub within the kitchen, then a range cookeris the right option for you. Choose a model with a multiple ovens including one forbaking and a warming drawer to get the mostfrom your cooker along with rapid heat-upand large oven interiors or capacities.

WHICH HOB?Hobs are also invaluable for home baking.Induction is the safest, most energy efficienthob, as well as offering extremely lowtemperatures for melting chocolate withoutthe need for a bain-marie. ‘The perfect

precision of induction is also advantageous for jam-makers,’ adds Richard Walker, Sales andMarketing Director for De Dietrich, ‘and thecooking temperature never fluctuates.’

Gorenje’s new IQCook induction hob usesIQ sensors to measure the cooking process andmonitor it accordingly. A small disc sensorplaced on the pan lid communicates withthe hob’s electronics and then automaticallyadjusts the operation of the hob, leaving youfree to get on with other baking tasks. It evenhas pre-set cooking modes for precise meltingof chocolate and steam cooking puddings.

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WARMING DRAWERSWarming drawers are also creeping intodomestic kitchens, because they are perfect forproving dough and keeping bakes warm.Miele is currently marketing their warmingdrawer as a SousChef, Neil Pooley explains.

‘They can be also be used to prove bread,gently dry meringues or warm scones forafternoon tea,’ he says. ‘Look for models thatfeature temperature and time controls,allowing you to carefully monitor all aspects of your bake/proving process from start to finish.’

MIXERSOnce you have your oven, range, hob and warming drawer in place, it’s time to turn yourattention to the appliance that brings it alltogether – the stand mixer. Offering robust,state of the art action, there are a variety of funcolours available. ‘Stand mixers have become a

real object of desire for the kitchen,’ confirmsGreg Easton, Acting Buyer for small electricalappliances atJohn Lewis. ‘A great helping handfor bakers, they offer quick results – whippingup meringues, cream or biscuits and breads.’

Whichever appliance you’re choosing,make sure it can also cope with everydaycooking tasks. ‘It needs to pull its weight and bea real multi-tasker,’ explains Lauren Abbott,Marketing Manager at Gorenje. ‘Hobs need a wide heat range to both melt chocolate and fry,and an oven should be able to create moistcakes, but also roast a joint for Sunday lunch.’FEATURE HAYLEY GILBERT

1Wolf warming drawerThis drawer offers superior aircontrol to help keep food moistor crisp, depending on your dish.The extremely low 29˚Ctemperature is perfect for provingdough. Individual containers allow you to keep a range of foods warm atthe same time, so you need neverrisk serving a cold bake. With a43.5-litre capacity, it’s fan assistedfor even heat distribution.Model ICBWWD30:H26xW76xD60cm; two-year guarantee; £1,992.

2 Miele SousChefwarming drawerWith a temperature range of40-85˚C, this SousChef allows youto cook food slowly at a consistenttemperature. It can hold up to 25kgand comes with a hot air fan foreven heat distribution, making itideal for proving dough.Model ESW5080-29:H30xW56xD56cm; two-year guarantee; £950.

3 Kenwood Barcelona kMixBoutique stand mixerA blend of colourful retro styling,reliability and performance, thismixer has a 5-litre stainless steelbowl with large handle, 500Wmotor, planetary mixing action anda range of attachments to choosefrom. It also has a unique foldfunction that enables the bowl toolto revolve 2.5 times to perfectlyincorporate ingredients withoutlosing air – essential when preparingbaking mixtures.Model KMX80: H35xW22xD36cm;one-year guarantee; £399.

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hristmas is always a busy time wherethe continuous stream of house guestsseems never ending. Creating anenvironment where friends and family

can feel at home is an important factor and thisincludes providing space for them to carryout their ablutions without interruption. Aseparate guest bathroom is always desirableand may take the shape of a traditionalen suite arrangement within a bedroom, anadditional adjacent facility or even an openplan space within the sleeping area itself.

Whichever you have, it should offer an array offacilities designed to offer that all importantpampering experience. Depending on theconfiguration and size of the room, some guestsuites offer the luxury of installing a walk-inshower and separate tub, but generally withguest bathrooms tending to be more bijou insize, incorporating the full range of productsand accessories isn’t always possible.

This may mean making concessions andrather than trying to squeeze in both a bathand a shower for the sake of it, opt instead

C2 Time spent consideringthe layout of the roomalways pays dividends.The highly distinctiveVeya suite from Rippleshas been designed tostand out from thecrowd with organic andeffortless functionality.Wall mounted WC pan£533; Basin with semipedestal, £615.

3 The Ravello doubleended bath withsumptuous black glossfinish is used as adramatic statementpiece in this bedroom.Designed to addglamour and wow factor,it’s guaranteed to make your guest feel special.Priced at £3,575 fromVictoria + Albert Baths.



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‘Make sure every element works

together in terms of scale so the space

looks inviting.’

1 When lack of spaceonly allows for a shower,then make a featureof it – as well as creatinga luxurious showeringexperience. The GeberitShower Frame offers aneasy solution whichintegrates the draininto the wall. The cover

is available in eitherchrome-plated, brushedstainless steel, whiteor a bespoke tile option.Prices start at £565 forthe Shower Frameand design cover.

2 The Series 10 slidingshower door in blackglass makes a strikingdesign statement, £1,438;While the DornbrachtMem basin, £566, opensup the space, bothThe AlternativeBathroom Company.

3 The Spectra SP485 Bath

Screen offers a modernedge to an over bathshower with its thickglass and polishedchrome hinges. Availableleft or right hand fixed,£618 from Aqata.

for either a generous showering space or asumptuous bath, perhaps with an integralshower in a suitable position. However, if making such compromise is difficult, thenconsider investing in some of the morecompact bathroom solutions which are morethan equal in terms of practicality – andcertainly don’t lack in terms of style. ‘Sinceguest bathrooms are usually fairly small, it’simportant to use products which are cleverlydesigned to maximise your room’s potential,’says Claire Surplice, Marketing Manager, atIdeal Standard. ‘It’s also worth consideringincluding products which are designedto utilise often overlooked corner spaces.’

Regardless of size, one vital ingredient toensure the bathroom flows well is the layout.Certainly in smaller spaces, it’s also importantto make sure that every element workstogether in terms of scale so that the spacelooks inviting rather than cluttered. Wall hungmodels and compact designs are ideal to create

an illusion of space while more curvaceousdesigns will help create a softer, less obtrusiveand more welcoming feel. For those with a tub within a bedroom, then the luxury of spacemeans you can really go for the wow factor 2

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with a statement bath or striking wash zone.‘Whichever bedroom/bathroom configuration you have, you need to think not just about thelayout of the sanitaryware, but also the mainfocal point when you enter the room,’ advises

Alex Walmsley, Senior Designer at Ripples.‘Often the doors are left open, so place the WCsomewhere a little more private and tuckedaway so it won’t be seen from the bedroom.’

