Calibre Climate was commissioned to design and install air conditioning and mechanical ventilation to a lateral apartment in a famous John Nash Grade II Listed crescent building overlooking Regent’s Park, in collaboration with House of Design Architects and Sonsino Turcan Construction.
At the outset, the design was heavily influenced by the interior design intent – the client’s vision was for a natural, earthy feel supported by neutral tones and a variety of textures in a geometric style. The air conditioning was designed to blend with architectural elements, leading to a clean and uncluttered finish with linear features.
While the façade was retained, the building behind it was completely reconfigured, allowing an array of options for equipment concealment and air terminations. The open plan layout simplified the number of air terminals required, allowing us to minimise the visual impact of the installation on the space.
In the main open plan living area, comprising the study, dining room and living room, simple twin slot diffusers were integrated into the underside of the coffered ceiling, complementing the geometry of the bespoke crittall partitioning separating the study and dining room. A similar solution was installed in the kitchen, with the diffusers running the full length of the wall section over the crittall door into the pantry to frame the space.
Tying in with the monochromatic colour palette selected in the bathrooms, single slots flush in the ceiling were selected for bathroom ventilation, keeping the overall look and feel smooth and cohesive.
Integral to the project were listed building constraints, which had to be considered at every stage to remain true to the historic character of the property. The end result is a beautifully tailored solution, in complete harmony with the space – blending into the existing architectural features in a minimalist way and complementing the linear nature of the wider design.
About Calibre Climate
Calibre is London's air conditioning design, installation and aftercare specialist for prime residential properties. From sound surveys and planning applications to integrating equipment in joinery with beautifully discreet air terminals, we design and deliver quiet, concealed, luxury air conditioning systems tailored specifically to the interior design requirements of each client and property. Our unique consulting process, engaging with the wider design team from concept stage, enables end-to-end delivery of technically astute solutions that blend seamlessly with the architectural and aesthetic intent and character of each individual property.
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We are delighted to introduce a new collection of small-scale, geometric designs that builds on the success of our recent Small Prints and Bibi launches.
These 5 designs are printed onto tumbled, 100% linen cloth with a relaxed, soft touch. Perfect for curtains, blinds, fixed and loose upholstery.
The free-flowing and tonal movement of this stylized coral, which was inspired by a small section of a traditional chintz from the 1800s, give it an endearingly natural appearance.
LF2398C / LF2427FR Available in 7 colourways
This pattern is derived from 17th-century domino paper used as book endpaper. The Linwood design team successfully blended a contemporary aesthetic into the design. Through its gentle, delicate flow, Helter Skelter celebrates the natural feel of the stylized fern.
LF2399C / LF2429FR Available in 19 colourways
With the immutable quality of a traditional block print, this basketweave pattern has a dynamic movement created by its multidirectional lines and varied tones.
LF2395C / LF2425FR Available in 9 colourways
With scalloped edges redolent of passementerie, Waltzer has an informal feel that captures the enchantment of sound waves.
LF2397C / LF2427FR Available in 7 colourways
This lively, casual stripe is presented on pure linen fabric and is based on an old Indian pattern discovered by the design team during their travels.
LF2396C / LF2426FR Available in 4 colourways
About Linwood
Our Hampshire-based family business puts excellence at the heart of everything we do. We straddle the worlds of creativity and innovation to produce distinctive collections of fabrics, wallpapers and cushions that are bursting with fresh ideas, while retaining the quality and artistry we are renowned for.
Gaggenau, the luxury brand for professional grade home appliances, introduces its latest innovation, the Essential Induction cooktop. Seamlessly integrated into the kitchen's worktop, it represents the epitome of freedom, flexibility, and cutting-edge design for culinary enthusiasts.
The new induction cooktop is distilled to its essentials: the LED ‘dot’, the worktop surface, and the performance control knob. These elements are all that are visible. The result is a clear countertop that provides unmatched convenience and aesthetic appeal, transforming the cooking experience into a true architectural masterpiece.
The Essential Induction cooktop is designed to integrate exclusively with Dekton stone countertops. These ultra-compact, stain- and scratch-resistant surfaces are available in 60 finishes, designs and colours to complement any kitchen design. Gaggenau's distinctive front-mounted performance control knobs assist users throughout the cooking process. The dot, a smart centre light within the cooking zone, shows the user where to place the cookware, warns of residual heat and vanishes when not in use, transforming the cooktop island into a versatile area suitable for preparation, serving, dining, working and socialising.
