Carmelina Dalton, Founder and Creative Director at KEMSI has given her insights into the industry.
KEMSI is a high-end design practice focusing on residential and boutique commercial properties throughout the UK and Europe. We inspire, design and curate human experiences, enabling our clients to imagine spaces based on how they would like to feel within them.
Projects have ranged from London townhouses to detached period and modern residences both domestically and abroad, through to commercial spaces in prime London Mayfair and hotels abroad.
Founded by Creative Director Carmelina Dalton, who leads all design projects supported by passionate and creative designers. Careful consideration of every step in the design process, from initial concept to completion, indicates a thorough and client-focused approach. Managing every detail to the highest standards ensures that KEMSI delivers on quality and, ultimately, client satisfaction.
The aim of our practice is to curate spaces that are beautiful and aspirational, with an ever-underlying emphasis on the human experience.
Growing up in Australia, I was surrounded by family members working in the construction industry. From a very young age, I enjoyed designing each room of the house as my family moved around in search of the perfect family home to build and enjoy. I was incredibly fortunate to have an insight into what it was like to work in this industry long before I began my career, as I grew up surrounded by it. With my eyes wide open, I pursued my lifelong passion for interior design in my later years and entered the design world.
Meeting new people is one of the most enjoyable aspects of my profession! I love designing and crafting each space based on my clients’ desires. I can envision a space before it is created, and every project should be unique and tailored to each client’s specific requirements. Adapting to their needs is crucial to creating exceptional built environments.
Being invited to be a guest speaker at London Design Week 2023 to share insights about all things business, strategy, marketing, industry expectations and how to turn your passion into a career. It was great to be sat alongside other leading interior designers.
I enjoy working on residential and commercial projects as they offer unique and different challenges. However, what I find most rewarding about residential projects is the opportunity to transform my clients’ living spaces completely. In fact, I remember a time when a client was moved to tears of happiness after seeing the finished result. This is the most meaningful testimonial I could receive.
At KEMSI, it is crucial to incorporate my residential approach into all commercial projects. One of the most exciting projects I have worked on this year is the creative direction of a hotel abroad. Practical commercial projects are about more than just furnishings and objects. They involve designing environments that prioritise the human experience, comfort, and functionality of the people who will use them. When brand experience is combined with creative direction, spaces become more than just physical structures – they become areas where people can come together and connect.
As designers, it is our responsibility is to ensure that the spaces we create are practical, beautiful and can be executed as planned. However, during the construction phase, there may be unexpected challenges that arise. In such situations, finding solutions and solving problems collaboratively with clients and all teams involved is crucial to achieve successful results.
Working in the design industry can be challenging, especially when it comes to finding time and the ability to switch off. While inspiration can be found everywhere, being passionate about the work can be exhausting, as the brain always works. Juggling family life and running a practice can also be a struggle, but essential time management skills can help achieve balance and ensure you spend quality time with your loved ones.
It takes time and perseverance. Things don’t happen overnight. Don’t give up and continue to grow your networks.
In the interior design industry, we are all shifting our focus towards being more environmentally conscious and mindful of our decisions. It’s becoming increasingly important to purchase items that are made to last or to repurpose quality pieces instead of throwing them away.
In the field of design and construction, more and more people are looking for ways to manage their properties in an environmentally sustainable manner. This involves adopting eco-friendly practices, using renewable energy sources, and opting for sustainable materials to reduce waste and minimize our impact on the environment.
Being accredited by the SBID means our company adheres to the highest technical standards. As part of a community of experts in our field, we work to the highest calibre, ensuring our clients can trust us to deliver their projects. In addition, it provides an opportunity to collaborate and share insights with our community.
About KEMSI
KEMSI is a high-end design practice focusing on residential and boutique commercial properties throughout the UK and Europe. We inspire, design and curate human experiences, enabling our clients to imagine spaces based on how they would like to feel within them. Projects have ranged from London townhouses to detached period and modern residences both domestically and abroad, through to commercial spaces in prime London Mayfair and hotels abroad.
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This week’s instalment of the Project of the Week series features a modern and multipurpose public space design by 2023 SBID Awards Finalist, KLID.
