Salone del mobile 2014 … the very best of

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Detail Hermes Silk Fabric
As you can imagine, everyone is talking Milan and the Salone del Mobile Furniture Fair at this time of year.  My inbox is flooded with many versions of the pieces and the designers that have supposedly stolen the show. These are the pieces that stood out for me.
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Hermes Club Bar
The glamour of this drinks cabinet defies belief.
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Alexander McQueen Rug by the Rug Co
Wonderfully over the top … as one would expect.
 
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Hermes Lighting
Never before have Hermes ventured into lighting but here it is, a small and perfect collection. 
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Philippe Starck Folding Chair
I simply love this chair for it’s extremely slick take on a very casual piece of furniture … not to mention the unimaginable quality of the tan leather.
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Brunello Cucinelli
So interesting, the number of fashion houses doing furniture and homewares.
Images: Wallpaper 

5 favourite upholstered furniture pieces … and finding interesting homes for them

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1.  the footstool … the perfect addition to any seating group but extremely practical in a bathroom … as big as will fit the space without cluttering it.

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2.  this buttoned armchair works well anywhere … lovely in the bedroom or as a pair in a quiet corner of a sitting room or study.  I do love the idea of a pair of these (or one plus ottoman) in the corner of a large country kitchen … for that quick cup of tea.

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3.  a buttoned chesterfield or even chaise is the ultimate … anywhere, anytime.  Looks fabulous in anything from an exquisite velvet to a vintage linen.

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4.  the rolled back armchair is a classic design that can be positioned in a classic or contemporary setting, depending on fabric … I love the slightly higher version around a dining table.

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5.  these squishy daybeds as a pair, are perfect for that covered verandah with view of the garden … just curl up with a book and throw rug.

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