COME IN FROM
INTERIORS
!e c"d WORDS ANGELINA VILLA-CLARKE
COME IN FROM
Decorating your house for the festive period is one of the joys of winter. Whether you go for bright and bold or a simple Scandi style, here’s how to festoon your home with style
Deck !e hals The Christmas tree is, of course, the focal point of the season’s festive decorating with many of us having our own family customs and rituals surrounding adorning the spruce. While you can’t beat a real tree for authenticity (and that wonderful Christmassy pine scent), it’s worth noting that artificial trees have
come on in leaps and bounds over the past few years and are often the most practical choice. If you are considering faking it, then look to Christmas Tree World, which stocks a range of innovative trees that really do look and feel real. For a traditional scheme, the Mountain Pine
This image Sainsbury’s Midnight Christmas range of accessories, from £1.50, brings a touch of glamour to your home SIGN UP TO THE EDIT NEWSLETTER AT CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK Property & Home Edition | December 2016 | 99
INTERIORS
INTERIORS
Tree is perfect with its abundance of rich, green foliage, while the pretty SnowWhite Fir Tree is ideal for a charming ‘winter wonderland’ arrangement. For something totally different – and thoroughly modern – Habitree offers a stylish alternative to the usual festive fir. The minimalist trees are made from Kebony wood and give an aesthetically clean finish with a sculptural appearance. When it comes to decorating the tree, there is a myriad of styles to choose from with trends coming and going each year. The tradition of decorating a tree is centuries old, originating in Germany and adopted by us around 170 years ago, and it is central to our Christmas festivities. For 2016, vintage kitsch is back – think bright, witty decorations in hues of purple, pink and blue. An ‘opulent luxe’ look is
also bang on-trend, with metallics, heavy embellishment, crystal and regal colours giving a maximalist feel. For a wide choice of unique decorations and baubles, check out local retailers, such as Catesby’s and The Secret Garden Christmas Shop at Burwash Manor. Meanwhile, Sainsbury’s Christmas Cottage and Winter Cottage designs draw inspiration from villages and hamlets across the country, where log fires blaze and families start to gather for that special day. An idyllic scene that, no doubt, would be appealing to most.
Above Go for an all-white table with accessories from Marks and Spencer. Left Woodland Pine Tree, from £19.99, and a purple bauble, £9.99 for a set of 12, at Christmas Tree World. Right All decorations and wreaths, from £1.99, from Gisela Graham
Top tips
TREES Angela Reed is a noted home store based in Saffron Walden. Owner David Reed gives his top three tree tips
Qu%n of Christmas
Designer Gisela Graham, renowned for her Christmas decorations, reveals what’s on-trend in 2016 “Christmas is, by definition, a traditional festival, so the customary colours and themes are going to predominate in 2016, as ever. While red, green and gold will once again be the popular colours for tree baubles, gold is changing. People are looking for lighter champagne golds and rose golds. Another strong trend this year is the peacock theme. People are using peacock feathers on Christmas trees, with toning blues, greens and purples. I put these together with gold to create a glamorous Gatsbyesque, rather than exotic, look. By way of contrast, the graphic, simple Scandinavian look is also a very popular one with simple reds, whites and natural woods.”
Scandinavian l$k
Gatsby-esque l$k
This image Sainsbury’s Christmas Cottage range, from £1.50, is a great source of charming decorations. Below left Beautiful festive decorations are available at Angela Reed in Saffron Walden
1
HAPPY & RELAXED The most important objective of a Christmas tree should be to make one feel happy and relaxed, so don’t lose sight of that!
2
TWO COLOURS If you want a more formal look, stick to two or three colours that complement each other, such as white and silver, or black and purple.
100 | Property & Home Edition | December 2016
3
NATURAL WORLD Referencing the natural world is always a winner. Berries, cones and fir are timeless and call to mind a Norwegian style. Add in a craft sensibility with a modern felt wreath or handmade garland. Simple yet effective.
