Famous for their work ranging from the Soho House hotels to Windsor Castle, the bespoke furniture makers Bevan & Hely-Hutchinson have changed their name to Rupert Bevan Ltd.

As part of the move, they have also launched a new website.

This showcases their extraordinary design and craft skills, with inspiring images of their furniture and decorative finishes commissioned by architects, interior designers and private clients all over the world.

Designers and makers of fine bespoke furniture and interiors since 1991.

Working in styles from the 17th Century to minimalist modern, Rupert Bevan offer the chance to commission truly bespoke pieces for contemporary living.

Their craftsmen work with a variety of materials across a full range of styles, and enjoy relationships with a global clientele of private individuals, businesses, museums, galleries and institutions.

Featured here is the stunning Log Room in Babington House, Somerset:

• Refectory Oak Table and Club Chairs
  Design - Constructed in solid oak single boards, glued up into a single piece.
  Finish - Heavily distressed and coloured to give well worn antique feel. Matching chairs with blue leather upholstery and antiqued brass studs.
  The antiqued glass wall panelling is by Rupert Bevan Ltd.
• Length – 10940mm; Height– 750mm; Width – 1000mm.

To see what Rupert Bevan can do for you, with fine bespoke furniture and interiors, please have a good look through their work by visiting the new website.

London showroom and workshop: 40/44 Fulham High Street, London SW6 3LQ Tel: (0207) 731 1919.
Design studio and workshop: Church Farm Studios, Stanton Lacy, Shropshire SY8 2AE Tel: (01584) 856699.

With cohabitation the big new living trend, Raft adopts an anti-clutter approach - you can make the most of your available space, by using it cleverly with practical space saving pieces.

RAFT’s latest seating and storage designs provide an imminently affordable, and wonderfully practical solution to space efficiency, without compromising on design.

The new Sienna storage screen from RAFT pictured here, is the cheat’s solution to de-cluttering living spaces.

• Four sliding wooden box units give this piece a vintage feel, while the open cubby-holes allow you to display favourite collectibles and accessories.
• The sliding door options allow for this piece to double up as a partition screen.
• The teak is reclaimed and carries both FSC accreditation, 100% in keeping with RAFT’s passion for authenticity and sustainability.
  Measures: 115cm x 45cm x 200cm. Priced at £920.

The new Lincoln (£940) and Embassy Chairs (£1175), provide mini break-out zones within bustling homes, combining modern functionality with traditional upholstery.

• With over 57 different upholstery weights and textures to choose from, this can be your personalised sanctuary; these are also produced in the UK further supporting our manufacturing base.

RAFT picks up on the transitory nature of modern living, providing versatile, comfortable and movable furniture to suit busy households; their current philosophy is all about economizing on space, without compromising on style.

All of RAFT’s furniture is made to order, so allow 10-14 weeks for delivery on standard items.

To View the furniture ranges visit the RAFT website.
Tel: (020) 8450 5078

This year, marks the 150th anniversary of the quintessentially English brand Sanderson and what better way to celebrate than by collaborating with the country’s favourite retailer, John Lewis, which has worked closely with Sanderson to develop a beautiful collection of limited edition furniture and accessories.

John Lewis has taken its most popular armchairs Lux, Camford and Compton and upholstered them in elegant and distinctive designs, chosen from the Sanderson archive:

• Each armchair is not only exclusive to John Lewis, but will also be limited editions with only 50 of each design being made.

• Lux has been upholstered in Sanderson’s gorgeous floral Weybridge fabric, an original 1970s print, whilst the Camford features the zesty lime 1930s Swallow print.

• The Compton in our picture has been upholstered in Sanderson’s William Turner 1910 Roslyn fabric (indigo and gold).

Dan Cooper, upholstery buyer at John Lewis comments: “As another company with a long history in furnishing fabrics, John Lewis was delighted to work with Sanderson on this project. All the fabrics developed for the 150th anniversary event are superb as well as being perfect for anyone who appreciates a more adventurous, colourful twist on a classic.

“We have taken three of our best selling accent chairs, which importantly, are all manufactured in the UK, and chosen fabrics from the range which we think best suits each shape. Hence the relaxed Swallows fabric on the Camford and the Jacobean inspired design on the more formal Compton wing back.

We feel the marriage of upholstery shape and the fabric really brings these pieces, which are normally in antiqued leather or plain linen, to life.”

John Lewis has also introduced a 150th Anniversary collection of cushions featuring fabrics from the archives as well as an old Sanderson advertisement. With prices starting at £35 each, these cushions are not only affordable; they are pieces of interiors history that will most certainly continue to be timeless classics.

Finally, the fabric department at John Lewis will be running an exclusive colourway of Sanderson’s Swallows design, in a navy blue for £37 per metre – perfect for those looking to add a touch of Sanderson elegance to the home.

To view all of the 150th Anniversary collection visit the John Lewis website.

Tel: 08456 049 049

With a passion for impeccably designed modern furniture, Iconic Interiors specialise in faithful reproductions of original iconic furniture designs.