This is an urban public space in Chengdu, the project is located in public transport hubs. The designer wanted to reduce the sense of apathy between people, and they can read, talk, drink a coffee. The space meets various functions for leisure and communication, or immerse in the world of reading.
SBID Awards Category: Public Space
Practice: KLID
Project: Dancing Ribbon
Location: Chengdu, China
This is an urban public space. The project is located in an important location with multiple public transport hubs. We want to create an iconic public space where fast moving people want to stay. Function setting: Public hall, Ladder square, Reading, Cafe, Parent-child learning.
For the surrounding group of people, the public space is the link that connects the surrounding group lives. The space is inspired by dancing ribbons. The dancing ribbon not only serves as a link between the upper and lower levels, but also symbolises the rhythm and vitality of the city.
The project is located in the TOD plan of Changgongyan, Tianfu New District, Chengdu. Guided by public transport, TOD（Transit-Oriented-Development）project has lots of mixed functions such as commerce, office, residence, rail transit, etc., becomes an indispensable urban unit in contemporary life. We wanted to create a place for people to stop, have a cup of coffee and read a book in the urban nodes where people are moving fast. Break the strangeness between people and increase the interaction between people.
The main function of this case is to socialise. The space can meet various functions for leisure and communication, or immerse in the world of reading alone, or the ladder square of cultural salon activities. People stay, communicate and gather here. We used lightweight aluminum, which is used to make metal panels that are light and hard enough to make ribbons. The dancing ribbon not only serves as a link between the upper and lower levels, but also symbolises the rhythm and vitality of the city.
The reason we decided to participate in the SBID Awards is because we have a deep passion for design, and we also wanted to challenge our creativity and skills. This competition provides a platform for showcasing our work, and we hope to use this opportunity to absorb more design inspiration, engage with other talented designers, and receive feedback from professionals in the field. We believe that taking part in this competition will help us continuously improve, not only in terms of design but also in areas such as problem-solving, teamwork, and time management.
Being an Award Finalist for our interior design project has been an incredibly rewarding experience for both me and my business. It signifies a validation of our creative vision and the hard work we’ve put into crafting unique and impactful spaces. The recognition from such a prestigious international award has boosted our confidence and reinforced our commitment to pushing the boundaries of design innovation.
This accolade has not only brought heightened visibility to our business but has also opened doors to new opportunities for collaborations and projects. The acknowledgment as a finalist on an international stage has provided us with a platform to showcase our expertise and design philosophy to a global audience, further establishing our brand as a symbol of quality and excellence in the field of interior design.
Questions answered by Kris Lin, Interior Designer at KLID.
We hope you feel inspired by this week’s design!
If you missed the last instalment of Project of the Week, featuring a neutral and biophilic salon design by Cocoon & Bauer, click here to read it.
Agora, a unique cocktail bar and social club situated in the Edition Hotel in downtown Dubai, is quietly making its mark by offering a serene blend of sophistication and comfort. Designed by 4SPACE, a respected architecture and interior design firm, Agora takes inspiration from the ancient Greek concept of a gathering place and marketplace.
Agora represents a noteworthy transformation, drawing influence from the charm of the Gatsby era and the timeless allure of ancient Greece. The primary aim was to create an atmosphere of depth, luxury, and tranquillity, resulting in a venue that is truly exceptional while remaining warmly inviting.
Agora’s concept seamlessly integrates two sources of inspiration: the extravagant world of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby” and the classical elegance of ancient Greek architecture. It offers a haven where guests can momentarily escape their daily lives and immerse themselves in a world of sophistication and opulence, promising a sensory experience with a difference.
Each detail of Agora’s interior design has been carefully considered to ensure both aesthetics and comfort. The space features bespoke furniture, meticulously crafted to provide the utmost comfort for our guests.
Agora’s colour palette is thoughtfully curated to evoke a sense of luxury and timelessness. It includes forest green fabrics for a touch of mystery and richness, subtle copper accents to add warmth and elegance, and Indian green marble tabletops that infuse the space with classical beauty and timeless grandeur.