This image Contemporary tree, from £260, by Habitree
SIGN UP TO THE EDIT NEWSLETTER AT CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK
SIGN UP TO THE EDIT NEWSLETTER AT CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK
Property & Home Edition | December 2016 | 101
Left Swirl dinnerware, from £15, from the Vera Wang Wedgwood Collection. Below Palatial forks, £12 for four, from Sainsbury’s
This image Source unusual glassware and china from Susie Watson Designs
INTERIORS
The Christmas table
It goes without saying that the highlight of the festivities is Christmas dinner, with many of us pulling out all the stops when it comes to styling our tables. This year, black and gold are key colours. Harness a palatial style by layering your settings with mismatched crockery, glasses of different heights and candles for maximum impact. Stylish additions to home entertaining are the black and brass hammered trays from India May Home. For an opulent feel, jewel colours also work well. Match the faded gem-coloured goblets and drinking glasses from the Raj Tent Club with crisp, white crockery for total impact. To make your turkey more of a focal point, purchase the Vera Wang for Wedgwood Swirl Collection of gold-edged plates. Karen Birchenough of India May Home comments: “My table is influenced by nature and simplicity. A pared-back look can create a luxurious impact with a combination of the right colours and textures. Stick to no more than three colours within a tone and always include one metallic. Muted greys and monochrome work so well with silver. Bring the outside in, use pine cones, natural foliage and eucalyptus for its beautiful scent. Add sheepskin hides to the back of the chairs for a cosy chalet feel and always light an abundance of tea lights.”
Above Add a regal touch with gem-coloured goblets, £40 for four, from Raj Tent Club
Setting the tone perfectly – and the ideal piece of furniture to fit in all the extended family – is Furniture Village’s chic St Moritz dining table. Load it with crystal glasses, fine china and beautiful linens sourced from Cambridge-based Susie Watson Designs. Elma Malik, dining and cabinets buyer, at Furniture Village, comments: “When dressing your table, opt for understated elegance and use touches of forest greens and muted golds to complement classic white tableware. To give your table a palatial feel, evoke a subtle grandeur using wellplaced mirrors and metallics. Candlelight will add seasonal ambience so make a strong centrepiece out of contemporary candlestick holders or a singular candelabra. To finish, delicately place pine cones and berries along the runner of a long table, or around the centrepiece of a round table.” When it comes to full-scale parties, consider the latest luxury paper plates, napkins and disposable cutlery from Talking Tables. “Break free from the usual Christmas colours,” says Clare Harris, managing director. “A dark grey or black tablecloth creates a dramatic, glamorous backdrop and shows off your table decorations. Texture and tonal variation is key to creating an interesting table.”
SIGN UP TO THE EDIT NEWSLETTER AT CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK
Table Talk
Richard Eaton, Denby Pottery’s head of design, advises on setting your table NO RULES Have fun and play with different settings to ensure your personality shines through.
BE ECLECTIC Not every product has to match, why not add in patterned accent plates or a statement bowl?
ENHANCE THE SENSES Use herbs or evergreens to introduce a natural, festive feel to the table and add plenty of candles for atmospheric lighting.
Above Crockery, prices vary, by Denby
Property & Home Edition | December 2016 | 103
INTERIORS
INTERIORS
ANGELA REED 01799 520056 www.angelareed.co.uk CATESBY’S 01223 355444 www.catesbys.co.uk CHRISTMAS TREE WORLD 01257 478648 www.christmastreeworld.co.uk DENBY 01773 740899 www.denby.co.uk FRITZ FRYER 01989 567416 www.fritzfryer.co.uk
Clockwise from above Bacharach Swivel Chair, £2750, at Jonathan Adler. Brampton chandelier, £380, at Fritz Fryer. Faux-fur Marilyn Throw, £49.50, at Shimu. Gold resin pheasant, £26.99, at Joanna Wood. Abbotsbury Sofa, from £1589, at Sofas & Stuff. Ted Baker rug, prices vary, for Brink and Campman at John Lewis.
