Having rescued this Tuscan villa from near ruin, its British owners commissioned Artichoke to design a hard-working kitchen. Arabella Youens explains more.

Originally built in 1916 by a Swiss family, this 12-bedroom villa stands nearly 4,000ft above sea level on the border between Tuscany and Umbria. It was used as a hotel, but was abandoned in the 1980s. For its new British owners, a hard-working kitchen to suit their large family of enthusiastic cooks was essential.

When we first took on the project, a tree was growing through the kitchen and the basement was full of snakes and scorpions, says Artichokes creative director, Bruce Hodgson.

Using Tuscany-based artisans and local materials where possible, the company oversaw renovation works that took four years. Part of the project included merging smaller rooms to create this voluminous kitchen in the centre of the house, where it acts as the engine room, says Bruce.

One of the stipulations that informed the architecture was that a traditional inglenook fireplace spacious enough to cook porchetta (roast suckling pig) should be included. This involved running a flue under the main staircase that crosses the top of the kitchen resulting in a vaulted ceiling from which hang two striking wagon wheel-style chandeliers from Ralph Lauren Home.

Much of the decorative interest comes from the wood used on the dresser and cabinetry a mixture of local chestnut and oak, which has been bleached. For day-to-day cooking, a Wolf range was installed, with a surround of tiles in a glossy sage from Verona adding a splash of colour. An acid-etched zinc extractor, designed and made by Artichoke, adds an industrial feel.

We wanted the story behind the room to make it feel as if it had evolved over many centuries, adds Bruce.

Of all the decorating trends that have been in vogue over the last 50 years be it Scandi, Minimalism

People across the country are using their time to decorate,and with the big companies still running delivery services you're likely

Listening to the worlds greatest interior designers talk about their work is one of the best ways to get to

Interior designer Philippa Thorp tells Arabella Youens about the transformation of her Grade II-listed house in Hampshire.

Emily Todhunter took a restrained approach to the decoration of her Wiltshire bathroom. She explained more to Arabella Youens.

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This swift, dutiful retreat into the home has a distinctly historical feel to it. Suddenly, the refuge of the bars and restaurants of Soho is no longer and our communities have shrunk to Medieval proportions. Of course, we are lucky to be able to keep up with friends and family outside of our own homes with video technology unlike our ancestors, but nonetheless, our worlds are reduced to a couple of people, a series of rooms and a little garden (if were even luckier). It is this inwardness, this government approved withdrawal from society, that is ushering us towards a sort of considered degeneration, however contradictory that may be.

I dont mean this to sound accusatory nor even cautionary. Retreating to our more primitive selves in the face of lockdown is quite wonderful; it is a sort of contemplative regression to simpler ways of living in our homes. Isnt it true that even the busiest of the city workers are slowing down the pace of their lives, enjoying the resourcefulness required in such extenuating circumstances, cooking from scratch, worshipping the outdoors and keeping eyes and ears on vulnerable neighbours more than ever before?

In fact, I rather feel as if I should be writing this article with a quill by candlelight and drinking some variety of sickly mead. And theres a thought fire is having something of an engulfing presence in our lives throughout this lockdown period, and I think this has something to do with our return to the primal comforts afforded to us in this slower, more localised way of life. I cant say the same for mead.

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A gently flickering candle or the roar of a stoked fire has its place in this picture of British cosiness. Kindwood, a sustainable firewood company in the UK, has reported a surge in consumer demand for its kiln-dried logs since the lockdown was put in place. Taylor Gathercole, the companys founder, says: Fire has been bringing us together for millions of years, but now, being at home 24/7 is giving us more of a chance to spend quality time together with loved ones in our homes and our gardens and for many, fire is the perfect backdrop for this.

Gathercole is absolutely right to reference the garden and the popularity of a burning flame outdoors. Moda Furnishings, a British rattan garden furniture company, has reported that its sales of both gas and charcoal firepits are up 88 per cent, compared to figures for May last year. As we make the most of our precious square-footage in more considered and grateful ways, our gardens have become a real extension of our living spaces.

Jonny Brierley, the CEO of Moda Furnishings, says: The word cosy has never been associated with gardens. Historically, they have been purely aesthetic or functional, but now people want to make better and more frequent use of them. Many are doing this through the introduction of firepits. Firelight is said to create a more intimate setting, allowing those surrounding it to relax and talk, letting their guards down at the end of the day. The fire provides a visual, psychological comfort from which you and the entire family will benefit.

