A bespoke, steel-clad ground-floor rear extension by Rees Architects transforms a Victorian terraced house in London’s East Dulwich, turning it into a design-led contemporary home with a swoon-worthy kitchen and period charm. To maximise the kitchen and dining spaces, the…
“Having always had an interest in minimal forms, I am drawn to numerous art movements such as Modernism, Russian and British Constructivism, and Bauhaus.” Derek Wilson, ceramic artist and founder of Derek Wilson Ceramics. Belfast-based Derek Wilson describes himself as…
An attractive palette of earthy tones and organic textures brings together a well-designed collection of Caesarstone surfaces that fit with a sustainable approach to interior living. Whilst natural stone can seem appealing, quartz and porcelain surfaces offer the same organic…
Stoves are a valuable addition to your heating system, especially if you are looking to improve the energy efficiency of your home. They are a cost-effective heating option as they burn relatively inexpensive fuel and reduce the need for central…
Putting the spotlight on design and innovation, Clerkenwell Design Trail 2023 is set to bring the industry together to connect and network across a series of events, talks, and workshops this autumn. Taking place from 4th-5th October 2023, this standalone…
Nature inspires so much of the work of Caesarstone and the makers of engineered quartz stone are driven by their design passion and cutting-edge technological power. Working with quarried slabs of engineered stone, each with a unique and distinctive character,…
Welcome to Enki’s Eco Edit: September 2023, our monthly sustainable lifestyle news series which will round-up our curated selection of the best eco-friendly brands, shopping ideas, things to see and do and places to visit. This month, we discover a…
Situated on one of the main arterial routes in Auckland, New Zealand, between the suburbs and the central city, the Jervois Apartments by Monk Mackenzie represent a housing model that fits within the city’s overall shift towards increased density and…
Focused on constructing an infill home with a minimal carbon footprint, architecture practice Ao-ft has used slim, prefabricated timber battens and mullions for the facade of Spruce House and harmoniously embedded the building into its environmental context. Spruce House is…
“My artworks are imagined landscapes that begin by taking photographs out in nature, whether on my travels or my doorstep.” Sherrie-Leigh Jones, artist and printmaker. Focused on creating a sense of escapism, Brighton-based artist and printmaker Sherrie-Leigh Jones designs limited…
Bringing together like-minded businesses and a host of creative events in East London, Shoreditch Design Triangle 2023 makes its return from 16th-24th September. The jam-packed event programme presents a mix of must-see exhibitions and installations, diverse workshops, talks and tours,…
The Sunshine Coast Council has endorsed a masterplan by Australian architect firm Hassell, which will see the transformation of 65 hectares of farmland into an eco park and wildlife refuge. Early visuals and plans reveal the design for the Sunshine…
Climate-neutral, Sydney-born brand Mud Australia is making waves over here in the UK with the opening of its new retail store in Marylebone Lane, London. The new store, showcasing a range of the company’s handmade porcelain products, follows in the…
Coppin Dockray has revealed its plans to build three, low-impact timber and chalk houses in a constrained and ecologically sensitive disused chalk quarry site in Surrey, UK. The abandoned chalk pit site is owned by a family who arrived in…
Three new, stylish taps from Duravit have been launched, including the gently dynamic Wave, pared-back Circle, and distinctive Manhattan, to offer a versatile mix of options for any contemporary bathroom. With these brassware collections, Duravit expands its offering and delivers…