Agora’s ceiling is adorned with captivating wallpaper cladding, adding a contemporary and artistic touch to the space. The existing floor, embellished with a striking black marble mosaic, exudes timeless elegance, perfectly complementing the dark colour palette and preserving a sense of luxury.
Agora’s standout feature is the stunning bead curtain hanging from the ceiling. These carefully arranged and suspended beads serve as a dynamic visual centrepiece, adding an element of intrigue and movement to the space and encouraging patrons to engage with the design on a sensory level.
Bespoke pendant lights throughout the space create a warm and inviting ambiance, ideal for relaxation and socialisation.
Agora is defined by its exceptional use of custom-made furniture, including cylindrical chairs and elegant bar chairs. These pieces elevate the ambiance, enhancing sophistication and luxury without ostentation.
In the outdoor area, Agora introduces delicate curtain beads to infuse playfulness and intrigue. Suspended pampas grass arrangements from the open-air ceiling add texture, softness, and a soothing ambiance to the outdoor space.
About 4SPACE Design
4SPACE is committed to high quality of work and superior care in all aspects of our business. One of the Top 20 interior design firms in the Middle East in reference to the Commercial Interior Design Magazine published last February 2019. Led by major partners Amjad Hourieh and Firas Alsahin, our company has become one of the region’s most respected firms, with more than 20 years of industry experience. We have helped create environments that inspire and impact users by providing the local industry with our extensive practical knowledge, be it for retail, hospitality and commercial spaces, or residential and living spaces. Our mission is to achieve success through delivering quality service steered by our passion for excellence, to define the region’s industry practices and to create market benchmarks of international standards.
Rachel Usher Interior Design were commissioned to design a large contemporary family kitchen and open plan living space.
The multi-disciplinary interior architectural team re-defined the existing format, opening up apertures allowing an abundance of natural light to fill the property and playing to the scale of the buildings vernacular.
Synonymous with a Rachel Usher Interior Design is the interaction of materials evident throughout all of the bespoke hand-crafted joinery, including shadow gap detailing and hidden light sources to highlight texture and contrast.
The final scheme was brought together with the appropriate application of light, texture and materiality.
About Rachel Usher Interior Design
Rachel Usher Interior Design is a multi-award winning high-end interior design practice specialising in providing our clients with outstanding luxury interiors. Embracing with passion the individuality of each client is at the heart of the practices approach. The interior architectural team approaches each project with a technical appreciation for a buildings vernacular, constantly seeking to improve the way in which the emotional connectivity to the property can be maximised through the interpretation of thoughtful design.
This week’s instalment of the Project of the Week series features a neutral and biophilic salon design by 2023 SBID Awards Finalist, Cocoon & Bauer.
Additional Lengths, a leading hair extension and hair care products brand based in Teesside, sought to relocate their salon and store from their original site on the outskirts of Stockton to a more central location in the town centre. They approached Cocoon & Bauer with a straightforward yet powerful brief: to create a unique and awe-inspiring ‘Super Salon’ that had never been seen before in the region. The client wanted their new building in Wellington Square to be stripped back to its bare bones, creating a breath taking and unforgettable environment which would leave customers in awe the moment they walked through the door.
SBID Awards Category: Retail Design
Practice: Cocoon & Bauer
Project: Additional Lengths Super Salon
Location: Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom
Our client approached us with a brief of bringing their vision to life and designing a space that was functional for Additional Lengths. Previously, Additional Lengths had a retail store and a salon, but these spaces were separated. Our task was to combine the two spaces, allowing them to expand their retail and salon space.
Photo backdrops were an important factor to the space, which will be changed every season and will allow clients to get their photographs taken in front of different backdrops for social media with their new hair. Lighting was an important feature that the client requested, as it was important for the space to be appropriately lit for purpose, but also to allow each bespoke element to become a feature. The overall aesthetics needed to hit the brief of being modern, clean, and neutral but reflect pops of colour from the branding.
