MALIBU is a short drive up the Californian coast on PCH and has long time been a weekend escape from the city for the Hollywood elite. Over the past 15 years, or so, the area had developed from a laid back community to one where the pivotal points are made up of Malibu Farm, Nobu […] Read more…
NICKY SUMMER: RECOMMENDED SUPPLIERS
For the past twenty five years, Nicky has been creating beautiful homes on behalf of celebrity and UHNW clients around the world including California, London and the South of France. Past projects involve interior design, styling and total refurbishments of villas, a yacht, penthouse apartments and mansions located in the most desirable residential areas. An […] Read more…
TANIA JOHNSON DESIGN: AN INCREDIBLE JOURNEY
Eyes are particularly attracted to the colour blue – perhaps because it reminds us of cool, calm days beside the ocean – and Tania Johnson’s exquisite hand knotted rugs, which are inspired by her own photography, encompass the serenity of both. Tania, designer and founder of Tania Johnson Design – a company which specialises in […] Read more…
ALAN WALSH: EVERY PICTURE TELLS A STORY
BY NICKY SUMMER Alan Walsh is a British artist and gallery owner based in Monaco who specialises in Riviera and motorsport themed art; through bringing his works to life with bright, bold colours that express positivity and happiness, his works are clean and uncluttered – a reflection of how he believes the world should be. […] Read more…
DAVIDSON LONDON: BEAUTIFUL FURNISHINGS
DAVIDSON London designs and manufactures high quality British-made furniture for prestigious clients around the globe. Located in Chelsea Hardbour Design Centre, interior designers and global ‘names’ in the industry such as Katherine Pooley, Taylor Howes, Elicyon, Kelly Hoppen, Sophie Paterson and Laura Hammett make up approximately 60% of their work; the remaining 40% of their business […] Read more…
GET THE VIBE: HOW TO STYLE A SUPER-YACHT
Elegant furnishings are mandatory when designing the interior of a super-yacht, and styling with co-ordinating accessories is key to enhancing the ambience of a vessel built-to-order. First, art! All the marine themed pieces seen below are available from Trowbridge, which is where I sourced the mirror-framed coral and ocean life prints for the decor of […] Read more…
RALPH LAUREN PARIS: GET THE VIBE AT HOME
BY NICKY SUMMER One of our favourite places to dine in Paris is the terrace restaurant adjacent to the Ralph Lauren store on Boulevard St Germain. There is always an elegant but comfortable ambience; the traditional decor, music and styling resonates with Parisians and American visitors alike. As a residential, hotel and yacht designer, my […] Read more…
CLAYWORKS: FINISHES FOR HOTELS, SPAS & RESIDENCES
BY NICKY SUMMER The Clayworks website is one of the most exciting I’ve visited for a while – mainly because I’m interested in luxury hotels, contemporary finishes and – as a designer – I’m always impressed by those operating at the very top of their game. The client list of Clayworks is like a ‘who’s […] Read more…
NICKY SUMMER BIO
Nicky Summer is a British leader in luxury lifestyle. The Financial Times ‘How To Spend It’ describes her as ‘dynamic’ and the San Francisco Chronicle as ‘top international celebrity designer’. Nicky is known as an accomplished interior designer on behalf of private clients and those of Sotheby’s Realty, Harrods Estates, Knight Frank, Savills and Hamptons. […] Read more…
NATURAL SCREEN COMPANY: SUMMER DECOR IN COLOUR
BY NICKY SUMMER Bespoke items – whether made to order for a customer or interior design client – give so much pleasure because the creator has clearly gone to extra special effort to produce an item that has a highly personal touch. The Natural Screen Company offers custom built screens and butlers trays, the type […] Read more…
