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Design pick: Nordic Blue Hepburn arm chair from John Lewis
Who? John Lewis What? There’s something quite regal about this dark Nordic blue Hepburn armchair from John Lewis that we totally love. We’re not quite sure whether that’s from the high rolled back, the diamond back-button seaming or the chiselled legs. But we’d sure like to curl up with a good book in it. Priced at £1,400. When? Available now Where? Available online from John Lewis How? Buy now from John Lewis
Fashion Week at London Design Museum
Who? London Design Museum What? London Design Museum is running two special Fashion Week activities this year. At Designer Night – Fashion for Men, you’ll have the chance to meet designers, tailors, stylists, photographers, retailers and collectors of men’s fashion. At Sophie Hicks on Designing Paul Smith, you can find out more about the thought processes behind designing Paul Smith’s flagship stores. Priced at £17. When? 8pm, 12th and 25th February Where? Shad Thames, London SE1 2YD How? To book, email tickets@designmuseum.org
Michiel Cornelissen’s 36 pencil bowl
Who? Michiel Cornelissen What? Michiel Cornelissen is a designer based in the Netherlands who creates jewellery, homewares and electronic accessories. His creation, the “36 pencil bowl”, is simple, multi-functional and customisable. The bowl is available with or without pencil and starts from 29.00 € excluding VAT. When? Available now Where? On line from michielcornelissen.com How? For more information, see website
Life in Luxury’s guide to: Bertoni1949 Autumn/Winter 2015
So we know it’s a little early to be talking Autumn/Winter 2015 when we’re barely out of spring but the Bertoni1949 AW15 collection is available for preview, and it’s gorgeous, so why not? Founded in 1949, Bertoni is a luxury Italian brand specialising in hard luggage and leather goods. And everything is handmade in Italy. The new collection, unveiled during Milan Fashion Week, is a fusion of contemporary and traditional shapes and materials. Expect everything from alligator and python to zebra-striped hair calf leather. The idea was to have a Women’s Collection that’s both feminine and forceful and to extend that into luggage and trunks. There are six designs in…
Louis Kahn: The Power of Architecture
Who? London Design Museum What? The latest exhibition to arrive at the London Design museum is one centred around the work of Louis Kahn. Featuring a diverse display of Kahn’s models, sketches, photos and original drawing, the exhibition gives an insight to why Kahn is considered a master of twentieth century architecture. The exhibition touches on his influential and particular style and includes unseen footage filmed by Kahn’s son Nathaniel. When? 9th July to 12th October Where? The Design Museum, Shad Thames, London, SE1 2YD How? For more information and tickets, see designmuseum.org
Fabulous creations at Clerkenwell Design Week
Who? Clerkenwell Design Week What? For some of the best designs in the world, stay right here in London and visit the upcoming Clerkenwell Design Week. This year there will be over 60 showrooms offering high-end contemporary design. There’s also a fringe program of debates, presentations and workshops. Tickets are free. When? 21st to 23rd May Where? Farmiloe Building, 34, St John Street, London EC1M 4AY and around Clerkenwell How? Visit www.clerkenwelldesignweek.com for more information
