For our series following wellness in interiors, SBID spoke with Interior Architect and Creative Director, Ann-marie Weekes, who’s extensive 17-year career in Interior Design and Architecture saw her amongst William Russell’s Architectural team designing Alexander McQueen’s international boutiques; working on multi-million pound projects from M&S’s environmentally sustainable flagship store in Cheshire Oaks, to Dunhill’s grade 2 listed Bourdon House in Mayfair. She also works very closely with the Orassy in London, who have an Integrative Medical Doctor and health practitioners who seek to understand the complex nature of ill health, whether it be mental, physical, emotional or environmental. With experience in both the interiors and the wellness sectors, Ann-marie shared her thoughtful perspective on introducing concepts of wellness and interior wellbeing into the designs of our homes to in turn, help us improve and remove toxicity from our modern day lifestyles. . .
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This week’s instalment of the #SBIDinspire interior design series features an imposing, new build ‘Manor House’ style country home which married together a traditional façade with a contemporary and sumptuous interior, comprising of over 9,239 square feet of living space. Oakeve Interiors were involved in every aspect of the interior design of Hurlingham in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire. This magnificent residence of grand proportions effortlessly combined opulence with practicality and comfort, responding directly to the design brief. The integration of sensible, user-friendly technologies, combined with a luxurious interiors scheme, which included statement pieces of iconic artwork and sculptures, created a home that sold to clients that bought into the ‘aspirational lifestyle choice’ and purchased Hurlingham with the full show home interiors package. The purchasers described Hurlingham as “the luxurious home that they had always dreamed of owning.”
Company: Oakeve Interiors
Project: Hurlingham
Project Location: Beaconsfield, United Kingdom
What was the client’s brief?
The design brief was to translate ideas and specifications of the developer client into a stunning interiors scheme, engendering an ‘aspirational family lifestyle’ choice, whilst balancing this with the need to adhere to a strict budget.
What inspired the design of the project?
The traditional ‘Manor House’ façade of Hurlingham distinguishes itself from neighbouring properties, creating a statement, luxury residence on one of the most exclusive residential roads in Buckinghamshire. The property’s statuesque façade provided inspiration to the interiors scheme, as an opulent scheme was needed to reflect the grandeur of the property’s exterior.
What was the toughest hurdle your team overcame during the project?
Within the Kitchen design, ensuring connectivity within the large, open plan space to allow for cooking, dining and relaxation areas was a key and challenging aspect of the project.
This was successfully realised by utilising a combination of luxury, state-of-the-art appliances, with generous circulation spaces and a large, but proportionate, kitchen island, resulting in the cooking area being perfectly sized for the room proportions.
Bespoke, individually commissioned furniture in a complementary high gloss, bird’s eye maple veneer to the Kitchen cabinetry was designed for the Breakfast Area and Family Room to ensure design continuity, creating a sumptuous, seamless flow within this capacious open-plan living space. In addition, to further enforce this association, a complementary amethyst and smoked grey colour palette was utilised throughout.
What was your team’s highlight of the project?
Hurlingham married the finest handcrafted materials with state-of-the-art technology and unparalleled attention-to-detail, creating a luxurious show home, meeting the brief and providing the client with a unique, very saleable asset. One of our highlights came upon successfully answering the design brief and handing over the project to the developer client as the property sold within two weeks of its official launch and within 5% of the £6 million guide price, along with the full interior design scheme.
Why did you enter the SBID International Design Awards?
The SBID International Design Awards are very prestigious and revered accolades that set the industry benchmark for acclaimed, skilful interior design and architecture across the globe. They acknowledge the passion, commitment and hard work by individuals and organisations alike, attaining recognition and respect from our peers and within the interior and architectural industry as a whole.
Questions answered by Iona Newton, Director of Interior Design at Oakeve Interiors.
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Oakeve Interiors | SBID International Design Awards 2018
Now in it’s eighth year, designjunction, the curated exhibition of cutting-edge design held between 20 – 23 September, is set across three exciting venues located in the cultural hub of London’s South Bank; you can expect to discover 200 international brands and boutique shops, hundreds of product launches, outdoor installations, major brand activations, as well as delicious pop-up eateries and bars. Like the sound of that? Well, luckily for SBID Members, we have secured a limited number of VIP Platinum Passes exclusively for our members to enjoy the VIP treatment!
With the Platinum Pass you can enjoy: • Entry to the VIP Party on Wednesday 19th September • Unlimited access to the show during open hours • Free guided tour of the show, available daily from the press office
The Doon Street site – the largest super-structure ever built by designjunction – will feature up to 200 design brands and pop-up shops across the furniture, lighting and retail sectors. The Riverside Walkway will showcase a series of outdoor installations, whilst Oxo Tower Wharf and Bargehouse will host brand activations, talks, exhibitions and experiential events.
