Interviews, trends & insights
Chelsea Flower Show | Paul Smith | Fashion inspiration
Paul Smith, the English designer, has launched a new scarf. The motif is a photo print of flowers taken at the Chelsea Flower show. No doubt he will as always inspire others to leverage the creativity of outdoor / garden designers. // Share| Read More
Wonderworx | Interactive seats | A sign of things to come
Wonderdish is probably a great illustration of the future of outdoor designs in terms of function – even if the looks could be zazzed up. ‘Active’ furniture seems to be on the rise. After the Tweet Bench, here is another example of a seat doubling up as an entertainment hub/multi media center. PDF specs: Download Spec Sheet. MORE: Site: http://www.wonderworx.com/catalogue_dish.php Extracts: WonderDish The WonderDish is an imaginative site furnishing... Read More
The Outdoor Stylist discusses its consultancy activities and market trends on Urban Gardens (US)
Urban Gardens: Unlimited Thinking for Limited Spaces– is a web magazine reaching in excess of 30 000 professionals, influencers and lovers of outdoors spaces. They have just featured The Outdoor Stylist, via an interview focused on trends in the outdoor market, how retailers are responding (or not!) to the multiplying opportunities and we describe our marketing consultancy activities. Read the full interview HERE. // // Share| Read More
Names for your source book, insights into high-end garden design & tips on integrating photography: Q & A with Philip Nixon
The Outdoor Stylist was delighted when Philip Nixon agreed to answer a few questions on high-end garden design today and provide insights into how one can use photography outdoors. Based in London (UK), Philip runs the ‘Philip Nixon Design’ landscape and garden design Studio offering private and corporate clients a multidisciplinary approach combining garden and landscape design with architecture and furniture design. His work has won 3 Gold and 1 Silver Gilt medal... Read More
Names for your source book and insights into the art of outdoor fire-sculptures: Q & A with Cathy Azria
London based sculptor Cathy Azria has created a niche collection of sculptural outdoor fires (bonfires and pits). Her talent as a sculptor is doubled by a solid expertise in the real life challenges of safely and effectively running outdoor fires. She kindly shares her story, insights and names for your source book. How did you come to your current activity? Pure frustration! When some years ago I wanted a fire for my own home and looked for what choices the market had to offer,... Read More
The Outdoor Stylist shares thoughts about lighting with readers of Times Union USA
Times Union have just published a story on how to think about outdoor lighting. The Outdoor Stylist shared a few ideas and names to watch: ‘A trend toward creating “outdoor rooms” has dramatically increased lighting options for homeowners who want to extend their time outside. Most indoor lighting fixtures — chandeliers, pendant lights, table lamps — now have a counterpart designed for patios or decks. “We have seen outdoor lights absolutely replicating... Read More
Time for light weight design outdoor rooms
Outdoor gazebos and structures have become widespread and very desirable. Their success can be explained by the fact they are taking on a new role as ‘entertainement hubs’ offering not only shelter from the sun or the wind but also becoming the area to regroup, enjoy drinks, music, lounging etc. Most structures require an army of workmen which makes them costly and very inflexible. It is time for designers to follow the lead of April Allterior, an emerging brand... Read More
New options | Hyper color customization | No extra cost
Offering customized designs seems to be a key to staying ahead for brands in the outdoor market. This is true not only for furniture designs but also for pots and planters. On the demand side, leading interior designers, architects and garden designers will now be in a position to show the full extent of their skills by offering highly personalized sets to clients thanks to initiatives developed by brands such as Eternit. The brand has started offering customization possibilities... Read More
New chic | Co-creating your outdoor furniture | An example with Ego Paris
If you have the patience to read web sites or brochures in great detail you will often find that beyond the stated available colors brands actually offer customized versions. For some obscure reason the info is often there but hard to find. To explore how these customization options work, the EGO PARIS site is brilliant. Click here to see it. The brand has an extensive range of modern designs, furniture, accessories, shade leafs… Q&A to EGO PARIS: How long has this... Read More
Water features & fountains
Telescopes of Vermont & New Bird bath | Classic precision designs explained
As the Chelsea Flower Show closes we feature Telescopes of Vermont, creators of timeless designs. They had the honor of a visit by HRH Queen Elizabeth at the Chelsea Flower Show 2010. Indeed, behind their telescopes and new bird baths...
Coffee tables
Skitsch | FildeFer | Lounge set | 4 colors
Skitsch is a studio based in Italy and an online design store.
The brand was launched at the Milan fair and aims to offer affordable quality designs.
As part of the collections on display, one finds FildeFer.
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