Flying Colour
Citrus green, electric blue, candy-apple red: things are heating up as we gravitate toward shades that energize and revitalize our homes. |
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The LG front-loading electric washer and dryer comes in several cheerful shades. $2,300 |
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Lighting goes pop with the Graf floor lamp by Diesel Foscarini. $925 |
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The koosh-like
Gueto Miss Rio ottoman from p+a is made from recycled flip-flops. $490 |
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Inspired by George Nelson, the Twister clock by Nuevo Living adds colour to every hour of the day. $53 |
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The classic Canyon sofa from Bensen gets an apple-green update. $2,565 |
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The Nelson Marshmallow Sofa sweetens your mood with cushions in one or multiple colours. $3,378
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Natural Path
Walnut, rattan, mother of pearl, leather: heavily influenced by the environmental movement, this look celebrates the soft, neutral colours found in nature and embraces natural materials, designed to last. |
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Saddle leather straps make a comfy ride on the Klasen chair by Minotti. $5,525 |
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Shell panels give the Playa pendant from Tech Lighting a beach-inspired blush. $400 |
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Hand-woven braid covers the natural iroko wood frame of the Wabi sofa by Paola Lenti. $14,240 |
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Oak boards cover the Aomori Japanese-style soaker tub by e15. $2,440 |
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The Afra chair by Paola Lenti has a waterproof removable cover. Price on request |
Orient Expressed
Bamboo, shoji screens and intricate details: this look brings Asian elegance to the room, whether it’s a lacquered accent piece or a refrigerator hidden inside a classic Chinese armoire. |
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The Crinoline armchair by B&B Italia blends long-lasting polyethylene with natural fibre. $2,700 |
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The golden Habibi table by e15 doubles as a tray. $2,440 See Sources. |
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The TansuChill wardrobe by Troy Adams hides the refrigerator behind it. From $36,000 (U.S.) |
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A hand-painted silk shade on the Paradise East wall bracket from Progress Lighting mimics a classic Chinese lantern. $163 |
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The Coral armchair by Oly is available in seven finishes, from basic white to enamel orange. $1,530 |
Silver Foxy
Stainless steel, wool, stone: grey is soft and sexy on drapery, warm and inviting on a sofa, cool and industrial on a metallic lamp shade. Add just about any accent colour and it’s guaranteed to look richer. |
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The lantern-inspired Cage floor lamp by Diesel Foscarini. $1,700 |
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The Sheer kitchen from Gatto goes from sculptural globe to functional kitchen at the touch of a button. $59,000 (including appliances) |
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The Rock pendant lamp by Diesel Foscarini looks like obsidian. $925 |
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Triangular shades of grey add visual texture to the Stockholm wool rug from Ikea. $300 |
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The Up armchair by B&B Italia has its own ball and chain, in the form of a tethered ottoman. Price on request. |