The beginning of any project is so exciting – it’s the stage where we can lay all our initial ideas on the table and start sketching on a blank plan. We got the layout to work and then we started to add some meat to the bones. To keep the space neutral, we used a lot of oak in the space, which compliments the neutral tones and allows the pinks and purples throughout the interior to pop. With the space having high ceilings, we knew the display and salon area had to make a real impact. To contrast the neutrals, the design also features greenery and introduces biophilic design. Quirky features such as the ‘Fuel Bar’ and the ‘Additional Lengths’ phone box added a fun element – (unfortunately, if you call AL the phone box doesn’t ring).
Due to the concrete flooring of the space, we couldn’t move the services or amend the fall of the pipe work. We added a step up to the backwash area, so this coincided with the plumbing. The backwash area sits on a step up, which zones off this area and makes it a real feature.
I have a few highlights, there were a lot of bespoke elements (pretty much everything) to this project and seeing this project stage by stage, was so exciting! Our team going in at the end and cleaning, staging, and making final touches just made the whole project complete. Seeing the Additional Lengths team’s reaction was also a highlight, as this had been kept a secret from most! Having happy clients is one of the best feelings.
We wanted to showcase this project and enter the SBID awards to show off our hard work that we are very proud of.
Being a finalist is a huge deal for all of us – we were all so excited when we got the news. We’re very thrilled to attend the awards and be part of this opportunity.
Questions answered by Casey Hall, Interior Designer at Cocoon & Bauer.
If you missed the last instalment of Project of the Week, featuring a traditional and tranquil retail design by Aurora Design, click here to read it.
Poppy Peace, Founder and Creative Director at House of Red has given her insights into the industry.
My career journey in interior design was shaped by a fortuitous opportunity 16 years ago as a Design Consultant for a bespoke furniture company in Knightsbridge, working in furniture design. I then moved into Interiors, and over the years, through various roles and experiences, I eventually became the Managing Director and Group Creative Director of a well-established interior design studio. I managed the design departments for numerous design services from high end residential, BTR, home staging, Student accommodation/HMO and later living.
Ever since I can remember, I have always been intrigued by textures, colour and form. I loved being creative and had a fascination with interior design where I used to immerse myself with continually redesigning rooms in our family home!
I went on to study furniture and product design before delving deeper into the world of interior design. I found Interiors allowed me to be continuously creative whilst remaining on an ever-evolving journey, combining numerous business elements which gives the profession greater depth in my mind.
The interaction with such a varied range of people. Learning about new and old clients, and liaising with supply chain and contractors who share a wealth of knowledge, experience and who have amazing stories!
Alongside learning about people and their background, imparting my own knowledge on how we can improve their dwellings in a positive way, not only through aesthetics and function, but the improved mental health through designing a supportive environment to the individual, it is very satisfying.
My most memorable career highlight from the past year was launching my own business at the start of this year.
I am grateful for all the opportunities and experiences I had as a director at my previous studio, yet craved the autonomy of my own business. It is the greatest most enjoyable challenge I’ve set myself yet.
At House of Red we cover a wide number of services, so most projects are varied which keeps things interesting. However, it is always great fun when you have a client who is quite adventurous with their style and open to new ideas. This allows you to become really creative within the design process, pushing your innovation which feeds into continuous learning for new techniques and materials.
The best and also the most challenging, can be the clients! Ensuring it does not affect your confidence or dampen your passion. Every path has its puddle, so it is important to learn how to navigate through a project with them in a positive manner using effective communication.
Success is never a straight line! You will find your own stumbling blocks and decide what areas you genuinely enjoy in the industry yourself rather than coming with preconceived ideas.
Say yes to as many opportunities as possible. Be proactive in placing yourself outside your comfort zone on a regular basis to provide continued growth, learning within great new experiences which keep your passion for design and creativity ignited.
Creatives are very entrepreneurial so I believe we will see a couple of areas evolving. Firstly, great collaborations between known designers and supply chain that support a positive impact on sustainable products to influence the design world and clients at greater speed. Helping to bring more design desired pieces to the table whilst ensure aesthetic is not compromised. Hopefully these collaborations will also help to drive price point down if greater demand on volume is seen.
