The small Ghost Buster is the newest addition to the Ghost family designed by Philippe Starck for Kartell, and is now available from Shoreditch design boutique, Lifestylebazaar.

The sleek contemporary design mixes square corners and gentle rounded surfaces, with four slim legs supporting a small cube. The design is elegant and intriguing, and is at once both retro and futurist in style.

Made of PMMA in a single mono-bloc mould, the transparency of the plastic transforms the table into a naked ethereal vision – a ghost – an evocation of the piece of furniture that it represents.

The subtle mix of solidity and transparency, corners and curves, straight and sinuous lines, continue in an infinite play of perspectives and reflections that catch the eye, fascinate and spark the curiosity.

The small Ghost Buster featured here, is a simple, flexible piece, which can be at home in any house; beside the bed or next to the sofa, as a side table with a lamp, or in a modern bathroom holding toiletries.

Also available in the Ghost range by Kartell is the original Ghost Buster; a classic commode given a very contemporary new look by Starck.

This larger cube with 2 internal shelves would look fantastic as a console in an entrance hall or a living room, or in the bedroom as a small bookshelf.

Small Ghost Buster
Available in: Black, Crystal, Red, Smoke, Violet, White, Yellow.
Dimensions: 40 cm x 37 cm x 57 cm high.
Priced at: £194.

Ghost Buster
Available in: Black, Crystal, Smoke, White
Dimensions: 40 40 cm x 37 cm x 57 cm high.
Priced at: £518

Available online from: Lifestylebazaar. Or shop in store at: 11a Kingsland Road, London E2 8AA.

Visit the Lifestylebazaar website to view their range of contemporary designer furniture.

Tel: (020) 739 9427

JAB has introduced its revolutionary new panel system Hemisphere.

This unique collection, consisting of attractive panel fabrics and two versatile rail systems, offers a stylish and ultra-modern alternative to the usual voiles or curtain fabrics.

With 44 different panel designs on offer this debut Hemisphere collection offers a design for every taste - from minimalist sheers and plain black-out options, to bold floral motifs. Over 160 different colour options are also available.

Highlights of the collection are four designs created using high-quality shoji paper with delicate Japanese motifs:

• The Japanese selection includes Dream, a plain white design with an ethereal look.
• Jasira, which depicts a large tendril for a natural effect.
• And Fortuna, which displays a smaller blossom and grass print in subtle shades such as light greys and soft greens.

Alongside the 44 fabric panels in this collection, JAB also offers several innovative technical solutions for fitting:

The Pure fitting system offers a selection of two to five rail solutions and three different panel carriage variations for maximum variation.

This incredible design provides slick fittings that can be completely hidden for a modern, seamless look.

To view the new JAB Hemisphere collection visit their website.

For those homeowners looking for some fresh ideas and inspiration, as to how to rejuvenate a tired looking staircase, or want to cost effectively add some character to the heart of their home, then the Carpetrunners new online shopping website www.carpetrunners.co.uk is worth a visit.

Easy to use, packed full of great images of other people’s homes and useful blow-ups of the products featured, the website offers a wide selection of quality stair rods for runners and fitted carpets, door cover plates, rug and runner bindings and other innovative flooring accessories.

It also invites customers to send in pictures of their own homes, for other shoppers to appreciate, once they have installed their sparkling new stair rods and other flooring accessories.

For DIY enthusiasts, there are also practical design tips, which are regularly updated, and instructions on how to fit their own stair rods and door thresholds, or make their own carpet runners and rugs.

For a stylish choice of stair rods, rug and runner bindings visit the Carpetrunners website.

Tel: (01926) 885523.

Tick, tock, tick, tock; it gets a bit repetitive after a a while. Hold up - it’s not all ‘tick, tock’ with the Birdsong Clock!

If you’re a nature lover who believes that variety is the spice of life, then you’ll love the Singing Birdsong Clock from The Present Finder.

This novel clock is the perfect present for a bird watcher, nature enthusiast or simply anyone with a spot to spare on their country kitchen wall.

For children it would make a great introduction into the natural world.

Adults need never lose track of time, as each hour is announced with the bird song of twelve British birds, a different bird every hour.

Featuring the Tawny Owl, Chaffinch, Cuckoo, Great Tit, Great Spotted Woodpecker, Song Thrush, Barn Owl, Wren, Blackbird, Blue Tit, Nightingale and Robin; light sleepers needn’t worry however, this is a smart clock and during the hours of darkness a light sensor stops the birds singing.

Whether it is barn owl o’clock or 10 minutes past the nightingale, this clock is a unique gift for young and old alike.

Singing Birdsong Clock comes in a matt green frame and is 20cm (8”) in diameter. Takes 3 AA batteries. Priced at £24.95.

