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STYLE NOTES
Rock crystal, white marble or solid
wood, designers across the globe are
innovating with a variety of materials
to create memorable and iconic pieces.
STYLE NOTES
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and ggraphics
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DREAMS
IN STEEL
Steel can be interpreted
in many modern ways for
traditional uses, including
planters for the home.
The Acciaio Satinato is a
utilitarian product, which
displays the diverse beauty
of a versatile, durable and
flexible design.
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UST 15
5
Powerful graphics
Metallic beauty
A ROCKING
DESIGN
Gioco Swing Horse by Zanini de
Zanine for Alle Design reinterprets the
traditional rocking horse in an acrylic
version, cast in a contemporary shape. He
followed it up with one in steel for Tolix
France called Balance. The product,
ava / sand version is
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made
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GROHE
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UNDERSTATED
ELEGANCE
NEW
STYLE NOTES
Design takes on scientific precision to
result in traditional yet modern pieces.
s.
Arrchetypal shapes
A COLOURFUL
UNIVERSE
Ven
nere Bianca, by Bitossi Ceramiche for
Maatteo Thun Atelier, is a limited edition
colllection of 10 terracotta vases, all
h own by hand and decorated with the
thr
tecchnique of ceramicist master potters
off tthe Tuscan company.
A elegant finish
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distributed by Formitalia Luxury Group,, is intended
d
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structure with two drawers
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ORIENTAL
FINISH
The cake knife with
inlay decoration
on both sides is
fully handmade and
silver-plated with
satinised finishing
and glass plate with
a hand silk-printed
decoration. Designer
Paola Navones
magical collection
has oriental
origins and a rich
heritage. A rich
silvery decoration
surrounds it as if it
was a carpet.
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For
LAMP ALLURE
LA
EARTHY CHIC
Check out lamps in terracotta from
www.indianroots.com, which showcases
works of designers and craftsmen.
ICONIC FORMS
LIVING
HISTORY
This flame mahogany veneered and finely cast brass mounted
cocktail table is part of an aristocratic line of furniture from Althorp:
Living History, available at International Furniture Brands. The furniture
and upholstery pieces draw inspiration from treasures gathered during
the 17th, 18th & 19th centuries by Althorps famous inhabitants.
ACCESSORISE
SILVER FINISH
This sterling silver Flower Butterfly T-light
comes from Nupurh J, located in Defence
Colony. For more, visit www.nupurhj.com.
WATCH
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OU FOR
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SIMPLE &
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SUBTLE
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hile
inspired
butterflfly, wh
his Hanger is simple and
multi-functional. For more,
visit www.pavanjangid.com.
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GET ORGANISED
MONSOON MAGIC
The Sada Bahar range from Casa Paradox
has organisers, tissue boxes, trays, dustbins in parrot prints and original graphics.
For more, visit www.casaparadox.com.
NEWS
SMART UTILITY
BRIGHT
ACCENTS
The days of scattered
accessories, messy drawers,
stuffed bags and lost ornaments
can be over, courtesy Sakshi
Mongas Pretty Please Me.
Check out the perky range
of Lipstick Organisers, Multipurpose Storage Trunks, Wallmounted Jewellery Stands,
Scarf-Hangers and Bag
Stands. For more, visit www.
prettypleaseme.com.
WEBSITES TO FOLLOW
PERSONAL STYLE
RICH TEXTURES
The collection of bath and home linen from
Trident India is a combination of contemporary
design, innovative constructions and luxurious
fibre. For more, visit www.tridentindia.com.
CELEBRATE!
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Bovery chair,
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AN OPTICAL PLAY
A QUESTION OF CURVES
The relaxation area is designed with circular
elements, which gives an effect of the room
being in constant motion. This is in contrast to
the dining area, which on the contrary, is covered
with a mix of black-on-white stripes. Above, can
be seen the Zoe carpet (Paola Lenti), Leaf chair
in steel rod by Arper and ceramic tables, T-Table
by Bosa and double-top Secreto from Col.
24 CASAVIVA AUGUST 15
PASSIONS IN VIEW
Heres what those who enter
the house see. The first
impact must be striking and
speak of those who live there.
Federica and Vanessa totally
agree on this, which is the
reason why they thought of
hanging on the bottom wall
some paintings made by the
hostess, including a 3D-effect
sculpture, which appear to
be in perfect balance with
the shelves full of books and
small, fun dcor objects.