Storage is another all important aspect – not just to create a positive, clutter-free firstimpression, but also so that your guests feel thespace is their own to use. ‘Plenty of set downspace or open shelves to store wash bags isessential, a large towel rail or rack to store various sized towels is also something toconsider,’ says Hayley Tarrington, CreativeDirector at Plug in Design. Whether you havebuilt-in storage over a wall-hung WC,

1Clever use of colourand materials can allow

the bathroom andbedroom to worktogether seamlessly,creating a sumptuousguest suite. KathmanduNatural and Home slatefloor and wall tiles, £105per sq. m, with Imaginesingle lever mixer inchrome, £496, bothPorcelanosa.

2Alape’s Crystallinebasin is mounted on anA4 counter top supportmade from layers of sandstone and oakanthracite. Basin ispriced at £705, and the

counter top is £POA.3Who says you can’thave the luxury of twinwash zones in a smallbathroom? You canwith these Mini Sohobasins from AstonMatthews. Measuring just 325mm wide with aprojection of 285mm,they cost around £180.

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4 Simple yet stylish, theAstro Kyoto bathroompendants are a goodalternative to integratedmirror lighting. MatchingKyoto wall lights are alsoavailable. The pendantis priced at around £175from Astro Lighting.

5 The striking BetteBowlMonolith washbasinfrom Bette is availablein two sizes, includingthe compact 35x35 cm,ideal for making astatement in bijouen suites. Expect topay around £1,692.

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luxurious addition,£POA, Plug in Design .

2Make the most of yourunder basin space withwell organisedcompartmentalisedcabinetry, priced from£477, and shown withthe 3D basin, from £179,Twyford Bathrooms.

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3 To make the most of available space, IdealStandard have launchedthe Moments bathwhich features discreetbuilt-in storage. Expectto pay around £3,610.

4 Add a touch of pizzazzwith tiling. Porcelain andglass make up the Basic

collection from SICIS,with the optioin of iridescent mother-of-pearl and wood. Pricedat £49 per sheet, Domus.

5 The Cube in Ikon GlossCream from EllisFurniture boasts Minimopush-to-open drawersand the LED sensormirror has a de-mister,and shaver socket. Pricesstart at £309 for a Cubeunit with one drawer.

recessed storage in the shower space forshampoos and shower gels or wall-hungunits under the basin and a mirror cabinetabove, all provide solutions to keeping clutterat bay. Since many en suites or guestbathrooms have no natural daylight, considerinstalling illuminated mirrors which willprovide good light for makeup and shaving.Then all that’s left to provide is a fewthoughtful touches like soft fluffy towels andluxurious toiletries to complete the ambience,helping to make your guests stay such a specialone that they’ll never want to leave!FEATURE TRACEY WILLIAMS

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Rustic

CHARM Mix dark woods with brown

leather and tactile accessories

1 Mougins striped pillowcase (part of a set), from £30, Andrew Martin 2 Mason Industrial metal pendant, £575, Alexander & Pearl3 Classic oak flooring, from £20 per sq. m, Moduleo 4 Flowermilk jug, £48, Miratis 5 Leather trunk , £750, Joanna Wood 6 Talamobed, from £4030, Chaplins 7 Anglepoise Original 1227desk lamp, £149, Nest. OPPOSITE Torontobedstead, £799; Logan bedlinen, from £30; Alfie faux shearling throw , £60; Bailey faux sheepskin cushion, £20, all John Lewis. For stockists, see page 130.

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INDULGE IN WARMTH Snuggle up and treat yourself to a sumptuously soft throw

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1Herringbone throw, £51, Velvet Brown2Rich russet cashmere throw, £195, Alison at Home3Natural Boucle throw, £45, Puji 4Traditional lambswool throw,£80, Lily & Lime5Puma faux fur throw, £266, Occa-Home6Scottish Heritage lambswool throw, £152, ScotlandShop7 Avoca Mohair autumnal and navy mix

throw, £90, Barley Sugar8Designers Guild Wilson indigo throw, £120, John Lewis9Bronte grape mohair throw, £80, Amara. For stockists, see page 130.



In homage to the Romantic period, the La Belle collection combines the styleof this great age with a contemporary design language. The delicate sweeping curve, the playful La Rose décor and the hand-painted furniture create anexquisite elegance. Express your flair for aesthetics with a bath in high-

quality White or in the new Graphite Noir or Framboise.

To find out more email [email protected] or

call 020 8875 6056 for a brochure and details of your nearestVilleroy&Boch showroom.

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ESSENTIALSUPERSIZE BEDROOMS

STATEMENT SIZE

icture whole walls of storage discreetly concealedbehind beautifully finished doors, a luxuriouslycapacious bed piled high with comfortably plumppillows and cushions and a grand, stylish bedhead

making a bold visual impact. Add a fashionable ottomanat the end of the bed and an elegant chaise longue with acashmere throw or a beautifully crafted armchair with afootstool, an occasional table with reading lamp and createan alternative space to enjoy and celebrate the festive

season in style. Bedroom design is embracing statementsize which exudes luxury in the same way that space does. As the tumbling sales of the traditional size double bedreflect, small is terribly passé – statement size is now. And top bed retailers like And So To Bed reflect this trend.Their most popular bed is the 180 x 200 cms ( 6’0 x 6'6") andthe traditional standard double is down to only aroundeight per cent of their total sales. Andrew Cussins, MD of Sofas & Stuff who make their beds, mattresses and

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If you have the space, go for oversized statement furniture in the bedroom.This emerging trend will add instant luxury and comfort to any scheme



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1Tall mirrors echo thesize of the button backedbedhead. Rothko mirrors,£345 each; Super KingSize bed, £1,379;Chesterfield headboard,£985, all OKA.

2Understated decoglamour abouds in thisdusky pink bedroom withperiod bedhead. Lampsand occasional furniturelend a comfortableelegance to TheBrookhouse PenthouseTerrace at Claridges.

3A classical, paddedheadboard towers overthe bed, which can beupholstered in leather orfabric. By Cattelan Italiafrom Interior Supply,£POA. For similar imageson wall murals or printstry Surface View.

4A simple and chicupholstered bed in a neatgrey woollen check, withpiles of cushions. KasuriBedroom Collection of textured weaves, £55 permetre, Mark Alexander.



