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Mood of the month
We’re taking cues from the sunny, laid-back style most commonly found in beachside interiors dotted along California’s coast for this look, which is dominated by earthy colours, surfer-esque wave shapes and furniture that wouldn’t look out of place in a 1970s dream home
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colour
Draga & Aurel enthusiasts won’t be the only people excited about the studio’s latest technicolour piece: ‘Glint’. We’re convinced everyone will be mesmerised by this cabinet’s pastel hues and glossy glow. Its striking doors are crafted from sheets of the studio’s signature acrylic-plastic resin, Lucite, which has a milky, opaline finish and fluorescent highlights. Price on application (rossanaorlandi.com).
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outdoor
With its contemporary shapes and utilitarian design ethos, Space Copenhagen’s new outdoor range for &Tradition ‘celebrates life in any outdoor context’. Named ‘Thorvald’ after Copenhagen’s Thorvaldsens Museum, it comprises a solid-steel side table, café table, dining table and stackable chairs, and comes in ivory, black or forest-green.
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Turning inside-out
Two years in the making, Soho Home’s first outdoor-furniture collection highlights its members’ club expertise in knowing what it takes to really have fun al fresco
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A new thread
One of Italy’s most historical fabric houses has enlisted the help of one of the country’s hottest design studios to spearhead a new creative direction, and we love it
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Molteni’s world
As the quintessential ‘made in Italy’ brand turns 90, it is offering an exclusive glimpse into its stylish universe with a definitive new book
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Signor non-stop
To date, he has worked with every major Italian furniture manufacturer going, yet at the age of 74 architect and industrial designer Antonio Citterio’s Maxalto range proves he’s showing no signs of slowing down
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Delicate metals
Is it over for Y2K-styled tubular chrome furniture? We think so. After years of chunky and inflated silhouettes dominating interiors, a slew of magnetic designs are embracing a more streamlined, ornamental aesthetic. High shine still reigns supreme, but today, metals such as aluminium and stainless steel are taking on forms that meet at the intersection of art, furniture and jewellery. These treasures are designed to adorn a room and act as a reflection of elegant personal style rather than take centre-stage.
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Enkei
Introducing the Swedish lighting studio with a mission to shine a light on reuse and make sustainable materials beautiful
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Amechi Mandi
The Cameroon-born designer finds pride and inspiration in precious beaded textiles that speak to his heritage
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Magazine racks
The titles you choose to read (or display) say a lot about you, which is why storage and curation matter. Want the latest copy of ELLE Decoration within reach? Striving to impress guests with an exhibit of back issues? These racks are the ultimate way to get your glossy library in order
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Aram at 60
The groundbreaking design store celebrates a landmark anniversary with a limited-edition launch and the return of its fêted gallery space
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Molly Ringwald
A person of note tells us what they’re watching, listening to and more…
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Wagner Kreusch
Impressive floral installations and intriguing ikebana sculptures typify the expertly curated world of this avant-garde florist
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My Milan… Joseph Grima
We asked the architect, critic, curator and editor to share his insider’s guide to the city as the design world descends for the biggest event in the calendar
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Words to live by
Inspiration comes in many forms this month, whether you’re seeking a different perspective on art, food or design
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Calico
It may seem simple and unprepossessing, but Kassia St Clair reveals how this textile has fuelled change, shaped tastes and continues to inspire today
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Florence Broadhurst
The Australian wallpaper designer, whose life was often as colourful as her creations, continues to fascinate today
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Shalini Misra
The British interior designer whose projects reveal a passion for art, craft and layered narratives
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Dates for your design diary…
As the days get warmer, outdoor events are springing up all over – from al fresco dining at Ladbroke Hall to a vibrant waterside artwork at the Barbican
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The master in the matchbox
By wrapping his tiny Milan bolthole in mirrors and timber, Marco Lavit has crafted a quiet refuge for rest and reflection
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MILAN DESIGN WEEK
Ready for the design world’s biggest week? We have curated the ultimate edit of launches, exhibitions and other highlights across Salone del Mobile and beyond, but first we catch up with British stars, established and new, for exclusive insights into some of the biggest events across the city
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The best of the brands
Whether they’re at the official Salone del Mobile exhibition, where a staggering 2,000 stands are planned, or based at their own city-centre showrooms, these are the companies and pieces we can’t wait to see
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More to explore across the city…
Away from the bustle of the fair, the Fuorisalone offers a plethora of extra inspiration
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New design stores in the city
Milan is undergoing a facelift, with decorating and furniture brands opening new flagships
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Luxury-fashion collaborations
The lines between design and fashion blur as clothing brands remain big news
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Open a portal
One of the most showstopping tricks in the modern interior-design book, this architectural device artistically divides space and frames views – plus there’s an option for any home…
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SPOTLIGHT ON
To coincide with Milan’s annual explosion of design newness, we take a moment to illuminate future classics and timeless pieces whose shine never dims
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Sensitive soul
In a Sydney conservation area, Studio Prineas’s stealthy update to a charming 1930s cottage offers sustainability with a touch of zen
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CURVE APPEAL
When she got the chance to turn her Chelsea rental into a forever home, one interior designer refused to compromise on colour and personality
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OPEN-DOOR POLICY
A showcase for its owner’s own designs, this light-touch Paris apartment is an homage to superlative craft in all its forms
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Stijl life
The sense of calm serenity that fills this canalside home is down to the pale tones that dress its elegant modernist form
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MODERN THEATRICS
All the world’s a stage, but not every kitchen. Hidden behind a unique take on a theatre curtain, the heart of this Milan home is a clue to its dramatic nature
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Put it in neutral
Dialling back the colour in this London home allowed Elicyon founder Charu Gandhi to reveal its grand proportions in all their original Regency glory
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Bedtime stories
Seeing things from a child’s perspective allowed Matilda Goad to create an enchanting (and flexible) space for her two youngest family members
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Small wonders
Whether for newborns, toddlers or teens, these designs are practical yet contemporary pieces that have the power to unleash youthful creativity
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Designing for big kids
These wallpapers and fabrics may be meant for children’s rooms, but why should little ones have all the fun? With serious design credentials, they’ll appeal to all ages
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Growing pains
Baby-proofing your home is one thing, but future-proofing interiors so that they stand up to the demands of a child’s changing tastes is another. Eva Wiseman grapples with the conundrum
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The importance of play
As the Design Museum delves into the work of the great Enzo Mari for its new exhibition, we explore the designer’s mission to expand young minds
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Adventure playground
Nurseries, play areas and children’s bedrooms are a rare opportunity to showcase imagination and defy conventional design rules – from outlandish colour schemes to unusual layouts and more…
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EASY WAYS TO SUBSCRIBE SPRING SALE
The style magazine for your home
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May 2008
The past teaches us about the future, so we’ve delved into the ELLE Decoration archives to find wisdoms that can be applied today…