AUGUST 15 CASAVIVA 25
EARLIER
SOLUTIONS BY SURPRISE
On one side of the entry
door is a wall wardrobe with
powder pink doors and, on the
other side, a kitchen partially
hidden by an L-shaped wall.
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EARLIER
28 CASAVIVA AUGUST 15
THE IMPORTANCE
OF MEMORIES
On completion of the
work, Federica received
as a gift from her
grandmother her
Fifties bookshelf, one
she was attached to
since she was a child.
She wondered how
to showcase it best.
Along with Vanessa,
she decided to fix it at
the centre of the wall
with two doors, so it
becomes the discreet
star of the living area.
Above, there are vases
and dcor objects from
Bosa, Internoitaliano,
Kose and Incipit. On
the left, is the Ciminiera
F2 floor lamp from
Rotaliana.
AUGUST 15 CASAVIVA 31
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EARLIER
THE READING
CORNER
There are different
shades of grey,
perfectly blending
with the wooden floor.
The Peg chair,
upholstered with
alcantara, is from
Cappellini, afternoon
black chair Menu is
from J&V Store, the
Town black and white
clock is from Progetti
and Edi Son lamp is
from Davide Groppi.
SOULFUL NOOKS
From a soulless room, its now a tailormade
nest. Earlier, the room was a white cube
with a grey bed and some black decor.
The effect was a bit impersonal, but it was
enough, however, to cover the two walls
with the right wallpaper and a cement grey
paint to give it the necessary personality.
NATURAL
TOUCHES
The bathroom was
also completely
white. Vanessa
added some Nordic
themed wooden
accessories.
The stool and
multifunctional
totem with mirror
and beech towel-rail
are from the Rung
by Thermomatt.
Towels are from the
Solotuo line
by Zucchi,
cosmetics from
Aesop and runner
Honey decorated
with hexagons
from Pappelina.
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THE WORKS
Room
Living room
Bathroom
Kitchen
Demolitions
Entry
Buildings
THE PLAN
510 cm
Dining area
Room
510 cm
350 cm
460 cm
Living room
Bathroom
Kitchen
Entry
60 M
2
235 cm
140 cm
160 cm
2
220 cm
155 cm
THE PROJECT
It was a typical
three-room student
apartment: a common
kitchen-cum-living
room, two bedrooms
and a bathroom. In
addition, was the grand
entrance which was very
badly exploited. When
Federica purchased
it, she transformed
it into a tailored tworoom apartment. She
demolished the walls
between the entrance,
kitchen and bedroom
and made a big living
area with the kitchen in
view. She then moved the
bedroom door so that this
could accommodate a
floor-to-ceiling closet. She
transformed the dressing
room into a laundry.
AUGUST 15 CASAVIVA 35
TICK
TERMS
NO. OF ISSUES
COVER PRICE
YOU PAY
YOU SAVE
FREE GIFTS
1 Year
12
Rs. 1,500
Rs. 1,200
Rs. 300
2 Years
24
Rs. 3,000
Rs. 2,250
Rs. 750
3 Years
36
Rs. 4,500
Rs. 3,150
Rs. 1,350
LIVING SPACES
An old, unused cellar gets a makeover into
a functional gym, while a spacious home in
Cape Town makes the most of the ample
greenery and astounding views. A project
in Orissa uses its neutral background to
highlight the interesting bright elements.
DESIGNER SPACES
MYSTIC
VIEWS
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GUTTER CREDIT
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DESIGNER SPACES
ity living has its benefits, but relocating to an outof-town retreat means a full-time holiday feeling,
even with a demanding business to run. Its a
move that husbands Kobus Loots and Greg Shaw
made over a decade ago, and the lure of urban living hasnt
swayed them since. Film editors with a company based
in Cape Towns CBD and an apartment on the crammed
Atlantic seaboard, the couple started building a weekend
house in Misty Cliffs in 2000. Shortly after, they felt a pull
to move their home from the hum of Cape Town to this
more secluded spot. A 45-minute drive to the city centre,
Misty Cliffs provided a relaxed living environment, but
with a reasonable commute. While the house started off as
a holiday home, Kobus and Greg soon saw the potential to
create their ideal living space and something bigger than
just a little house with a sea view. I saw a picture of an
Australian house clad in wood with a modern architectural
aesthetic, says Kobus, who explains how they wanted the
look of a contemporary timber-frame house.