These modern classics include chairs, office chairs, sofas, tables, chaise longues and day beds.

The team have a passion for interiors and good design and so select unmistakable pieces, which look as fresh and contemporary today as they have ever done.

With their experience in the areas of both Interior Design and Furniture Retail, all pieces are chosen for their beautiful design, quality and craftsmanship.

They work closely with suppliers to ensure that every item is of the highest quality and is a faithful reproduction of the original design; the result being furniture which will last for many more years to come.

If its beautifully designed, quality modern furniture you’re looking for then look no further.

If you like your modernism with a generous dose of whimsy, the playful, fanciful Marshmallow Sofa, featured here, designed by George Nelson and Irving Harper for the famed Herman Miller Furniture Company, could be the perfect addition to your living room.

Just looking at the unusual design – comprised of 18 padded circles seemingly “floating” atop a steel frame – is bound to bring a smile to your face. According to the 1956 Herman Miller catalogue, “Despite its astonishing appearance, this piece is very comfortable”. As if sitting on a bunch of marshmallows, could be anything but easy on your bum.

Full Aniline Italian Leather in a choice of attractive colours. Priced from £683.00 inc. VAT.

Famous designers whose creations are faithfully reproduced include Robin Day, Josef Hoffmann, Florence Knoll, Arne Jacobsen, Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Aarnio, Eero Saarinen, Eileen Gray, George Nelson, Isamu Noguchi, Le Corbusier, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer and Verner Panton.

To view the exciting furniture ranges please visit the Iconic Interiors website.

Tel: (0800) 9155 313

The Chesterfield sofa is an instantly recognisable sofa design and one that lends itself to both modern and traditional styled homes.

Darlings of Chelsea’s wide range of leather Chesterfield sofas are stunning in rich aged leather, or for a modern take on the design, the ‘Content by Conran Thackery Sofa’ available at Darlings is a stylish choice.

With their distinctive rolled arms, deep buttoned upholstery and nail head trim, the Chesterfield is both an elegant and practical sofa that gives an air of sophistication to your living room.

Each sofa is available in a range of leathers including Darlings of Chelsea’s antique leathers in blue, brown, tan, red and green for that authentic old English look.

However, for those who want a more modern version, plain leathers in chocolate, coffee and caramel are also available, or opt for one in bright red like the Thackery Sofa.

Options available include 2, 3, 4 seater; sofabed, armchair and stool. Prices start from £950 for a 3 seater:

• The Austin Chesterfield is featured here – A traditional leather Chesterfield sofa range, offering top quality, combined with a pleasant appearance and of course great value; many more colours and samples available. Priced at £1,030.00 for a 3 Seater; Low Back Chair £640.00.

• Others include:

• Bronte Chesterfield - £1220.00 for a 3 seater.

• Dickens Chesterfield - £1170.00 for a 3 seater.

• Stamford Chesterfield - £950.00 for a 3 seater.

• Cromwell Chesterfield - £1620.00 for a 3 seater.

• Thackery Sofa - £2070.00 for a 3 seater.

View the whole range of Chesterfields at the Darlings of Chelsea showrooms in Finchley, Manchester, Fulham, Birmingham and Greenwich, or on the Darlings of Chelsea website.

Tel: 0207 371 5745

Calligaris, the contemporary Italian furniture brand has released its new products for Autumn/Winter 2009.

The Calligaris Tokyo Table (pictured here.) Boasting sleek curves, this dining table comes with a smoked grey or frosted black glass top on a wengé, walnut or glossy mahogany frame. It measures w:180cm x d:90cm x h:75cm. £1049.

Calligaris Giga metal chair. Available with a chromed or satin finished frame, and a choice of seats in white, wengé, walnut, cement orwhite cord.
It measures w:470 d:525 h:825mm; seat height: 450mm. £160.

Calligaris Round Astro Table. This architectural looking round table is available with a transparent or smoked grey glass top and a wengé or walnut stained beech support. It measures 140cm diameter x 75cm height. £681.

Mac&Mac specialises in contemporary European furniture, lighting and accessories, which are available to buy online and at their new showroom in East St, Farnham, Surrey.

Mac&Mac is the official Calligaris store in the UK, offering the largest collection of their elegant Italian living, dining and bedroom furniture.

There is also a large range of contemporary sofas, including the Contempo collection, Italian hand-finished sofas with a metropolitan character and striking leather sofas and chairs from the German company Koinor.

To view the striking collections, please visit the Mac & Mac website.

Tel: (01252) 71 77 71

Barker & Stonehouse is a leading UK high quality furniture retailer with over 60 years in the business, and now in its third generation of ownership and management by the family.

Nothing is more in vogue this autumn than British themed interiors; it’s a trend that has jumped straight from the catwalk into our homes.

Ever the innovator of style, Barker and Stonehouse has everything you need to create your own patriotic ‘best of British’ room.

From Union Jack emblazoned sofas and accessories to more traditional chesterfields, if you want the Best of British style – why not visit Barker and Stonehouse?

