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Stunning Storage

Storage is the largest battle for any interior as it's perfectly natural not to want every possession on display, but so many storage options will compromise on the aesthetic of our spaces. We’ve found some artful sideboard designs by Cattelan Italia that stand alone as bold interior statements, all whilst doubling up as spacious storage for all your hidden gems. 

   
Pictured above: Royalton and Lavander

The Royalton Sideboard is regal in inspiration and features striking patterned polyurethane front doors available in 2 or 3 door options. If patterns are what you’re looking for, the Lavander Sideboard will deliver in a stylish and contemporary way. Featuring doors in brushed bronze or brushed grey lacquered wood with an undulating lavender-inspired embossed pattern that resembles an elegant weave. The design can come in optional high or low styles, and the storage compartments featuring glass shelves and can include optional graphite wood drawers in each section for added functionality. 

   
Pictured above: Chelsea and Kayak

For a simple yet effective approach, the Chelsea Sideboard is a stunning contemporary design featuring an eight-sided lacquered wood frame with a complimentary glass top and internal transparent clear glass shelves, all available in a choice of finishes. Or the Kayak Sideboard which stands out with its multifaceted doors and frame in a selection of finishes. The interior storage compartments come with clear glass shelves and can include optional internal drawers if required. 

   
Pictured above: Focus CrystalArt and  Carnaby

To really explore the potential for bold and artistic storage designs then consider the Focus CrystalArt Sideboard or the Carnaby Sideboard, both of which offer a small slice of art installation whilst cleverly hiding themselves as storage solutions. The Focus CrystalArt Sideboard is a unique design featuring a choice of decorative CrystalArt glass doors with a lacquered wood frame, and comes as either 2 or 3 door options. The Carnaby Sideboard features a distinctive detailing on the mirrored glass door fronts with vertical lines for a strikingly bold aesthetic. Both of these designs come with clear glass shelves and optional drawers in each compartment. 

So turn your storage solutions into the highlight and utilise a much needed room requirement to extend your design needs without losing all the space you need for your homely possessions.  

Rugs - Softening Space

When we consider the main elements of our spaces, they're often made up of hard materials such as wood, metal, concrete, brick and so on. Softening up a space is key to ensuring you allow warmth and comfort to be invited in. One of the most successful ways to introduce some softness to your interior is to add fabrics, and we suggest you start from the floor up. Here we’ve selected some of our top rugs that we know will soften the edges of any harder spaces.

   
Pictured above: Cementino and Luso by Calligaris 

The Cementino Rug by Calligaris is a plush polypropylene and polyester rug featuring a geometric pattern of mixed weaves in soft beiges and grey tones, creating an almost honeycomb effect. Available in a choice of sizes. Continuing the pattern aesthetic is the contemporary carved jacquard Luso Rug by Calligaris featuring raised chenille patterns of contrasting colour on a beige background. Both these rugs not only add a softness to your space but they also introduce some exciting new visual lines and patterns for you to bounce off. 

   
Pictured above:  Fenris and Gro by Fabula

For a more understated look, the Fenris Rug by Fabula is a hand-woven reversible rug composed of New Zealand wool on cotton warp featuring a two-colour chevron pattern in a mix of yarns for added volume and texture. The Gro Rug by Fabula adds warmth and comfort without pulling focus. This hand-pile loom rug features a graphic repeat pattern with a dark border to each end.

   
Pictured above: Gjall by Fabula and Radja by Cattelan Italia

If a more luxurious feel appeals to you, then the Gjall Rug by Fabula will offer you a deeply rich high-pile in soft viscose and is available in a wide range of colours and sizes to suit your space. The Radja Rug by Cattelan Italia will not only bring luxurious design, but it lends itself to a contemporary industrial look too. Featuring a textured pattern in neutral and turquoise colour, woven in chenille and cotton for a soft feeling underfoot. 

So add a touch of softness to your space and introduce a rug that brings you comfort, warmth and style from the floor up.

New Sits Sofa Collection

Contemporary sofa manufacturer Sits have released some exciting new designs that sit at the forefront of modern lounge comfort. Here we have selected some additions to the collection which ooze style and lend an exciting new meaning to modular. As always, availability in a huge array of unique fabrics, colours and finishes means endless looks for any one item. 