An unconventional twist
I would describe our space as a wooden shack by the sea, with
a spin on the traditional, says Greg. Our brief to the architect
was a beach home with a difference. But while we may have
wanted it to look extraordinary, it needed to be a real home,
where real people live. The couples log cabin, as Greg
describes it, has become something much roomier than they
first conceptualised. You get so wrapped up in the process that
before you know it, its much larger than you ever imagined,
says Greg. The property, which stands on a 600m2-sized plot,
was extended 10 years later. A glass bird aviary, 20 metres high,
was used as the structure to connect the original home with
the new living area. We didnt want to do more of the same,
says Kobus of the build. We wanted to create a mix of older
elements with something more modern, otherwise things would
be too bland, he explains. Gregs love for birds has injected
a real sense of honouring the natural beauty of the location.
Im crazy about nature, and the aviary was the only way to
make me feel like we lived in the heart of it, he says. I like the
exotic, and what could be more exotic than a pink scarlet ibis
and toco toucans essentially living in your home?
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GUTTER CREDIT
DESIGNER SPACES
DESIGNER SPACES
GUTTER CREDIT
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DESIGNER SPACES
DESIGNER SPACES
DESIGNER SPACES
A constantly evolving
treasured space
An example of his favourite investment
pieces is the South American mint-green
doors in the bunkers living room, a purchase
that Kobus made before the section was even
built. I believe that if you buy things you
like, everything will sit together, he says.
The couples overseas finds, bought while
travelling, have been added to the mix.
We always buy perceived kitsch things on
holiday and find space for them somewhere,
says Greg, pointing to the cheery, brightly
painted artwork of a Zanzibar village. More
muted pieces include a marble chessboard
bought in India (made from the same marble
as the TajMahal) and a modern rectangular
glass lamp found in New York City that
sits on the living rooms low coffee table. Set
against a textured white well, the painting
bought from a street artist in Stone Town,
Zanzibar, breaks up the living rooms clean
inner shell. Treasured pieces do, however,
have a lifespan in the Shaw-Loots house. We
always want to shake things up, says Greg.
Kobus loves the evolution of the space, like
its a big fun game.
DESIGNER SPACES
A pragmatic relationship
Kobus remarks, Your home will never be finished because you always
carry on throwing out and adding to it. Take the masculine Eames chair
once the couples pride and joythats slowly been worked out of the space
and now sold. With a tribe of Airedale terriers and a pet macaw parrot,
accepting that the interior fixtures and furniture will become weathered
means a pragmatic detachment from material items. Coco, the parrot,
loved chewing it, muses Greg. The buyer was horrified that we allowed an
original Eames lounge chair and ottoman to be eaten by a parrot.
AUGUST 15 CASAVIVA 47
DESIGNER SPACES
An extension of nature
The landscape of the Cape Peninsula dominates, so
the garden needed to become an extension of the
rugged surrounds and, in essence, art. In our house,
paintings arent necessary because were surrounded
by nature, says Kobus, explaining that when creating
the outdoor living area, the couple simply worked with
what was already there. We used the rocks from the
building site as cladding and as part of the concrete
deck that wraps around the house. For the garden,
the approach was simpletrial and error. In Misty
Cliffs, you plant whatever will grow, like fynbos and
olive trees. We spent a fortune on bulbs but lost them
all overnight to a hungry porcupine. While the garden
design was unintentional, elements like the swimming
pool were more carefully thought through. The dark
colour of the raised pool purposefully blends into the
mountains beyond, says Kobus. The outdoor living and
pool area has been given a leafy canopy of Erythrina
trees, creating shade for a set of table and chairs from
PlaisirdJardin in Constantia, Cape Town.
DESIGNER SPACES
AUGUST 15 CASAVIVA 49
DESIGNER SPACES
The natural woodiness of one of the homes decks,
made from Balau wood, is broken up with splashes
of vivid orange thanks to chairs from PlaisirdJardin in
Constantia, Cape Town.
An inspired space
Natural-toned garden furniture adds to the
organic colour palette of the Cape sandstone
found on-site. Combining architectural styles
has translated into an intermingled interior.
While the couple has similar tastes that make for
complementary design (Greg loves minimalism
and Kobus is fond of Scandinavian chic), their
love of mixing things up is the antidote to what
could otherwise be an insipid space. While they
arent fond of clutter and ornamentationit
doesnt work because of the wind, says
Kobusthey arent fussy about eclectic dcor
with varied price tags. My philosophy is that
if you invest in three big pieces of value, then
its fine to add in other objects, like basics from
accessible retailers. An emerald green pendant
light by Tom Dixon from Crema greets guests as
they climb the stairs in the entrance hall.
