Design pick: Bar carafe and tumbler from LSA

Design pick: Bar carafe and tumbler from LSA

Who? LSA What? We love the space saving design of this bar carafe and tumbler from LSA – it’s the perfect combination of functionality and practicality. Ok, so it might not be so great if you have to serve up drinks at a party but if you needed a glass of water on your night stand then this is just the thing. Priced at £26. When? Available now Where? Available online from John Lewis How? Buy now from John Lewis

Design pick: Bubble lampshade from Missoni Home

Design pick: Bubble lampshade from Missoni Home

Who? Missoni Home What? We love how cute this bubble lampshade from Missoni Home is. Classic Missioni prints are brought to life through the removable bubble covers that give a real contemporary feel to the home. There are three different designs for three different sizes, perfect for mix and matching. Prices start from £572. When? Available now Where? Available online from Heal’s How? Buy now from Heal’s

Design pick: Copper bubble pendant from Innermost

Design pick: Copper bubble pendant from Innermost

Who? Innermost What? This bubble pendant light designed by Steve Jones for Innermost is a great way to add a subtle glow to any space in your house or to add a touch of interest. We think the best way to to have three at staggering heights but you can also pick up three other colours to compare and contrast. Priced at £361. When? Available now Where? Available online from Amara How? Buy now from Amara

Design pick: Tall fruit basket from Sabichi
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Design pick: Tall fruit basket from Sabichi

Who? Sabichi What? We love how this wire fruit basket resembles a vase and a basket all at once. It’s simple but elegant design captures a little of both. So if fruits be your flowers then it’s the perfect piece for your kitchen counter or your living room. Priced at £4.50. When? Available now Where? Available online from Sabichi How? Buy now from Sabichi

Fashion pick: Tricolor cotton shirt, I’m Intelligent from I’m Your Shirt

Fashion pick: Tricolor cotton shirt, I’m Intelligent from I’m Your Shirt

Who? I’m Your Shirt What? This I’m Intelligent shirt from I’m Your Shirt is surely designed just for women. As well as the matching belt that can also be employed as a tie or hair band, the shirt has a strategically positioned button which prevents any gaping at the bust – something that’s happened to all of us one time or another. We’re just wondering why it hasn’t come sooner. Priced at £74. When? Available now Where? Available online from Carnet de Mode How? Buy now from Carnet de Mode

Summer reading: Concretopia by John Grindrod
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Summer reading: Concretopia by John Grindrod

Who? John Grindrod What? Post-war Britain is not the poster child for fine architecture but in Concretopia, John Grindrod charts how the country moved away from crumbling buildings to avant garde designs. By exploring well-known landmarks and meeting pioneering architectures, the journey of change, renewal and innovation is brought to life. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon