When I was invited to discover Laboratorio Paravicini tableware alongside its founder Constanza Paravicini at Pia Rubio store in Madrid, I got really excited. I’ve discovered this Italian brand through Instagram and I’ve been obsessed with everything they make since then. Meeting Constanza and her creations couldn’t happen on a better place. Pia Rubio is one of the […] Read more…
In Conversation: Salvesen Graham
Today I’m starting a new conversation with Nicole Salvesen and Mary Graham, the duo behind Salvesen Graham. Salvesen Graham is an interior design and decoration practice specializing in classic interiors with a modern twist, working for both private residential and commercial clients in the UK and abroad. Dear Nicole and Mary, thank you so much […] Read more…
Chinoiserie Fantasy
The Russian Empress Catherine the Great commissioned The Chinese Village in the 18th century as a chinoiserie fantasy. Ten guest pavilions encircling the pagoda complete the village, which is meticulously maintained to its original appearance. As no historical documentation exists for the interiors, when Kirill Istomin was asked to decorate one of the cottages, the […] Read more…