To ensure efficient cooking, Gaggenau has developed removable magnetic surface protectors for your existing cookware. These protectors not only mitigate any noise of the pan moving across the stone surface and safeguard the worktop but also ensure the conductivity of the induction modules, guaranteeing optimal cooking performance. The Essential Induction cooktop offers the full Gaggenau capabilities: keep warm and boost functions and an illuminated performance control knob in stainless steel or black. Combining the Gaggenau ceiling extractors provides a harmonious kitchen environment, especially for open-plan designs.
"Our longstanding commitment to innovation has often changed the dynamic of cooking. From the first integrated, eye-level appliances, to downdraft ventilation and pioneering steam cooking for the private kitchens, our technological advances have always created genuine human benefits. Today we champion The Essential Induction cooktop, an innovation that will not only change the way people cook but also how they choose to interact and socialise in the modern, open plan kitchen." - Dr Peter Goetz, Managing Director of Gaggenau.
The Essential Induction cooktop is a result of Gaggenau's dedication to timeless design, craftsmanship and innovation. This addition to their renowned collection of luxury appliances is set to revolutionise the kitchen landscape, empowering users to explore their culinary passions without compromise.
The Essential Induction cooktop will be available for purchase beginning May 2024.
About Gaggenau
Gaggenau is a manufacturer of high-quality home appliances and is acknowledged as an innovation leader in design and technology “Made in Germany”. The company, with a history dating back to 1683, has revolutionised the domestic kitchen with its internationally acclaimed products. Gaggenau’s success is founded on technological innovation and a clear design language combined with high functionality. Gaggenau has been a subsidiary of BSH Hausgeräte GmbH in Munich since 1995 and is currently represented in more than 50 countries with 25 flagship showrooms in major cities around the world.
In March, Bolon is relaunching Graphic, a design concept that is contemporary, nostalgic, and avant-garde – all at once. The updated collection retains several of its classics and adds a stripe design and a new leathery warp colour.
"Weaves and textiles have always been a great source of inspiration for me! The designs in Graphic can be derived from a selection of classic textile patterns", says Lisa Jarhult, Product Developer and Designer at Bolon.
The collection consists of four timeless patterns: Herringbone, a true classic zigzag pattern, Gradient that celebrates eclectic aesthetics with soft textile references, String, Mache, Tan, Etch a group with a discrete pattern that has the ability to blend in without ever being ordinary, and the newcomer, Duo, a symmetric stripe that is both elegant and edgy.
"The new pattern Duo has a subtle colour range with three colours, but each has its own expression - one crisp, one soft and one spicy. In developing the new warp colour, we were looking for a colour with the perfect balance of a comforting, soft brown and spicy orange. Just like the name Cinnamon indicates, we found a warm, sweet neutral colour with confidence!" says Lisa.
Effortless combinations can be made within the collection, and Graphic also opens up for new exciting matches with other Bolon flooring and rugs.
All Bolon flooring and rugs contain 68% waste material with 0% climate impact. On top of that, all products are 100% made in Sweden in our climate-neutral production.
Available worldwide now!
About BOLON UK
Bolon specialise in the creation of high-performance design floorings. They believe in design for the long run. Where durability and aesthetics are equally important. Where effortless cleanability and maintenance comes naturally, and honest sustainability stands above it all. Produced using 100% renewable energy and recycled materials, Bolon's high quality flooring solutions are specified for contract interiors, featuring in the offices of renowned brands around the world. When you design interiors with Bolon flooring as a base, you are set with an extensive palette of colours, shapes and patterns - making the design possibilities endless.
The Sync design series from Dornbracht complements style-conscious and progressive kitchen interiors. The tapered design transition between body and spout is the primary characteristic of the fitting, with the inner contour of the groove-free lever running parallel to it. With its dynamic, forward-facing design language, Sync offers function as well as form for a timeless piece that is easy to use in the kitchen.