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1 Stately design witha premier bed built ingrand but wonderfullycomfortable andenveloping style. TheChurchill Chenille bedcosts from around£8,975, And So To Bed.

2A partition screen,separating the sleepingspace from the dressingroom and bathroom,has been turned into abedhead. A padded panelforms the central sectionand side tables and lampsare built-in on either sideof the bed. All £POA,The Wood Works.

3 Bold floral wallpaper,extra tall button-backedheadboard, statelycurtains framing thewindows and a shapelyupholstered sofa by thebed all work together tocreate a peach of abedroom. All £POA,by Interior DesignerHelen Turkington.

4 Large scale accessoriesin this bedroom andsitting room, at the HotelAstoria St. Petersburglend scale and dramaticimpact to the setting.Designed by Olga Polizzifor Rocco Forte, £POA.

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headboards in bespoke sizes endorses this emerging andincreasingly popular trend. ‘An oversized, upholstered bedmakes a dramatic, boutique hotel-style statement and anextra high headboard is a favourite interior designer’strick, as playing with scale in this way can help createa very luxurious and made-to-measure look. It iscertainly what most customers are asking for.’

Further endorsement comes from Louise Bradley,an Interior Designer renowned for her timeless and

elegant style. ‘I think a large bedroom is a necessity, nota luxury! We tend to spend so much time in bed – it’sestimated at about one third of our lives – so I alwaysfocus on creating a luxurious, calming space.’

It goes without saying that it helps enormously if yourbedroom is already a large room and has good proportions,as Louise explains, ‘Oversized headboards work very well with high ceilings and full length simple curtains whichframe windows but don’t detract from the scale of the

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room or the view beyond. I love to have a seating area in abedroom as most clients view their bedroom as a sanctuary,and we try to incorporate a space to sit and read, listen tomusic or even work. The addition of large scale featureslike paintings help to emphasise the look.’

Statement size can work really well in smaller roomstoo, but it’s important for storage to be built in without anyextraneous detailing on the doors, so the cupboards readas continuous wall space and add a real sense of space and

calm. Walls of mirrors are also useful in smaller roomshelping to further heighten that luxurious feeling of space. Although the bed is ultimately the most important pieceof furniture in a bedroom, storage comes a close second.The Wood Works, a company specialising in bespokefurniture say they are seeing a move away from theminimalistic look to more glamourous style – but still witha very contemporary feel. They are fitting many bedroom walls with floor to ceiling wardrobes and doors in

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1 Walnut and leather are

used for Elumo 11, abedroom furniturecollection withsophisticated style andpanache. From £6,799 forbed frame, two bedsidechests and five doorwardrobe, by Hulsta.

2A clever design trickuses black on the wallbehind the bed toeffectively turn it into ahuge bedhead. Furniturefrom Ralph Lauren,Andrew Martin and bedby Poliform. Designed byMaurizio Pellizoni, £POA.

3 An attic bedroom is

given an expansive lookwith built-in wardrobesto fit the angled wall.The use of mirrors inthe central portioncreates a feeling of spacewithout dominatingthe room. Designedby Louise Bradley, £POA.

4Create a reallyglamourous, imposingand spacious bedroomstyle in a relatively smallroom with a wall of chiccupboards, and tallbedside lamps. All £POA,The Wood Works.



1 This bedroom in a

London mews houseis given an opulenttreatment with abespoke bedhead andplaited silk cushions. Theuse of neutral shadesgives the room anenhanced sense of space.By Interior DesignerKatherine Pooley, £POA.

2 The ultimate fourposter and statementbed – a simple woodenframe unadornedbut so bold andsplendidly imposing.From £1,499, Raft.

3 Fabulously glamourous

– this four poster createsimpact. Dressed with aKylie Minogue design,Edessa has a jet blackflock on soft truffle satin.King Size quilt cover, £85;black bed throw, £130,both Ashley Wilde.

4 Cool elegant style withhigh padded headboard,simple drapes framingtall windows and a largecontemporary paintingwith a neutral colourpalette all emphasisethe space. All £POA,Louise Bradley.

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luxurious finishes like leather, mirror and walnut withspray lacquer surfaces. These wardrobes are often fitted with the latest audio visual units. Summing up the mood,Brand Director Marc Strong at Ashley Wilde, who producecelebrity bed linen brands including the Kylie Minogue,Elizabeth Hurley and Kirstie Allsopp Collections says, ‘Youdon’t even need to step out of the bedroom this Christmas.Make sure you have got some gorgeous bed linen with apile of sumptuous, squashy cushions and throws, so that

you can be comfortably settled for the entire festiveseason. Choose tactile fabrics, such as satins and velvetsor wrap yourself in the comfort of 100 per cent cotton.Surrounded with some good books, music and candles –plus side tables to accommodate nibbles and drinks, and you can create a room filled with an aura of comfort andtranquility. Plus, with that added touch of luxury and you won’t be moving out until New Year’s Day!’FEATURE JANE GRAINING

‘Make sure you’ve got some gorgeous bed linenwith a pile of sumptuous, squashy cushions.’



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A New Year, A New Kitchen



COMFORTZONE

WARM KITCHENS • INDULGENT LUXURY ACCESSORIES

TEXTURED FLOORING • EARTHY TONED INSPIRATION

RUSTIC FINISHES • TACTILE NATURAL FEEL BATHROOMS

22-PAGE SPECIAL GUIDE



WINTER WARMERS

Curl up by the fire with indulgent texturesPHOTOS DARREN CHUNG STYLIST MARISA DALY STYLE EDITOR ANNA MORLEY



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COMFORTSPECIAL

Left (left to right): Bronte herringbone throw, £79, John Lewis. Aran

Knit House socks, £29, Toast. Fairfax rattan basket, £99, OKA. Made

in England Coffee wool throw, £69, Rockett St. George. Burford

French style leather and oakarmchair, £1,390, OKA. De La Cuona

Soft Earth Karoocushion, £215, Occa-Home. Hayden checked

throw cushion, £325, Ralph Lauren Home. Savona brass floor

lamp, £576, Vaughan. Vintage 500 series telephone, £115, Pedlars.

Birchvotive, £8, Rowen & Wren. Classic wood candlestick, £35,

Amara. Gwyneth teacup and saucer, £90, Ralph Lauren Home.

Barton nesting tables, £279 for a set of two, Marks & Spencer. Hemprug, £140, Amara. Reindeerhide, £145, Toast.

Above (top to bottom): Butterscotch leather notebooks, £45, Noble

Macmillan. Breckenridge throw pillow, £235, Ralph Lauren Home.

