Monthly Archives: August 2010

Villeroy & Boch’s New Botanical Collection – Althea Nova

 Villeroy & Boch’s New Botanical Collection - Althea Nova

Villeroy & Boch introduce stylish new tableware collection Althea Nova for summer 2010. The fresh, botanical print design is teamed with a country classic shape, for a slightly nostalgic yet very on-trend feel.

The white fine china collection has been inspired by the resurgence of the kitchen garden and features a wide range of herbs and edible flowers, accompanied by their Latin names.

With ‘growing your own’ very much in focus, this collection evokes the feeling of nature and the natural world in a very feminine and elegant way.

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Cosy UP This Autumn On A Luscious Purple Sofa

 Cosy UP This Autumn On A Luscious Purple Sofa

Darlings of Chelsea’s range of designer fabric sofas tap into this Autumn’s berry trend – upholstered in rich plum, aubergine and damson hues.

Update your interior for the new season, using a bold color like purple to create a strong style statement and make a room particularly vibrant, but equally pare it down with chocolate and neutrals to achieve a cosy and inviting atmosphere.

A sumptuous and decadent colour choice for sofas, purples are on trend this autumn, and Darlings of Chelsea are offering these shades in a comprehensive range of classic and modern shapes, suitable for all style tastes:

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Read more about : Custom Furniture, Sofa Beds, Sofas

In-toto Launches its Next Generation Handleless Kitchen

 In-toto Launches its Next Generation Handleless Kitchen

Leading UK kitchen retailer, In-toto, has launched its next generation of true handleless kitchens with the Inline range.

The sleek elegance and timeless contemporary design of In-toto Inline, combines additional cabinet features and dimensions, enabling even more flexibility and planning freedom in the home.

Every element of the Inline is fully co-ordinated, with a continuous handle recess punctuating the front and a seamless finish concealing a superbly functional kitchen beneath.

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Read more about : Bespoke Kitchens, Fitted Kitchens, Kitchen Furniture

Hop To Bensons For Savvy Storage Solutions

 Hop To Bensons For Savvy Storage Solutions

Savvy space saving shoppers will be hopping to Bensons for Beds this season, for the best selling Hip Hop bed with an all-new storage system.

A contemporary wooden bed frame, Hip Hop’s crisp clean lines have continually made it a hot favourite, but the availability of an ottoman lift up bed option, is set to further its appeal amongst hoard-aholics and neat freaks.

The bed works by raising the entire slatted base through a hydraulic system, to reveal a massive storage area – ideal to stow bulky items such as out-of-season bedding, suitcases or even the once-a-year Christmas decorations.

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Read more about : Bedroom Furniture, Beds

Understanding Your Carbon Footprint

 Understanding Your Carbon Footprint

We’ve all heard the terms: carbon footprint, carbon off-setting, carbon neutral… but how many of us actually know what our carbon footprint is? More to the point, how on earth do we go about reducing it.

That’s where AlertMe’s new carbon footprint tool comes in. The company has developed a nifty new widget that allows you to measure your carbon output and convert it into examples (and costs) that you actually understand.

For example, a daily spin of the tumble dryer generates about 300kg of CO2, which is equivalent to driving from Glasgow to Brighton and back.
Not only that – it also costs you about £100 in electricity a year. So not only do you ‘get it’, you’ve also got the power to reduce it.

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Read more about : Electrical, Home Automation

The Perfect Presents From The Travelling Souk

 The Perfect Presents From The Travelling Souk

The Travelling Souk has found the perfect presents, with one for every occasion and for every person – a unique selection of tabletop accessories that have an instant impact.

All handmade, silver plated and finished with colourful glass beads.

Not only are they tastefully ornamental and functional, they are attractive and fun too!

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One Year On And Still In The Red

 One Year On And Still In The Red


September 1st marks Red Candy’s first birthday!

It’s been exactly one year since the homes across the country have been enlightened to bold design, from a superior choice of vintage inspired pieces and innovative contemporary design, to choosing red as a subtle accent, or fully indulging in this passionate colour.

And now, Red Candy gives you a reason to get out of bed in the morning with the new Guzzini compact Espresso Maker:

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Read more about : Espresso Coffee Makers, Kitchen Accessories, Web Sites

GillmoreSPACE Launch A New Website

 Gillmore Space Launch A New Website

British contemporary furniture designer, GillmoreSPACE has announced the launch of its new website.

This is the first time GillmoreSPACE’s iconic designs, including bed frames, tables, seating and innovative storage designs will be available to customers online.

Established in 2001 by Charles Gillmore, GillmoreSPACE’s award winning collection is full of unique, designer pieces, such as the Barcelona bedroom series, the Loopy coffee tables and the Ivy collection of sideboards in gloss lacquer.

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Read more about : Contemporary Furniture

Launch of The English Glasshouse Announced

 Launch of The English Glasshouse Announced

TimberWindows.com is pleased to announce the launch of The English Glasshouse.

The company, which produces bespoke timber orangeries and conservatories, as well as roof lanterns and pool houses, is already setting new standards for the industry.

With each building constructed individually to suit not only the style of house, but also to take into account the preferences and style of the Owner – the fact that there is nothing mass-produced is obvious.

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Read more about : Building Services, Conservatories, Garden Rooms, Home Interiors

Jamie’s Autumn/Winter Kitchen Essentials

 Jamie’s Autumn Winter Kitchen Essentials

Good and practical tools are fundamental for any first-rate kitchen, for professional chefs and amateur cooks alike.

Available through Jamie at Home, the Jme Essentials range is designed to take cooking back to its simplest form, and comprises everything from bakeware, to kitchen gadgets and utensils; everything you could possibly need to create the very best home cooked food.

For Autumn/Winter 2010, this collection of back to basics crucial equipment has been added to, giving you even more practical and durable kitchen must-haves that have simple and understated designs:

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