Whether paired with natural stone and concrete, copper and terrazzo or stainless steel and wood: Sync enhances texture contrasts in the kitchen to unique effects. The resulting creative ensembles satisfy both virtuoso cooks and interior enthusiasts.
Sync is available as a pull-down single-lever mixer with spray function, or as a professional single-lever mixer. There is a wide choice of finishes – from Dark Chrome, to Brushed Platinum, to Champagne (22kt Gold).
About Dornbracht UK & Ireland
Dornbracht, with headquarters in Iserlohn, Germany, is a leading specialist for superior designer fittings and accessories for bathrooms, spas and kitchens. The company was founded in 1950 and today is internationally renowned among architects, designers and luxury consumers for its product portfolio in more than 125 markets. As an ultra-luxury brand, Dornbracht prides itself on its innovative technology and "Made in Germany" manufacturing standards which are made possible by state-of-the-art production technologies and highly qualified employees. The brand is driven by its clearly defined Design Principles which ensure every product will remain timeless and relevant for generations to come, characteristics for which Dornbracht has achieved worldwide recognition.
Tapping into the beauty of linen, Laon from Skopos offers up 22 chalky linen tones in a superb linen-look quality. Broadening the offer of Skopos flame retardant blackout fabrics, Laon brings natural matt texture to contract curtains. The distinctive texture of the woven face gives a natural variation in the colour and with a choice of calming blues, neutrals and soft greens, Laon provides a beautiful finishing touch for pelmets and windows and has an incredibly soft handle and elegant drape. Perfect for build to rent, hospitality and other commercial environments. Laon provides 100% blackout, without the need for curtain lining.
The collection is offered as wide-width, for easy and quick curtain make-up for contract windows. 100% Polyester with FR backing, 4 pass blackout, the fabric is washable at 30 degrees and achieves UK, European and IMO standards for fire retardancy.
Skopos also offers a comprehensive range of FR blackout (and dimout) roller blinds, available in a wide range of colours, with printed options for further choice.
Blackout curtains and blinds, alongside expert fitting, provide a complete blackout solution for areas such as bedrooms and cinema rooms, where light obscurity is vital for complete relaxation.
The Skopos team offer a full service or fabric only option, providing choice for our customers, with expertise in design, make-up (curtains, cushions and bedding), fitting and installation. Skopos Fabrics Ltd are dedicated to design, service and best performance.
Samples and shade-cards of Laon are available immediately. All colours available as a stocked item.
About Skopos Fabrics Ltd
Skopos has over 50 year's experience of supplying innovative statement fabrics and soft furnishings into flagship hotels, marine interiors and other commercial spaces. Working globally with designers and specifiers, the Skopos brand thrives on innovation. Skopos fabrics deliver on style but also meet the needs of customers looking for technical assurance and key attributes, such as acoustic options, impervious upholstery fabrics, antimicrobial and blackout; providing a fabric-only, or made-to-measure and installation service. Accredited as a Carbon Neutral organisation in 2023, sustainable operations go hand in hand with the development of new recycled products and the use of local suppliers.
The Myers Touch, renowned for its award-winning kitchen designs and commitment to brand-partner quality, is delighted to introduce its partnership with ADL Design, a leading Italian brand which specialises in the design and manufacturing of contemporary glass, wood, and aluminium-framed doors and room dividers.
The partnership enables their design team to offer a variety of modern door systems and privacy solutions in a range of styles and finishes in an open-plan interior plan. The ADL Design collection seamlessly blends aesthetics with functionality, allowing designers to unify open-plan kitchen-living spaces in a dynamic, flowing manner while optimising natural light within the home.
ADL Designs’ contemporary collection offers 14 different types of door openings and room dividers including sliding systems, pull and internal wall sliding doors, swing doors, pivot hinge doors, folding opening systems, glass, and aluminium flush doors. Customers can explore studio showcases of the door systems and view finish samples at their Winchester studio.
For example, their range of sliding and hinged door models flexible room dividers have the advantage of buffering room acoustics due to their double glass design which is the ideal solution for creating a defined kitchen space, wine room, home gym or office within an open plan living scheme without compromising on natural light and connectivity. Additionally, for those looking for contemporary, swing doors their ‘Tesa’ flush door is the ideal solution for sectioning hidden kitchen spaces such as boot rooms, utility rooms or walk-in larder spaces.
For visual transparency in open-space spaces, their ‘Mies’ double-glazed partition system available in a range of different finishes is designed to be a continuous glass wall which allows light to stream into the surrounding space. The system also adds a greater perception of space to a home as the door system retains visual flow and connectivity in a home, whilst also creating distinct zones, so the illusion of a larger, more open area can be achieved.
For a streamlined look, the ADL Design ‘Mitica’ glass door system is ideal for defining yet separating functional spaces in a home such as a kitchen and living spaces. The sliding pocket doors in this collection are available as both single and double panels, with a pull handle in the upright rod to close the recessed door which can fully recede into a wall when in use.
The ADL Design ‘Deco’ sliding door design, which can be seen in The Myers Touch studio featured as a divider on their own-brand Möbelife kitchen display, is an attractive door solution which acts as a striking moving wall. Fully customisable in terms of size and finish, the ‘Deco’ design is available in a range of glass with features such as internal mesh, texture, transparent or frosted, and its range of aluminium geometric frame options is the ideal choice for those looking to bring a touch of industrial-style chic to their home.
Their ’Line’ screen divider is ideal for large open-plan spaces and perfect for those kitchen spaces that are created to have a ‘broken-plan’ kitchen layout, as it offers designers the flexibility to close spaces off, create privacy or provide sound insulation when other activities are taking place at the same time such as entertaining, relaxing, studying or cooking.
About The Myers Touch
We are The Myers Touch, award-winning interior architects and designers who specialise in creating luxury kitchen living spaces. Our goal is to enrich your life through the creation of an exceptional kitchen space that reflects your practical, aesthetic and emotional aspirations. We believe every kitchen should contain elements of beauty, efficiency and personalisation – a place that expresses Light, Space and Laughter for you.
Are you an up-and-coming designer? A current student or recent graduate in design, architecture or similar? Introducing We Build Marvels: an open design competition by RAK Ceramics.
RAK Ceramics, founded in 1989 and headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, is one of the biggest ceramic brands in the world – selling 118 million square metres of tiles and 5.7 million pieces of sanitaryware per year. RAK Ceramics helps to build marvels, with its products featuring in some of the most iconic buildings in the world, from the Burj Khalifa in Dubai to the 02 Arena in London.
This competition encourages entrants to celebrate that prestige through a creative design proposal.
- Put together a design proposal for a physical piece of art that you will make, using products from the RAK Ceramics Surfaces catalogue and/or Bathroom catalogue. - The artwork size must not exceed 1m wide x 2m tall. - The theme of the artwork must be inspired by ‘We Build Marvels’ and RAK Ceramics would like it to celebrate the origins of the brand. - Make sure the proposal is detailed and demonstrates originality, innovation and creativity. - Submit your design proposal using the online form by 12th April 2024.
RAK Ceramics will announce three finalists on 12th April 2024. If you’re a finalist, you’ll be sent the proposed materials and will have a 4-week window to make your art. You’ll then be invited to bring your art to the RAK Ceramics Design Hub before Clerkenwell Design Week (21st to 23rd May 2024).
The winner will be chosen during the event and the winning piece will be displayed in the window for three months. In addition, the winner will receive £1,000, with 2nd place getting £300 and 3rd place getting £200.
1. All entrants must be aged 18 years or above. 2. All entrants must be UK-based. 3. All entrants must be either a current student in further education or someone who has graduated within the last year. 4. Entrants cannot be associated with RAK Ceramics in any way. 5. All entries to be submitted by 12th April 2024 via the online form. 6. The judges are looking for an original idea in the proposal. Please do not submit a piece of work that is a copy of another artist’s image. 7. You can use other materials for your art, but RAK Ceramics products must be predominantly used and celebrated. 8. By entering this competition and if chosen as a finalist, you must be able to transport your piece of art to the RAK Ceramics Design Hub in London before Clerkenwell Design Week 2024 – and agree to it being on display. It will also be photographed for promotional purposes, such as social media.
