Calling all Wellington based clients... Tomorrow (19 June) we're hosting an Open Day with the spotlight firmly on the fabulous new Zimmer + Rohde, Travers and Etamine collections. Albertha and I will also be showing the Arte and Hooked on Walls collections for those who missed our recent events with Stijn. Call in to the  Wellington Design Library showroom at a time that suits you - we have great coffee and nibbles and of course inspiring fabrics and wallcoverings. See you tomorrow!

We just love linen! We love the fibre for so many reasons, not just its look and feel but also the environmental aspects of the fibre: how it's grown, processed and woven. It just has soul! That's why we stock so many options.

Many of our designs are from mills affiliated with the Masters of Linen trademark which guarantees traceability from the land to the consumer and a stringent set of rules governing growing, harvesting, spinning and weaving, ensuring a top quality product.

Recently we received a video from Masters of Linen showing these processes and the care that goes into a metre of their linen. It's fascinating to watch - I thought you'd like to see it...

We're thrilled to be part of this project by Nina Maya Interiors, it's called The Glasshouse. It's a superlative showcase home in Paddington which allows clients to view materials & products in situ. The once dilapidated site has been transformed into a stunning show home that's all about contemporary luxury. Throughout the project the highest quality materials and products have been used so we are in excellent company!

Check out the website for more info on the finishings and products used throughout. Here are some shots that include our fabrics. Photography by Nicole England.

Above and below: Drapery: Colin by Zimmer + Rohde; Ball cushions: Molo Ebony.

Below: Bedhead Sassi Mineral and Copenhagen Foam; Cushion: Sassi Mineral; Bolsters: Copenhagen Graphite.

Below: Upholstered wall, bed base, cushion and bolsters: Velluto Di Cotone 074; Sheer drapery: Garza Cloud; Drapery: Winsome Mineral.

Squabs: Iggy 9901; Cushions: Molo, Zebra

Stunning right!?

Go to The Glasshouse website for more info.

Have a fabulous week.

We've just had some very exciting news... Stijn Vergaelen, Arte's International Sales Manager, has just confirmed that he'll be giving us a sneak preview of the designs from the collaboration between Moooi and Arte. These designs received rave reviews at Salone del Mobile in Milan a few weeks ago so we can't wait to see them!

This collection is due to go to market in September.

For the next few weeks we're thrilled to have Stijn Vergaelen, Arte's International Sales Manager, in Australia and New Zealand. He will be presenting a huge EIGHT new collections by Arte and Hooked On Walls. Invitations will either already be in your inbox or going to your inbox as you read this. Please get your RSVP's in as soon as possible, places are very limited and filling fast.

Sydney: Thursday 17, 10:00am and Friday 18, 10:00am

Melbourne: Monday 21, 11:00am and Tuesday 22, 11:00am

Brisbane: Thursday 24, 11:00am and Friday 25, 11:00am 

Auckland: Monday 28, 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:30pm

Wellington: Tuesday 29, 10:30am and 12:30pm

Christchurch: Wednesday 30, 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:30pm

Now for a quick introduction to the new Arte releases which run from the sublime to the outrageous...

Lets start with the latter - the extraordinary Flavor Paper: It's bold, cheeky, glamorous, dramatic... Do check out the collection page HERE to see more. Arte worked in collaboration with Kravitz Design in New York (yes that Kravitz) to create Flavor Paper. Most of the designs are large scale with plenty of foil, vibrant colours and irreverent motifs, eg surveillance cameras, box cutters and bananas. It's so much fun!

Just as glamorous but definitely more pared-back is Metal X Signum. This range features the stunning oxidised metal effect from Metal X but adds geometric patterns and glass beads into the mix.

Focus is an innovative collection which uses relief to create dynamic geometric patterns. These designs come to life with different light effects, giving a three dimensional character.

Takara works a strong Chinoiserie and Japonaiserie theme, with birds, pergolas, washi paper textures and woven chevrons. The design Crane needs special mention - it's an incredible embroidered design which uses metallic thread with stunning results.

Finally we have Curiosa which also has oriental influences. From lush tropical motifs to scenic imagery and animals this collection is mysterious and exotic. See the collection page HERE.

Please get your RSVP's in as soon as possible. We look forward to learning more about these fascinating collections from Stijn.