Style and the City
We may live in an age of globalised trends, but thankfully much of interior style retains distinct local flavours, providing us with rich seams of inspiration. Here are a few of our favourite cities and the styles they inspire.
Sunderland Road House by 2LG Studio
Pink is a difficult colour to master. Luckily, Jordan Cluroe and Russell Whitehead at 2LG Studio are at hand with a masterclass on how to apply the colour in an elegant and contemporary way.
Sofa So Good
The sofa is, without doubt, the focal point of the living room. Not only does it set the tone of the interior scheme, it is also one of the more expensive items of furniture you will purchase. It is therefore important to choose the right sofa that fits your style and also the right accessories to go with it.
No 1 Private Residence in Amsterdam by zU-Studio
It is a sign of great architecture when structural elements become the defining feature of an interior space, creating a unique atmosphere more effectively than interior decoration can on its own. A good example is this penthouse apartment on Vondelstraat in Amsterdam, designed by zU-Studio.
Food and Furniture Matching - A Style Guide
Forget about wine pairing! For truly special occasions you want to make sure your furniture and lighting are a perfect match for your food.
Furniture Collection by Ann Demeulemeester for Serax
Ann Demeulemeester is renowned for her intellectually rigorous and minimalist aesthetic. Admirers of her style have been able to replicate it at home since 2019, thanks to her collaboration with Belgian design brand Serax. The partnership has blossomed over the years and now includes a full range of furniture.
Summer in the City
As the mercury rises our thoughts turn to holidays, and also to the inevitably delays at the airport, rowdy crowds and lost luggage. This summer it's time to say no to travel hassle and enjoy the best that your hometown has to offer. Here is our definitive guide to styling your home for the perfect VFH (vacation from home).
Osprey Barns by Studio Bartolotta and Jesse Parris-Lamb
At first sight, it is hard to believe that this peculiar building, occupying an enviable beach-front spot on Canfield Island in Connecticut, is a family home. With its barn-like structure, Critall-style windows and enormous double smoke-stack chimneys, you could have easily mistaken this 8 bedroom house as an industrial relic from the Victorian era.
Sleep in Style
Your bedroom should be a sanctuary, a serene space not just for sleeping but also for a spot of meditation, duvet day lounging and the odd wild party. Here is our guide on how to furnish your bedroom to suit your every mood.
Cruquiusweg 89 A, Amsterdam: EUR 1,380,000
This unusual loft apartment at the De Loods building has a storied past, having undergone various uses from a chocolate factory to a paper recycling plant. In its latest incarnation, the warehouse was rebuilt as loft apartments.
Master the Graphic Look
If you are attracted to a minimalist aesthetic but don't want your space to look like a soulless hospital clinic, the graphic look is perfect for you. Characterised by clean lines with shapes and colours that are orderly and structured, this is minimalism supercharged with a bold streak.
Maxon Studio by Olson Kundig
All little boys like trains, so it seems. So to have a little house which can move along a rail track must be every boy's dream come true. This whimsical idea was dreamt up by the architects at Olson Kundig whilst they were designing a new house for Lou Maxon