About RAK Ceramics Ltd
RAK Ceramics products feature in some of the most iconic buildings in the world. Known for a wide product range and the ability to produce bespoke solutions for both small and large scale projects, RAK Ceramics enable clients to bring their ideas to life. They respect, inspire, improve and deliver; today, tomorrow, no matter the ambition, no matter the challenge, RAK Ceramics take care of all the details, so you don’t have to. Their passion and expertise combined with a careful attention to detail means they can provide you with a range of integrated ceramics solutions, allowing you freedom to be creative and plenty of room for imagination.
In 2023, Marmo were invited to supply and install the Venetian Plaster finishes for the Louis Vuitton store in Heathrow’s Terminal 3. This was an exciting opportunity for us, and one of our most bespoke projects to date.
For this project, the client was specifying Venetian Plaster as an alternative to wallpaper, due to the strict fire regulations in place at Heathrow Airport. We were therefore tasked with creating Venetian Plaster finishes to replicate several wallpaper samples provided by the client, utilising innovative tools and application techniques in order to meet the project’s unique design requirements.
One of the finishes specified for the store ceiling was an adaptation of Louis Vuitton’s signature monogram canvas. This was a complex effect to replicate, requiring a custom stencil, a bespoke colour match, and application of two contrasting Venetian Plaster finishes, our Marmorino Spatula and Pitted Venetian Plaster.
Alongside this stencilled design, we created a several other bespoke samples including a glossy wave finish, a raked finish, a brushed metallic finish, and a finish replicating the effect of embossed metal, each specified for various wall areas and accent panels throughout the store.
Our works were phased over three months, from June to September 2023. The accent panels were delivered to our workshop in Epsom to be coated, whilst the remainder of the works were completed on site during night shifts. The ceiling design was particularly labour-intensive, involving the application of 175 sheets of vinyl stencil and the manual removal of 72,000 vinyl petals! The team worked tirelessly to meet tight deadlines, and the final phase of the installation was completed whilst the store was open and trading. Despite facing significant challenges, this was a hugely rewarding project to be involved with, and the results were remarkable.
As we reflect on this extraordinary project, we are reminded of what a privilege it is to collaborate with iconic brands like Louis Vuitton, and we look forward to many more successful partnerships in the future.
About Marmo Surface Finishes
Marmo Surface Finishes are a renowned polished plaster company specialising in Venetian Polished Plaster interior applications and Decorative surface finishes, predominantly operating throughout London and Surrey as well as the U.K's major cities. Our experience spans all sectors such as hi-end residential and commercial projects including retail environments, restaurants, bars and office interior spaces. We work alongside some of London's and the U.K's major construction companies as well as award winning interior designers and architects creating stunning Venetian Polished Plaster interiors that we are extremely proud of. Our work speaks for itself.
Luxury brass hardware and accessories manufacturer, Armac Martin, has introduced a new brand identity to celebrate 95 years of British manufacturing.
The fourth-generation family business, which has been expertly crafting the highest quality products in Birmingham since 1929, has unveiled the latest evolution of its brand with a new look and feel across all touchpoints.
This includes a refreshed website, a redesigned finish box featuring four distinct new finishes, the release of its 2024/25 product guide, and a debut annual edition of its interior lookbook, The Journal.
A contemporary monogram and complementary colour palette have been thoughtfully designed to highlight the character and warmth of the brand, whilst also reflecting Armac Martin’s longstanding commitment to crafting the highest quality brass products for the defining details.
Central to the rebrand is a new and intuitive categorisation of Armac Martin’s extensive portfolio of collections and finishes, which offers a simplified framework to easily specify and order its products, designs and finishes across different styles and price points.
The three overarching categories include Signature, Speciality, and Luxe, each reflecting the level of processes and skills required to expertly craft each product and finish.
Richard McGrail, CEO of Armac Martin, said: “We are extremely proud of our heritage, which has paved the way for the exciting new chapter that we are embarking on.
“The longstanding loyalty of our customers has been integral to our continued growth over the last 95 years, and we look forward to receiving their feedback on our new brand identity over the coming weeks.”
About Armac Martin
Armac Martin design and manufacture some of the world’s finest brass cabinet hardware, for the world's finest interiors. Established in 1929 in Birmingham, England. Armac Martin's reputation is built on quality from skills passed down from generation to generation. Every product is designed in-house, with meticulous attention given to every detail to ensure that our commitment to design and quality is met time and time again. Our extensive range is available in 21 plated and patinated finishes.
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