In front of the fire, you will feel more connected to your surroundings and more switched off from the busyness of everyday life (Contura)

Catharina Bjorkman, lifestyle expert at Swedish woodburning stove manufacturer Contura agrees, telling me: There are few things as comforting as sitting in front of a fire. Flames induce feelings of relaxation. We can feel absorbed, almost hypnotised, as we watch the fire. The ritual lighting of the stove and sitting together offers up quality time, making us feel part of a group or community, which in turn has many benefits for our wellbeing. In front of the fire, you will feel more connected to your surroundings and more switched off from the busyness of everyday life.

The tradition of ritual that Bjorkman references surrounding the lighting of a fire is hugely interesting. From the myriad examples of religious pyrodulia (fire worship) from around the world, such as the Olympic flame ceremony, fire has always played a huge part in marking occasions or signifying the passage of time.

For the contemporary #pyrofiles, it is the act of lighting a fire that seals off the day, symbolising the transition from day to evening, from rush to slow. Issy Granger, the founder of her eponymous homewares brand, swaps out her laptop for her candles in decorative candlesticks every evening after work, so I can allow myself time to switch off and relax.

Theres something wonderful about sitting around an outdoor fire pit at night (Moda Furnishings)

The simple addition of a flickering candle works to instantly change the atmosphere of a room, which is great to signify the end of the working day, she says. These candlesticks are available to buy online in dreamy coloured glass, with candles coming to the online store soon. Ed Ng, the founder of international architecture and design studio, AB Concept, treats the lighting of his outdoor fire after work as the commencement of a meditative experience: From stacking the small piles of kindling to lighting the fire, seeing the white smoke and hearing the crackling sound emitted, the outdoors fire is a means for meditation. The sound, the smell and the light draw me into peacefulness.

This enduring ritual is further evidence to show that the way we use our homes can have positive impacts on our wellbeing and mental health. Katharine Pooley, a London-based interior designer, believes a lit fire really does make a house a home, and in some basic, elemental way, makes you feel cocooned and protected.

Candlelight has the same effect: If you are feeling down or full of tension, as many of us are in these strange times, consider a candlelit bath or perhaps enjoy a supper by candlelight. It is wonderfully relaxing.

For Jo Littlefair, co-Founder and director of Goddard Littlefair, can also attest to this intersection of design and wellbeing. She says: I believe there is an age-old connection between our emotional state and the presence of a flickering candle. The gentle nature of a lit flame is so flattering and alluring, so when it comes to designing my clients homes, I always include lots of candles and access to fireplaces from as many rooms as possible.

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Material Movement

Material selection is an important area where designers are innovating, and particularly with sustainable materials.

There are innumerable benefits to working with recycled materials andfinding sustainable solutions tomanufacturing, Mr. Sidhu said.An example of this isKarta-Pack, whichis a post-consumer material made from the cotton fibers found inclothing like jeans and shirts. It'scommonly manufactured because of its highly customizable features and strength, he said.

Karta-Pack is being used to create molded furniture designs that feel like fabric but are solid enough to sustain the weight of a person.

Designer Timothy Oulton, founder and creative director of Timothy Oulton furniture and interiors based in Hong Kong, gravitates toward leather for its timeless nature but is manipulating it in new ways. For what he calls a buff burnished finish, Mr. Oulton gently burns the leather and then buffs it by hand using lambs wool on the finished piece.

Its the perfect blend of classic vintage style with a rich, burnished finish, he said.

Meanwhile, Mr. Oulton has been working with ancient rocks and crystals.

Our new Frozen lighting and mirror range is made from natural calcite crystals. The calcite emitsa verysoft, gentle glow when illuminated and has this almost mystical romance about it, he said.

While Gabriela Gargano, founder of Grisoro Designs in New York City, prefers to focus on classic, natural materials (wools, linens, stone, metals), shes also been impressed with a newer generation of synthetics.

Most notably, the progress in nylon rugs has been remarkable, she said. Some of our highest-quality vendors have been able to develop options that feel luxurious and are incredibly durable. The pile, look and feel have come a long way; its a great alternative that is both kid- and pet-friendly, Ms. Gargano said.