On the first floor of the Doon Street site, STILL BY FORM is a unique restaurant installation designed with a palette of harmonious layers of colours and texture to provide a setting for quiet contemplation; allowing visitors to disconnect for a moment of observation and reflect away from the bustle of the show.
Curated by design consultancy and procurement specialists BY FORM, the pop-up restaurant serves as a backdrop for exciting interior pieces that are yet to be showcased in the UK. STILL is influenced by simple Danish design and organic Japanese aesthetics, showcasing a selection of hand-picked collaborations with brands and designers. The pop-up restaurant installation features a refined collection of design across lighting, textiles, surfaces and furniture, and new materials, including brands like Anour, &tradition, KABE Copenhagen, Zilenzio and Atkinson & Kirby. The menu will be provided by 26 Grains, from Neil’s Yard London.
STILL utilises Caesarstone‘s newly launched Topus Concrete surface design for the restaurant’s main bar. Developed as part of the Caesarstone design team’s wider exploration of industrial finishes and weathered patinas, Topus Concrete’s gentle linier pattern is reminiscent of Jupiter’s rotating cloud bands, while its warm blush pink colours sit harmoniously within the calming palette used across STILL.
International design brand Gufram will also be presenting its playful Disco Gufram installation on the ground floor of the Doon Street site. Visitors to the show will be able to experience the immersive nightclub-inspired interior, a space intertwined with pop culture from the mid 1960’s, re-thought and re-shaped by Gufram. The Italian manufacturer has collaborated with three design studios on a disco-inspired collection: an extensive collection of sofas by Italian Atelier Biagetti, a series of innovative cabinets by Dutch design collective ROTGANZEN and a colourful range of rugs by French duo GGSV.
At Oxo Tower Wharf and Bargehouse, Swiss furniture manufacturer Vitra will present ‘The Original. About the power of good design’ as part of its international roadshow. The installation focuses on Vitra’s classic and contemporary products, offering insights into the product development processes and recounting the origins and stories behind some of their most recognisable designs.
‘The Original. About the power of good design’ exhibition forms part of Vitra’s ‘The Original’ campaign, communicating Vitra’s commitment to maintaining close relationships with its designers – who are referred to as authors – and the result of these collaborations always being truly original.
Flooring creatives, Bolon will launch nature-inspired collection, Elements, in an exhibition showcasing the company’s commitment to sustainability. Subtle and versatile, the Elements range reflects the textures of the natural environment and is inspired by materials such as linen, oak, ask, cork, birch and marble. The exhibition will highlight Bolon’s two new sustainable initiatives, Closing the Circle and Cradle to Cradle with NoGlue®, and reflect on its history of environmental consciousness which started when its founder, Nils-Erik Eklund began making woven rugs from vinyl waste sourced from a Stockholm factory in 1949.
Urban Roof Gardens, leading design practice creating unique and stylish roof gardens, will bring its new Urban Biophilia concept to the Bargehouse courtyard. Exploring the profound relationship between people and nature, the installation will provide city dwellers with a botanical sanctuary.
Leading bathroom brand VitrA will present its new Plural collection conceived by Milan-based American designer Terri Pecora. Inspired by the heritage of communal bathing spaces and rituals, the range introduces the bathroom as a social hub and informal living environment where people meet and reconnect with themselves and their family.
Lighting manufacturer ANDlight based in Vancouver, Canada, will unveil three new product families – the minimal Array collection and the astral-inspired Orbit light by Lukas Peet and the Vine by Caine Heintzman.
designjunction will see the official launch of the Form sofa family, the latest collection by Icons of Denmark. Bringing Danish design to the UK, the brand will also unveil a new one-seater booth responding to the needs for flexible, but private office furniture solutions.
This year, designjunction will not only be returning with an abundance of the latest design innovations, product launches and trends for the forthcoming year, but will be bringing with it an inspirational troop of thought-provoking outdoor installations on the Riverside Walkway. British designer Steuart Padwick will be among the few to make a dramatic addition to the London skyline during designjunction in support of mental health with his project, Head Above Water. With its panoramic views of St Paul Cathedral and the iconic city skyline, the 9 metre high sculpture on Queen’s Stone jetty is designed to initiate the vital discourse about a topic which is all too often swept under the carpet.
The ‘Head’ is deliberately gender, ethnicity and age neutral and stands as a symbol of hope, bravery, compassion, positivity and change for those who have or are still confronting mental health issues. Steuart Padwick first sculpted a head in clay and then developed the concept into its current form using precision engineered, renewable and sustainable cross-laminated timber panels, provided by Stora Enso. To realise the structure Steuart Padwick worked with structural engineering expertise, Ramboll. It is a model of sustainable, smart design and build.