Tonal mohair woolcushion cover, £59, Toast. Melin Tregwynt

Casablanca orangecushion, £50, Heal’s. Achray neutral cushion,

£65, Amara. Elham Selvedge Edge linen

cushion, £46, Rowen & Wren.

Above right (from background): Lambswool tweed throw, £150,

Johnstons of Elgin. Patxi fur blanket, £180, Zara Home. De La Cuona

leather trimmed tartan throw, £372, Occa-Home. Light greypin

stripe throw, £85, Bottle Green Homes. Double handle storage

basket, £69, andsheepskin, £99, both Toast.

WRAP YOURSELF

IN COMFORT WITH

NATURAL MATERIALS,WOOL, OAK AND LEATHER

– GIVING YOUR HAVEN

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COMFORTSPECIAL

Above (worktop left to right): Linen napkin, £8, Rowen & Wren.

Gregor horn bowl, £40, Ralph Lauren Home. Raw Prints

Collection paper board sheep print, £POA, MC Designs.

Glossy Sand Hana mugandwooden saucer, £18, Rowen

& Wren. Twisted handle teaspoon, £26 for 24-piece set, OKA.

Right (back wall): Strap breadboard, £38, Rowen & Wren. Acacia

breadboard, £18, John Lewis. Crimond tartan tray, £22, Johnstons

of Elgin. (On worktop): Washed linen napkins, £10 each, Toast.

Wood tea strainer, £26, John Lewis. Tartan teacup and saucer,

£9, Zara Home. Hanna teapotandsaucer, £78, Rowen & Wren.



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COMFORTSPECIAL

Left (left to right): Vintage silver plated tray, £40; Dartington

Exmoor decanter; £99; Vintage crystal cut champagne glasses,

£80 for a set of six; Crystal cut whisky glasses, £75 for a set of six;

Cocktail shaker, £50, all Bottle Green Homes. Vache horn tealight

holder, £18, Amara. Kinsale side table, £99, Heal’s.

(Background): ICBWS-30Wine storage, £POA, Sub-Zero.

Above (clockwise): Tartanblue dessert plate, £8, Zara Home. Washed

linen napkin, £10, Toast. Crimond tartan side plates in Clover, £13

each, Johnstons of Elgin. Meridian teaspoons, £2 each, Robert Welch.Gwyneth horn dinner plate, £60, at Ralph Lauren Home. Purple

tartandessert plate, £8; Purple sofa saucer, £9

with tea cup, Zara Home. Ancient tartan tray, £73, Amara.

Above right (top to bottom): Original Burgundyphoto album,

£110; Leather Marlborough Butterscotchphoto album, £105, both

Noble Macmillan. Crimond tartan ribbon keepsake box, £29,

Johnstons of Elgin. Marlborough landscape leather Butterscotch

photo album, £120; Marlborough landscape leather Mossphoto

album, £120, both Noble Macmilan. Cable knit cashmere throw,

£560, Ralph Lauren Home. For all stockists, see page 130.

Location thanks: Sub-Zero & Wolf, Knightsbridge Showroom, London.

SIT BY THE HEARTH

ENJOYING A RELAXED

AFTERNOON TEA OR AWARMING HOT TODDY

WITH STYLISH TARTANS

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WARM SPECIAL

The sound of crackling wood, natural textures and splashes of richcolour will all conjure a feeling of cosiness in the heart of your home

Whether or not there has been a

sprinkling of snow outside,

there’s nothing like stepping

indoors out of the chilly winter

weather into a kitchen that warms your heart.

Hot drinks and wholesome snacks form the

perfect antidote to frosty winter days, making

the kitchen your first retreat. And with the

festive season still in full swing it makes it all the

more important to create a cosy and appealing

aura that will make guests feel at home too.

STOVES

Stoves are perfect for gently radiating warmth

throughout the whole house and it’s at this time

of year that they really come into their own.

This type of fire not only blends comfortably

into both modern and traditional homes, but

they also work really well in open-plan layouts

that segue into living or dining spaces. In

new-build projects, installing a double-sided

fireplace that has one side facing the kitchen and

the other side open to the living-dining area is

becoming increasingly popular. Look at models

from specialists such as Morsø ( pictured ),

Diligence, The Platonic Fireplace Company and

Acquisitions for high performance fires

that perfectly marry practicality with beauty.

Loop log holder, £94, and 7642

Stove, £2,318, both Morsø

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AboveBloom Collection Terra flooring in

natural cork, from £67 per sq. m, Granorte.

Contemporary range cookers now combine

traditional cast-iron beauty with innovative

features such as multi-functional and

independently programmable ovens. Providing

the finishing touch to any family or buddingchef’s kitchen, there’s also a variety of shades,

shapes and sizes for complete flexibility to fit

in any scheme. The latest designs blend in with

steel and enamelled range cookers and other

appliances, and of course, when alight they will

add not just physical warmth, but a colourful

glow as well. With a choice of electric, gas, oil,

fuel or wood burning ovens there’s something

for everyone and for all styles of cooking.

WARM FLOORING

Kitchens can feel as warm as toast, thanks

to hi-tech triple glazing, underfloor heating

and high specification insulation.

The type of flooring you choose has a

massive effect on the overall look and feel in

your kitchen, and an obvious suggestion is to

avoid harsh, reflective tiles and to select rich

wood-tone flooring, timber or natural stone

flags. Either can be used with underfloor heating,

and whether your preference is for dry or wet

heating systems, there will be something to

suit. Harvey Booth, Sales & Marketing Director

at Kahrs UK Ltd, emphasises that ‘rich toned

timber really brings a kitchen alive and createsa real feeling of warmth. It also provides a

fabulous backdrop to contrasting modern

kitchens and furnishings, allowing them to

stand out without looking stark’.

Cork flooring is making a comeback and

has superior thermal properties so it’s great for

creating a cosy atmosphere – it is also suitable

to use with underfloor heating.



WARM SPECIAL

USING TEXTURE

Texture will add interesting layers and help

balance out angled edges of worktops, cabinetry

and appliances. Wood has always been a

traditional choice for cabinetry and can provide

texture through the type of grain you choose,

whether you go for a distressed or classic look.

Units made from maple will provide a relatively

smooth grain and the rich tones of real

timber or laminate wood effects will instantly

take the cool edge off a white scheme bycreating an interesting contrast.

When considering finishes for fixtures and

fittings, it’s good to steer away from polished

chrome and stainless steel as the reflective

surfaces can feel cold. Instead, opt for

aesthetically pleasing ceramic sinks and matt-

finish faucets which radiate a natural charm.

