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House Call: Converted Stable in London

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What is it about converted stables, carriage houses, even garages? Whenever we're wandering around London, Brooklyn, or San Francisco (any city, really), we find ourselves drawn to the more humble houses in the neighborhood. Case in point: this residence in London spotted on the Modern House Estate Agents, located on a cobbled mews off Tavistock Terrace. The building was part of a late 19th century stable block, and was used as a motor repair workshop from the 1920s until the 1970s; in 2006, the property was converted into a house by the development company Kube. The designers neatly solved the interior illumination issue with cleverly placed operable skylights, which allow natural light to flood the interiors and provide ventilation. To see more, go to the Modern House Estate Agents.

Above: The cobbled mews is accessed through steel gates.

Above two photos: The solid mahogany entrance doors weigh 350kg each and took more than a week to hang.

Above: The walls and floor were sandblasted.

Above: The interior features a modern look, with polished stone tile flooring.

Above: The kitchen is illuminated by an operable sklight.

Above: Each room is lit from above via skylights.

Above: A simple white tiled bath with mirrored cabinetry.


Outdoors: House Numbers from A Short Walk in Cornwall

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We like these house numbers from A Short Walk in Cornwall, not only for their curb appeal but because they are engraved on a unique slatelike material made from recycled coffee cups. The company also has a wonderful story: Previously a product designer at Dyson, Dan Dicker started A Short Walk in 2003 to fulfill his dream of living close to the sea ("a short walk," in other words). In addition to producing a line of house numbers, Dicker's firm designs and manufacturers products for organizations such as Amnesty International and Oxfam. Go to A Short Walk for more information.

Above: House numbers in Century Gothic lettering in white, 150 x 100mm (6 by 4 inches); £23.95. You can also order custom house signs using different combinations of fonts and colors.

Art & Photography: East London Mornings

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Katya Katkova started East London Mornings, an art and photography project, as a way to pay tribute to East London independent coffee shops ("home to musicians, artists, photographers, and all those creative types for whom 9 to 5 is not an option"). Katkova invited a group of artists and illustrators—including Jonathan Chadwick, Veronica Wood, Besheer Abbaro, Emily Wallis, and Neri Ishida—to contribute a drawing, painting, or watercolor of their favorite cafes in East London; her ultimate goal is to publish an art guide to the neighborhood. For more information, go to East London Mornings.

Above: Photos of Healthy Stuff by Katya Katkova.

Above: Healthy Stuff, by Ashley Le Quere.

Shopper's Diary: Toast Autumn 2011 House & Home Line

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Fresh off the (online) press: Our friends at UK-based Toast have just launched the Autumn/Winter 2011 House & Home catalog; photographed in situ in two different houses designed by London-based architect Jonathan Tuckey (see Architect VIsit: Jonathan Tuckey in London). Tuckey specializes in "remodeling and radically transforming old buildings for modern uses," an approach that makes his work the ideal backdrop for Toast's classic yet subtly mod offerings for the home.

Toast Autumn/Winter 2011 house & home

Above: A collection of Toast kitchen essentials: Mango Wood Bread Boards, £35 and £39; Toasting Fork, £8.50; and Glass Cloths, £6.50.

Toast Autumn/Winter 2011 house & home

Above: An assortment of glasses and cupboard essentials: Damascus Glasses and Tumblers, £28 and £25 for a set of four; Picardie Glasses, £15 for a set of six; Gigone Glasses, £12 for a set of four, and Glass Storage Jars; prices start at £15 for a set of six small jars.

Above: A simple table setting featuring Toast Tableware (pressed into moulds by hand, rather than thrown, for an organic look) and Washed Linen Napkins; £9.50.

Welsh Tapestry Rug

Above: A collection of rustic floor coverings, including a traditional wool Welsh Tapestry Rug in olive green; £165.

Above: Striped ceramics by South Africa-based Wonki Ware; prices start at £17.50 for a mug. The round wool Crochet Cushion in mustard is £49.

Toast Autumn/Winter 2011 house & home

Above: Washed Lace Bedlinen in soft ochre and pebble gray; prices start at £22 for a pillowcase. The Hand Crochet Throw in Oatmeal/Mustard is £175.

Anatolian Fringed Bath Towels

Above: An assortment of linens for the bath; we especially like the Anatolian Fringed Bath Towels, available in plain (£39) or striped (£45).

Aegean Bed Linens

Above: A collection of Aegean Bed Linens; prices start at £26.