And then there are innovative uses of legacy materials.Mr. Sidhu works with a kind of barbed sheet metal to enhance his furniture designsby eliminating traditionalnotions ofconnectivity (i.e. glue, welding, bolting), while strengthening the physical bond between sheets.

Materials like grip metal demonstratean often-unexplored rift between the obligation of the design world to enhance visual appeal and the responsibility ofmanufacturing to focus on structural integrity. Somewhere deep in that rift is a gold mine that seamlessly communicates with both parties, Mr. Sidhu said.

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The LSU community recently lost a mentor and inspiration within the interior design department who will be honored through an interior design scholarship in his name.

University Professor John Campbell, 74, died Feb. 19. He began teaching at the University in 2009 in the College of Art and Design. Outside of the University, Campbell practiced interior design for over 40 years and recently was named Fellow of the American Society of Interior Designers.

According to his obituary, Campbells design career began early in his life when he would paint with green car paint with other kids in his neighborhood.

Campbell graduated from Louisiana Tech in 1969 with a BFA and post-graduate studies in interior design, his obituary read. Prior to his career at the University, he taught interior design and virtual design technology at the University of Idaho and interior design at Washington State University from 1999 to 2008.

He was a devoted husband, friend, mentor, teacher, interior designer, author and artist who loved his family and the Catholic Church, his obituary read.

Interior design sophomore Morgan Curtis first met Campbell when she took his Introduction to Interior Design class, and got to know him in his studio class last semester.

Curtis described Campbell as happy-go-lucky. She said he really cared for his students and wanted to make class a welcoming environment for them. When he saw students upset, Curtis said he always tried to cheer them up.

He was constantly just in a good mood and constantly looking for the silver lining, and not letting things frustrate him, Curtis said.

Campbell left a strong impact on Curtis, and she described him as her go-to professor. She planned to have him be her mentor for her senior capstone. She said Campbell taught her the importance of learning throughout the entire process, and not worrying about perfection.

I truly believe he was probably one of the best professors that Ive had so far and probably will have, Curtis said, He really loved what he did as an interior designer and brought that into a teaching setting.

Curtis said he left the same impact on her classmates, even those in other studio class where he would sometimes drop by in.

After class, Campbell often took Curtis to his office to show her what projects he was working on so she could improve on for her projects.

He was very attentive to my work, and he cared, Curtis said. It was obvious that he cared.

She said he was very focused on the aspect of hands-on interior design projects. He taught his studio class alongside Professor Phillip Tebbutt, who focused much of his teaching in computer programs.

Tebbutt considered Campbell to be a good friend, colleague and drinking buddy. Tebbutt first met him at the University when Campbell was hired 10 years ago, and they got to know each other through teaching in the same department.

He was just a very generous man of his time, Tebbutt said. He wasnt a man of big gestures, but he just kept plugging away at the little important things, all the time. Thats how Ill remember him.

Tebbutt said Campbell was very inspirational for many students, and said he was the hook that pulled students into the program through his introductory class.

He did make a connection with a lot of students and that continued on whilst they were in the program, Tebbutt said. I think that was fairly evident at his service when all the students from five, six, seven, eight, nine years ago-- some of them flew in from Denver, some of them from California-- came. It was pretty amazing that somebody could have that impact on someones career.

Campbell was a founding member of the Louisiana chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers, and pushed LSU students to organize a chapter at the university. Recently he was inducted into the College of Fellows within the ASID.

According to the ASID website, induction into the College of Fellows is awarded to less than 1% of those with an ASID membership and is the societys highest honor.

Campbell was also the 8th registered interior designer in Louisiana.

In lieu of flowers at his service, funeral attendees were asked instead to make a donation to a fund for the John Campbell Scholarship of Interior Design.

Thats a way that I think he would be more than happy to be the benefactor of some great opportunity to some up and coming students, Tebbutt said.

Campbells service was Feb. 27 at St. Aloysius Catholic Church and his internment was Feb. 28, where Tebbutt was a pallbearer.

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Interior designer and Instagram star Sophie Paterson bought her country home in 2012 when it was still a concrete shell. Although this meant that there was serious work to do, it also meant that Paterson was able to design the interior architecture from scratch.

"When I first saw this house and walked round we didnt think we could stretch to it and I recall being so jealous of whoever would end up owning it," says Paterson. "The layout, space and feel was just what I had been dreaming of - it's big but has a great flow to the rooms and a very social layout. It doesnt feel too big, but equally you can always find peace and quiet if youre craving it."

