Inspiration

LauraOakes_gallery3

Laura Oakes Talks Design

Published in Inspiration.

Laura Oakes stole the show at January’s Maison et Objet exhibition in Paris, her beautiful designs catching the attention of everyone. One of the new faces of British design, she has brought her colourful and whimsical style to the forefront of home accessories. Showcasing the importance of quality and individuality she talks to The LuxPad… Read more »

The-Great-Gatsby-Movie-2013-1000x625

Great Gatsby Fever

Published in Inspiration.

FINALLY the wait is over and the hugely anticipated film release of Baz Lurhman’s The Great Gatsby is here, and the world has got itself in a flapper (see what we did there?!) with all things 1920’s. The glitz & glamour, the elegance & excess, it’s everywhere from fashion to interiors this summer. We can’t… Read more »

harry-mug (3)

Interview with Harry Villiers

Published in Inspiration.

Harry Villiers is one of three very talented brothers who founded luxury furniture design company Villiers. Based in rural Essex, their workshop is a cavernous wonderland of bespoke manufacture and specialist craftsmanship. Each item of Villiers furniture is a piece of art for the home, and each brother brings a different talent to the table… Read more »

Card crop

Afternoon Tea

Published in Inspiration.

Afternoon Tea is no longer reserved for the upper classes, today this quintessentially British pastime is as popular as ever and is setting the trends for your table this season. Bringing a new sense of purpose to the table setting, and a sense of occasion that is often forgotten, Afternoon Tea is as much about… Read more »