Delicious Autumn

I really do love autumn! The scrunching of crispy autumn leaves under foot, the crisp freshness in the morning and the glorious light and warmth of the sun during the day. I also love autumnal colours: beautiful honeys, ambers, reds and chocolate; they make you feel warm even though the weather has started to cool.  These rich colour palettes translate to the interior, where modern design characteristics place an emphasis on creating an atmosphere that is both spacious and yet warm.  Interiors are fresh-looking and uncluttered yet reflect a plush, comfortable ambience. Clean, crisp lines complemented with rich textures and patterns are at the forefront of current design trends. Any dining or living space featuring the golden tones of autumn can make any family gathering seem like a special event.

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Single Images

This month's single image ideas focus on warmth and Autumn pallet.

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Modern and sleek in Milan

On the first floor of a spacious and elegant fin-de-siècle apartment building in the well-heeled Corso Sempione in Milan is this stunning contemporary apartment recently refurbished by the architect Stefano Cellerino. Modern, sleek and designed with contemporary materials, art and styling, this apartment also features some recycled items such as the large bookcase in the lounge which was found in an architectural salvage warehouse, as well as in the construction of the dining table, made from old pieces of flooring. Oriental statues impart a particular flavour to the interior, as does the etched figures in the glass door leading to the bedroom area – where are located the master bedroom and open plan ensuite bathroom as well as guest room... view feature

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The House of the Future

Designed by an architect enthusiast, this town house is a technological innovation and located in the heart of Chateau-Thierry, it does not go unnoticed. Rebuilt on the ruins of an ancient house of shoemakers, it stands a tall facade of glass and wood. An amazing project designer, Eric Pace first took a contextual approach: the house is part of the Church of St. Crispin; although the outside has evolved into a modern house it was necessary to integrate the site. The habitat itself is spread over three floors: kitchen and dining-room, living room, bedroom and bathroom; the parts are connected by an interior staircase. Very pure design, the furniture is a natural in this high-tech atmosphere. "You can always make improvements for this type of habitat" and Eric Pace does not lack imagination. The evening's light sensors not only control the lights but also close the shutters to carefully preserve the privacy of any guests... view feature

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Salvage loft in an old summer camp

Somewhere between an art gallery and cabinet of curiosities, surrealism and design point you towards Christian Nesler’s home on the Isle of Ré; a former summer camp canteen transformed. A somewhat fortuitous find, several friends purchased the buildings as a collective; Christian chose the kitchen, which was in ruins, a refectory, store room and a cold room. Converting it to an avant-garde loft was the challenge and with graphic elements like the black and white tiled floor, the red couch or the yellow lamp Christian nourishes his art of salvage materials. Assembling abstract compositions where the different materials play and colours create singular atmospheres "Each piece is unique and absolutely not reproducible". Christian Nesler made us discover his universe, his humour... view feature

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Victorian Values

Walking through the panelled front door of Lawrence Roller White’s Victorian house in South London, is like stepping into a gentleman’s residence in a gentler age. Seeing the neat, ordered hallway and highly polished clay-tile floor, you realise you are not in a home where old-fashioned values are held in high regard. “we had it wired so we can receive calls on it.” The deep-red carpet that runs up the stairs adds to the traditional feel - “Red is the only colour for carpet” - and carefully blending this with the soft green of the walls is a series of framed botanical prints that play to the Victorian theme... view feature

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Ahead of the Curve

A dramatic home in Kent displays not just the owners' vaulting ambition but also their passion for eco living. Deep in the Kent countryside is the home of architect Richard Hawkes, it's the sort of place that encourages passers-by to slow to a crawl in their cars. What they’ll see first is a vast arch thrusting out of the ground that’s covered with a lush carpet of grasses and flowers – in effect, a rooftop meadow – beneath which there are boxy glass and cedar protuberances: the interior rooms. “It’s every architects dream to build his own house at some point, and when we found this plot, it just felt so right,” says Richard... view feature

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One Bed Wonder

Andrew Yin kept the palette simple in his London flat to create an airy feel – and showcase his eclectic furniture and accessories Andrew Yin, owner of the boutique homeware shop Do in Covent Garden, London, believes that “you should surround yourself with things that give your life a lift”. At his home, a one-bed flat near Old Street Tube station in East London, this means a mix of both the practical and the bizarre. On the utilitarian front, there is adaptable Vitsoe shelving which runs along the brick wall of the open-plan living space; a multifunctional L-shaped B&B Italia sofa; a brightly coloured modular lounger in the hall; and a driftwood-framed triptych hall mirror... view feature

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