Nicole Hugo of Torc Pots, makers of handmade urns and outdoor furniture, is based in the Channel Islands where the family business has been located since it was first started by Hylton Hugo. Torc Pots produces a selection of the largest planters available around the world and the unique material used in their manufacture means […] Read more…
When she’s not planning an upcoming event, wedding planner Roberta Burcheri (above, left) of Roberta Burcheri Events, can be found travelling, gathering inspiration for future designs, scouring interiors magazines, cooking gourmet meals and finding ways to give back to the event design community that she holds dear to her heart. Here, we discuss the ethos […] Read more…
My company Holy Water is a collective of creatives, scientists and storytellers who give a f**k…” Adam McVay, founder, Holy Water ADAM MCVAY, the passionate and dynamic founder of event bar company Holy Water, works with select brands and individuals operating at the very top of their respective fields. The company launched back in 2009 after […] Read more…
INTRO BY NICKY SUMMER: The theme of this summer’s content is ‘The Garden Party’ and that’s been inspired by scenes such as this one here, above, created by Melinda Gill of award-winning Luxus Events, credited with being one of the top wedding planners in the UK. I’d describe a wedding designed by Melinda’s company as […] Read more…
Colin Cowie, the Zambian-born event planner, designer, and lifestyle guru, moved from South Africa to the USA in the 1980’s to pursue a career in event planning, and quickly became known for his creativity, attention to detail, and ability to create unforgettable experiences for his clients. Over the years since, Colin has planned a wide […] Read more…
INTRO BY NICKY SUMMER: Over the course of my life and career, I’ve socialised and liaised with some of the most powerful and influential figures in global film, music, politics, public relations, media, hospitality, fashion, aviation, property, interiors and events… and they all have something in common – a generosity of spirit and a certain […] Read more…
BY NICKY SUMMER: For many years, Fragrance du Bois has produced many of my favourite scents yet I’ve never had the opportunity to meet the man who creates them. That man is Jonnie Swarbrick, one of our City & Beach Magazine ‘STYLE LEADERS’, who started the company in Paris in 2013, using scents from Grasse […] Read more…
AMBIENTCO: Your Home, Our Expertise Our dream client is our next customer; our clients help shape our brand and all are equally important to us…” Ambientco Ambientco is an online retailer specialising in contemporary lighting, offering a wide range of options that includes stylish table lamps and luxurious chandeliers. Formed just last Summer, during 2023, […] Read more…
BY NICKY SUMMER: Entrances and lobby decor are two of the most crucial interlinked aspects of any hotel design – whether they’re discreet or flamboyant. The series of doors to Hotel Costes (below, left), one of the coolest destinations on the planet, is enormous but each is painted matt black and would be fairly anonymous […] Read more…
ABOVE: Top: ‘Nebula’ rug; Esti Barnes, ‘Endive’ rug As founder and creative director of multi-award-winning ‘TOPFLOOR BY ESTI’ located in Chelsea Harbour Design Centre in south west London, Esti Barnes is one of the key figures of the bespoke rug design world. Over the years, Esti has developed a style of flooring that is completely […] Read more…
Geoff Walker is the owner and musical director of multiple award-winning Ambassador Band – a huge fan of (the artist formerly known as) Prince, Geoff has worked around the world alongside some of entertainment’s finest. Here we discuss how he started out in the business and where his career has taken him and his band mates: […] Read more…
For over a decade, Claire German has been at the helm of the Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, acting as Managing Director and working closely with the owners to deliver their unique conceptual vision – she’s therefore directly credited with creating an exciting mecca for interior designers and architects who are looking for the finest furnishings, […] Read more…
THE LONDON ESSENTIALS live music band is a welcome fixture at many of the most high profile events around the world – working with the best planners – and giving each occasion an instant injection of fun with their enthusiasm and unique presence. Every six weeks or so, Ben Matthews (below, right) – who is […] Read more…
Following a fifteen year career in luxury hospitality, I set up my own event planning business; originally the main focus was on weddings, and we’ve expanded to parties and wider events over the years…” Bruce Russell INTRO BY NICKY SUMMER: “The international event organiser Bruce Russell is a French Canadian who made his way to […] Read more…
Susie Evans is the founder of Susie Evans Wedding and Events Co., a company that specialises in bespoke planning for weddings and celebrations. Many of these events take place over multiple days in a marquee at the private home of her clients, or on an exclusive country estate. From her base on the border of […] Read more…
INTRO BY NICKY SUMMER: An Italian wedding sounds like a dream – and there are so many romantic locations within the one country… there’s the glamour of Rome, the grandeur of Venezia, the uplifting and nostalgic vibe of the Amalfi Coast plus the relaxed, romantic charm of Tuscany. Which would you choose? Rome-based destination wedding […] Read more…