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1The kitchen

"This is the room that sold the house to me when I first saw it, its the heart of the home. We live in here all day from breakfast to dinner parties at the weekend. I redid the lighting with John Cullen throughout the house, but its especially enhanced this room as it feels so moody but cosy at night now."

2The kitchen

"The round piece of art is by Fenella Elms and is my favourite piece in our home. Its so soothing to look at with the little discs of porcelain in undulating waves. It sits above my other favourite piece of furniture - an antique weathered oak bureau that I found in Holland. I keep all my writing cards, wrapping paper and ribbons in here."

3The living room

"We wanted a room without a TV where we could just socialise or listen to music or read a book. This room has the most beautiful silk blue wallpaper that changes colour throughout the day. My favourite thing to do in here is sit by the fire and read the papers."

4The living room

"My favourite piece of furniture in here is the coffee table that I sourced from Porta Romana. I had wanted it for years, before we even bought the house."

5The utility room

"This is the smallest and probably my favourite room in the house. I redid this room about three years ago and created my ultimate luxury utility room. Its a room that is so often overlooked but we are in here all the time - its where I change my baby's nappy and where we store post and deliveries. I also use the space to arrange flowers and do washing in here."

6The nursery

"As soon as I found out we were having a boy, I started designing his nursery - I wanted a preppy vibe and nothing too babyish so it would suit him long-term. The animal heads are from Fiona Walker and the monogrammed bed linen is from my linen collection with Coze."

7The master bedroom

"The starting point was this beautiful burgundy wallpaper with hand-painted and hand embroidered magnolia branches from my wallpaper collection with Fromental. I wanted something that felt masculine and feminine at the same time to reflect both of us. I was torn between this and the branches in the breeze design in a taupe colourway, but my husband (who has great taste, but also the good sense to leave most interior decisions to me) said he loved the burgundy colour so we went with it - and Im so so glad we did."

8The master bedroom

"The sideboard is one of my favourite pieces - its a beautiful Mother of Pearl finish on the doors. I bought it from Luxdeco."

9The master bedroom

"The TV is from LG - its one of the wallpaper TVs and, after years of trying to dissuade my clients from having giant TVs all over their house, Im afraid to say Im a convert to having one big one - its so much better for watching movies. These days we mostly use it for watching cartoons with the kids in bed, while we try and get just five more minutes sleep."

10The child's bedroom

"I designed this room whilst pregnant with our son last summer. I planned on making Avas old room his new nursery so, to make the transition a smooth and happy one, I had to design her something spectacular. Ava loves princesses and animals so a four poster princess bed was a must. When I couldnt find the perfect wallpaper ,I decided to design one with Fromental and make it available to the wider public as part of my wallpaper collection. It's a very personal design as Ava helped choose all of her favourite animals she wanted in it and insisted they had family groupings with baby animals too. What I love about it is that it has lots of fun details to spark a childs imagination, but it's also sophisticated so should still be relevant for her when shes a teen. The rocking horse was a first Christmas gift for Ava from her grandfather; she loves playing on it as she is horse-obsessed. Its also a future heirloom I hope one day will pass on to her children."

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From significant business changes to noteworthy product launches, theres always something new happening in the world of design. In this weekly roundup, AD PRO has everything you need to know.

Brooklinen Raises $50 Million

Big news for the bedding industry: Brooklinen announced this week that it has raised $50 million from Summit Partners, according to the Wall Street Journal. Founded six years ago by husband-and-wife team Rich and Vicki Fulop, the brand has become synonymous with direct-to-consumer companies that are focused on reaching millennials. So whats on the horizon for Brooklinen now in terms of growth? Thirty new stores that are set to open in the next three yearsand, perhaps, more of those ubiquitous subway ads.

Wayfair Lost Almost $1 Billion Last Year

The news coming out of Wayfair still isnt good. This week, MarketWatch and others reported that Wayfair lost $330.2 in Q4 of 2019. That means that its total loss for the year was a whopping $985 million. Unsurprising, the news subsequently caused the furniture companys stock to plummet.

More Than 200 Architects Urge Congress to Act

Why did hundreds of architects take action this week? They want national legislators to add the AIM Act, which would help transition away from the use of harmful hydrofluorocarbon chemicals to the energy package thats currently making its way through the Senate. According to various signatories, the move could have a positive environmental impact while helping the economy. And whats more, numerous contractors and engineers are also on board.

