Animal pattern is trendy. On porcelain too?
Anyone who even just briefly checks out fashion news, or just have a look around generally, can see that animal print is very fashionable. I have posted about this before. As have many...
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An observation of door details at the Royal Festival Hall.
The terrace of the Royal Festival Hall is a favourite hang out place when in London. Plenty of afternoon sun and loads of other funseekers provides for a vibrant vibe. It brings me...
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Delicious textile window displays.
Chelsea Harbour Design Centre, London hosts a lot of upmarket interior designer brands. Even if buying is not on the agenda, there’s plenty of inspiration to be had. On my last visit the...
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A supersized jug. Not to be used.
This is most definitely the largest jug I’ve ever seen. It can hold 30 gallons (almost 114 litres!). And was never intended for use. It’s a typical 19th century Staffordshire pottery product in...
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Want that glass rail!
Was browsing through the Victoria and Albert Museum, London yesterday in search of …? Not sure what. VAM is always a pleasure to visit, one does not need to look for anything special....
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Colourful jewellery in vogue.
Went on a plane this morning. Thought I’d better grab something to read, so boring travelling otherwise. The newsagency had an offer, Tatler + Vanity Fair for £5.49. I’m most certainly not what...
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Versace cushion style.
This is one cushion (reversible), made by Atelier Versace. It comprises silk and goose down and the patterns come in shades of ivory and emerald. Measurements are 85 x 85 cm. Up for...
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Looking for Aladdin’s cave?
Was in the vicinity of Chelsea Galleries yesterday. Decided to take a closer look, and stumbled upon the Phoenix Trading Company. It was like WOW, have I found Aladdin’s cave? Pots, urns, vases,...
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Somewhat ostentatious bedroom furniture.
A lot was up for sale at Lot’s Road auction house yesterday. Or rather, the bed, console table, savonarola chairs, mirror and beside tables were actually seperate lots, but there was no doubt...
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A most stunning wooden floor. I think.
My Italian is not the best, but I think I Vassalletti makes glorious wooden floors. And other wooden interiors, such as gorgeous panelling. Expensive stuff I gather, products resulting from skilled craftsmanship and...
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