FURNITURE VILLAGE 0800 804 8879 www.furniturevillage.co.uk GISELA GRAHAM 020 7708 4956 www.giselagraham.co.uk HABITREE www.habitree.dk INDIA MAY HOME www.indiamayhome.co.uk JOANNA WOOD 020 7730 0693 www.joannawood.co.uk JONATHAN ADLER 020 7589 9563 uk.jonathanadler.com
Winter glam'r
From catwalk to home, velvet is big news this season. Give a nod to the trend with velvet cushions in popping colours or invest in a glamorous statement chair, like those available at Jonathan Adler and Sofas & Stuff. If a cosy, luxe look is what you are after then add in faux-fur throws, like those found at Shimu, and soft rugs underfoot as well as twinkling chandeliers. “Chandeliers are perfect if you are looking to make a statement with lighting,” confirms Simon Wallis-Smith, director of Fritz Fryer. “Hang one over a dining table so that the bottom is around 70cm away from the table. This looks stunning and also means you can get away with a larger fitting than normal as you don’t need to walk underneath.” For rugs, check out the gorgeous new Ted Baker range for Brink and Campman. Full of rich hues in contemporary designs, and made with pure wool, the statement
RAJ TENT CLUB 020 7820 0010 www.rajtentclub.com
pieces are custom-made to order. Designs – such as ombré and paisley – are inspired by the designer’s AW16 collections. Interior designer Joanna Wood has a range of ornaments and home accessories on offer, ideal for prettying up your home, and gives her tips on creating the ultimate welcome for Christmas: “There is nothing I love more than a faux-fur throw over a sofa to make a room cosy and welcoming at Christmas. You can never go far wrong with scented candles to create that magical Christmas atmosphere. If you place festive tea light holders around the room in addition to scented candles, the tone you create is immediately a festive one. For table decorations, mantelpieces or small pieces of furniture, I love to add branches or small faux trees decorated with non-breakable decorations like feather birds which not only look delicately stunning, but will last for the whole Christmas period.”
SIGN UP TO THE EDIT NEWSLETTER AT CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK
SAINSBURY’S 0800 636262 www.sainsburys.co.uk SHIMU 0800 088 6800 www.shimu.co.uk SOFAS & STUFF 0808 1783211 www.sofasandstuff.com SUSIE WATSON DESIGNS 0844 980 8185 www.susiewatsondesigns.co.uk TALKING TABLES 020 7627 6767 www.talkingtables.co.uk TED BAKER FOR BRINK AND CAMPMAN www.brinkandcampman.com available to buy at www.johnlewis.com THE SECRET GARDEN CHRISTMAS SHOP 01223 260040 www.burwashmanor.com VERA WANG FOR WEDGWOOD 01782 282651 www.wedgwood.co.uk
Property & Home Edition | December 2016 | 105
INTERIORS
CUP FULL OF CHEER Wedgwood tea cup decoration, £25 www.wedgwood.co.uk
CELESTIAL BODIES Wooden hanging star, £79 www.scandiliving.com
CRAFTED COOL Felt Christmas wreath, £45 www.angelareed.co.uk
STAR OF WONDER Copper wire star, £4.50 www.barkerandstonehouse.co.uk
PILLOW TALK The Alpes cushion, £30 www.bowhouselifestyle.com
OLD FLAMES Vinter candle set, £38 www.rossandbrownhome.co.uk
SERVE IT WITH STYLE Emma Bridgewater’s Joy robin mince pies plate, £11.95 www.bicestervillage.com
GLASS HALF FULL Deer tree bell jar, £12.50 www.marksandspencer.com TIME FOR PEACE Polish nativity scene, from £15 www.rajtentclub.com
LIGHT IT UP Copper blossom tea light, £39 www.be&liv.com
SIGN UP TO THE EDIT NEWSLETTER AT CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK
Property & Home Edition | December 2016 | 107
!e c"d WORDS ANGELINA VILLA-CLARKE
COME IN FROM
Decorating your house for the festive period is one of the joys of winter. Whether you go for bright and bold or a simple Scandi style, here’s how to festoon your home with style
Deck !e hals The Christmas tree is, of course, the focal point of the season’s festive decorating with many of us having our own family customs and rituals surrounding adorning the spruce. While you can’t beat a real tree for authenticity (and that wonderful Christmassy pine scent), it’s worth noting that artificial trees have