You can also offset a kitchen’s hard look with

an inviting dining area including luxurious

upholstered dining chairs in leather, suede or

natural fabrics. Soft furnishings, as their name

implies, will often add warmth to a scheme.

Plump cushions, warm throws and tablecloths

are simple but effective choices. If you have a

period property or interesting features, such as a

brickwork wall or wooden beams, you can make

the most of these by keeping them exposed –

natural textures have an imperfect look which

will bring out the character of your home.

AboveThe Linear kitchen comes ready to be

primed and painted in your choice of colour,

prices start from £17,000, Harvey Jones.

High gloss lacquered RemoAlabaster kitchen with bambooworksurfaces, priced from£10,000, Second Nature.

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WORKING WITH COLOUR

Working in harmony with texture, rich warmcolours can promote a feeling of comfort

and they often work well as accent hues to

create depth. Hot, Mediterranean colours such

as red, orange, yellow, deep pink and burgundy

are believed to be both stimulating and

soothing for our emotions. Rob Whitaker,

Brand Director at Fired Earth comments,

‘Layering colours and textures will create a

really inviting scheme. Colourful cabinetry is

the perfect foil for rich but subtle paint, tiles

and accessories, while wooden or earthy-toned

cabinetry forms a versatile backdrop to vibrant

splashbacks or mood-enhancing paint colours

such as Fired Earth’s Festival Orange and Race

Yellow. Paint is particularly easy and

inexpensive to change so be bold with colour

and you’ll be amazed how your kitchen

instantly feels warmer and more welcoming.’

Repetition of colour or pattern in

accessories and furnishings is a great way to

tie a room together. Choose two or three key

accent shades and pick them out in your

choice of blinds, table linen, cushions,

crockery or splashback tiles, for example.

Top Cotignac tiles in Moutarde,

£299 per sq. m, Fired Earth.

Top right Parapan cabinetry with

timber veneers and red splashback,

from around £30,000, Mowlem & Co.

Above National Trust emulsion paint

range, £35 for 2.5 litres, Fired Earth.

‘Hot colours are thought to be stimulating and soothing for our emotions and they

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LET THERE BE LIGHT

Even on the coldest of winter days, the beauty of

the sun shining through your kitchen windows is

always going to put a smile on your face. Letting

natural light in is the best way to create a

welcoming and spacious feeling in any room, but

it’s perhaps the most important in the kitchen.

Good lighting is a key element in adding

warmth and conviviality to the kitchen. It is

important for preparation areas as well as for

creating a relaxing ambience for serving and

entertaining guests in. Naturally space-

enhancing, lighting can make rooms look bigger

and brighter. If you’re buying a new kitchen, lookfor designs that come with built-in lights, for

example cooker hoods and cupboards. Ensure

that you have a high level of task lighting at

the sink, the oven and worktops especially.

When it comes to creating ambience, it’s

difficult to under-estimate the difference that

dimmer controls and sparkling pendants can

make. Joe Burns, co-founder of Oliver Burns

comments, ‘There is no reason why you can’t

play with different lighting settings and styles

in the kitchen. Dimmer switches and mood

lighting will create warmth especially if you

have an eat-in kitchen or a breakfast bar. You

can create a lighting plan that creates a natural

sociable gathering point. If you have an island

in your kitchen, consider a grand lighting

statement that you’d usually reserve for the

living room or the bedroom – a chandelier,

for example will emit a naturally warmer

light than harsher, overhead lighting.’

So, from choosing modern finishes and

a mixture of textures to setting the right

atmosphere, you can ensure that your kitchen

is everyone’s favourite gathering spot.

‘Your choice of lighting canmake rooms of all shapes and sizes

look bigger and brighter.’

Top left Bocci 28 Series Cluster pendants,

£369 each, Holloways of Ludlow.

Left Vintage colander lights, £48 each, RE.

Above Bespoke wenge and Indian rosewood

kitchen, from around £80,000, Evitavonni.

OppositeWarm tones of timber combine with

a gold-leaf ceiling and sparkling chandelier.

Featuring Boffi cabinetry, £POA, Oliver Burns.

Left to right: Copper Pear pendant, £100,

Heal’s. Davey Factory copper celing light,

£360, John Lewis. Grand Paris pendant

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DOWN TO

EARTH Achieve a contemporary,country look with naturalmaterials and rustic touches

FURNITURE FINISHES

Emphasise the link between raw, textural finishes and modern

furniture. Use timber cabinetry with tactile work surfaces,

or include a simple set of tables with chairs or benches. There

are several opportunities to use rough-hewn elements in the

kitchen, now a very modern look, a million miles away from

the yellowy-pine of years ago – tones tend to be moving into

the grey-neutral spectrum, with planked-effect construction.

If you can get your hands on a well-worn butcher’s block to

use as a work station, so much the better – look in salvage

yards and antique markets for one of a kind pieces to treasure.

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COMFORTSPECIAL

1The classic Milton kitchen painted in Stone with natural oak is set in a solid timber frame, prices start from £13,000, Second Nature2Combining country

style with the essence of urban life, the City.Country.02 kitchen in Titan Oak with veneered cabinets is priced from £20,000, SieMatic 3 Inspired by

aerodynamic forms, the Wing Island kitchen from Metris has Zebrano wall cabinets contrasting with light wood flooring and exposed brick. Prices start

from £20,0004Wood grains create a stunning effect in both modern and traditional spaces. Modulnova’s Light kitchen has a raw oak veneer work surface

in Carbon, prices start from £25,000, DesignSpaceLondon5For rustic appeal, incorporate vintage-style furniture and l ighting such as the Colorado dining

table, £1,999; Bench, £1,115; Elbert dining chairs with padded seats, £315 each; Titan pendant light, £239, all Barker & Stonehouse. For stockists, see page 130

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WALLS

Earthy shades can be a perfect backdrop if you’re going for

a very traditional look, perhaps in a period home. However,

if you want a more current take on natural shades, think

about pale and fresh greens or rich ivories that err on the

grey side, rather than towards the Victorian yellowy creams

and beiges. Mauves, heathers and plums can add a moderntwist as well – think of a matt, tweed-influenced colour

palette. Kitchen designers love the contrast of a slick, modern

kitchen in a classic setting and this can work well, especially

if original period architectural details are still present.