The Present Finder is a family firm started in 2000, from a shop in Sherborne, Dorset.

They stock over 1,700 unusual and upmarket gifts for occasions, people, personalised gifts, wacky presents and brilliant gadgets.

The owners take great pride in the quality of the products they sell and their customer service.

To view the huge selection and find that special gift, visit The Present Finder website.

Tel: (0844) 557 0280

Pampeano sells indisputably superior leather items from the heart of Argentina, for the Home, Leisure and Polo sport, at very competitive prices.

Pampeano fuses the quality of Argentinean leather and crafting techniques with European style, elegance and need.

Established by an Anglo-Argentine family, much time and effort is spent sourcing the leather and the craftsmen that create their items. The company insists on attention to detail at every step, rejecting any item that does not adhere to their philosophy of perfection.

The craftsmen are amongst the most skilled, all having spent years learning their expertise and living and working in the leather industry.

Expertly sewn, Pampeano’s patchwork rugs are handcrafted from smoothest, softest cow hair for comfort underfoot and look, when contrasted with a wooden or stone floor.

These may be custom made in terms of size, shape or colour combination at no extra cost. 

In addition, Bold Cowhides are also available, with a wonderful tiger or zebra print in black on either a beige or white background.

Crafted from the finest quality cow hair, Pampeano’s patchwork cushions in our picture, are designed to co-ordinate or contrast with the patchwork rugs.   Available in a wide variety of natural colours including shades of deep chocolate brown and white, black and white, cream and beige, they make a stylish addition to any home.

Featured here is the unusual cowhair cushion in the smoothest, softest cowhair, with matching suede underside; a beautiful compliment to the Pampeano rugs and Cowcubes. Measures 14″ x 14″. Priced at: £55.00.

Pampeano’s Cowcubes are a unique and stylish too.  The cowhair ‘Cowcubes’ are available in a wide variety of colour ways and shades of brown. 

Standard sizes are 40cm3 or 50cm3, but may be custom made to any size.  With an inner lining for easy filling, they make for truly relaxed home living.

To view the Patchwork rugs, Bold cowhides and ‘Cowcubes’ visit the Pampeano website.
Tel:  (07721) 594 286.

This season Gant home went to Italy for inspiration.

“This latest collection consists, as usual, of two complementary yet different parts. The Gant Home City line is more sophisticated with a clean almost masculine touch, whereas the Gant Home Country line focuses more on down-to-earth patterns, checks and stripes in classic Gant style.

 Between them it should be quite easy to mix and match for every and any room in the house,” says Annette Lundh, designer for Gant Home.

Gant Home City focuses on exclusivity and select materials, including cashmere and high thread count cotton, as well as superb detailing.

• To create a modern urban feeling, refined patterns – such as classic tie prints – go hand in hand with the sophisticated and low-key blacks, whites, grays, dark blues and khakis.
• Key pieces for this season are updated cotton pillowcases, cotton satin sheets with paisley patterns, loop knitted cushions and cozy woven throws with cashmere.

Gant Home Country in our picture, is all about timeless classics and relaxed elegance.

• This is where colors really shine and the characteristic Gant checks and stripes have been updated.
• It’s a more basic and simple look, but with updated styles such as madras checks and soft pastels.
• The bandana in the classic Gant print, the denim products and the madras throws and cushions are some of the strong style elements of this line.

The tie-print bed linens are symbolic of the Gant home collection: witty and updated yet distinctive and instantly recognizable.

The emphasis is on style and quality, mixing elements from other parts of the Gant brand – and the rest of our customers’ lives with home furnishings to create a unique expression.

To view the home collections visit the Gant website.
Tel: (020) 72012942

Nono Designs launch Fairground Attraction….

Witty, nostalgic and chic, the new ‘Fairground Attraction’ fabric collection from Nono, gives a playful nod to the charm and vibrancy of the 1930’s fairground, with its vintage motifs and carnival brights.
 
Graphic harlequin diamonds, bold geometrics, ‘big top’ satin stripes and taffeta ‘zig zag’ embroideries are designed to mix and match, creating a sense of fun, originality and high spirits; luxurious silks have been dyed to match and showcase the statement designs.
 
Comprising six designs: ‘Big Top’, ‘Gigi’, ‘Happy Hour’, ‘Roll up Roll up’, ‘Show Stopper’ and ‘The Right Lines’; the collection combines youthful colour with flashback patterns, to strike a nostalgic chord in people of all ages.
 
The colour palette is full on fun, packed with candyfloss pinks, dramatic damsons, cool mojito, striking emerald and lapis, poppy reds, tangerine and on-trend sunshine yellow; black, white and silver increase the contrast and fresh highlights give the collection a kick.