come on in leaps and bounds over the past few years and are often the most practical choice. If you are considering faking it, then look to Christmas Tree World, which stocks a range of innovative trees that really do look and feel real. For a traditional scheme, the Mountain Pine
This image Sainsbury’s Midnight Christmas range of accessories, from £1.50, brings a touch of glamour to your home SIGN UP TO THE EDIT NEWSLETTER AT CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK Property & Home Edition | December 2016 | 99
INTERIORS
INTERIORS
Tree is perfect with its abundance of rich, green foliage, while the pretty SnowWhite Fir Tree is ideal for a charming ‘winter wonderland’ arrangement. For something totally different – and thoroughly modern – Habitree offers a stylish alternative to the usual festive fir. The minimalist trees are made from Kebony wood and give an aesthetically clean finish with a sculptural appearance. When it comes to decorating the tree, there is a myriad of styles to choose from with trends coming and going each year. The tradition of decorating a tree is centuries old, originating in Germany and adopted by us around 170 years ago, and it is central to our Christmas festivities. For 2016, vintage kitsch is back – think bright, witty decorations in hues of purple, pink and blue. An ‘opulent luxe’ look is
also bang on-trend, with metallics, heavy embellishment, crystal and regal colours giving a maximalist feel. For a wide choice of unique decorations and baubles, check out local retailers, such as Catesby’s and The Secret Garden Christmas Shop at Burwash Manor. Meanwhile, Sainsbury’s Christmas Cottage and Winter Cottage designs draw inspiration from villages and hamlets across the country, where log fires blaze and families start to gather for that special day. An idyllic scene that, no doubt, would be appealing to most.
Above Go for an all-white table with accessories from Marks and Spencer. Left Woodland Pine Tree, from £19.99, and a purple bauble, £9.99 for a set of 12, at Christmas Tree World. Right All decorations and wreaths, from £1.99, from Gisela Graham
Top tips
TREES Angela Reed is a noted home store based in Saffron Walden. Owner David Reed gives his top three tree tips
Qu%n of Christmas
Designer Gisela Graham, renowned for her Christmas decorations, reveals what’s on-trend in 2016 “Christmas is, by definition, a traditional festival, so the customary colours and themes are going to predominate in 2016, as ever. While red, green and gold will once again be the popular colours for tree baubles, gold is changing. People are looking for lighter champagne golds and rose golds. Another strong trend this year is the peacock theme. People are using peacock feathers on Christmas trees, with toning blues, greens and purples. I put these together with gold to create a glamorous Gatsbyesque, rather than exotic, look. By way of contrast, the graphic, simple Scandinavian look is also a very popular one with simple reds, whites and natural woods.”
Scandinavian l$k
Gatsby-esque l$k
This image Sainsbury’s Christmas Cottage range, from £1.50, is a great source of charming decorations. Below left Beautiful festive decorations are available at Angela Reed in Saffron Walden
1
HAPPY & RELAXED The most important objective of a Christmas tree should be to make one feel happy and relaxed, so don’t lose sight of that!
2
TWO COLOURS If you want a more formal look, stick to two or three colours that complement each other, such as white and silver, or black and purple.
100 | Property & Home Edition | December 2016
3
NATURAL WORLD Referencing the natural world is always a winner. Berries, cones and fir are timeless and call to mind a Norwegian style. Add in a craft sensibility with a modern felt wreath or handmade garland. Simple yet effective.