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1Paint a feature wall with the Dulux Lime Squeeze matt emulsion to create a subtle earthy feel. It’s priced £24 for 2.5 litres 2The One kitchen by Schiffini

includes cabinets, work surfaces and splashbacks in white glass to contrast with vivid green walls, kitchens start from £25,000, DesignSpaceLondon

3Creating a natural hue for walls, the Mosaico Sybar tiles in Iris are available from Saloni and cost from around £36 per sq. m 4The handmade Moustier

tiles, shown in Alpine, will give an ambient feel to any scheme. Also available in Lime Green and Ocean Green, they are priced from £250 per sq. m, Fired

Earth5A simple solution to decorating, Easipanel wall paneling in timber-textured MDF is ready to paint and available in 3ft and 5 ft heights. Prices start

from £8 per 516mm width, Howdens 6 Inspiring a light and fresh feel, Pea Green and Eau-de-Nil Absolute Matt Emulsion, £30 for 2.5 litres, are

well-matched with soft woods. Cabinets are in Cricket White Intelligent Eggshell, £41 for 2.5 litres, all Little Greene. For stockists, see page 130.

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Solid surface material with the look of stone, or even real

stone basins are a popular choice, offering a practical and

realistic way of introducing tactile and natural materials into

the bathroom. Timber cabinetry, as with kitchens, also brings

in a neutral angle, and slightly textured wood surfaces are

often a lot more forgiving than glossy lacquers and laminates.

For a real back to nature feel, think about a solid teak or iroko

Japanese-style tub, or one of the latest wooden basins.

SURFACES

With the latest powerful showers featuring a strong spray,

it’s important to protect exposed surfaces. Tiled splashbacks

are a reliable choice for behind the basin and in the shower

area. For flooring, choose rigid vinyl tiles, planks or ceramic

tiles with the appearance of wood. Plus, to create a fully-clad

look for counter tops, walls and floors, look at solid surface

materials and quartz tiles in soft neutral colours like

mushroom, grey-beige and soft, mossy greens.

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1A stunning walk-in shower bath and screen in glass and Hardlite with integrated paneling for a seamless look. Prices start from around £7,593, from the

Elle range by Glass Idromassaggio, as shown 2A modern modular design with Dogi Fontane units in ash, this furniture range is available in a variety of

finishes for you to choose from, including greys and whites. From £1,370, C.P. Hart.3 Incorporate a clean, simple touch with the white porcelain My Nature

basin in high quality Ceramicplus with Castanea finish, from £643, Villeroy & Boch4The streamlined Living City wash basin has a useful ceramic shelf and

drawers, prices start from £464, Laufen 5An interesting shape gives this wooden monolith a truly natural look. Bring the outside into your bathroom

with the freestanding Iroko basin, available in a choice of wall mounted or floor mounted taps, priced from £3,654, Galassia. For stockists, see page 130.

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TAPS & FITTINGS

As with kitchens, there’s delight and surprise with contrasting

styles and the desire to create a modern country bathroom

can accommodate beautiful, elegant taps and fittings. The

‘country’ element can be enhanced by use of materials that

connect with your home’s surroundings. Chrome or steel

brassware and white sanitaryware is a simple choice, or use

rich timber finishes for cabinetry. Consider textured wall

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The choices are endless with real woods, stone, engineered

flooring and very effective rigid or cushioned luxury vinyls

incoporating stone and wood features. Flooring is often one

of the biggest surfaces, visually speaking, in the kitchen andbathroom, and can literally ground the scheme. The

advantage of choosing earthy, natural tones, colours and

textures for flooring is that it’s an investment buy, and it

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‘Natural flooring will tie your scheme together and

stand the test of time.’

1From the Custom Concept range, the Saw Mill Oak flooring with transverse

band saw marks can be left untreated or treated as required. It’s priced from

£76 per sq. m, Junckers2The Indigenous Flagstones Collection includes

these Shire tumbled stone tiles, from £58 per sq. m 3Series 10mm laminate

in Harvest Oak with beveled edges, from £12 per sq. m, UK Flooring Direct

4From the latest Tileworks collection, the Original Style Coliseum White

porcelain floor tiles are priced from £35 per sq. m 5For a real wood effect,

choose the Arles one-strip flooring in oak from the Provence Collection,

from £67 per sq m, Kahrs. For stockists, see page 130.

But they don’t. So we don’t

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KITCHEN&BATHROOM

GALLERY



R IGHT LINESContemporary and sleek, thehandleless Hi Line 6 kitchen by

Dada has a streamlined feel. It’s designedin Silice matt lacquer, a quartzite worksurface with Thyme finish and a dark elm

wooden counter. Prices start from £35,000.



F IRST LIGHTCreate a cool, crisp look and feel with

ALNO’s latest Vetrina kitchen in UltraWhite. The clean finish and simple lines arestriking against the natural oak shingle veneerof the Vintucina finish. Prices start from £15,000.



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MODERN SIMPLICITY Elegant design, fluid shapes and rawmaterials are key to the new 100 Series

of brassware by Rubinetterie Zazzeri. Designedin Italy, it’s available in a variety of shapes andfinishes including brushed and chromed steel.It’s priced from £130 for the Lavabo tap.



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ESSENTIAL NEWS & EVENTS

Copenhagenbookcase, £749,Sainsbury’s.

The latest launches and inspiration-packed

events, sure to whet your design appetite

DESIGN NEWS

SPARKLINGSENSATION

This sleek instant boiling water tap

offers more than first meets the eye...Behind its iconic design, the SparklingHydroTap is poised to deliver a refreshing

twist to your drinks. At the touch of a lever, itnot only dispenses instant boiling or chilledfiltered water, but now offers sparkling filteredwater too. This useful addition to a tried andtested appliance adds a sparkle to wines, spirits,cordial, fruit juices and much more. Availablefrom leading kitchen showrooms and retailers

nationwide, prices start from around £2,995. zipindustries.co.uk/zip-hydrotap.

MODERN MEETS RETRODefined by its floating curved-end cabinets, Air isthe new handleless design by Devol. The cuttingedge rolled aluminium and rivet detailing on thelaminated oak frame was inspired by iconic 20thCentury classics such as Marc Newson’sLockheed chair. Air is designed to be f lexible withboth fixed and freestanding units or shelves, andit is available in a choice of 10 shades, from plainwhite, natural blues and greys to more vibranthues. Choose from four worktop options –Silestone, Carrara marble, oak or black granite.devolkitchens.co.uk.

MIDCENTURY CHARMWhen we first eyed Sainsbury’sCopenhagen oak furniture collection,we instantly fell in love with thisbookcase. Why not be creative and useit as a dresser to display your favouriterecipe books? Its drawers could evenprovide a home for your most-lovedcutlery. Plus, look out for the brandnew range of cookware (shown above),available from March onwards. Pricesstart from £40 for Cook’s Collection

matt black cast iron casserole dish. sainsburys.co.uk.

