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The latest ART CHESS sets from Purling London, www.purlinglondon.com are hand painted by  Darren MacPherson and Thomas Dowdeswell from Debut Contemporary Gallery, Notting Hill, London. These stunningly beautiful works of art are in The Great Writing Room in Harrods, Knightsbridge and retail for £3,500. Please find some sample images and do have a look at the site and let me know if I can help with any higher resolution photos or more information. Please see Darren’s and Thomas’ style and inspiration below. Continue Reading

SAFE-O-TRONIC is a smart and keyless locking solution for doors, cabinets, lockers and furniture.

Its advanced access control features provide facilities managers with the flexibility and management control required in today’s demanding workplace environments.

SAFE-O-TRONIC can be used in numerous applications – Hotels, Hospitals, Spas, Gyms, Office Furniture, Cabinets, Lockers.

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We have the UK’s Concrete Society to thank for showing us how since the UK’s Concrete Society produced a paper condemning BBA certification of water-resisting admixtures for concrete, saying none could be specified with confidence, we went to Asia and found that most of the world’s waterproof concrete is made with a very powerful plasticiser that reduces the amount of water in concrete so much that it becomes dense enough for nothing to move, so nothing passes through. Continue Reading

Julien Sannier, Commercial Director of leading London interiors brand, The Sofa & Chair Company lets us in on the secrets of this bespoke manufacturer and up-and-coming retail brand’s design process: Continue Reading

Glass 1989 takes the limelight as indisputable star of the bathroom environment, with brand new innovative solutions offering exceptional quality and 100% Made in Italy production.

Functional newly styled shower enclosures, elegant bath tubs touched with the language of living, versatile sauna and hammam solutions, integrated for an all-round well-being experience. Continue Reading

Each time arriving guests walk into the courtyard of St Ermin’s Hotel, they never fail to look up in wonder at this amazing piece of history. While everything about this Grade II listed building retains its Victorian air, the hotel is actually built upon the foundations of a 15^th century chapel, dedicated to St Ermin. In medieval times, Westminster was a city in itself, separate from London and full of wool merchants. Some believe an ancient monastery lay on this ground even before then, hundreds of years ago, before even the 10^th century. Continue Reading

Coopers Fire and partner ETEA Sicurezza will be making history at this year’s 14^th International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia by showcasing its ground breaking FireMaster® Concertina™ fire curtain barrier, the first of such to ever be exhibited at this prestigious event.

With its avant-garde reputation for promoting innovation and new architectural trends, this year’s La Biennale di Venezia, titled “Fundamentals” is the creation of world renowned architectural theorist, Rem Koolhaas, whose vision for the exhibition includes the three interlocking topics – Absorbing Modernity, Elements of Architecture and, Monditalia. Continue Reading

As technology improves over time, home lifts are becoming increasingly popular. Home lifts are highly regarded as a space saving alternative compared to the more old-fashioned stair lifts, which until now have dominated the market.

Home lifts provide a wide range of benefits, and they come in all different shapes and sizes. Sometimes choosing the right home lift for you can seem a daunting task. However, our friendly team of experts are always on hand to help. Continue Reading

Invest in ‘Fabric First’ and ‘Passive Principles’ – Design & Materials can make it possible for you to build your own bespoke, airtight and energy efficient home. We have over 40 years of self-build know-how.

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The global leader and inventor of food waste disposers, InSinkErator^® models grant an elegant and practical finish that maximises space in the kitchen, and a hygienic and environmentally responsible means of disposing of food waste. The reduction of food waste in the home is an on-going necessity and, with the implementation of recycling systems, an increasing consideration in kitchen design. Continue Reading