At this year’s New York Design Week, Fiona Barratt Campbell, of British based FBC London, presented her latest collection. The luxury bespoke furniture design house is known for its’ large, luxe pieces with ample sleek silhouettes that are welcome useable elements throughout her clients’ homes. Always imaginative in her use of materials, Fiona is thoughtful in how her pieces will be used, lived in, and lived with. From the heavy, full caste aluminum outdoor seating collection, that easily makes its way to the kitchen table; to seating upholstered in the rich and supple woven fabrics of your dreams from textile designer Rosemary…
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The blue-green glow of the Paraíba tourmaline is the cornerstone of an exceptional new creation by Arnold & Son, introduced to the world at the Geneva Watch Days event. Luna Magna Ultimate II is adorned with PVD-treated ruthenium crystals. Encircled by baguette-cut diamonds, the dial adopts the same shade as the Paraíba, which is one of the rarest and most precious gemstones and is pavé-set on the three-dimensional astronomical moon. Luna Magna Ultimate II, a limited edition of eight pieces, takes Arnold & Son’s manufacture creations to exclusive new heights. With this launch, Arnold & Son releases a new high-jewelry version…
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Many people in the world love to pursue luxurious items for a host of reasons. Those who have the means to get their hands on these things do so because they see them as the best quality. Whether it’s jewelry from Rafka, cars from Porsche, clothes from Missoni, or the finest musical instruments, people who can afford the best want the best. It’s that simple. Piano players would love nothing more than to get their hands on the iconic Sphynx grand from Bechstein, which took over 1600 painstaking hours to build from the finest materials. You can also spend a…
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Life happens when you’re busy making other plans. The rush and swirl of to-do lists, endless news flashes – domestic and international, family gatherings and contemplation about taking that new job; everything playing out against the backdrop of your home and the important spaces of your life. There are very few constants. The need for a balanced, grounding energy can never be underestimated and sometimes from that backdrop something can rise up, as if a spotlight has been shown upon it and you see it with a renewed understanding, of not just its use but its purpose in your life.…
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Art is transformative, groundbreaking and seductive. Something as delicate as a drawing of a butterfly or imposing like large sculptural columns dripping in gold; historic as a tiny carved animal from ancient Greece or a glittering contemporary glasswork, art transports the viewer to a shared vision and moment in time with the creator, a glimpse inside the often inscrutable human mind. There we find beauty. Once again New York City is privileged to host a veritable consortium of the most trained eyes in the art world during the annual Salon Art + Design. The premiere event showcases world renown galleries…
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LASVIT recently unveiled their latest design concept at the Czech Consulate in Milan as part of the Perspectives exhibition– A:Live & Fireborn. They showcased a virtual dream house where kinetic light breathed life into the spaces. A glittering, dancing lighting centerpiece whose movements endlessly captivates the eye like a chic kaleidoscopic artform. The concept was designed for hospitality spaces, private residences, and even luxury yachts, where different aesthetic styles can be achieved by changing the glass components. “Life is never stagnant. On the contrary, it is in constant flux. Just as we are constantly moving and changing, so too does the…
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New York based hospitality design atelier Tihany Design, has explored new boundaries of a true flexible space in their latest design, the Zanotta House. Is it a showroom? Residence? Event Space? The famous 23 Cornelia Street brownstone featuring an extremely rare private NYC indoor swimming pool, previously owned by singing legend Taylor Swift and inspiration for the 2019 song entitled “Cornelia Street”, has experienced a metamorphosis under the watchful eye if the managing partner, Alessia Genova, to become ‘A Space To Celebrate Relationships’. Evolution of use, designed to fit every need. A meeting place that embraces people, stories, cultures, passions,…
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With a company motto of, ‘A Million Years In The Making’, there is considerable anticipation for the final reveal of what could possibly be worth waiting that long for. This year Studio Greytak is unveiling their Universe Collection that is nothing short of impactful, in every sense of the word. Dramatic and reminiscent of exploding stars and intergalactic collisions, the Universe Collection is like an artistic freezeframe of cosmic proportions. Harnessing our own Earth born gems and minerals for an out of this world sculptural experience. Guy Regal NYC, a dealer of fine art, furniture and decorative designs, is hosting…
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The internationally acclaimed artists and silversmiths of Madrid’s design maison Garrido, have recently unveiled a powerful new collection, The Onyx Selection. Harnessing their impactful angles and forms that Garrido is so known for, they have reimagined their metallic design codes of highly reflective finishes of yellow gold, rose gold, and brasses, to the opposite end of Mother Nature’s spectrum and this time are exploring her darker side. The skilled know-how of their seasoned craftsmen are achieving all the drama with a special nickel alloy-plating metal technique, breathing a new life into the their pieces which are reminiscent of a sculptural…
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A breath of fresh air is more important than ever and the blue skies and sunny days of spring have been beckoning us to step into the sun and celebrate the simple things of life. FBC London’s award winning founder Fiona Barratt-Campbell, has created artful, sculptural forms of outdoor furniture as part of her new collection. Carefully chosen pieces help to create the stage for your special spring celebrations with friends and family, sipping appertivos and making the most of time together. The indoor – outdoor feeling of this collection means you can make the most of each piece. Textural…