Interiors
High Voltage: How a Clerkenwell substation became a Modernist marvel
A new practice established by the former MD of Conran & Partners and a Director at Foster + Partners has come up with something rather extraordinary on London's Compton Street.
Housing Futures: The modern buyers’ property wishlist
The traditional AGA-riddled country cottage or farmhouse is still the nation's home of choice, says Strutt & Parker - just as long as it's in the rural South East, just a short stroll from all the local…
Period Passivhaus: Grosvenor retrofits create London’s greenest period rental properties
Following up on its BREEAM Outstanding-rated retrofit in Belgravia, Grosvenor is bringing home even more from the sustainability front, retrofitting three rental properties in Mayfair and Belgravia…
When Accidents Happen: Preventing and resolving damage to valuable fixtures and fittings
Ugly disputes can often arise when a contractor causes damage to valuable fixtures and fittings during a high-end renovation project.
Fendi’s first branded residence launches in Miami
Luxury US property developer Château Group has launched the first penthouse in its Fendi residences in Miami, with an asking price of $25m.
INTERVIEW: Joe Burns of Oliver Burns on defining thoughtful luxury
This year is set to be very busy for the heritage developer
Bonhams brings Hollywood interiors to Knightsbridge
Top auction house Bonhams will be auctioning off a rare collection of items called "The Hollywood Interior" next month, including sought-after pieces from the Art Deco and Jazz Age period.
Ted Baker moves into interior design with That Group
Fashion brand Ted Baker is moving into interior design, signing a £250,000 deal to deck out a development in Bournemouth.
Canburg recruits Linley man to head up prime developments drive
Canburg, the owner of Smallbone of Devizes and Mark Wilkinson Furniture, has hired Iain O’Mahony from Linley as a Director for Prime Developments for London, Europe, Middle East and Africa.
Luxury Living Group unveils flagship London store
For those going all out on their next scheme, Italian interiors superbrand Luxury Living Group has just opened up its flagship store in Knightsbridge.
BADA Antiques & Fine Art Fair: 18-24 March, Duke of York Square
The British Antique Dealers’ Association is finalising plans for its annual palooza in Chelsea, with 98 dealers lined-up to tout some thoroughly-vetted wares to the well-of-heel and fat-of-wallet.
Home Working: On designing office spaces for private residences
Leading hotels, large and boutique, have been quick to recognise and accommodate the morphing of business and leisure time in their designs, says Lawson Robb's Alix Lawson.