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Design pick: Gouldian finches from Swarovski Crystal
Who? Swarovski Crystal What? This stunning pair of Gouldian finches, made by Swarovski Crystal and designed by Dominic Schöpf, make a stunning decorative show piece. The finches are made with peridot, violet and other coloured crystals and perches on a silver coloured stand. Priced at £429. When? Available now Where? Available online from Swarovski Crystal How? Buy now from Swarovski Crystal
South Place, a design hotel
Who? South Place Hotel What? Few hotels in the City of London are as design-led as D&D’s South Place Hotel. The 80 bedroom luxury hotel is designed by Allies and Morrison with interiors by Conran + Partners, taking inspiration from all aspects of London life. Specially commissioned art and installations can be found throughout the hotel’s public areas and suites. When? Open now Where? 3 South Place, London EC2M 2AF www.southplacehotel.com How? Reservations are available online Ten photos from South Place Hotel
David Beckham, new face at Breitling
Who? Breitling and David Beckham What? David Beckham is now the face of Breitling Transocean Chronograph Unitime. The luxury travel watch, launched earlier this year, has patented technology which enables it to give readings of all 24 time zones. When? Available now. Where? From various distributors around the world How? The list of distributors is available to view at www.breitling.com/en/TransoceanUnitime/
Critter, a moveable kitchen
Who? Elia Mangia What? Elia Mangia is an Italian designer who specialises in furniture design. His project, “Critter” (produced by Skitsch), is a free standing kitchen created from solid ash wood and stainless steel, with a stove, worktop and even a sink. It’s designed to be easily assembled and disassembled with only eight screws holding the structure together. When? Available now Where? Available through eliamangia.com How? See website for more information
Design pick: Mercury glass bon bon jar from Marks & Spencer
Who? Marks & Spencer What? This mercury-effect glass bon bon jar from Marks & Spencer gives the feel of a vintage sweet shop and luxury Christmases all at once. It makes us go all giddy with childish delight. But whether you’re filling it with hard-boiled sweets or potpourri, it makes a great decorative centrepiece. Priced at £55. When? Available now Where? Available online from Marks & Spencer How? Buy now from Marks & Spencer
Lace dinnerware from Shabby Chic
Who? Shabby Chic What? Ok, we admit it, this lace dinnerware set from Shabby Chic is totally twee but we just can’t stop adoring it. There has to be a time and a place for this right? Anyhow, it’s made from practical hard wearing earthenware and is microwave and dishwasher safe. Not too shabby. Prices start from £5.60. When? Available now Where? Available online from House of Fraser How? Buy now from House of Fraser