Shutters On The Beach in Santa Monica goes straight to the top of our list when it comes to coastal hotels; situated right on the sand with a boardwalk weaving between the surrounding palm trees, the property is large yet has the feel of a much smaller boutique hotel. The lobby is open and airy […] Read more…
WEDDING EXPERTS: CLAIRE DO MONTE
Claire do Monte is a London-based wedding planner who works across the UK specialising in the design of sophisticated, classic occasions with a contemporary edge that are notable for the inclusion of an abundance of tiny, personal details. Here we discuss her style and what attracts her VIP clients to her service… Luxury to me means […] Read more…
FILMMAKER EXTRAORDINAIRE: MARCO CAPUTO
Coming up in April 2024: The work of film maker Marco Caputo: www.caputofilms.com Read more…
CHATEAU VERSAILLES: DECORATIVE EXPERTS
Many of the most luxurious hotels and residences around the world, particularly in Paris, take their design inspiration directly from Chateau Versailles, where the sun king brought the most talented artisans and craftsmen from around Europe to create the palace back in the 16th century… When replicating a look, it’s always preferable to find the […] Read more…
INTERIOR ACCESSORIES: OBJET LUXE
The accessorising of a design scheme is key to giving it identity, and the use of natural materials helps create warmth… this is often best illustrated in highly polished interiors where a more relaxed aura is required – on a yacht or in a new-build property – and can often be achieved through the installation […] Read more…
WALL-TO-WALL ROMANCE: MS DESIGN STUDIO
A simple but dramatic method of almost instantly altering the ambience of a room is to change the colour of the walls using colour, or even better, add by including a theme such as flowers or sky. In the lead up to Valentines Day, we talk to the founder of MS Design Studio about her […] Read more…
TROMPE L’OEIL: DECORATIVE OBJET AND DESSERTS
John Cullen lighting Read more…
PARISIAN PALACES: GET THE VIBE AT HOME
VALENTINE’S DAY: FROM PARIS WITH LOVE
Arlaux Champagne is best known for being served in Michelin star restaurants and the most exclusive hotels around the world – for example, Joël Robuchon in Hong Kong, Kikunoi in Tokyo or the Gstaad Palace in Switzerland… We spoke with Pierre-Christian, the owner of Arlaux about how his Champagne is best served for Valentine’s Day: […] Read more…
PINK HOUSE MUSTIQUE: FEELS LIKE SUMMER
COMING UP: MARCH 2023 Read more…