Treasured South American doors are the
backdrop to Gregs desk (by Laurence Friedman
from Truly Fantastic) and a Jasper Morrison
chair for Vitra. The bay window by architect
Vanessa Sass was made with untreated Balau,
unpainted fibre cement boards and aluminum,
as per the aesthetic of modern Australian
architecture, says Kobus.
50 CASAVIVA AUGUST 15
LIFESTYLE
Sartorial
elegance
The apartment is feminine with chic,
but practical ideas and customised
furniture. It packs everything within an
area of 55 square metres, including a
comfortable space for shoes.
Photos by Piermario Ruggeri, Styling by Giovanna Fra,
Text by Lucia Bocchi
52 CASAVIVA AUGUST 15
LIFESTYLE
PINK FOR RELAXATION
Unusual pink shades have
been used for the Slow
Chair armchair by Vitra and
Grshoppa reading lamp from
Gubi. On the Secreto table by
Col, is a ball from J&V Store,
Japanese teapot and bowl
from Surimono, besides the
Last Stool from Discipline.
AUGUST 15 CASAVIVA 53
LIFESTYLE
RAFFAELLA, MILAN
Passion: Ballet and
chic shoes
55 square metre apartment
OPEN SPACE
In the ash wood kitchen
by Falegnameria Oggioni,
the appliances include an
induction casserole by
Franke, Kn Pro coffee-maker
Inissia from Nespresso,
the Royal VKB carafe and
The Copycat Tool plate by
LaRinascente. Also seen are
the table and chairs from
Alivar, porcelain from Kose
and Ichendorf bottle.
MULTI-PURPOSE WALL
At the entrance, is a fullheight piece of furniture,
made to measure, which
partly forms a closet with
a convenient hanger
compartment and continues
as a bookcase. In the
foreground, is the arm of the
mid-1800 boat couch.
The Affi barstool from
Internoitaliano is also seen.
ehind
the
sense
of harmony which
encapsulates
this
open two-room apartment,
Raffaella has chosen to
have some custom-made
furniturewardrobes,
kitchen, bookcaseand to
insert some design pieces. In
order to realise her dream,
she assigned the project to
designer Bruno Cereda, along
with trusted carpentry firm
Brianza. As a result, she got
those space subdivisions and
multiple-use solutions that
make her home comfortable
and seem more spacious. In
order to increase brightness,
the bleached natural ash
wood of structural furniture,
coupled with light oak
parquet, white walls and
windows without tents have
been used. Added to this are
hyper-feminine touches of
pink and red.
AUGUST 15 CASAVIVA 55
LIFESTYLE
DELICATE FORMS
AND TONES
Near Raffaellas little
houses, can be
seen paintings by
LAffiche, bottle by
Kose, hand by Hay
and Oiseau wood
by Vitra.
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TO DIVIDE OR NOT?
The scenic wing, which defines the living area
without distinctly separating the relaxation area and
the dining room, is illuminated by the Twiggy lamp
from Foscarini. On the suspended module, can be
seen the Tube pipe, ball and bag by AnnaRita N
from J & V Store. Inside (on the facing page), are
seen glasses by Bormioli Rocco and mug by Iittala.
AUGUST 15 CASAVIVA 57
UTILITY DOORS
The full-height ash wood
wardrobe extends the
length of the corridor. At one
corner, it forms the closet/
shoe rack whose door is
indistinguishable from the
wardrobe, by Alegnameria
Oggioni. The Mini Button
Ceiling lamp by Flos can
also be seen.
58 CASAVIVA AUGUST 15
LIFESTYLE
AMONG THE
GREENS!
The terrace,
overlooking the
condominium garden,
is very nice. It has
a bistro-style table
and folding chairs,
including trendy
details, such as the
vintage style sprinkler
by Moroni Gomma
that projects out from
among the plants,
from Giuseppe Roma.
LIFESTYLE
WELL-EXPLOITED SPACES
The bathroom is designed to look bigger. The piece of
customised furniture varies in depth from 20 cm to 50 cm
(see plan) to make room for fixtures on the wall in front of
the door. The support washbasin Nido by Hatria, Active
vase from Ideal Standard, round mirror and brushes by
Brollo, tray from A.tipico and SoloTuo towels in cotton
from Zucchi and linen by Society can all be seen.
THE LAUNDRY IS IN
THE BALCONY!
The second balcony, which
is long and narrow with an
entry from the living area,
has been used as a laundry.