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This week’s instalment of the #SBIDinspire interior design series features a workplace which intended to create more of a relationship between office spaces and architecture. Colour on the floor and walls was used to create separate working areas and multi-functional areas, while French windows at the culmination of the traffic flow channel the sunshine and green areas to the inside. A sample display area set at the rear gives users a place to meet and discuss. Here, concrete has been used on the surface to create a sense of vastness and space. Throughout the project, materials were selected for their ability to deliver the greatest impact with minimum quantities required. A bookcase brings the two floors harmoniously together; combing the upper and lower bookcases increased the connection between the two floors so that the boundaries between the floors are removed.
Company: Chain10 Architecture & Interior Design Institute
Project: TOPOSITION Construction Office
Project Location: Kaohsiung, Taiwan
TOPOSITION Construction, a subsidiary company, is affiliated with the well-known multinational waste treatment company, Cleanaway Company. The parent company’s business model is international and is dedicated to the disposal of low-pollution waste. The client has lofty moral and aesthetic standards, and the requirements for work is not only the control of costs, but also the spirit of entrepreneurship; to want to give back to the people of their hometown. They insist on setting the headquarters of the group in this small city of Gangshan District.
Geometry and vertical style designs create an extreme vision and atmosphere. Hopefully it is not only a working space, but also a space with resonance between people and bold architectural elements.
Originally, the plan is not related to the curved wall at the entrance on the exterior architecture; however, based on the idea of creating more co-ordination between the space and the architecture this became an important consideration. The original arrangement were all atrium type spaces, so how to use this to create that connection is what I needed to think about.
The curved wall at the entrance hall is created to connect the office’s entrance hall and headquarters’ lobby by using stone materials to extend interior space from outdoors. The glass wall to the curved stone wall reduces the external interference. The new stone wall extends the original arc of the building, and enhances the interest and coordination of the space.
The side entrance breaks the original pattern and makes the buffer for the original route in the space. As the original arrangement was all atrium spaces, we transform the office area into an atrium, so that there is only a difference of one floor, and you will first see the ground level before the second level. The space converges and then opens. After entering the room, you are drawn to the natural light which creates a path from start to finish; opening the originally closed walls and setting the French windows helped to create a comfortable environment for people to appreciate nature. Creating this connection between people, architecture and the environment was definitely a highlight of the project.
The Award recognises and rewards outstanding and distinguished workers and teams in the International design arena. Winning the SBID International Design Award is a great achievement and honour for global designers.
Questions answered by Keng-Fu Lo, Managing Director of Chain10 Architecture & Interior Design Institute.
If you missed last week’s Project of the Week featuring a luxurious, 1920’s style family home in South Kensington, click here to see more.
Chain10 Architecture & Interior Design Institute | SBID International Design Awards 2018
The Summer may be drawing to a close, but the design industry is always looking ahead! Check out our round-up of latest must-have interior products and design features to keep your designs ahead of the curve with new collection launches, product releases and creative collaborations to welcome the Autumn season in style!
For London Design Festival 2018, Nicholas Anthony is privileged to unveil the latest in grandeur lighting through its partnership with Occhio. As the recent winner of the Lighting Design Awards 2018 for best “Architectural Luminaire Interior”, Occhio’s prestigious ‘Mito’ design will be on display for all to see during the LDF period in the form of a breathtaking installation. The beautiful ‘Mito’ design is coupled with the Occhio Air System technology and touchless control, allowing you to effortlessly alter the lighting in any environment. Emphasising the Occhio ‘Mito’ is a simple task as the elegant design oozes class and adds that extra sense of quality and wow-factor to any interior.
During the event itself, Nicholas Anthony will play host to the large audiences by welcoming them into the showroom to talk and network; as well as supplying the finest Louis Roderer champagne and freshly made canapés. Once you step inside the showroom you will be greeted by the newest in Occhio interactive technology. From 15 and 17 – 22 September, make sure you find yourself at the Nicholas Anthony Knightsbridge showroom to witness the splendour of the Nicholas Anthony x Occhio ‘Mito’ partnership display.
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Clartés Bohemia is known for being an expert in manufacturing bespoke lighting installations, luxury luminaires and glass objects used in spectacular interiors. In their family-owned glass factory in the north of the Czech Republic, they take interior designer’s challenging concepts and turn them into a reality. Having the glass factory and metal processing workshops, the independence from other suppliers makes the difference. All their production is handmade to provide the clients with results of supreme quality and a unique level of artisanship. Their factory offers an extensive range of colours in glass matter and optical moulds catering to any bespoke project need.