British Brands Unify Under Zoffany Name

Six British brandsincluding Morris & Co, founded in 1861 by Arts and Crafts legend William Morris; Sanderson; Harlequin; Scion; Anthology; and hallmark brand Zoffanyare now all available under one proverbial digital roof. Earlier this week, Zoffany announced in an email that its website, StyleLibrary.com, will offer all of the brands, with products spanning fabric, wallpaper, paint, home goods, and more. The brands can also be found on Instagram at the new @zoffanyusa account.

One of Minnas new rugs.

Rebecca Atwood to Release a Collection for Pottery Barn

Partnershipsespecially for a small brand like ourscreate such a great opportunity to reach a wider audience at a much more accessible price point, Rebecca Atwood tells AD PRO. Its fitting timing for her to reflect on the subject, as her debut Pottery Barn collection comes out later this year. At its core, my business is focused on trade and interior designers, so to be able to create a collection with Pottery Barn, a brand Ive long admired, is truly exciting, she adds. Atwood notes too that shes drawn to how Pottery Barn has historically created products that are both aspirational and approachable. As for the specific design inspiration behind the new line, expect Atwoods characteristic textiles that recall warm weather and happy days spent on vacation.

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Damage is still being assessed in the Nashville area after four tornadoes tore through the eastern part of the state early this week. Local designer Jonathan Savage is offering up his services to locals in need of a hand to get back on their feet following the devastation, and hopes other Nashville designers will do the same.

Nashville-based designer Jonathan SavageCourtesy of Savage Interior Design

This was the second-deadliest tornado event in the state, reported NBC News. More than 30 people have died, and dozens are still missing. Hundreds of volunteers have begun to lend assistance; more than 800 have donated blood.

Savage will donate 100 hours of interior design services to a local business that has suffered damage or loss in the tornado. It will be first come, first serve, and a handful of businesses have been in touch already as of Wednesday morning. Nashville is my home, and this is devastating. Interior design is all I know; its where I should be of help, Savage tells Business of Home. This is a tight-knit community of the Souths best talent. Were Southernwhen things like this happen, we all pitch in and help in any way we can.

At the time of the tornado, Savage's seven employees were in Palm Beach, Florida, at the firms cabana in the Kips Bay Show House. Savage rushed home to check on family, clients and others in the community. If I was in someones shoes that lost everything, I would be so grateful and thankful if someone would be willing to help build back my livelihood, he says. People are still trying to assess damage, power lines are down; its not a safe situation where the eye of the storm happened.

Wednesday morning, after hours of phone calls, Savage took requested pet supplies to a neighbor. Everyone in his immediate circle is OK, and many clients are fine also. He encourages other local designers to get involved as best they can, to show up and help, using their inventory and other services.

Its an opportunity to help in our own backyard, says Savage. We as designers can work together to help build back businesses or help people whove lost their homes.

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Capitol Hill rum bar Rumba is heading undersea where it is going to be a little more colorful and, maybe, just a little bit more fun. Travis Rosenthal, owner of the leading Seattle purveyor of rum, has announced the planned summer opening of Inside Passage, a neighboring bar accessed in a descent through Rumba into a grotto of idols and South Pacific stylings from one of the leading designers of tiki-celebrating culture on the planet.

The tiki culture is about escapism and trying to achieve that narrative is crucial, so Rosenthal enlisted the help of Notch Gonzalez from Top Notch Kustoms based in San Jose, to create and curate an incredible tiki design that will honor the tiki culture and shine a light on tiki cocktails, the Inside Passage announcement reads. Gonzalez has helped create and fabricate some of the countrys best bars including Smugglers Cove, Whitechapel, False Idol and Hale Pele.

The Rumba expansion and focus on tiki comes at an interesting moment for the genre.

The bars have been around for decades and the trend has faded in and out of style. Today, there is greater awareness of cultural appropriation and colonial nostalgia but the bars continue to proliferate.

On Capitol Hill, the current tiki king is a transplanted dive bar the Hula Hulamoved to E Olive Way in 2017.

