home truths

IS THERE A DESIGN CLASSIC ITEM YOU WOULD LOVE TO OWN?

A huge PH Artichoke pendant lamp by Louis Poulsen – he is my design hero.

HOW DID YOU CREATE YOUR COLOUR SCHEME?

My colour scheme is usually white! So we loved working with Steve who gently encouraged us to be (a little) braver.

ANYTHING YOU WOULD DO DIFFERENTLY NEXT TIME?

Be even braver with colour.

WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNT FROM THIS RENOVATION?

That rather than always going for a practical option, working with makers and artisans can really elevate a project and give it a personal impact.

WHAT INSPIRES YOU?

Walking along the River Thames and looking up – the skyline is crammed with old and new architecture. I don’t like all of it but I’m glad it’s there and I never get bored.

WHAT SHOULD EVERY HOME HAVE?

Memories; items that mean something and can be cherished.

ARE YOU FORM OVER FUNCTION?

Always function over form. Anything that looks beautiful but doesn’t work or perform really frustrates me… what a waste!

WHAT WOULD BE YOUR DREAM HOME?

A small, energy-efficient house, designed just for us, nestled in woodland with easy access to water.