Secondly, an increase in the number of AI tools that we use as designers. We are slowly becoming more open minded and changing our practices by integrating AI tools into our daily tasks to increase work flow, especially when covering mundane tasks. I believe it to be an area we will need to start to embrace more to help support our clients within the design process.
It provides our business with professional recognition which in turn supports the credibility of the company, and helps to cement a feeling of trust for new and existing clients. It is also a great platform which helps to champion continued learning in the industry whilst proving a support network for the industry. We are proud to be SBID accredited.
About House of Red
Welcome to House of Red Interior Design studio. We create unique and original interior design for your property whilst also providing practical design solutions. Our team has built great relationships within the industry from supply chain, contractors and agents. Our valued knowledge and experience mean with approach each job with a unique and personal service to you, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience with us. Specialising in residential design we offer services from design consultancy, FF&E Interior Design, through to Luxury home staging and show homes.
This week’s instalment of the Project of the Week series features a traditional and tranquil retail design by 2023 SBID Awards Finalist, Aurora Design.
By using bamboo as the main theme, Jin Tea creates a modern retail environment for tea. The projection of bamboo leaves sets a serene atmosphere, while varying heights of bamboo leaves and slabs and bamboo shadow glass walls, adding texture and an oriental charm. Transitioning through the bamboo shadow creates a deep landscape, with the design integrating modern and traditional elements, hidden functionalities, and an enhanced sense of dimension. Jin Tea embodies the dynamic vitality and charm of traditional culture.
Practice: Aurora Design
Project: Jin Tea
Location: Kunming, China
The client wants to create a wonderfully blended tea retail space infused with Eastern culture, offering a harmonious integration of tradition and modernity, and providing visitors with a tranquil and emotionally resonant experiential environment.
Eastern Elegance and Balance: We emphasize the infusion of Eastern elegance into the design, utilising elements like bamboo shadows and green lighting to create a sense of beauty rooted in Eastern culture. Simultaneously, the article underscores the significance of balance by integrating ancient civilisations with modern aesthetics, thereby crafting a romantic and joyful space that offers urban dwellers a relaxing environment.
Feminine Perspective and Emotional Expression: We have honed an ethereal beauty from a feminine perspective, projecting emotional perception. The design strives for simplicity and understated elegance, conveying a sense of inner calm and contentment while resonating with the modern urban dweller’s yearning for nature and tranquility.
Modern Interpretation of Tea Culture: We endeavor to draw inspiration from Yunnan’s rich tea culture, intertwining traditional tea heritage with contemporary space to present fresh design concepts. By eschewing conventional embellishments in the tea space, we create a pleasant and tranquil ambiance, allowing individuals to experience serenity and relaxation amidst the bustling cityscape.
The design challenge lies in seamlessly integrating traditional tea culture with modern aesthetics while catering to diverse market demands. Among these, the material aspect challenge involves identifying materials that can effectively depict bamboo leaf shadows and bamboo silhouettes, as well as combining the bar counter’s slate and the green bamboo shadow glass wall, ensuring texture and a natural effect. On the other hand, understanding market demands requires us to fully consider consumers’ experiential and emotional triggers in the tea space, while providing personalised shopping experiences. Timing and communication are also challenges, seizing the right timing in design execution and thorough communication with clients to ensure alignment between design direction and expected goals. In facing these challenges, creativity and innovation will be key factors for success.
The innovation of this project lies in its ingenious fusion of traditional tea culture and modern design. Through the projection and interplay of bamboo leaf shadows, an ethereal and tranquil atmosphere is crafted, imparting consumers with the serene and distant tranquility of nature. Moreover, the bar counter combines rock slabs and green bamboo shadow glass walls, infusing an Oriental charm that enriches the space with tactile richness and natural variation. Expansive installations of bamboo-mimicking hard materials envelop the surroundings, creating a deep and immersive scenic arrangement that imparts a sense of dimensionality and dynamic “illusions.” Utilising a minimalist approach with concise leaf-like contours and gradient green lighting, an aesthetic of understated simplicity is established between reality and illusion. This distinctive design combines tea culture and modern aesthetics, yielding fresh outcomes in the market and captivating consumers seeking unconventional experiences.