Artist Visit: New from Sam Orlando Miller

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We first admired the work of UK artist Sam Orlando Miller at last year's SF 20th Century Modernism Show (see Accessories: Sam Orlando Miller); so we headed straight to the Hedge booth at this year's SF20/21 show in hopes of seeing something new. We weren't disappointed: Miller's latest piece is made from bronze with a jewel-like green patinated mirror, which refracts shards of light off its faceted surface. In the US, Sam Orlando Miller's work is available through Steven Volpe's Hedge Gallery in San Francisco.

N.B. To read a recent interview with Sam Orlando Miller, go to You Have Been Here Sometime.

Above: Miller's Untitled Mirror 7 is made from bronze with a patinated green mirror.

Above: A detail of the faceted green patinated mirror.

Above three photos: Miller's new Untitled Chandelier 3, made of steel and gold bronze.

Above: Untitled Mirror 8 in patinated olive green mirror with etched steel base.

Steal This Look: Traditional British Utility Room

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Attribute it to the temperate climate, but the utility room seems to be a low priority in the California home. Not so on the East Coast or in the UK, where muddy wellies and laundry drying racks clutter the entryway. We especially like this laundry room, featuring painted wainscoting and enamel storage containers. Recreate the look with the following elements.

Above: Image via House to Home.

Varde Base Cabinet

Above: Varde Base Cabinet; $359 from Ikea.

Kitchen Towel Roll and Holder

Above: Kitchen Towel Roll and Holder; £21.95 from the Lancashire Towel Company.

Bekvam Step Stool

Above: Bekvam Step Stool; $14.99 from Ikea.

123 Canisters123 Canisters

Above: 123 Canisters in slate; £30 from Garden Trading.

Long Handle Dustbin and Brush

Above: Long Handle Dustbin and Brush; £49 from Toast.

Scrubbing Brush

Above: Scrubbing Brush; $20 from Ancient Industries.

Above: Kitchen Bin from Garden Trading in the UK (for something similar, try the Knodd from Ikea for $14.99).

Storage: Creamware Canisters from Williams-Sonoma

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Based on a classic Belgian design, Williams-Sonoma's Creamware Canisters feature bamboo lids secured by elasticized fabric bands; $79.95 for a trio.

Creamware Canisters

Shopper's Diary: The Old Curiosity Shop in London

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Spotted on London In Sight: the Old Curiosity Shop. Photographer Stephanie Wolff, who focuses on the city's "overlap of history and myth," paid a photographic visit to the historic shop, located just off the Strand; the building dates back to the sixteenth century and is believed to be the inspiration for the Dickens novel of the same name. Built from timber salvaged from old ships, the shop now houses the operations of footwear impresario Daita Kimura, who creates evocative shoes for the London dandy. Go to the Old Curiosity Shop for more information.


Events: London Design Festival Roundup

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I managed to hit all the major events during last week's London Design Festival, crisscrossing the city to shows and exhibitions from Shoreditch Triangle to West London. With nearly 300 events, the worlds of fashion, architecture, textiles, home furnishings, and interiors all seemed to converge.

Above: One of my favorite displays was by Australian designer Henry Wilson, whose Things Revisited line is all about making the familiar fresh and new; his work was on view at Design Junction, a showcase of more than 35 cutting-edge international design brands. Wilson's Anglepoise lamp rejuvenates the traditional British utility lamp with a glass shade and an LCD bulb; for more snapshots from the show, see our Facebook album: London Design Week; Day 3: Design Junction).

Above: Peter Marigold's Split Box shelves, displayed at the SCP show, reimagine the concept of wall shelving. For more from SCP, see our Facebook album: London Design Week; Day 1: SCP.

Above: Ercol's classic Butterfly chairs in bright new colors, seen at Tent London, which is now in its fifth year at the Old Truman Brewery on Brick Lane in London's East End. For more from the show, go to London Design Week; Day 4: Tent London.

Above: The company Spineless Classics offers a literal twist on a classic: an entire novel printed in one poster; seen at 100 Percent Design at the Earls Court Exhibition Centre. The above Hound of the Baskervilles poster is available from Rose and Grey for £45 unframed.

Required Reading: A Perfectly Kept House Is the Sign of a Misspent Life

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Our meme for the day is A Perfectly Kept House Is the Sign of a Misspent Life, the title of a recent book by Mary Randolph Carter and introduced to us by our friend Kathleen. The longtime creative director for Ralph Lauren, Carter encourages us to embrace the things that come into our lives: collections, clutter, work, kids, pets, and so forth. She uses her own photographs to illustrate eight homes that have a very personal decorating scheme. "The homes I love and the ones I share in this book are put together by people who have a lot of confidence in their own taste," says Carter. "I do believe the personal touch is important and prefer to see a house that is truly lived in and put together by the people who love it."