   
Pictured above: Edda Sofa

The Edda Sofa is completely customisable, from the layout configuration right through to whether to include armrests or not, providing you great flexibility to present this design any way you want to suit your interior. The bold square lines and deep seats provide a contemporary aesthetic and the entire unit is available in straight or corner styles, and a multitude of fabrics and finishes. 

   
Pictured above:  Paul Sofa

Similarly, the Paul Sofa is sleek and contemporary, with its clean lines, angled backrest, and broad armrests for comfort, this design takes the 'ordinary' and makes it extraordinary. Available in a wide selection of fabrics and finishes. 

   
Pictured above: Britt Sofa

If you like understated yet punchy designs then the Britt Sofa delivers. Featuring a low-rise back, slim armrests and cushioned backrest pillows, this relaxed design offers effortless design prowess. For even more of a statement, you can add optional flange-edged scatter cushions in a selection of sizes.

   
Pictured above: Colin Sofa Bed

The minimalist-inspired Colin Sofa Bed offers slim rectangular armrests that follow a wraparound back with welcoming cushions and discreet wood feet, all whilst disguising the functionality of turning into a bed for those occasions when you need more sleeping space. 

   
Pictured above: Uma Armchair

Lastly, new armchairs have cleverly delivered modern twists on a timeless blueprint. The Vera and Teddy Armchairs both offer confident takes on simple design, featuring high armrests that rise to meet a wraparound backrest, and broad seats showcasing soft square lines. For a more retro stamp, the Uma Armchair is characterised by a boldly rounded shape and an oversized seat cushion — it also has the option of a swivelling base. 

So explore the latest designs from a brand that can turn the contemporary seat into new timeless classics to be appreciated for many years to come — and extend your interiors up into very comfortable new heights. 

Luxury Eco Getaways

Eco-consciousness has become much more than just a movement; it's part of our day-to-day. More of us are looking for ways we can enjoy life without having to compromise on our planet promises. Let's consider holidays; nowadays many luxury getaways not only deliver on sustainability, but will also inspire some new ways of eco-conscious living. Here are just a few that have piqued our interest. 

   
Pictured above: Jewting Surf, Sri Lanka

Jewting Surf - Sri Lanka
Located on the eastern edge of this stunning teardrop island, Jewting Surf demonstrates just how simple and harmonious luxury and eco-tourism can be. The entire space features natural ventilation, harnessing the beauty of their climate to its full potential and minimising their carbon footprint, and is constructed of wood, palm leaves, and dried iluk grass so as to mirror the adjacent natural surroundings and not disturb the surrounding vegetation. Jewting is a jewel in the ecotourism sphere and one worth exploring. 

   
Pictured above:  Soneva Kiri, Thailand

Soneva Kiri - Thailand
Creators of luxurious and sustainable resorts across the globe, Soneva is committed to crafting the best experiences in luxury and eco-tourism. Their Soneva Kiri resort in Thailand has specifically designed a Carbon Calculator to monitor the footprint of its operations. They are always considering new ways to be more environmentally conscious whilst combining their promise of luxury, as proven by the creation of their own organic garden which produces the freshest and most sumptuous of ingredients, all whilst minimising their carbon footprint by not importing produce over long distances. 

   
Pictured above: Mashpi Lodge, Ecuador

Mashpi Lodge - Ecuador
Bringing together the local community and environment to support a thriving getaway, Mashpi Lodge is the place to explore and discover the natural environment of Choco-Andean rainforest and its 400 species of bird, frogs, trees and endemic species. The construction of this resort was so carefully planned that not a single tree was removed, and the local residents of surrounding communities can be part of the shareholders scheme to help build a resort with sustainability at its core. 

   
Pictured above: Bambu Indah, Bali

Bambu Indah - Bali
A jungle retreat with the luxury of a hotel service, Bambu Indah combines the vibrance and power of its natural jungle surroundings and fuses that with all the convenience of a hotel styled service complete with daily yoga classes and fine candlelit dining at the majestic Minang House which overlooks the river valley. The hand-carved teak houses and bamboo huts utilise the natural elements for their construction which is mirrored in the use of their naturally derived swimming pools. 

So we needn't compromise on our next getaway; we can combine luxury experiences with sustainable living while we're there.