Zaha Hadid once said that without illumination there is no space. Light shapes our physical perception and how we process the world around us. Coming home to a drearily lit house therefore has far- … read more

There are very few companies that make it to 110. Taste, technology and cultural innovation ensure that what worked for one generation often seems passé to the next. To weather a century requires f … read more

It’s often said that lighting is the jewellery of the home. At Chaplins, we like to think of it more like poetry, inviting warmth and expression into every room. It’s something that’s especially im … read more

Every September, Dulux announces their Colour of The Year, the result of an in-depth examination of global currents and artistic sentiment. Over the past 16 years, it’s become a cultural touchstone … read more

It’s not often we get the chance to time travel, to rediscover in new futuristic forms the artistic powers of bygone masters. Founded in 2003, Verpan is responsible for the archives of legendary Da … read more

Creating the perfect home is the work of a lifetime. Choosing the right sofa doesn’t have to be. The heart of any living space, it’s where a lot of life’s great moments unfold. From hollering at yo … read more

September is an exciting month for design enthusiasts. Home to London Design Week, Decorex, the London Biennale and many more, it can be easy to get lost in the frenzy, the programme of lectures an … read more

There have been many great encounters that have changed the course of contemporary design. None, however, have pulled us out of the darkness quite like the collaboration between Louis Poulsen and P … read more

The ability to surprise and delight is something every interior designer dreams of. But in the fast-moving world of contemporary design, how does one go about it? While the client will have an idea … read more

Decoding the brilliant mind of Patricia Urquiola is no easy task. The many digressions reveal a thicket of creative thought, articulated in a tumbling blend of Spanish, English and Milanese. Her cr … read more

We always get a little bit excited around this time of year. The month of sun-drenched strolls and summer holidays, August is also the time in which novelties from the international design fairs st … read more

August is upon us and what a memorable summer it’s been. From the revival of the waistcoat to the many inspiring design fairs, it truly was a season of style. With just a few days to go until the e … read more