Their latest project is the launch of an online UK boutique. They introduce a signature collection of Hobnail Glassware which revisits a successful design from the mid-century supplemented with a modern touch. The collection features a unique optical décor which reflects the light in an exquisite way. All the glassware is mouthblown, lead-free and dishwasher safe, and will become your favourite piece of tableware.
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Designed by Jonathan Hindle FCSD, KI’s new Take5 lounge seating collection is inspired by mid-century styling and designed for today’s workspaces. The collection’s single, two- and three-seater sofas with low or high backs are complemented by ottomans, coffee tables and side tables. Take5’s pillowed shapes and curved armrests are evocative of a teddy bear, instantly inviting the user to feel comfortable and relaxed. The space beneath the armrests also acts as legroom, allowing the user to pivot to the side. The flat top of the armrests double as both a secondary seating surface and a worktop for notebooks or laptops. Each sofa can be fitted with power and USB modules. Matching or contrasting upholstered high backs can be added to reduce distractions, increase a sense of privacy and for noise reduction. These elegant products help to create a more domestic atmosphere in the corporate workspace.
Coinciding with the launch of Take5, KI have teamed up with leading textiles designer, Natasha Marshall, as well as Bute Fabrics, to create exclusive print fabrics to further enhance the collection’s domestic appeal. Two new designs, ‘Vista’ and ‘Pompom’ have been produced in exclusive colourways especially for Take5. Custom colours can also be produced to match a specific project. Jonathan Hindle comments:
“Workplaces are increasingly taking cues from hospitality and domestic environments to create altogether more inviting, comfortable spaces. Untethered from our desks, we now seek spaces that support casual collaboration, or give us an opportunity to get away from the hustle and bustle of a busy office space. Take5 was created to allow workers to find an appropriate work setting for either individual or group tasks, or to simply take ‘5 minutes’ away from work and regenerate.”
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A collection of sophisticated 100% solution-dyed acrylic fabrics designed by the heritage textiles company. The original British company was founded in 1861 by artist and designer William Morris, and became known for decorative patterns and wood block prints. The collaboration features these iconic patterns in new fabric qualities – Strawberry Thief, Branch, Rosehip, Bachelors Button, Marigold, Poppy, Willow Bough – while also debuting four qualities inspired by Morris’ innovative spirit – Ascot Stripe, Piccadilly Stripe, Jaunty, and Blurred Lines. It also boasts four new colourways – Spearmint, Zephyr, Blue Moon, Peppercorn – updating historic styles with a fresh and pure colour palette. The collection highlights traditional British patterns while introducing soothing tones, offering ornate yet accessible pattern play, and transforming William Morris’ centuries-old designs into exquisite liveable fabrics that can be styled indoors or out.
The pretty muted pastel shades of Sandy Bay’s new Retreat Collection are bang on trend, as is the lovely, tactile matt effect glassware, and attractive packaging featuring the Sandy Bay branding. The 4 gorgeous fragrances are true to their names, Sublime (pomelo, magnolia, jasmine, clove, patchouli and nutmeg), Radiance (rose otto, cassis, lemon, bergamot, violet, geranium and soft woods), Heavenly (watermelon, basil, cucumber floral and musk) and Decadence (citrus, geranium leaves, lemongrass, pine needles, cedar and black pepper). Each has been designed to transport you to a happy place of pure self-indulgence. These are fragrances that you will want to use every day, so the addition of new, natural hand washes and hand lotions are a perfect way to pamper yourself with these delightful scents. The natural theme of this range flows though all products, candles are hand poured using Sandy Bay’s own unique blend of Natural Wax which contains Coconut Wax, and the Reed Diffusers are made with an alcohol-free, odour-free base.
If you have a space that is in need of a vibrant, unique and artistic touch, Deni Lillian Art, the professionals in providing abstract art create bespoke pieces for their clients. Now, a new and exciting collaboration with ImageCo Interiors takes this to the next level! ImageCo Interiors bring a wealth of experience in reproducing large format art in a variety of sizes and finishes – and even provides installation services!
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Prepare for an Unexpected Rendez-Vous with MAISON&OBJET Paris!
MAISON&OBJET Paris (M&O) opens its doors this month with a new layout, new areas, new purchasing experience and even more design inspiration! From 7th – 11th September 2018 design professionals from across the globe will be descending upon Paris to see the best in creative excellence and innovation. The new layout focuses on inspiring designers with two main hubs and 11 different sectors.