Mary Randolph Carter, A Perfectly Kept House is the Sign of a Misspent Life

Above: A Perfectly Kept House Is the Sign of a Misspent Life, published by Rizzoli, is $34.65 at Amazon.

Above: We especially like Carter's "Living with Work" chapter; photo via The Love Bells.

Above: A detail from Carter's own office, photographed by The Selby.

Mary Randolph Carter's desk, A Perfectly Kept House is the Sign of a Misspent Life

Above: Mary Randolph Carter's own work space at Ralph Lauren. "I love to see and enjoy the things I have, so my life is an open book," she says.

Remodelista Reader Survey

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Calling all Remodelista readers (old and new): We invite you to participate in our site redesign by filling out our Remodelista Reader Survey. This is your chance to let us know what features you'd like to see more (or less) of, what's working (or not working) for you, and to share your insights. Your responses and reactions will help us make Remodelista easier to use and more fun to visit. Thank you in advance.

N.B. Please fill out the Remodelista Reader Survey by end of day Thursday, September 29.

Above: Image via Factory 20.

10 Easy Pieces: Classic Tea Kettles

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As autumn approaches, it's time to think about the perfect tea kettle, a kitchen staple that is surprisingly difficult to source (especially now that Simplex, maker of classic English tea kettles, is on hiatus). Here are ten great ones:

Staub La Theiere Round Teapot

Above: Francesca swears by the Staub Theiere Teapot, available in black cast iron as well as a range of enameled jewel-like colors (yellow, grenadine, royal blue, basil); $99.95 at Amazon.

Sori Yanagi Water Kettle

Above: Sarah's favorite is the Sori Yanagi Water Kettle, designed by the Japanese master, available in brushed stainless steel; $152.50 at OK in LA.

Opa Nuotiokahvipannu

Above: On Lydia's wish list: the Opa Nuotiokahvipannu, made by Opa Oly, the oldest manufacturer of stainless steel household items in Scandinavia; available for €65 from Retkiaitta.

Le Creuset Kone Kettle

Above: Le Creuset Kone Kettle in enameled steel; $85.12 from Langton in the UK.

Demeyere Stainless Steel Tea Kettle

Above: The venerable Belgium company Demeyere makes a 4.5 quart Stainless Steel Teakettle; $32.99 at Sur la Table.

Le Creuset Stainless Steel Tea Kettle

Above: The Le Creuset Stainless Steel Tea Kettle is $100 at Williams-Sonoma.

Kaico Kettle

Above: Julie's next purchase will be the Kaico Kettle, designed by Makoto Koizumi and made of enamel-coated steel with a beechwood handle and maple knob; $140 at Emmo Home.

BonJour Porcelain Teakettle

Above: The BonJour Porcelain Teakettle in black is $39.95 at Amazon.

Cambridge Stainless Steel Teakettle

Above: Illinois-based Copco has been making teakettles since 1962; the Cambridge Stainless Steel Teakettle is $34.99 at Amazon.

Martha Stewart Collection Tea Kettle

Above: Martha Stewart Collection offers a 4-quart stainless steel Teakettle; $39.99 at Macy's.

Shopper's Diary: Hooper & Shaw in Cornwall, England

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Artists Nicole Heidaripour and Daniel Scott left London for the seaside village of Cornwall in 2008 and opened Hooper & Shaw, a gallery showcasing the work of local artists. "It is our aim to promote the original and the hand made—featuring work that has it roots in traditional and skilled techniques, yet that explores unusual and contemporary styles and ideas," they say. We especially like their whimsically worded posters bearing slogans like "Love Me, Love My Dog" and "Kettle On, Feet Up." To see more, go to Hooper & Shaw.

Above: The cheery facade of Hooper & Shaw in Cornwall.

Above: The white paneled interior serves as a backdrop for local artwork.

Above: A welcome antidote to the ubiquitous Keep Calm and Carry On poster; screenprinted Kettle On Feet Up poster (33 by 55 cm); £55 unframed, £85 framed.

Above L: Sheep original print by Nicole Heidaripour; £60 framed. Above R: B Is for Bass original print by Nicole Heidaripour; £60 framed.

Storage: Notch Coat Stand from Felix de Pass

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Designed by London-based Felix de Pass, a graduate of the Royal College of Art, the Notch Coat Stand is an elegant solution to entryway clutter. De Pass designs under his own name and freelances for Established & Sons; to see more of his work, go to Felix de Pass.

Above: Notch is 1.87 meters (6 feet) high. For more information, visit Felix de Pass.

