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British textile designer Lucienne Day, with her signature geometric designs and splashes of colour, is a huge source of inspiration for me when I approach a new interior design commission. She had a profound effect on pattern design during the 1950s and 60s and her influence is still seen in today’s modern room designs. Andrew…
The effortlessly chic Pinch design studio was founded by husband and wife team, Russell Pinch and Oona Bannon. Together, the duo creates graceful, modern and iconic furniture – the kind of furniture they would want to live with. The design studio was founded in Clapham, London in 2004 and since then the accolades and awards…
Jonathan Adler, luxury interior designer, is in his own words “first and foremost a potter.” But Adler’s extensive CV also boasts designer, TV celebrity and entrepreneur. His latest enterprise was the opening of a 3,000 square foot boutique in London’s prestigious Notting Hill. Adler’s designs are inspired by a broad range of eras; from mid-century…
Image copyright Clair Strong Interior Design Adding a work of art to your home can make a dramatic difference to even the most lacklustre of spaces. I think it’s a fantastic way to liven up a dull corner, or create a stunning statement in any room. And if you’re looking for original but fuss-free interior…
Image copyright Clair Strong Interior Design As we get nearer to winter, and the leaves begin to disappear some of us become a bit glum by the lack of greenery; especially us city dwellers! If you thought that living in a city meant gardening was only a distant dream, think again. It’s surprisingly simple to…
Recently I’ve been inspired by the wallpaper and fabric designs of contemporary artist Jessica Zoob. Her world-renowned paintings are the basis for her textile designs, and they translate beautifully from paper to fabric. Jessica is a contemporary impressionist, and her luxury interior designs pieces can only be described as ‘fine art for interiors’. They have…
Image copyright Clair Strong Interior Design Industrial design came to the forefront as a contrast to decorative and elaborate styles. While it’s usually considered to be a hallmark of modern interior design, it’s actually been around since the turn of the century’s Modernist aesthetic. I think that one of the reasons why the industrial look…
Today, I’m showcasing one of my favourite contemporary designers; Simon Pengelly. He is a multi award-winning furniture, product and home interior designer. It seems furniture making is in his blood and design in his upbringing. He was honing his talents in his father’s workshop at the age of eight and had won national cabinet making…
Image copyright Clair Strong Interior Design It seems to be undeniable that our world is getting smaller. By that I mean take just one look in any estate agent’s window and you will see that we are paying even higher premiums for even smaller spaces these days. Consequently as our world shrinks our demand for…
Reception desk by Steve McIlveen for my recent office design project at Good Energy in Wiltshire For a small island, Britain certainly has a lot of talent. I’ve been following the handmade trend for several years now and it’s been a real pleasure to see local designers and craftspeople make their mark in a mass-produced…