Archive of ‘LIFESTYLE’ category

STUDIO CLEMENTINE: A RETURN TO MAXIMILISM

INTRO BY NICKY SUMMER: For the past 25 years I’ve been designing private residences around the world for contacts I know socially and through business, private clients of top realtors and friends who are in property – either as developers or consultants. The top end of the interiors world is full of interesting and highly […] Read more…

KATARINA TIFFT: THE SHELL SEEKER

I create because I enjoy the process; I want my art to make people stop for a moment, stare, take a step closer, and evoke an urge to touch and feel the texture – to me, this is like speaking to people through the beauty of art…” Katarina Tifft, shell artist Katarina Tifft is an […] Read more…

ROMANCING THE STONE: ELEANOR CARDOZO

I lose track of all time when I’m in my studio working to beautiful music, hours can pass when I am ‘in the zone’ and it often feels as though someone else is doing the work through me! As the quote from the French author André Gide goes: ‘Art is a collaboration between God and […] Read more…

RESTAURANTS: FLORERIA ATLANTICO, BARCELONA

INTRO BY NICKY SUMMER: Those who live in Barcelona – or plan to visit this summer – are in for a treat as a new restaurant and bar has opened in the city with none other than Argentinian operator Alex Resnik (former right hand man to California based super-chef Wolfgang Puck) at the helm. I […] Read more…

LA VIE EN ROSE: ‘SUGAR & CHIC’ CAKE DESIGN

INTRO BY NICKY SUMMER: Ewa Sparshott, founder of ’Sugar & Chic’, is a highly accomplished bespoke wedding cake designer and sugar artist who’s currently launching a complementary wedding gift range that incorporates a number of her own-label artisan foods. Ewa’s USP in the confectionary world is based on her Masters Degree in hotel management combined with […] Read more…

TURNED FROM STONE: JAMES MITCHELL MARBLE

Sculptor James Mitchell is a well known figure in the building, developing and interior design worlds, producing marble and stone features to enhance properties internationally. His company is able to create pieces as diverse as contemporary baths sculpted out of marble through to traditional fireplaces and travertine surrounds that wouldn’t look out of place in […] Read more…

WINTER WHITE: AWARD-WINNING GARDEN DESIGN

Beautiful gardens come with the territory when referencing dream homes, therefore we’re thrilled to feature the work seen here of Chelsea Flower Show award winning designer Richard Miers alongside luxurious residences presented by property expert *Charles McDowell in our New Year 2023 content (*see separate feature on the front page January 2023). Following on from […] Read more…

AT HOME IN THE ’BU: THE LOCALS FAVOURITES

BY NICKY SUMMER MALIBU is home to some of the most beautiful private residences on the west coast and the support system for the locals, weekend visitors and holiday makers is second to none. We’re talking rustic beauty in a land of sunshine, surf and sunsets where you can let your hair down, walk bare-foot […] Read more…

NINA NAUSTDAL, QUEEN OF THE NIGHT

Residing in London, Norwegian ’wonder woman’ Nina Naustdal is a highly-recognised face both in the media and on the red carpet; truly the embodiment of the self-made woman, Nina has evolved from international athlete to fashion model, influencer, designer, TV personality, singer, actor and award-winning lifestyle entrepreneur of global renown… Nina is a believer of […] Read more…

GARDEN GETAWAYS: CHRISTMAS UNBOXING

NICKY SUMMER: By whatever mode of transport Santa Claus arrives for the holidays – Porsche or sleigh – direct him to your secret escape at the end of your garden – the perfect place to enjoy a drink, watch a movie, relax over dinner and also unbox your gifts on Christmas morning – cosy, private […] Read more…

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