I was surprised and delighted to receive news of this project by Travelodge of all people. Carl Marshall of Marshall Nightsky ceilings was commissioned to paint a room in 12 Travelodges around the UK. The hotel chain conducted a survey to find what Britons preferred as their sleeping location and under a star-filled sky is apparently the favourite […]
Places
The Cold Press studio and gallery in Norfolk
I met Ben Lawrence of The Cold Press at Tent where his tightly edited stand exuded calm amidst the general hyperactivity of the show. The Cold Press concept has a combination of activities: a gallery in Holt showing and selling work by artisits and makers and a print studio with cottage as artists’ accommodation. The feeling of serenity pervades throughout. I particularly liked Kai […]
Mint London for contemporary design
I’ve been meaning to write about Mint for a long time and, now that they have sent me some photos, I can as this shop is one of the best places in London to view the work of contemporary makers. The images here are from the show I visited during the London Design Festival. They were still setting up […]
CitizenM Bankside, London
CitizenM Bankside has been open a few months now but I’ve only just been able to get to visit myself and am delighted to report that I was impressed, not only by the design but also by the vibe. I’d seen all the press pics but the real thing is actually better. The public areas were really welcoming and lively. The […]
La Pièce de Moli for vintage fashion
Hidden away in a peaceful courtyard just off the Rue du Faubourg St Antoine in the 12th arrondissement in Paris is a recent addition to the lively local vintage fashion scene. Lali Moli opened this charming venue only a few months ago which I discovered on the way to one of my favourite shops Caravane Chambre 19 just […]
Les Docks du Design Paris – the building
I couldn’t leave the location of Now le Off without showing you the top of a building whose architectural merits divide people. I don’t know how they feel about this terrace but I love it. It’s massive, making you feel on holiday in the centre of the city. Just imagine the party potential with the in-house cafe and bar. […]