Since 1995, M&O has been the world’s foremost event for professionals of the lifestyle, interior, and design industries. Every edition brings together some 3,000 brands and more than 90,000 unique visitors – of which 50% hail from outside France. Promoting new contacts and emerging talents, M&O presents twice a year the latest sources of inspiration by shedding insight into current and future industry trends. As a result, the event has become an effective catalyst for brand development and business growth – and SBID are delighted to offer SBID members complimentary tickets!
Fundamentally a multi-sector and cross-industry event, M&O provides a snapshot of the market twice a year in Paris. The broad, yet curated offering shown gives the fair a unique edge. This is why a pertinent structuring is strategic to attract brands and buyers, and keep them engaged. This year, M&O has taken on a new challenge: a complete overhaul of its structure. The new layout is the reflection of the organisers’ wish to go back to basics: Maison and Objet. Philippe Brocart, Managing Director of SAFI (the company that organises M&O) comments on this new approach:
“Since its inception, the fair has always seen two categories of visitors, each with very different expectations for their visits: retailers and specifiers. The definition of the new sectors was guided by practical criteria chosen to clarify the offering and make it more accessible for both visitor categories. On the one hand, retail buyers appreciate the great variety of products on display, but need a clear divide by product typology and price range to save time. On the other, specifiers tend to look for specific solutions for their projects, with a more style-oriented approach. With this in mind, the structure of the offering was entirely revamped to provide greater efficiency, especially important as professionals have grown accustomed to having easy access to whatever information they need since the development of online tools.”
“Since its inception, the fair has always seen two categories of visitors, each with very different expectations for their visits: retailers and specifiers. The definition of the new sectors was guided by practical criteria chosen to clarify the offering and make it more accessible for both visitor categories.
On the one hand, retail buyers appreciate the great variety of products on display, but need a clear divide by product typology and price range to save time. On the other, specifiers tend to look for specific solutions for their projects, with a more style-oriented approach. With this in mind, the structure of the offering was entirely revamped to provide greater efficiency, especially important as professionals have grown accustomed to having easy access to whatever information they need since the development of online tools.”
Maison: new sections by style!
Interior design styles are just as diverse as fashion trends. The challenge for specifiers is scouting new ideas, finding new inspirations. For them, M&O have created a new Maison Hub, making precise and inspiring changes to achieve just the right balance. Four realms have been defined geographically and temporally: Unique & Eclectic, Today, Forever and Craft.
Objet: seven distinct families!
Highly regarded by French and international buyers – whether for novelty shops, concept stores, department stores, or online shops. Always in pursuit of accessories, ornaments and all sorts of decorative objects, these visitors organise their visit by product typology. The new Objet Hub has been expanded into include seven sectors: Cook&Share, Smart Gift, Fashion Accessories, Kids&Family, Home Accessories, Home Fragrance and Home Linen.
The Inspirations Forum introduces the theme, ‘Virtuous’
With every new edition, the professionals-only lifestyle and interior design trade fair calls upon the most highly respected experts to analyse new consumer trends and present them under a broad theme. Twice a year, the Inspirations Forum sheds light on the very diverse and cross-industry trends that impact the market and shape the future. This season, the trend forecasting agency NellyRodi will be taking over the Inspirations Space and Bookshop-Café to share its vision on the theme ‘Virtuous’.
You can discover more about the exhibitors set to attend this year, here
SBID Member complimentary tickets are limited and must be claimed before Sunday 3 September 2018.
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This week’s instalment of the #SBIDinspire interior design series features a luxurious, 1920’s style apartment in South Kensington. Creating a sophisticated interior for a young family within their historical Grade II listed, six bedroom home, Hill House Interiors lovingly restored key period features including classical cornicing, panelling and moulding, working on both the interior design and architecture to create the art deco inspired scheme. Located just a stone’s throw from the Royal Albert Hall, the palatial home enters onto an extensive hallway, with custom polished stone flooring inlayed with nero marquina black marble and bronze metal, above which sits a made to measure 2.7 metre bronze china leaf chandelier, suspended via a mirrored ceiling plate. With a focus on entertaining, a bespoke bar with detailed inlays creates a show stopping backdrop to the formal dining room, showcasing the grand proportions of the home.
Company: Hill House Interiors
Project: Albert Court Apartment
Project Location: London, UK
Within a historical Grade II listed building, the large duplex apartment is located just moments away from the Royal Albert Hall. Albert Court is a beautiful red brick, portered mansion block, well positioned for Hyde Park and the amenities in South Kensington, Knightsbridge and Kensington.
The extensive 5000 sq ft project was commissioned by a young couple with two children, who had been living in the home for a few years previously, and who were looking to carefully restore yet update their six bedroom home.
Brought on to complete both the interior architecture and design, Hill House Interiors were briefed to ensure a strong emphasis was placed on entertaining, creating a suitable space for both the couple and their children, with the drawing and dining rooms a key focus within the home.
Unhappy with the former layout of the apartment, the clients worked closely with Hill House Interiors’ highly skilled and creative architects to create a more harmonious flow, completely redesigning the internal layout by moving the staircase to the upper floor. The design scheme was based on the key period features of the historical Grade II listed building.
Retaining key features within the home was a challenge the Hill House designers and architects rose to, sympathetically restoring the classical cornicing, panelling and mouldings and intricate details throughout, to the strict guidelines associated with its listed status.
To restore the original panelling and ceiling detail of the home, many layers of paint had to be delicately removed. The beauty of the detailing was all but lost beneath the many redecorations of the historical home, and the Hill House design team worked meticulously to ensure no damage to the original fittings occurred.
Working within such a historical building, Hill House Interiors effectively chose to go down a complimentary design route, focusing on a classic and elegant art deco inspired scheme. The attention to detail is consistent, from the custom polished stone flooring inlayed with nero marquina black marble, to the bespoke 2.7 metre almond gold bone china dancing leaf chandelier, and perfectly reflects both the home’s history and the family currently residing within.
Highly respected within the interior design industry, the Awards are continually growing in popularity. It’s inspiring to see such a wide variety of skills and styles represented, showing the diversity within the interior design industry.
The projects and companies awarded the prestigious accolades are truly the best in the business, and Hill House Interiors continue to be delighted to take part in these Awards.
Questions answered by Helen Bygraves, Co-Founder of Hill House.
If you missed last week’s Project of the Week featuring the transformation of Grade II listed property into a contemporary Bachelor Pad, click here to see more.
Hill House Interiors | SBID International Design Awards 2018
This week’s instalment of the #SBIDinspire interior design series features the transformation of a Grade II listed terrace house which has been renovated and reconfigured into a sleek and contemporary Bachelor Pad in London. Receiving careful attention to detail, works were carried out to preserve and enhance the existing features which characterised the property. The original timber flooring was lovingly restored and the bespoke dark oak joinery, together with the panelling, was designed to be a sympathetic nod to the buildings historic stature. The tall ceilings allowed Prestige Architects to play around with light by incorporating large, statement chandeliers and experiment with a light, neutral colourway to inject an elegant, luxurious feeling into the new layout and create a great setting for the existing fireplaces.
Company: Prestige Architects
Project: London Bachelor Pad
The client is was developer, hence the brief for the interior design was centred around efficiency to complete the project in time and on budget. This gave us a 3 month window to achieve the design vision with particular attention to the quality of the final product.
The existing property is a Grade II listed building with original features such as windows, cornice, fireplaces and parts of the flooring. The inspiration had to start from these elements and the careful attention it took to bringing them back to life in harmony with the newer, more contemporary works.
The balance between delivery time and budget was a challenge, especially with the aim of delivering such a high quality end-product with this high spec interior design scheme, nevertheless we managed to have a great synergy with the client and delivered the project on time and within budget!
As always, for me the highlight of the project lies within the details of the deliverable. The visual connection between the elements characterise the scheme – like the oak bead around doors and the details on the joinery. These finer aspects of the interior create an important design connection.
As our buisness is primarily based on word-of-mouth and repeated clients, entering an International competition such as the SBID International Design Awards and being selected as a finalist reassures us that we are constantly improving our design ability. It also gives us exposure with colleagues and the public, which is always rewarding!
Questions answered by Marco Braghiroli, MD and Founder of Prestige Architects
If you missed last week’s Project of the Week featuring a hotel brand with the heart of a boutique hotel and an appetite for adventure, click here to see more.
Prestige Architects | SBID International Design Awards 2018
The month of August is all about preparing for the month ahead – as Summer is winding down and we begin to plan for the design-packed month of September, here’s our overview of the must-attend industry design events and exciting industry news!
August itself is notoriously scarce of design events as the momentum builds for September. But not to worry; if you’ve got design-withdrawals this month, we’ve found a selection of news and events which will wet your appetite with industry insight ready for September.
2nd August
SBID Scotland: Colour Inspiration Event – Scotland, UK
SBID Scotland hosted an evening of Colour Inspiration, supported by contemporary luxury textile design label, Mairi Helena and the UK’s oldest paint manufacturer, Craig & Rose, in Stockbridge, Edinburgh. Mairi Helena, the Scottish Designer shared insight into the inspiration behind her latest collections and the design process, inviting audiences to get hands-on to create their own moodboards with Craig & Rose paint, together with fabric and wallpapers from her Collections.
