DESIGN CENTRE, CHELSEA HARBOUR

JULIAN CHICHESTER

Why visit? This month is the British brand’s debut at the Design Centre, bringing a mix of its handcrafted contemporary classics to this venue. Did you know? Julian Chichester, known for its admiration of innovation, is responsible for bringing many of the materials we now take for granted in the home decorating arena to popularity – think verre eglomisé, faux shagreen, gesso and nickel-plated brass. This brand offers furniture that boasts both quality craftsmanship and unique personality. The details Ground floor, Centre Dome ( julianchichester.com).

SAMUEL & SONS

Why visit? Need a tieback, tassel, border, braid or fringe? This New York specialist is unrivalled, with over 15,000 designs of its own. Some of its collections are embellished with precious gems and exotic woods. Look out for The ‘Oberon’ range – its fringes, tiebacks and tassels are woven in metallic yarns to create an opulent touch. The details Third floor, Centre Dome (samuelandsons.com).

ARTE

Why visit? Jute, moiré and hand-woven sisal are just a few of the materials that this Belgian company uses to create its contemporary wallcoverings. View the collection at its showroom, which is custom-built around its library walls and interactive display system. Look out for The new ‘Flavor Paper for Arte’ range – the result of the brand’s collaboration with hip Brooklyn wallpaper brand Flavor Paper on an exclusive collection of funky patterns. The details Second floor, Design Centre East (arteinternational.com).

PASSERINI

Why visit? At this opulent showroom, furnishings, lighting and accessories are contextualised in home-like vignettes. Sky’s-the-limit customisation is the name of the game. Did you know? Italian super-luxe lighting brand Terzani’s chandeliers and pendant lights are on display here – it’s worth a trip down to the showroom just for a peek at these. The details Fourth floor, Design Centre East ( passerini.com).