Japanese hemp textile brand majotae showed its first product line ‘majotae 9490’ at Milan Design Week 2024. I visited their installation at Berta, an elegant nineteenth-century palace with courtyards on Via Cesare Correnti. Not only the location but also the sneak peek into the archive of the brand made me want to find out more. The location was already closed when we arrived but luckily we could still have a look. Celebrating historic Japanese craftsmanship, a scene from a handweaving studio from centuries past is recreated in the space. Including an antique Japanese loom- a ‘Tenbin Koshi Bat ..read more

Keeping the blog up and running and finding new products, homes or sharing my travels with you is an ongoing process and a lot of time, perseverance, research and patience sometimes is needed. I try to write two articles a week and so far after more than 15 years there were only a few weeks of silence. I have been waiting for over a year or more, to show the first impression of SD Residence, a soon to be a five-bedroom, single-residential home tucked away in the beautiful Byron Bay hinterlands designed by Studio Brent Lee. A favourite on my blog as you might know. An impression with images and ..read more

Who else remember the days Nate Berkus used to join the Oprah Winfrey show? I really loved these episodes and it were some of the first room makeovers I watched. I still have Nate’s first book and kept following his career. As well as his husband’s Jeremiah Brent, an AD100 designer, who I still remember from the Rachel Zoe Project. I recently showed you his new store in Los Angeles: Atrio and he now launched his book: The Space That Keeps You The Space That Keeps You The Space That Keeps You isn’t just a study of beautiful interior design; it’s an emotional design book that explores what gi ..read more

When visiting Collectible Design Fair in Brussels I was impressed by the works of Atelier Tourain. The multidisciplinary atelier, founded by Tanguy Tourain and Julie Desmidt, grew out of the roots of their custom-made company Fo Le Fer. With years of experience inside high-end residential and commercial projects, the duo felt the need to create things themselves with the philosophy that products should be developed according to three main pillars: Artisanal production process, pure materials and great respect for every characteristic of that material. Handmade brass tiles and a sink in br ..read more

It is only last week I showed you some beautiful coffee table by Pietro Franceschini, he is no stranger on the blog. Recently the Brioni Collection was launched, a collaboration between Franceschini and RH. Artisan crafted of reclaimed European oak and finished to highlight the woods organic patterning. Find the whole collection in different finishes here : Brioni Collection Image Credit: Restoration Hardware Het bericht The Brioni Collection by Pietro Franceschini x RH verscheen eerst op vosgesparis ..read more

Before heading to Milan for Milan design week, a last update from when I visited Paris last January. After reading an article about Rozemarijn de Witte and Pierre Traversier’s Parisian gallery, Arrogant Verneuil I was curious to visit their boutique and Open House and get a sneak peek into their world. I previously visited their hotel Los Enamorados at Ibiza some years ago. Filled with vintage design, art, fashion and handmade objects the boutique is a cabinet of curiosity carefully curated by the couple. If you love vintage design pieces for your home the boutique is certainly worth a vi ..read more

Since 2013, Dominika Pomarańska has been on a mission to infuse spaces with a blend of tradition, quality, and uniqueness, drawing inspiration from her eclectic life experiences spanning across six countries. As the founder and CEO of Sophie homestyle, Dominika’s passion for creation resulted in two door collections: the enchanting French Riviera and the timeless Rattan Love. Rattan Love collection Drawing inspiration from the lush landscapes of Indonesia, Dominika’s Rattan Love collection pays homage to the exquisite beauty of Indonesian rattan. “I love Indonesian rattan and I’m happy that it ..read more

‘Slice Me Up’ is a minimalist coffee table designed by Pietro Franceschini and crafted in Italy. With a notable silhouette characterized by its multi-layered top, where smooth, curved lines are a defining feature. The design merges both sharp and gentle edges, creating a piece with varied surfaces. A distinctive aspect of this creation is its finish — a hand-applied golden leaf, lending an air of artisanal quality to the piece. This design choice elevates the object, positioning it as a unique blend of modern form and traditional finishing techniques.  Image Credit: PF-Studio Het beric ..read more

In the heart of Marrakech, Studio Sana Benzaitar stands as a testament to the rich heritage of Moroccan craftsmanship, particularly in the realm of rug weaving. Founded by Sana, a native of Marrakech and daughter of a renowned rug dealer, the studio is committed to preserving traditional techniques while infusing contemporary designs with warmth and luxury. From neutral tones for minimalist interiors to vibrant abstract designs, each rug is a testament to the fusion of tradition and innovation. Sana’s journey into the rug industry was a natural progression, influenced by her upbringing amidst ..read more

The K-House is a proposal for the interior of a new-built residential project on the Lago Maggiore in the North of Italy. The project is a collaboration between Kacper Niezabitowski, a young Polish architect, and Inge Lagae, a Belgian interior designer and furniture designer for KĀNA objects.  A brand I previously showed you here : Where elegance meets robustness The aim of the project was the design of a contemporary pavilion, built with natural materials such as limeplaster facades. A beautiful architecture project by Inge Lagae and kacper Niezabitowski, all furniture is designed by Ing ..read more