STEPPING STONEStriking with a rich dark appeal, PierreVictoire Historique flooring is madefrom newly quarried stone, but is givenexquisite charm by an exceptionalantique patina. Paris Ceramics has joined forces with bespoke surfacespecialistsDe Ferranti to create thiselegant limestone. Available in antique,honed or polished finishes, prices startfrom £222 per sq. m. parisceramics.com.

Shelf cabinets shown,£2,320; Base units, from£760; Kitchens startfrom £25,000.



DIARY DATESHOME SHOW 2013If you’re on the look out for aquirky house gift, you won’twant to miss this event. Set topresent the hottest line-up of international companies andcreative homegrown talent,Home 2013 will be 45 per centbigger than 2012 to showcasebrands including Marimekko,Ella Doran, Jonathan Adler,LSA and Skandium.home-london.net .WHEN? 13th - 15th JanuaryWHERE? Earl’s Court 2, London

LIVING KITCHEN 2013Celebrities team up withwell-known chefs for excitingdemonstrations in the‘Cooktainment’zone at thisdesign-ledkitchen show.With plenty tosee, the showwill be roundedoff by a seriesof talks on thelatest and futurekitchen trends.livingkitchen-cologne.com.WHEN? 18th - 20th JanuaryWHERE? Imm ExhibitionCentre, Cologne, Germany

DECORATIVEANTIQUES ANDTEXTILES FAIR Banish your winter blues and

discover statement accessoriesand truly original furniturepieces. ‘Putting on the Glitz’ isthe theme of this year’s foyerdisplay which will draw you into the Hollywood style of the1920s and 30s. Or, why not goall out glam with the glitteringwaterfall chandeliers, mirroreditems or luxurious satin?decorativefair.com.WHEN? 22nd-27th JanuaryWHERE? Battersea Evolution(The Marquee), Battersea Park,London, SW11

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Do you choose fabric conditioner for thefragrance it leaves on your clothes rather

than the softness? Now you can have greatsmelling clothes without conditioner with therevolutionary Heatpump tumble dryer from

Miele. Fragranced Flacons, available in three freshscents including Aqua, Cocoon and Nature, fit

into a specially designed holder in the doorfilter allowing warm air to pass through,

leaving a beautiful fragrance on yourgarments. Prices start from £1,149 for

the T8866 WP Flacon tumbledryer.miele.co.uk .

There’s no excuse tohide your vintage wine

away with a Liebherr next generation wine

cabinet. Storing 35 percent more bottles, the

range is the first tofeature the new

statutory energy ratinglabel. Top models have

added temperaturezones to chill your wineat anywhere between 5

and 20 degrees. With anarray of finishes from

sleek black to metallicbronze and streamlined

square doors, thesecabinets promise to

enhance any scheme.Prices start from £868

for a wine cabinet with134 litre capacity which

holds 66 bottles.wine.liebherr.co.uk.

Melamine bread bin,£50, Joseph Joseph.Utensils Holder,£35, Sparrow & Finch.Cast Iron casserole dish,from £99, Le Creuset.

TrendOn

‘BLUM’-ING MARVELLOUSWhether you’re carving the Christmasturkey or simply preparing a deliciousSunday roast, it’s essential to have the

right tools for the job. So impressedby the design, weight and blade edgeof the knives made by Japanese

knife brand called Tojiro, HestonBlumenthal has given them his stamp

of approval. Working closely withGrunwerg, Heston has developed a

range of kitchen knives with a three-layer blade made from the finest steel

– enough to impress any keen cook!Prices start at £20. tojiro.co.uk.

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TEXTILE HEAVENInspiration for decorating cancome from all different places– often from somewherecompletely unexpected.We think the new Gan Rugsdesigned by Gandía Blasco,will visually complete a roomor provide a great starting pointto pick out an accent colour foryour scheme. The new designsfeature bold graphic patternsand colour combinations. Pricesstart from £399 for the Canadarug by Gandía Blasco (shown).wovenground.com.

PERSONAL TOUCHHave you ever wanted to really stamp an individual style

on your bedroom? Now you can, with the innovativeYouCreate sliding wardrobe doors which allow you to

pick anything from a snapshot from your wedding day to your favourite family holiday photos to display. This is a

great way to create a focal point and give your room acontemporary designer edge. With the Sharps online

application you can simply upload your chosen photo,select the door configuration you want and see how your

wardrobes can be transformed. Prices for a fully fittedSharps bedroom start from £1,800, including design,manufacture, delivery and installation. sharps.co.uk.

HOW VERY TWEE!We’ve recently discovered new company, Tweed Lounge, andhave fallen in love with the beautiful design-led soft furnishings.A sophisticated combination of chalk pin-stripes, Herringboneweaves and dogtooth checks is complemented with leather,suede and a muted colour palette of homely charcoal greys andsoft taupes. Handcrafted in Yorkshire from locally woven wools,

you can choose from three distinctive collections: Park Square,Wharfdale and Ripley – or treat yourself to somethingbespoke and custom made. Prices start from £30 for a wooldoorstop with an embossed leather strap. tweedlounge.co.uk.

TOUCH OF LUXURYCold winter evenings call for cosy evenings in front of the fire withthe curtains closed. So, block out drafts with a velvet curtain or panelwhich will add a flutter of opulence. There are plenty of colours tochoose from including Glimmer, Fresh Lilac and Mouse (as shown). With35 new velvets available in three new styles including plain, texturedand crushed, the only tricky part will be deciding which one to go for.Expect to pay from £34 per metre from The Natural Curtain Company.naturalcurtaincompany.co.uk.

BACK TO NATUREPots of Paint is 100 per cent natural paint.

Developed by interior designer andarchitectural historian Edward Bulmer, Pots of

Paint offers glorious natural pigment rich tonesmade with only sustainably produced raw

materials such as plants, minerals, beeswax, milkcasein and linseed oil. They are easy-to-apply

natural emulsion and oil paints which haveno harmful emissions. Prices start from

£25 for 2.5 litres. potsofpaint.com.




IT’S ALL whiteBack with a refreshing makeover, the popular Cult

collection from Villeroy & Boch has a new modernmatt white finish. Combining clear lines withrounded details and a contemporaryminimalist design, the new colour sitsperfectly with white sanitaryware. Or, whynot create a striking contrast with black fora statement monochrome look? Made fromsolid brass and coated with a stylish mattwhite finish it makes the collection easy toclean and resistant to fingerprints. There’sa wide range of shower systems, taps and

accessories available, with prices startingfrom £420 for the Cult single lever basin mixer.

villeroy-boch.com.

