April 2013

Without doubt it is the individuality of The Siam that sets it apart. Renowned hotel designer Bill Bensley has incorporated the old with the new and created a unique 5 star hotel, full of charm.

This is not your typical hotel guestroom … with Thai Colonial influences, lamps hanging on black silk ribbons, travel collections … all so very personal.

The elegance of suites with sumptuous furnishings, exquisite detailing and such interesting memorabilia.

Memorabilia that has been collected and sourced for each of the individually themed suites.

Always glimpses to the exotic orchid filled gardens …

Black and white and distinctly Art Deco. Such attention to detail.

I ask the question again, why can’t your average hotel guestroom, or even just the expensive ones, be that little bit more exciting or individual. It isn’t only about the finishes and furnishings … it is about creating spaces that make patrons feel at home or somewhere better than home.

My Design World

Milan furniture fair meets fashion week australia 1959

Deirdre Brennan April 15, 2013 7:20 amJune 20, 2019

I was spoilt for choice this week not knowing which to look at first … the Vogue blog covering Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Australia or the Vogue Living report each day from the Milan Furniture Fair.

I was definitely more interested in Fashion Week’s Street Style than endless images from the catwalk !

Meanwhile in Milan, my favourites included Missoni (top photo) combining daisies and its traditional zigzag (only seen on the ottoman on the left) and above, the fabulous brights from designer Paola Lenti.

It was all happening at Carriageworks in Sydney … what a fabulous venue for Fashion Week (yes, with the exception of the parking).

More of Paola Lenti’s collection ‘In the Key of Colour‘. The furniture is available through Dedece, Sydney.

Paola Lenti chose this fabulous Franciscan Monastery, complete with orchard and gardens, for the showing of their collection in Milan.

images:vogue

My Design Tips

A hint of gold … 1722

Deirdre Brennan April 8, 2013 5:18 amJune 21, 2019

A touch of gold or gilt adds an element of warmth and style to any interior. It looks best I believe, where the palette of colours used is minimal or neutral.

There are no hard and fast rules for the placement of gilt mirrors except to say, the larger the better.

This palette of colours and textures works like a dream. Gilt … furniture or mirrors, adds a touch of elegance … or even faded glory !!

For all your restoration requirements … whether it be regilding mirrors and picture frames or conserving your Old Masters, it is worth speaking to International Conservation Services who have a very impressive portfolio.