• Make a dramatic statement with this eclectic Chesterfield style sofa combining decadence with a quirky vintage Union Jack fabric.

• This sofa not only looks great, but also offers great comfort and has buttoned detailing and wooden castor feet.

• Handmade hard and softwood frame screwed, glued and stapled and wrapped in foam and fibre; synthetic webbed suspension.

• Seat and back cushions have foam core with fibre wrap. Priced at £1595*.

• The matching footstool also offers great comfort and has buttoned detailing and wooden castor feet. Priced at £569*.

The range also includes a chair so you can really go all out!

*Autumn sale price. Sale ends 15th November 2009.

To view the stylish Best of British range please visit:

Web: http://www.barkerandstonehouse.co.uk/AutumnBritish.php

Tel:  (07971) 478958

The Interior Addict team are inviting all lounge lizards to try out their iconic Arne Jacobson Swan Chair.

As an architect and an industrial designer, Jacobsen made it his mission to create graceful, elegant and timeless pieces; he was to become the single most influential and admired Danish architect of the 20th century, with such contemporary classics as the Swan, Egg and Ant Chairs.

In 1958 the Swan was a technologically innovative chair. It had no straight lines - only curves. The Swan, Egg and Swan Sofa were designed for the lobby and lounge areas in the Royal Hotel in Copenhagen.

The Interior Addict team declare that their high-quality production of Arne Jacobsen’s Swan Chair is the epitome of classic 20th century design.

The Swan Chair’s organic, continuously curved form is constructed using a rigid foam shell, which is upholstered in either a cotton mix or semi aniline top grade Italian leather.

Available in 13 different colours, the Arne Jacobsen Swan Sofa pictured here, is constructed and upholstered in the same way as the chairs and is supported by a four-star aluminium swivel base.

This is your chance to own a modern classic reproduction at a very reasonable price.
Dimensions: Width 144cm * Depth 69cm * Height 78cm.

Priced at £899.

To view the Arne Jacobsen range visit:

Web: http://www.interioraddict.com
Tel: 08454818144

Award winning furniture designer, Halo, is bringing classic style back to the home, with its wide range of innovative occasional chairs.

Using Halo’s signature vintage leather, each piece is handcrafted with immaculate attention to detail; hardwearing and comfortable, the collection has over 50 different Styles with traditional and contemporary looks to suit all homes.

The traditional chairs come in a range of leathers from ‘Vintage Cigar’, ‘Vintage Ebony’ to Halo’s new style of leather, ‘Old Glove’, which is soft to touch with a beautiful worn effect.

The best selling Eastbourne chair featured here, is a stunning piece with a timeless look that can be used as a standalone or part of a set.
Using a combination of leather and detail the chair features hand applied buttoning, ideal for period inspired rooms. Priced at £899.

Fusing classic with modern style, the contemporary occasional chairs add a ‘wow’ factor to any room; the unique look of leather combined with chrome creates the ultimate retro finish.

The San Remo chair, made from leather and chunky chrome arms, demonstrates versatility and practicality of vintage chic, perfect for modern apartments and homes.

Rowena Howell, Marketing Manager of Halo, said: “It’s our passion to provide occasional chairs that are innovative and unique. The hardwearing leather will survive the rigours of family life, while providing a little haven of comfort to unwind and relax in.

“We have applied our decades of furniture expertise to creating chairs that bring back the classic look in the home and we are sure the public will love them.”

To view the Halo classic style chairs visit:

Web: http://www.haloliving.com
Tel: 0161 923 0500.

Expert advice from Rowena Howell, Marketing Manager at Halo Living:

There was a time when people bought furniture in sets –sofas with matching occasional chairs and identical end tables holding twin lamps.

The credit crunch has affected the interior trends in a positive way – encouraging us to put personality and life back into our home, instead of aspiring to create the catalogue look.

Mixing and matching everything from furniture to fabrics enables us to create eclectic room settings over time. Here are my tops tips for mixing and matching in the home:

Unlike other materials, leather actually improves with age making it a great long term investment; why not pair your leather sofa with summer colours to brighten the room, or add another classic pattern to complement such as tartan?

Play with patterns, if your staple cream sofa is the ‘jeans’ of your outfit than accessorize with patterns. Bold stripes in varied fabrics are an exciting way to develop more of a statement around plain furniture.

While new colours are always great, don’t forget about bringing in highly textured fabrics and varying shapes. Try accent cushions that come in oblong or round forms as a compliment to the traditional square shape.

Featured here is the Hastings Love Seat - Vintage Cigar & Accentuate Moss:

A combination in rich tones of Vintage Cigar Leather and a new fabric called “Accentuate Moss”. Available in choice of scatter back or traditional formal back cushions. A lovely sit that’s a soft, warm classic style. Priced at £999.

Think about why you choose the furniture you have in your home – do you really need a three piece suite? Why not go for a large foot stool, corner sofa and statement chair – be daring and have fun trying new things out!

Halo Living offers a complete range of Beautifully Real furniture and accessories, sourced from around the world.

Web: http://www.haloliving.com
Tel: (0161) 923 0500