Thank goodness I was able to borrow a pair of boots with grips as I was sadly ill-equipped for the snowfall. I thought you’d like to see a few photos whilst on my way to different places. The nearest thing I saw to a snowman in the Jardin des Tuileries
Places
ME by Melia – pre-opening preview
ME by Melia London is due to open officially on the 6th January so my visit to the Radio Roof Bar last week (and the accompanying snaps) are just a taster. I love seeing it jut out into the Strand like the prow of an ocean liner; Foster+Partners have improved on the original structure whilst keeping its inherent character. […]
Night sky ceilings at Travelodge
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 […]
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 […]