SBID International Design Award is a highly regarded international design awards, participation allows our work to gain broader international recognition and exposure. It enables our design creations to undergo professional evaluation, offering feedback from experts and peers. This helps us understand the strengths of our design and areas for improvement, fostering personal growth and enhancement. SBID International Design Award’s ceremony, exhibitions, and events also provide designers with a platform to engage with peers, industry professionals, and potential clients. This can lead to the emergence of new business opportunities and collaborative partnerships.
The shortlisted entries are showcased globally, offering an opportunity to capture the attention of industry professionals, media, and potential clients. Winning this award can serve as a source of pride for the team, boosting confidence and bestowing us with honor. By shortlisted in high-level design competitions like SBID International Design Awards, we can set an example for the entire design industry, propelling its advancement and elevating design standards.
Questions answered by Yang Xuewan, Chief Designer and Founder of Aurora Design.
If you missed the last instalment of Project of the Week, featuring a whimsical apartment design by Chains Interior, click here to read it.
This week’s instalment of the Project of the Week series features a whimsical apartment design by 2023 SBID Awards Finalist, Chains Interior.
The process of building a home is like the story that began with the rabbit leading Alice into Wonderland. It is a journey of self-exploration, to fall into one’s own subconscious in ever-shifting cosmoses, and being there is to realize one’s deepest desires in life.
SBID Awards Category: Residential Apartment Under £1M
Practice: Chains Interior
Project: Macaron Wonderland
Location: Taipei, Taiwan
The client is a family of four, the hostess is elegant and enthusiastic, hoping that the home will be full of beautiful energy.
The concept for this project was inspired by “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.” Alice’s continuous and extraordinary encounters within Wonderland, as well as her observations and experiences, made us feel that it was a perfect fit for this house full of continuous surprises. In this design, we aimed to capture the whimsy and magic of Wonderland by infusing the space with elements of surprise, curiosity, and playfulness. Different atmospheres blend harmoniously, each element emanates a unique radiant energy, it is the home of dreams.
To me, the toughest part would be balancing creativity and practicality well. Interior design requires a balance between creative ideas and practical considerations. Innovative design concepts also need to consider factors such as functionality, safety, building codes, and budget limitations.
The highlight of this project lies in the diverse range of soft furnishings from various brands and the unique way they are combined, bringing a rich and distinctive style to the space. This mix-and-match and diverse design approach not only emphasizes the uniqueness of the living area but also showcases the residents’ creativity and individual tastes.
SBID is one of the most representative award in the world. The project is highly acknowledged in Asia competition and we want to know if it is also appreciated by an international audience.
Being listed in a world-renowned award enhances the company’s credibility and prestige within the industry. And also, the awards often generate extensive media coverage and attention, leading to increased visibility and exposure for the company. This exposure can attract new clients, partnerships, and projects.
Questions answered by Flora Mao, Lead Designer at Chains Interior.
If you missed the last instalment of Project of the Week, featuring a playfully futuristic cafe design by KLID, click here to read it.
This week’s instalment of the Project of the Week series features a playfully futuristic cafe design by 2023 SBID Awards Finalist, KLID.
Art Toy Cafe is an immersive coffee, art and internet celebrity cafe club designed as a social utopia for Generation Z. Taking the ROBBi art as the subject of the space, customers pretend to be space walkers who are both users and explorers. The designer took the space capsule as the design idea and extracted design elements to create a trendy cafe in terms of texture, lighting and colour. The whole cafe is like a living room in the vast universe and has a concept unlike any other cafe.
SBID Awards Category: Club & Bar Design
Project: Art Toy Cafe
Location: Cangzhou, China
This case will be a combination of coffee and art toy Internet celebrity cafe. To create a social utopia for Generation Z. Taking the ROBBi art as the subject of the space, customers pretend to be space walkers, who are both users and explorers. The designer took the space capsule as the design idea and extracted design elements to create a trendy cafe in terms of texture, lighting and colour. The whole cafe is like a living room in the vast universe, here to rest, chat. The new space is different from the same type of commercial space. The designer create an immersive experience.
The designer took the space capsule as the design idea and extracted design elements to create a trendy cafe in terms of texture, lighting and colour. The whole cafe is like a living room in the vast universe, here to rest, empty, daze, chat, and dialogue with the space. The arc design symbolises the beauty of the curve of celestial bodies. The different splicing methods of the built-up sofa create different social atmospheres. Metallic tone not only has a strong science fiction attribute, but also brings infinite extension of mechanical aesthetics.
Our biggest challenge was the integration of contemporary art and space. The art toys are endowed with more artistic attributes. Through the joint name and re-creation of the brand works with artists, the toys become the art toys with multiple attributes, not only the single piece of fun, but also the integration of the trend and art. The art toys are endowed with more artistic attributes. Through the joint name and re-creation of the brand works with artists, the toys become the art toys with multiple attributes, not only the single piece of fun, but also the integration of the trend and art. The new space is different from the same type of commercial space. Art toy to meet the spiritual world of the younger.
The white bar is made of artificial stone, and its smooth lines and gloss reflect the characteristic streamline of space furniture. The polished stainless steel furniture presents a mirror effect, and the coloured transparent gel furniture expresses the space atmosphere of future science and technology.
The reason for our participation in the SBID Awards is because it is a highly recognised international design accolade that focuses on celebrating innovation, excellence, and contributions to the design industry. As a design team, we have always strived to achieve higher levels of accomplishment within the field of design, and the SBID Awards provide a platform to showcase our work and engage with other exceptional designers. Additionally, participating in this award also helps to expand our influence, allowing more individuals to become acquainted with our design philosophy and style.
Being an Award Finalist has significant implications for both me and my business. Firstly, it signifies recognition for the sustained efforts and unwavering dedication we have put into our work, affirming our achievements within the design realm. This honor not only validates my personal endeavors but also acknowledges the collective contributions of our entire team. The finalist status has brought heightened exposure and awareness to our business. This exposure offers more people the opportunity to grasp our design philosophy, creativity, and professional caliber. As finalists, we are poised to establish a stronger reputation within the industry, solidifying our brand identity and attracting potential clients and partners.
Questions answered by Kris Lin, Founder of KLID.
If you missed the last instalment of Project of the Week, featuring a sustainable desert home design by Daniel Joseph Chenin, click here to read it.
Luxury US interiors brand Arteriors has moved to a larger showroom within the prestigious Design Centre in London’s Chelsea Harbour. A firm favourite amongst interior designers globally for both residential and commercial specifications, clientele will be delighted to find the new space within the same centre, on the 2nd floor of Design Centre East within unit 206.
The new 2,000 sqft showroom, 50% larger than the previous space, opened on September 18th, coinciding with the start of the centre’s Focus/23 design event.
Offering a wide breadth of furniture, lighting, accessories and wall décor, the space has been designed and curated by a highly experienced in-house team to showcase the scope of product available, with items displayed within specific room sets as well as an extensive offering of sconces presented on a dedicated wall display.
With the addition of a kitchenette offering complimentary product, an inviting reception area, and with a dedicated team on hand to assist with product queries and design conundrums, the new space is a must-visit for interiors afficionados.
“We’ve been calling the Design Centre our home away from home for 5 years now and are excited to welcome designers into the new larger showroom. London is one of the world’s premier design destinations so it made absolute sense to invest in this space which works as both our gateway to UK designers, and our European flagship as we continue to expand globally.
Our team have worked hard to fashion a space that showcases the depth in our range, with the upcoming launch featuring more than 200 new products from the Fall collection, including items from the beautiful collaboration with Barry Dixon. Our ‘room set’ designs allow us to present product within living and dining set ups equally – showcasing the brand as the ultimate destination for designers both residential and commercial.” – Terry Clayton, Senior Vice President, sales & marketing at Arteriors.
About Arteriors
Arteriors began 35 years ago as a boutique accessories company and has evolved into a global force in the design industry. With premier lighting, furniture and accessories, Arteriors redefines interior spaces through unexpected creativity and meticulous craftsmanship.
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