Classic meets Contemporary - Light Reflection

Interior by Whittaker Wells

Classic period features mix with contemporary details. A gorgeous chandelier with transparent arms - reflects the light. A backdrop of geometric wallpaper in a subtle metallic - shimmers in the light (lattice design) Stunning!

Curtain pole by Whittaker Wells (the boys who sew) 

Perspex curtain poles work in harmony with classic Georgian shutters. Modern/classic interiors. 

Perfection - loving transparency and light reflection techniques!

1. Wallpaper; Imperial Latice by Matthew Williamson - Osborne & Little £90 per 10metre roll available at Whittaker Wells

Chandelier; Lartigue, 6 arm by Porta Romana with pigeon satin shades £3500 available at Whittaker Wells

2. Perspex curtain pole; £700 for a 2 metre pole by Byron and Byron - available 

at Whittaker Wells.

www.whittakerwells.com  (Also specialists in curtain making)

Bx

Ghost Chairs - Let in the Light !

The mix of period and contemporary styling continues in the theme for my writing today, it is such a perfect representation of our decade...but not a new one, originally inspired  by the interior designer David Hicks in the1960s as mentioned in my previous post

Classical shapes in acrylic materials demonstrate the trend for reinvention and add to a sense of surprise in opposing styling. The Ghost Chairs by Philip Starke are a great example.

Ghost Chairs give a wonderful feeling of space and light in a room, 

and contrast well with natural materials 

My favourite use of a singular transparent chair has to be in this wonderful bathroom, 

and practical too. They contrast beautifully with authentic crystal chandeliers, 

from acrylic to glass.

The interior above, is a wonderful example of a light filled room where chairs would normally block the light, but the Ghost chairs filter the light.

....and a perfect choice for weddings

I have found a source for the  Ghost Chairs by Philip Starke  
A perfect example where a design becomes a timeless classic.
Via; Lakeland Furniture

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Classic meets Contemporary Design

Classic design mixed with contemporary elements marks the style in many London and city homes today where period houses have been renovated preserving original features. Complimenting these sometimes ornate feature with simple contemporary lines marks a key look this decade.....

but this winning formula was originated by David Hicks in the 1960s

British designer, David Hicks (1929-1998), was one of the most influential designers of the 1960s and 70s. His bold use of colour, geometric patterns, and unexpected mixing of antique and modern furnishings with contemporary abstract art revolutionized International interior design.

When I talk about classic meeting contemporary design today, the name 

Kelly Hoppen comes to the forefront, her distinctive style is style is synonymous 

with luxury and timeless classics.

 

Another styling trend today mixing period features with a contemporary lines is about 

re-purposing or up-cycling using simple of industrial elements.

Roger Saul (founder of Mulberry) and his son Freddie Saul have created an up-cycled furniture range. The tables combine the heritage of reused wood and teaming it welded steel for a contemporary aspect.

Modern-Classic a timeless formula.

Period details and contemporary lines

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