Posted by Paul Handley on Mon 8th November 2010 at 08:06 AM, Filed in Luxury Furniture
We, at Lussorian, appreciate good quality and bang on styling, That’s why we are big fans of the work of Katharine Pooley.
The acclaimed interior designer has pulled off some pretty impressive projects recently. This post is more a nod to her range of standout unique pieces for your home. The Katharine Pooley boutique on Walton street, London, is chock full of inspired and beautiful items of furniture and objets d’art.
The Camel is a piece that best represents the quirkiness and individual nature of the items available.
It could also represent Katharine herself. Likened to a Camel I probably wouldn’t be thanked for, but (dug a hole here, haven’t I?) The Camel is well travelled, incomparable, majestic and very beautiful.
Standing just under a metre long and half a metre high The Camel has an impressive scale which would undoubtedly make a spectacular and eye-catching addition to the classic interior.
The Camel was painstakingly crafted in Asia over a period of 3 months and is made from solid sterling silver and teak root wood with the eyes made from exquisite tiger eye stones, known for their mystical and healing properties.
As well as being an impressive piece of sculptural art, the Camel has a variety of uses and could be used as a fruit bowl or table centrepiece.
This piece is available exclusively through Katharine Pooley.
(Approximate size: 38x92x41cm. Approximate weight: 17.00 kg. Price: £30,000.00.)
Posted by Paul Handley on Fri 5th November 2010 at 07:19 AM, Filed in Luxury Furniture
With Christmas but a breath away, I thought these beautifully hand carved rocking horses would be of interest.
With the far East mass production of childrens toys that have totally flooded the market, it’s refreshing to see something created for Children that represents true quality and workmanship.
The Little Wooden Horse is made using sustainable rosewood; the leather is vegetable-tanned and hand-stitched by a master saddler. The rocking horse’s artisans live in Peshawar, Pakistan and work together in a small, family-run cottage industry which has been making furniture for over 100 years.
This is a limited edition, rosewood rocking horse on a Georgian bow. A future family heirloom, an individually hand carved piece of art and the focus of any room
The horse also comes complete with a Time Capsule - for memorabilia and mementoes and personalisation is available with recipients/givers name placed on horse.
Both the saddle and bridle are fully adjustable and removable. It’s tough enough to withstand the most vigourous of play from child and Adult alike.
These wonderful carved rockers are available from mandoux.co.uk at £850, which includes UK mainland delivery.
Watch out for the equally excellent carved camels, planned for April and priced at £1,000. They are slightly larger and heavier than the horses and are sure to delight just about everyone.
Posted by Paul Handley on Fri 24th September 2010 at 07:31 AM, Filed in Luxury Furniture
Amanda Hutson is an interior design specialist who has gained over twenty years experience. Working with some serious clients - The Ritz, and the Grand in Amsterdam as well as prestigious residential projects including Winfield House, Regents Park, the residence of the Ambassador of the Unites States of America and luxury London apartments – Amanda Hutson Bespoke offers a high end interior design solution.
A “Client First” attitude means Amanda will not move forward until exact specifications are addressed. This exclusive and very flexible service will ensure, guarantee even, that the final product is that of absolute style.
Hutson Bespoke provide consultations with the client to develop entire interior design schemes – furniture, lighting, textiles, artwork, wall/floor finishes and accessories. Hutson Bespoke services include – bespoke furniture, finishes for furniture and walls, bespoke artwork, interior consultations and bespoke lighting schemes.
Now Amanda Hutson has announced the launch of Hutson Bespoke, Luxury Furniture UK - with a range of new and exclusive designs.
The collection is full of unique pieces, from elegant tables, rich walnut desks and chic bedside tables to striking bronze pyramid cabinets, circular walnut mirrors and hand painted feature walls.
As you would expect, Every Hutson Bespoke piece is designed and created after close consultation with the client.
Hutson Bespoke combines contemporary and classic design aesthetics, with an emphasis on interesting and unusual finishes, including lacquer, coconut, veneers, gold leaf, upholstered textiles and resins.
To celebrate its launch, Hutson Bespoke is showcasing a small selection of designs in a window display at The Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour.
Inspired by the ostentatious luxury of the 1920s, the display includes a hand carved mahogany stool, finished in silver and upholstered in cherry blossom silk and an oval, gold leaf drinks cabinet with chrome and glass detail. These pieces are set against a hand painted gold leaf cherry blossom wall finish and stunning bronze marble tiled floor.
This is seriously high end furniture with designs unique and in keeping with the Amanda Hutson ethic.
It’s not often you can say luxury and discount or cheap luxury in the same sentence with a lot of conviction.
My absolute favourite interior designer, the massively talented Katharine Pooley, also has her own interior style boutique.
In the interior design industry, this Boutique in Walton street, London is a Mecca for unique, distinctive, quality pieces. The fact that this is an important source for professional interior designers tells you everything you need to know.
Madison Chair, 60% off Was: £1,595 Now: £635
Let’s go back to that cheap luxury….
The Katharine Pooley Sale
Katharine is holding what is possibly the most exclusive clearance sale imaginable.
Thursday 7th and Friday 8th October 2010 is a date to mark in your diary. How could you possibly miss that ultimate luxury bargain and reductions of up to 75%?
Antique Louis Chair, 40% off Was: £6,550 Now: £3,930
The sale will be held at a warehouse in Battersea (details below) from 10am to 6pm on both days.
There will be a wide selection of items on sale including dinnerware, glassware and luxury home accessories, as well as many larger pieces of furniture including a selection of sofas, antique chairs and an Arca horn bookshelf.
The Katharine Pooley boutique offers interiors products, accessories and objets d’art sourced from all corners of the globe. Katharine regularly visits Asia and Europe on buying trips and as a result the shop is always full of new items.
Boston Side Table, 50% off Was: £1,950 Now: £950
* Location: Access Self Storage, Second Floor, 248 York Road, SW11 3SJ
* Date/Time: Thursday 7th October and Friday 8th October, 10am-6pm
* Discounts of 25% minimum
Contact details: Katharine Pooley,160 Walton Street, London, SW3 2JL
http://www.katharinepooley.com +44 (0)207 584 3223
Simply unmissable for that luxury bargain.
Our Great British summer hasn’t been all that bad, I guess there is still a late surge of sun to come.
With this in mind, it’s worth considering Homeinfatuation.com, a company specialising in high end, luxury garden furniture and accessories. I present to you this weatherproof wicker furniture, get your shades on!
The sleek design of this outdoor wicker dining chair from Homeinfatuation.com is perfect for either casual or formal dining. The vivid and vibrant Colours available are aqua, pink, green, orange.
The incredibly durable chairs are constructed of 100% recyclable polyethylene fibre woven together to look like real wicker and are resistant to pool water, sea salt, UV and all weather conditions.
Stylish and modern, the stainless steel frame is extremely durable and completely weather resistant for outdoor living.
With Home Infatuations offering a worldwide shipping service, this resin wicker garden furniture , as a pack of four, can be purchased for $1190.00.
Colour in outdoor furnishings is increasingly bolder and vibrant. Pastel blues, pinks, turquoise and greens offer an easy way to infuse some exciting colour into your outdoor space.
You can create the illusion of space by strategically using multifunctional, stackable space-saving furniture like these wicker chairs. Practical and elegant, space-saving seating with simple lines which can easily integrate into your outdoor space and are ideal for small or limited outdoor areas.
Add some colour, style and functionality to your garden with these wonderfully comfortable and funky stacking garden chairs.