If you missed it, keep an eye out for more SBID events, talks, workshops and CPD’s running througout the UK!
22nd August
SBID South West: Possibilities for Porcelain – Bournemouth, UK
If you’re interested in discovering the possibilities of designing with porcelain, SBID South West is hosting an event with PietraCasa on Wednesday 22nd August. PietraCasa is a specialist in large format porcelain tile supply, cutting and fabrication. They will be sharing their expertise with an exclusive Tiling workshop to explore how to handle and work with large format porcelain tiles.
For more information click here, or email [email protected] to register your interest in attending!
29th August – 2nd September
São Paulo Design Weekend – Brazil The only major event taking place in August, The DW! São Paulo Design Weekend is a celebration of Latin American design. The Weekend is a major urban design festival composed of hundreds of independent events, curated to promote Design and its connections with Art, Architecture, Urbanism, Decoration, Social Inclusion, Aggregation of Value, Business and Innovation.
Announcement of Vectorworks Annual Design Day
The Vectorworks Annual Design Day has been announced at the Cavendish Conference Centre in London on 2nd October from 9:30am – 5:00pm. The event is designed to showcase the capabilities that Vectorworks software brings to help streamline your workflow. Whether you are a current user or wanting to discover how Vectorworks can offer your practice a real alternative for 2D/3D/BIM workflows, there will be lots to hear and see. Key personnel from Vectorworks in the USA and UK will be on hand to show the latest tools and workflows and existing customers will also be taking to the stage to share their knowledge through project case studies. In addition, there will be breakout sessions aimed at individual industries such as, Interiors, Architecture and Landscape, which ensures that content is totally relevant and rewarding.
Click here to register for the whole event and select which breakout session you wish to attend!
Kitchen Design is now a recognised profession, well paid and high status!
Bucks New University offers a three year, blended learning course to study it at degree level. Students attend three high-impact residential weekends per year and carry out assignments around full or part-time work. They are taught at the highest level by industry experts that include Johnny Grey and Craig Matson of Roundhouse. The three-year course covers kitchen design, multi-generational, accessible and ageing design, sales & marketing, business management, materials knowledge, project management, design history, philosophy, psychology and understanding of related design industries.
Applications are still open for the academic year beginning in September 2018. For more information, click here
Bentley launches new Home Design competition for turning 100!
As part of the 100-year anniversary of Bentley Motors next year, the leading luxury car company is launching a global competition to find a young designer to create an exclusive furniture design for the centenary celebrations. The winning design will be launched at the Salone del Mobile in Milan, Italy, in 2019 alongside the Bentley Home collection, and a limited edition of 100 pieces will be made and sold globally.
For more information about entry and deadlines, click here
The month that designers, creatives, architects and buyers alike have been eagerly awaiting is almost upon us and we’ve got you covered with the month’s highlights of key industry events, giving you plenty of time to save those dates and plan those visits!
7th – 11th September
Maison&Objet – Paris, France
Maison&Objet opens its doors next month with a new layout, new areas, new purchasing experience and even more design inspiration! From 7th – 11th September design professionals from across the globe will be descending upon Paris to see the best in creative excellence and innovation. The new layout focuses on inspiring designers with two main hubs and 11 sectors, cementing its position as the leading home decor fair connecting the international interior design and the lifestyle community.
SBID are delighted to offer SBID members complimentary tickets to Maison&Objet! Tickets are limited and must be claimed before 3 September 2018. To claim your tickets email [email protected] with your name, membership number and the title ‘Maison&Objet tickets’.
15th – 23rd September
London Design Festival – London, UK
London Design Festival (LDF) returns for the 16th year this September, celebrating 10 years at the V&A as the official Festival hub, announcing an impressive series of unmissable projects across the city! London will be transformed with an inspiring programme of landmark projects, installations and events from 15th – 23rd September with a vision is to celebrate and promote London as the design capital of the world. In 2017, the Festival welcomed a record-breaking 450,000 individual visitors from over 75 countries. During the 9-day-design-frenzy, the Festival stages five major industry trade shows, known as ‘Design Destinations’ for designers, manufacturers, buyers, specifiers, the media and design enthusiasts to discover new product releases and identify current trends.
London Design Fair: 20th – 23rd September
The London Design Fair will take place in the iconic Old Truman Brewery. The Fair provides a valuable forum for showcasing international design and will host 13 country pavilions this year. SBID Colour Council would also like to invite Interior Designers and SBID members to an exclusive Colour Walk during the event on Thursday, 20th September from 9am – 12pm. Click here for more information and email [email protected] to register your interest.
designjunction: 20th – 23rd September
In it’s 8th year, designjunction is a curated show of cutting edge design, taking place across three key sites on the South Bank; Doon Street site, Oxo Tower Wharf and Riverside Walkway for LDF. Expect to discover 200 international brands and boutique shops, hundreds of product launches, and outdoor installations in addition to delicious pop-up eateries and bars.