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PURE INDULGENCEFor the ultimate showering experience, you can bringan element of nature and wellness into your bathroomwith beautiful lines and simplicity of design. Made from astunning hollowed brass bar, the new Ametis column

fromGraff is equipped with a chromo therapy systemwith RGB LED lighting within the ring featuring blue,green, red and white colours. Its continuous streamlinestyle, designed by Davide Oppizzi, uniquely representsthe movement and expression of water. graff-faucets.com.

Optimum performance and keywater saving features make this

shower stand out from the crowd.Methven’sbrand new Waipori Collection

boasts Satinjet technology which usestwin-jets of water that collide, producing

thousands of tiny droplets for an invigoratingexperience. The modern chrome finish and

attractive tapering lines, distinctive arcsand subtly rounded faces all characterise

the tapware and showering range.methven.com/uk.

STAND-OUT

styleIt looks like it issuspended in mid-air,but the panels of thisshower enclosureare seamlessly heldtogether using a clearbond that is stronger

than the glass itself.You can get this on-trend frameless look inyour bathroom withthe new UV BondedCollection from Merlyn Showering.Prices start from £1,764.merlynshowering.com.

Ametis WT Whiteshower with RGB LEDthermostatic set,£14,260, Graff.

HOT OFFTHE PRESS

TrendOn

TILE SENSATIONRipples has tipped natural

materials, interestingtextures and wood finishes

as the top bathroom tiletrends for 2013. If you are

looking for inspiration,take note that light anddark woods are rapidly

replacing high glossfinishes and part tiling isbecoming a strong stylewith splashbacks being

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he interior of every house orapartment has a history – what is yours? Discover the schemesassembled and dreamt up by artists,

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Books have been surpassed by iPads and Kindles untilnow. Stuff: The M(Group) Guide has its very owninteractive supplement that you can access with a freeapp and simply scan the topic pages where you’ll belinked to resources, links and dealers. Delve into thehomes of collectors and a world of art and boldness!

Capturing the essence of Piet Boon Styling brand, wifeand creative director Karin Meyn will guide you to theright feeling for a particular space and the peoplewho will use it. Complete with colour, material anddecorative moodboards, this lavishly illustrated bookis set to define how to achieve harmony in every room.

With so many books offering very general designadvice, it is refreshing to have such a specialist tome as200 Tips for Kitchens and Bathrooms. You spend moremoney on these rooms than any other in the house, sothorough research really is vital. True to its name, thereis an abundance of advice to get you on your first step.

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Floriture 0845 689 9884floriture.comFranke 01614 366280franke.co.ukFrom The Wilde 07872 747117fromthewilde.com

G Gaggenau 0844 892 9026gaggenau.co.ukGalassia 0039 0761 573134ceramicagalassia.itGarden Trading 0845 608 4448gardentrading.co.ukGeberit 0800 077 8365geberit.co.ukGlass Idromassaggioglassidromassaggio.itGorenje 020 8247 3980gorenje.co.ukGranorte 01785 711131

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H Habitat 0844 499 1111habitat.co.ukHalcyon Interiors 020 7486 3080halcyoninteriors.comHarvey Jones 0800 389 6938harveyjones.comHeal’s 0870 024 0780heals.co.ukHelen Turkington 020 7228 9435helenturkington.co.ukHeritage Bathrooms 0844 701 8501heritagebathrooms.comHolloways of Ludlow 020 7602 5757hollowaysofludlow.comHotel Astoria 00 800 7666 6667hotelastoria.comHowdens howdens.comHülsta 020 7908 3970

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Z Zara Home 020 7432 0040zarahome.comZita Elze 020 8940 0040zitaelze.com

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art in Milan and New York. Shelaunched her first range of rugsand textiles in 1996 and nowdesigns for The Rug Company. Shehas recently collaborated withMade.com to produce an armchairin one of her signature fabrics.Born in Turin, she moved toLondon following her marriage todesigner Ashley Hicks, son of Interior Designer David Hicks andgrandson of Lord Mountbatten.

Allegra still lives in London with the couple’s two daughters, Angelica, 20, and Ambrosia, 15.

What is your favourite room?My dining room. I radicallychanged it a year-and-a-half ago,covering the walls in raw silkand having it embroidered withbeaded roses. The fireplace isactually made of MDF but Ipainted it with layers of oilpaint to give this marble effect.

What is your kitchen style?The kitchen I have designedat my other home in Naples

is quite decorative. There is an18th century console with mirrorand lots of glass and I’ve used anold table and combined it with wicker Pantone chairs.

What made you decide to paredown your business?I wasn’t well a couple of years agoand it led me to re-evaluate. I let goof many of the unimportant anduninteresting stresses and decidedto focus on the element I love most which is the design. I am so lucky

because I get up in the morningand I love what I do and loving your work is heaven.

Have you ever designedfurniture before?I did the little table and consolesin my home years ago. I decided todo a chair in my fabric designbecause everyone needs a smallarmchair that can be tucked awayin a corner of the house. I like therounded shape – inspired by a GioPonti sofa – because, like my

fabrics, it doesn’t pinpoint aspecific period and fits anywhere.

What is your colour palette?Organic colours are my signaturestyle – blues and greens; neutral without being beige. I love watercolours and all mydesigns begin life that way.

Should design be expensive?Good design is good design andis nothing to do with price. If youthink about it, product designevolved after the industrialrevolution to provide massproduced furniture for people who could not afford antiques orhandmade one-off items.

Some of my favourite items inmy home, like a stool in my sittingroom or coloured glasses in mykitchen, were finds in randomshops and markets.

Are you an internet junkie?I love using the internet forresearch but I don’t tweet. I takepictures and do Instagram. I thinkin images, so it feels natural toexpress myself in pictures.

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find most inspiring?India. I went there on myhoneymoon for the first time andremember feeling completely athome. People there live very closeto one another and the senses areheightened. The aesthetic is very inspiring, the history isfascinating and the philosophyeven more so –I also adore thecombination of new and old inIstanbul and the beautiful textiles.

English or Italian?

My work ethic is Anglo-Saxon butmy upbringing and sensibility isItalian. I came here in my earlytwenties and learned how to dressin London. Everyone says Italiansdress well but they dress veryconventionally; people in Londonare much more original. Thereis an edge of eccentricity anduniqueness that I value andunderstand and has becomea part of my way of life.allegrahicks.com

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