This image Contemporary tree, from £260, by Habitree
SIGN UP TO THE EDIT NEWSLETTER AT CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK
SIGN UP TO THE EDIT NEWSLETTER AT CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK
Property & Home Edition | December 2016 | 101
Left Swirl dinnerware, from £15, from the Vera Wang Wedgwood Collection. Below Palatial forks, £12 for four, from Sainsbury’s
This image Source unusual glassware and china from Susie Watson Designs
INTERIORS
The Christmas table
It goes without saying that the highlight of the festivities is Christmas dinner, with many of us pulling out all the stops when it comes to styling our tables. This year, black and gold are key colours. Harness a palatial style by layering your settings with mismatched crockery, glasses of different heights and candles for maximum impact. Stylish additions to home entertaining are the black and brass hammered trays from India May Home. For an opulent feel, jewel colours also work well. Match the faded gem-coloured goblets and drinking glasses from the Raj Tent Club with crisp, white crockery for total impact. To make your turkey more of a focal point, purchase the Vera Wang for Wedgwood Swirl Collection of gold-edged plates. Karen Birchenough of India May Home comments: “My table is influenced by nature and simplicity. A pared-back look can create a luxurious impact with a combination of the right colours and textures. Stick to no more than three colours within a tone and always include one metallic. Muted greys and monochrome work so well with silver. Bring the outside in, use pine cones, natural foliage and eucalyptus for its beautiful scent. Add sheepskin hides to the back of the chairs for a cosy chalet feel and always light an abundance of tea lights.”
Above Add a regal touch with gem-coloured goblets, £40 for four, from Raj Tent Club
Setting the tone perfectly – and the ideal piece of furniture to fit in all the extended family – is Furniture Village’s chic St Moritz dining table. Load it with crystal glasses, fine china and beautiful linens sourced from Cambridge-based Susie Watson Designs. Elma Malik, dining and cabinets buyer, at Furniture Village, comments: “When dressing your table, opt for understated elegance and use touches of forest greens and muted golds to complement classic white tableware. To give your table a palatial feel, evoke a subtle grandeur using wellplaced mirrors and metallics. Candlelight will add seasonal ambience so make a strong centrepiece out of contemporary candlestick holders or a singular candelabra. To finish, delicately place pine cones and berries along the runner of a long table, or around the centrepiece of a round table.” When it comes to full-scale parties, consider the latest luxury paper plates, napkins and disposable cutlery from Talking Tables. “Break free from the usual Christmas colours,” says Clare Harris, managing director. “A dark grey or black tablecloth creates a dramatic, glamorous backdrop and shows off your table decorations. Texture and tonal variation is key to creating an interesting table.”
SIGN UP TO THE EDIT NEWSLETTER AT CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK
Table Talk
Richard Eaton, Denby Pottery’s head of design, advises on setting your table NO RULES Have fun and play with different settings to ensure your personality shines through.
BE ECLECTIC Not every product has to match, why not add in patterned accent plates or a statement bowl?
ENHANCE THE SENSES Use herbs or evergreens to introduce a natural, festive feel to the table and add plenty of candles for atmospheric lighting.
Above Crockery, prices vary, by Denby
Property & Home Edition | December 2016 | 103
INTERIORS
INTERIORS
ANGELA REED 01799 520056 www.angelareed.co.uk CATESBY’S 01223 355444 www.catesbys.co.uk CHRISTMAS TREE WORLD 01257 478648 www.christmastreeworld.co.uk DENBY 01773 740899 www.denby.co.uk FRITZ FRYER 01989 567416 www.fritzfryer.co.uk
Clockwise from above Bacharach Swivel Chair, £2750, at Jonathan Adler. Brampton chandelier, £380, at Fritz Fryer. Faux-fur Marilyn Throw, £49.50, at Shimu. Gold resin pheasant, £26.99, at Joanna Wood. Abbotsbury Sofa, from £1589, at Sofas & Stuff. Ted Baker rug, prices vary, for Brink and Campman at John Lewis.