The LDF lighting destination is back: 19th – 20th September
darc room is a creative lighting exhibition for specifiers and designers. Returning for the second year during LDF , darc room will offer inspiration and solutions for lighting, featuring lighting suppliers, creative lighting installations and a high-quality speaker program. To celebrate the second year of its launch, darc room are offering SBID members a free 12-month digital subscription to darc magazine. To apply for your copy, simply email [email protected] with your name, membership number and the title ‘darc mag’.
For more information about London Design Festival 2018, click here
16th – 18th September
The Flooring Show – Harrogate, UK
The Flooring Show, the industry’s flagship national event will celebrate its 56th edition in 2018, and continues to be the best-loved and biggest event on the industry’s calendar. Bringing together all areas of the industry, including the retail and contract sectors – exhibitors and visitors alike get together for three intensive days of business activity and networking.
On 18 September, the Flooring Show will be hosting a special networking event for interior designers to meet the flooring designers from key exhibiting companies, including Ulster Carpets and global LVT specialists Karndean. It’s the perfect opportunity to hear what new flooring developments are underway from the teams who are creating them. For example, attendees will have the chance to meet designers from luxury carpet specialists Ulster Carpets and also be able to listen in to a 30 minute Trend Briefing from Laura Greenwood of Scarlet Opus, a leading trend forecasting agency specialising in trend insights for workplace, retail & residential interiors. This event is supported by the SBID, whose representatives will be attending, but non-members are welcome to attend.
Click here for more information and send your details to [email protected] if you are interested in attending
This week’s instalment of the #SBIDinspire interior design series features a hotel brand with the heart of a boutique hotel and an appetite for adventure. Moxy Hotels, making a much-anticipated U.S. debut, opened the brand’s second stateside property, Moxy New Orleans. Favouring expansive public spaces in lieu of larger guest rooms, Stonehill Taylor emphasises an active, social, and autonomous experience – a hallmark of the Moxy brand – throughout the public space design. Moxy provides an affordable, engaging experience to millennial travellers without sacrificing style or innovation. The main focal point of the lobby area, the bar, is clad in reclaimed wood and topped with textured black stone. Positioned prominently between the library and lounge areas, the bar doubles as a gathering place for drinks and conversation, as well as check-in and reception area.
Company: Stonehill Taylor
Project: Moxy New Orleans
Project Location: New Orleans, LA
Moxy New Orleans was only the second US property for Moxy Hotels. The goal was to capture New Orleans’ artistic spirit and bohemian legacy. While an affordable lodging experience targeting millennials, the design team did not want to sacrifice style or innovation. For this reason, Stonehill Taylor approached the project with ideas to infuse a youthful design with modern art, contemporary technology and distinct, local influences.
Located right outside of the French Quarter, New Orleans truly acted as the primary inspiration for Moxy NOLA’s design. It’s industrial interior references the city’s history, with the first floor being stripped down to a raw, warehouse-like space revealed the existing concrete flooring, as well as the exposed pipe and duct work. The space is layered with a faded floor stencil influenced by Spanish tile, and light fixtures with street lamp-inspired metal detailing, adding French Quarter flair.
The toughest hurdle for our team was converting a previously inward-facing, dark lobby into an outward-facing, inviting and exciting bar for both hotel guests and locals alike.
Working with so many local, New Orleans artists, we commissioned Reid Morris to create a large, full-scale mural outside of the fitness centre. Additionally, we worked with artist Margot Couture to paint a different mural within an interior lightwell – a striking, abstract piece spanning ten stories. The mural is not only an exciting visual moment within the overall hotel, but adds particular value and interest to an otherwise challenging view from adjoining guest rooms. Using local artists really helps to breathe the youthful, artistic ethos of New Orleans throughout the interior design scheme in a unique and authentic way.
We were thrilled to work on one of Marriot Moxy’s debut US properties. It was a unique experience to collaborate with various local artists on such large-scale art works throughout and we wanted to celebrate its bold, modern and interactive design scheme. This hotel helped spur the trend towards micro-design in hospitality, and we were proud to be part of it.
Questions answered by Sherry Dennis, Senior Interiors Associate at Stonehill Taylor
If you missed last week’s Project of the Week featuring the pristine, paradise destination and beautifully designed luxury resort on the picturesque Vommuli Island in the Maldives, click here to see more.
Stonehill Taylor | SBID International Design Awards 2018
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