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With a world class designer at the helm, Inside Passage is focusing on the fun and style of the format. Inside Passage will have all the balance, fun and beauty youve come to expect from Rumba, with all the extravagance of the world of tiki, the announcement of the new venture reads. It will also have nearly a decade of Rumbas sincere dedication to rum with 650+ sugar cane spirits on its shelves to build on.

Aiming for a summer opening, the new bar space will be built out of the longtime Stussy shop retail space next to Rumba. Yes, there has been a Stussy shop at the base of Capitol Hill for more than ten years.

Rosenthal opened Rumba in September 2012 on Pike just around the corner from the growing Melrose food and drink scene and on the same block as his much-loved Tango:

Rumba is made to look likeErnest Hemingwayhired a Pike/Pine interior designer, threw a wad of cash and said go to town: rosewood walls and floors, bookshelves lined with curated knick knacks. Palm frond fans circle overhead, and a giant taxidermy marlin rests on the wall. Island music, dim lighting, and nautical vibes, complete the atmospheric pitch. Servers scurry around carrying large daiquiris and bartenders climb up ladders like sailors on the main sail, grabbing all sorts of rum you didnt even know existed.

Last year, Rosenthal shuttered Tango after 19 years of tapas and date nights. Zaika does its Indian thing there today.

Jen Akin, currently the general manager at Rumba, is heading up Inside Passages bar program with help from long-time Seattle tiki expert and bartender Sean Dumke. His incredible collection of rare and collectible tiki mugs is only overshadowed by his love and knowledge of all things tiki, Inside Passage promises. Rumba chef Alan Bochi owns adding a healthy dose of tropical flair to the food menu.

If the COVID-19 stuff and Seattle weather has you down, you dont have to wait until summer to get a taste of the new project. Rumba rumtenders will feature a new Inside Passage drink on Wednesdays during Rumbas weekly tiki night.

Inside Passage is slated to open inside the expanded Rumba this summer. You can learn more at insidepassageseattle.com.

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I sourced the bathtub from a dealer and found the totem statues and the star light from Universal Providers. The little bum on the wall was a present I bought for Gaby from Columbia Road Market, Hollie says. She used a dresser for the vanity and topped it off with a white marble slab.

They agreed on an all-white kitchen and a brass bathtub for classic features that could then be accented with animal print, architectural furniture, and of course, figurines. I collect miniature animal sculptures. I find them all over the place, all over the world really, at flea markets and such, Hollie says. They were something Gaby was drawn to and so she started her ownand we joke that it got a little competitive. They add a touch of humor and some character.

We both have a pretty large collection of figurines now and occasionally do swaps and make each other jealous with new additions, Gaby says.

The figurines are an easy connection to the lush outdoor space Hollie updated with potted ferns and palms that sweep up against a bamboo privacy wall. Its home to my pissing frog water feature, which was the first thing Hollie bought me for this flat, Gaby says.

The travertine nightstands in the bedroom were found on 1stdibs and the bedside light is from Twenty Twenty One. The Fallopia Vase is by Charlotte Colbert.

The ceiling light is from my friend Orlando, who I buy a lot of weird, wonderful pieces from. He had a pop-up where I found this, and its one of my favorite pieces, Hollie says.

It took a couple of years for this project to come together, although Hollie doesnt want to say that the job is completely finished. Gaby doesnt mind, eitheras long as theyre hanging out together anyway, they might as well chat about improvements. Well probably keep adding to it, given the nature of our friendship and the way it has unfolded, Hollie says.

Gaby lounges in a rattan chair at home.

Do It Yourself

Shop for souvenirs. Collecting items from your travels is one thing that I think creates the most character in an apartment, Hollie says.

Take risks in a bathroom. The options are endless, and you can get away with more here than perhaps in a kitchen, Hollie says.

Design a room around your favorite feature. If you are obsessed with one feature, like leopard print, it's always good to focus on that and dress the rest of the room around it, Hollie says.

Hollie completely renovated the outdoor space to have a tropical and lush appearance, and sourced the table and chairs from Barney Lee.

Shop It Out

Nessa table lamp by Archivio Storico and Vetreria Vistosi for Vistosi, 502 ($649 as of this writing), twentytwentyone.com

Fallopia vase by Charlotte Colbert, 120 ($132), charlottecolbert.com

Runes mirror by Porta Romana, price upon request, portaromana.com

Vintage wrought iron chair from Jermaine Gallacher, 590 ($763), jermainegallacher.com

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