Its an outdoor room, but
sheltered by a fixed barrier. The
washing machine and dryer
from Electrolux are not only
in a column, but thanks to a
strong customised structure,
they are also 35 cm apart. In
this way, the faucet and switch
are accessible and there is
another support compartment,
in addition to the shelves and
closet in the foreground. To
arrive at the porthole of the
dryer, its convenient to use a
stool, which has been placed
on the side, ready for use.
AFTER
55 M2
310 cm
Kitchen
360 cm
65cm
120 cm
Corridor
Shoe rack
Living room
180 cm
Entrance
300 cm
Bathroom
360 cm
Balcony
Dining room
Bedroom
330 cm
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280 cm
250 cm
290 cm
THE PROJECT
The U-shaped threeroom apartment has been
remodelled in the way its
divided. Now, its a tworoom apartment with a
large living/dining/kitchen,
bedroom, corridor, cabin,
bathroom, terrace and
balcony/laundry. The side
of the apartment which
faces the outside has
been left free. The entire
customised storage
furniture (cabinets,
bookcases, kitchen) is
placed inside, and so the
apartment is more airy!
SOLUTIONS
VINCENZO TATTOLO
Architect, 34
Rome, Italy
Two-room apartment
www.fraschettitattolo.it
no more
wasted spaces!
Its only 46 square metres, but seems much more.
This has been done using customised furniture,
colour and styling touches!
Service and styling by Cristina Gigli, Photos by Serena Eller, Text by Lucia Bocchiz
RTRO DINING
Around the table are seen
cinema chairs Thonet by
Animalier & Oltre and the
lamp Tolomeo Mega.
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SOLUTIONS
A FREE-FLOWING DESIGN
The Studio Strato displays a
track ladder with containers on
the side and a central niche.
On the right, along the red
wall, can be seen marble-top
shelves and the Tube fan.
he large kitchen, at
the centre of the living
room, emphasises the
modernity of the project.
Francesco explains, We are
in a historic district, where
time has left an indelible mark
on the buildings; to retain
that connection, we kept a
balance between past and
contemporary
conventions.
So, near their structural
furnishings, such as the
kitchen and bookshelf, are seen
the wardrobe from 1800, the
Thirties style tubular radiators
and pieces of vintage design.
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SOLUTIONS
SMALL DETAILS
The Charleston radiator
Technoline with raw finish
from Zehnder, Tin cookware,
pot-holders and rag by
Mia, cans by c.u.c.i.n.a and
small wall lamp EL 96 by
Tecnolumen can be seen.
AUGUST 15 CASAVIVA 65
SOLUTIONS
SMALL DETAILS
The tables are red
and in metal, by Mia;
and black, in wood,
by Spider from
Arflex. The Extension
Chair Moooi is by
Mia. The wall lamp,
Fato, designed by
Gio Ponti in 1969 is
from Artemide; the
ceiling lamp with a
canvas lampshade is
from Flamant.
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SPACE-SAVING WALLS
The large bookshelf,
designed by the two
architects, surrounds the
entrance. It also acts as the
pantry wall of the kitchen,
which is partially visible.
AUGUST 15 CASAVIVA 67
SOLUTIONS
A PASSING CLOSET
The closet, with wallpaper from
Osborne & Little, receives light
from the room through the
glass at the top.
STRONG LINES
On the glass table, can
be seen the Miss K lamp,
designed by Philippe Starck,
with a transparent base and
textile lampshade from Flos.
The wallpaper from Farrow &
Ball, out of production now, is
replaceable with Block Print
Stripe or Closet Stripe, with
narrower stripes.
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A COBALT BACKGROUND
The light tones of the duvet cover,
bedspread and tricot plaid from Zara
Home and a Fifties applique from
Lumires are seen here.
AUGUST 15 CASAVIVA 69
SOLUTIONS
240 cm
AFTER
Room
Living room
Room
Kitchen
Dining
room
Living room
Bathroom
135 cm
Bathroom
530 cm
Kitchen
135 cm
BEFORE
Entrance
46 M2
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Entrance
280 cm
315 cm
315 cm
PROJECT
SIMPLY CLASSIC
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Subtle style
The informal lounge overlooking the dining area breathes in a rush of greys,
speckled with colours in artworks and a colourful overhanging installation.