FURNITURE VILLAGE 0800 804 8879 www.furniturevillage.co.uk GISELA GRAHAM 020 7708 4956 www.giselagraham.co.uk HABITREE www.habitree.dk INDIA MAY HOME www.indiamayhome.co.uk JOANNA WOOD 020 7730 0693 www.joannawood.co.uk JONATHAN ADLER 020 7589 9563 uk.jonathanadler.com
Winter glam'r
From catwalk to home, velvet is big news this season. Give a nod to the trend with velvet cushions in popping colours or invest in a glamorous statement chair, like those available at Jonathan Adler and Sofas & Stuff. If a cosy, luxe look is what you are after then add in faux-fur throws, like those found at Shimu, and soft rugs underfoot as well as twinkling chandeliers. “Chandeliers are perfect if you are looking to make a statement with lighting,” confirms Simon Wallis-Smith, director of Fritz Fryer. “Hang one over a dining table so that the bottom is around 70cm away from the table. This looks stunning and also means you can get away with a larger fitting than normal as you don’t need to walk underneath.” For rugs, check out the gorgeous new Ted Baker range for Brink and Campman. Full of rich hues in contemporary designs, and made with pure wool, the statement
RAJ TENT CLUB 020 7820 0010 www.rajtentclub.com
pieces are custom-made to order. Designs – such as ombré and paisley – are inspired by the designer’s AW16 collections. Interior designer Joanna Wood has a range of ornaments and home accessories on offer, ideal for prettying up your home, and gives her tips on creating the ultimate welcome for Christmas: “There is nothing I love more than a faux-fur throw over a sofa to make a room cosy and welcoming at Christmas. You can never go far wrong with scented candles to create that magical Christmas atmosphere. If you place festive tea light holders around the room in addition to scented candles, the tone you create is immediately a festive one. For table decorations, mantelpieces or small pieces of furniture, I love to add branches or small faux trees decorated with non-breakable decorations like feather birds which not only look delicately stunning, but will last for the whole Christmas period.”
SIGN UP TO THE EDIT NEWSLETTER AT CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK
SAINSBURY’S 0800 636262 www.sainsburys.co.uk SHIMU 0800 088 6800 www.shimu.co.uk SOFAS & STUFF 0808 1783211 www.sofasandstuff.com SUSIE WATSON DESIGNS 0844 980 8185 www.susiewatsondesigns.co.uk TALKING TABLES 020 7627 6767 www.talkingtables.co.uk TED BAKER FOR BRINK AND CAMPMAN www.brinkandcampman.com available to buy at www.johnlewis.com THE SECRET GARDEN CHRISTMAS SHOP 01223 260040 www.burwashmanor.com VERA WANG FOR WEDGWOOD 01782 282651 www.wedgwood.co.uk
Property & Home Edition | December 2016 | 105
INTERIORS
CUP FULL OF CHEER Wedgwood tea cup decoration, £25 www.wedgwood.co.uk
CELESTIAL BODIES Wooden hanging star, £79 www.scandiliving.com
CRAFTED COOL Felt Christmas wreath, £45 www.angelareed.co.uk
STAR OF WONDER Copper wire star, £4.50 www.barkerandstonehouse.co.uk
PILLOW TALK The Alpes cushion, £30 www.bowhouselifestyle.com
OLD FLAMES Vinter candle set, £38 www.rossandbrownhome.co.uk
SERVE IT WITH STYLE Emma Bridgewater’s Joy robin mince pies plate, £11.95 www.bicestervillage.com
GLASS HALF FULL Deer tree bell jar, £12.50 www.marksandspencer.com TIME FOR PEACE Polish nativity scene, from £15 www.rajtentclub.com
LIGHT IT UP Copper blossom tea light, £39 www.be&liv.com
SIGN UP TO THE EDIT NEWSLETTER AT CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK
Property & Home Edition | December 2016 | 107