The featured Fairground Attraction designs in our picture are:

• Big Top (curtains).
• Show Stopper (zig zag design on cushions).
• Roll Up, Roll Up (ribbon stripe on sofa). 

Says Nono’s Creative Director, Gill Nono: “I would describe this collection as bursting with playful abandon.  It gives a sense of heady, fun-filled moments, whilst being bang on trend in terms of colour and bold design.”

 Fairground Attraction fabrics cost from £25.00 - £35.00 RRP per metre.

Visit the Nono Designs website to view the ‘Fairground Attraction’ complete collection.

Tel:   (01282) 471622 for your local stockist details.

Apropos’ latest lead figures have shown an increase in the number of enquiries for a conservatory kitchen.

Customers are looking to brighten up their kitchen areas, by moving them into an aluminium and glass conservatory.

They can also have the option to add folding sliding doors, which will enable them to open out the kitchen and let in the fresh air.

According to the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), adding a new kitchen to your property can be more appealing to buyers and can add as much as 4% to its value; adding a conservatory to a property can be very simple and cost effective.

Apropos structures are designed especially for the clients to suit their needs and can be designed to fit any space for any size kitchen. Apropos’ aluminium and glass structures come with a large choice of different colour frames to suit any house from the ultra modern town house to a traditional farm house.

Peter Holland, Regional Sales Manager at Apropos comments “We have seen a significant increase in the number of kitchen conservatories that we are designing for our clients. More people these days are looking to make their homes brighter and more airy, so are looking to us to help them achieve their dream home.”

Apropos glass and aluminium structures start from £12,000.

For further information or to order a brochure visit the Apropos website.

Tel: (0800) 328 0033.

Interiors are continuing their love affair with prints for the new season.

House Couturier’s stunning toile du jouy prints on wallpaper, fabric and lamps are a stylish way of incorporating the trend into your home.

The stunning new range of Toile du Jouy printed wallpapers, are available in classic black and cream, or for a softer look choose from cornflower blue (pictured here), pale lime or pastel pink.

House Couturier’s Toile du Jouy wallpapers and lamps add a touch of French style to your home and with a selection of modern pastel colours or vibrant brights will work in most interiors for an on-trend look.

Toile de Jouy is a type of decorating pattern consisting of a usually white or off-white background, on which a repeated pattern depicting a fairly complex scene, generally of a pastoral theme.

House Couturier’s Jardin Toile Wallpaper is perfect for a feature wall and is developed from an antique French Toile print:

• The Wallpaper is available in 10 colours.High quality, 180gsm wallpaper with a smooth, matt print surface and non-woven backing (paste-the-wall).

• Wallpaper: Double rolls (10.40 sq mtr) @ 10 metres x 52cm per roll.

• Pattern repeat - 104 cm W x 63 cm H.

• Prices: £159.00 per single roll; £245.00 per double roll.

Lamps available as table and standing versions (bases available in several colours). Priced from £495.00 each.

Visit the House Couturier website to view the ranges.

Tel: (0207) 371 9255

As UK homeowners get a taste of the summer sunshine, their thoughts turn to shade!

There’s never been a better time to invest in a stylish Apollo awning, to provide shade to outdoor living spaces and keep adjacent rooms cool.

And one fabric is tipped to be a major seller in homes across the UK this year – Apollo’s green multi-stripe fabric. As pictured here.

Made-to-measure awnings are one of the most effective ways to provide flexible shade and shelter.

A range of optional extras such as integral heaters and lights can extend the use of an awning, allowing you to sit outside longer into the night and in colder months.

And, for those who like gadgets, the awnings are available with sun sensors, which extend the canopy automatically depending on the strength of the daylight.

For a limited period, Apollo’s 4 x 3 metre motorised Tortola awning in green multi-stripe fabric, is available at £1,999; it includes a remote control handset and vibration sensor (which automatically retracts the awning in windy conditions).

Apollo awnings are available in a range of 240 fabrics, adding style and comfort to the outside of any home.
There are also four types of frames, which can be motorised or manually operated, and a range of optional extras.

Key benefits:

• Fabric is UV rated 801, and colour, light and weather fast – so won’t fade.

• Suit all house types, from traditional and period to modern and minimalist.

• Awnings fold neatly away when not in use.

• Choice of options & year round comfort pack available including, remote controlled Somfy motor option; Lights; Sun sensor; Wind setting.

All Apollo awnings and canopies are professionally surveyed and installed by their team to guarantee they fit beautifully.

For more information and stockist details visit the Apollo Blinds website.

Tel: (01924) 413048.