PROJECT
Classic contours
The other end of the bedroom brings in a simple, functional study area. The
standing lamp to the left glamorises the space through a vivacious amount of
bling, with only tomes and the television bringing in colour in this section of the
space. The windows stand concealed behind raw silk curtains. A view of the
wall in the tiny powder room on the first floor is seen. Intriguing wooden lines
frame textures in onynx and white Belgian marble in an astute arrangement, a
best of waste, crafted using leftover pieces. The rivetting effect is duplicated
through the presence of a mirror on the opposite wall, and ends up amplifying
the space visually. The backlit pristine jaali to the right lends a moorish touch.
AUGUST 15 CASAVIVA 75
PROJECT
Accesorise right
Manmeet Arora shares tips on how
to rev up a neutral palette.
Defining tones: Pick a defining
color element of the furniture,
using that to determine shades
in art work and accessories. For
instance, the Jaisalmer stone
bench inspired the orange and
mustard artwork used in the space.
Bright highlights: Liven up
the palette with a coloured rug.
Remember to use a colour you
love, and not one that is trending.
Colour play: Choose 2-3 colors,
depending on the size of the space
and stick to these shades whilst
choosing the art, accessories,
cushions and soft furnishings
Accessorise: Books make for
the best accessories, and add
immense character and color to an
otherwise muted palette.
The mini, concealed, onyx bar on the terrace is linked
to the master bedroom. The stylish treasure trove
stands complemented by a high chair duo.
Earthy palette
Marked visually by a leather clad partial separating wall, The
extension of the master bedroom stands dominated by a
black and white chequered rug, and deep green blinds, with
complementary strokes in the Odishi artwork on the wall. A
calm, open, restful space, perfect for sitting and reading a book
Masculine tones rule the sons bedroom, with minimal
spotlights and a zero fuss brick wall in the study area. On the
wall behind is a clever rendition of best of waste, with all the
leftover grooved white marble pieces and onyx bits arranged in
a bewitching arrangement. The globular lights are a whimsical
pick from a shop in China. The diagonal lines on the wooden
flooring are a deliberate, pleasing mismatch with the wooden
texture above, both in colour and linear configuration.
76 CASAVIVA AUGUST 15
SPOTLIGHT
Inspired by
history
An imposing
design ethos
AUGUST 15 CASAVIVA 79
SPOTLIGHT
For the Queen Victorial suite (left and above), the wooden
flooring is in walnut; the bedside table is vintage French, sourced
from the Paris flea market; the Josephine Bed is by Bullard and
the cushions covered in Adras Ikat, designed by him.
The bed for the third bedroom is custommade by Bullard in his Sultans Garden fabric;
the linen is from the Frette Hotel Collection,
while bedside Antoinette tables are specially
designed and the 19th Century mirror is from
the Chateau Gutsch Collection.
A MOROCCAN FANTASY
PREVAILS WITH A TENTED CEILING
FOR THE BEDROOM.
A grand design
Specialty suites like the Queen Victoria have
been decorated in a grand, yet inviting style,
with many unexpected twists such as a romantic
claw-footed bath tub floating in the centre of the
room, surrounded by metres of fabrics. Antique
oil paintings, a gilded four-poster bed and soft
upholstery complete the look.
In the Majorelle suite, a Moroccan fantasy prevails
complete with a tented ceiling for the bedroom
and ottoman-style banquette seating in the sitting
room. All rooms have been equipped with top-ofthe-line mattresses and fine, high thread count
sheeting. The clients billionaire business and
media moguls Alexander Lebedev and his son
Evgeny Lebedev wanted to restore the chateau
to its former glory, while being respectful to the
Swiss history and imposing architecture.
The design brief was to create a world class
boutique hotel environment with modern day
luxury and old world charm. The public spaces
are to be enjoyed by the locals, the Swiss visitors
and tourists alike, while honouring the past and
the important role the Gutsch has played in
Lucernes history.
AUGUST 15 CASAVIVA 81
SPOTLIGHT
The grand
entrance is
covered in paperbacked fabrics
added to the
original panelling
in an 18th
century Swiss
document fabric
that Schumacher
reproduced for
Bullard in a local
100-year-old
Swiss fabric mill.
Original classics
The grand entrance (above) has a marble pillar, surrounded by
wallpaper from Bullards Sinhala range for Schumacher, the 19th
century sofa is covered in Manuel Canovas mohair, while the console
is an original antique from the Chateau Gutsch Collection. The vases
in Swiss porcelain are from Lucerne and the flooring is in Massangis
Limestone and Absolute Black Marble. The balcony railings, chairs
and round tables are in original 19th century iron work custom-made
by Bullard. The flooring is in French limestone, while the chairs are
from Dedon and stone sculptures from Chateau.
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