Fabrics & Linens: Maxemilia in England

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Emily Mackay is a London-based weaver, embroiderer, and stitcher whose clients include Virgin, Ralph Lauren, and Nike, among others. But you don’t have to be a major corporation to enjoy some of Emily’s work in person; she crafts pillows, blankets, and art for every home, which she sells through her Etsy shop, Maxemilia. To see more, go to Design Skool.

Above: Handwoven British Herdwick Wool Honeycomb Throw edged with black wool flannel; £235.


Hotels, Lodging & Restaurants: The Reading Rooms in Margate, England

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The ideal British home can be yours, if only for a weekend. The Reading Rooms is a Georgian townhouse turned into a luxury bed-and-breakfast, located in the seaside resort of Margate, England (famous in the 18th century for its beaches and architecture). Owners Liam Nabb and Louise Oldfield have done justice to the commodious three-bedroom home in their restoration, drawing inspiration from their time in Florence, Italy. Each light-filled room encompasses an entire floor of the house, and the Georgian plaster work, parquet flooring and cornices have been expertly restored, and walls have been painted in historic shades from Farrow & Ball. For more information, go to The Reading Rooms on Mr & Mrs Smith.

Hotels, Lodging & Restaurants: A Day at the Wolseley in London

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New York has Balthazar, Paris has Brasserie Lipp, London has the Wolseley. Centrally located on Piccadilly, the Wolseley is a modern all-day cafe-brasserie in the European tradition, where grandees and grungers alike feel welcome. The building dates from 1921, when the Wolseley Car Company (which began life as the Wolseley Sheep Shearing Company) hired architect William Curtis Green to design a luxurious car showroom. No architectural mark of opulence was omitted: high arches, sweeping stairways, marble floors—it all adds up to a munificent temple for the mechanical wonder of the age. The cafe's interiors, orchestrated by David Collins Studio, are almost a decade old but continue to exude an Art Deco glamour. As longtime devotees of the Wolseley, we concocted an all-day dining experience (breakfast, tea, dinner) to coincide with the relaunch of The Wolseley's website and online store.

Photography by Simon Bevan.

Above: Breakfast at the Wolseley, by A. A. Gill, with photographs by David Loftus, offers a glimpse into the world of the Wolseley and includes recipes and reminiscences; £12.99. Canisters of the Wolseley's English Breakfast Tea; £8.99, and Cafetiere and Filter Blend Coffee; £9.49. Floral design by Michelle McKenna.

Above: The Wolseley's breakfast setting: Herbal Teapot; £77, silver Tea Strainer; £63, and linen napkins; set of six for £66. Floral design by Michelle McKenna.

Above: Afternoon tea at the Wolseley. A similar Octagonal Edwardian Teapot can be found in the online shop; £250, silver Tea Strainer; £63, Black and White Cake Stand and Cloche; £165. Floral design by Michelle McKenna.

Above: Dinner in the Wolseley's Private Dining Room.

Above: Dinner setting: Wine Glass; set of six for £84, Water Glass; set of six for £102, Salt and Pepper Cruets; £70.

Accessories: Vintage Silver Butler Trays

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We're upping the ante at our next dinner party by serving drinks on these Vintage Silver Butler Trays from NapaStyle. Sourced from antique markets across the US, the ornate trays date back to the 1920s and their exact shape and size will vary (some are even footed). Butler optional.

Above: The trays range from small (8 to 10 inches long); $49, medium (up to 20 inches long); $199, and large (between 21 and 26 inches long); $229.

Furniture: Haberdashery Seating at Obsolete

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Ray Azoulay of Obsolete in Venice, California, is always ahead of the design curve (he was one of the first to source and sell industrial vintage lighting); he recently introduced a small line of seating covered in men's haberdashery fabrics; fine wool pin striped suiting fabric, polka dot shirting cotton. To see more, go to Obsolete.

Above: Barrel Chair with Buttoned Tufted Back.

Above: Tall Back Sofa with Pin Stripe Suiting Fabric.

Above: Simple Roll Arm Primitive Sitting Chair with exposed back.

Lighting: Silvered Bottle Lamp at Rockett St. George

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UK online retailer Rockett St. George recently bought out a local antique dealer's stock of lamps made with vintage soda bottles (the "clever man" silvers the inside of the bottles, leaving the exterior markings intact). Glimmery but not gaudy, the Vintage Silvered Soda Bottle Table Lamps are topped with a white lampshade and require a standard bayonet-style light bulb; £99 at Rockett St. George.

Vintage Silvered Soda Bottle Table Lamps

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