Article by Michelle Heslop. Images courtesy of Bespoke Design Ltd.
Blending traditional design with modern sensibilities, French classic design exudes an effortless chic. Simple, yet elegant, Parisian interiors are more concerned with reflecting a sense of personality than adhering to a particular design aesthetic. Bespoke Design shows you how to inject that certain je ne sais quoi into your home with their latest finds from Hickory Chair and hand-printed Phillip Jeffries grasscloth wallcoverings.
Inspired by the English club chair, the Virginia Sofa (main image above) from Hickory Chair, in white linen upholstery, has a tall back, softly pleated arms and turned mahogany front posts. Available in two sizes, a companion ottoman with concave sides is also available. Classic in form and scale, the Virginia sofa works in both contemporary and traditional interiors. As pictured above, the Virginia sofa, chair and ottoman are also available with a hand-fitted dressmaker skirt.
Inspired by a French flea market find, Suzanne Kasler designed the Isabel Ottomans in antique gold (pictured in main photo with Virginia sofa).
True to Kasler’s aesthetic, the Asheworth Campaign Desk is inspired by a vintage modern piece of French furniture in her personal collection. The desk boasts clean lines, classic brass hardware and X-legs that could be used as a sofa table, dressing table or desk. Shown in main photo with standard light walnut finish with optional Asheworth silver hardware. Also available with standard golden brass hardware.
Inspired by the French Moderne chairs of the 1930s, the 1650-01 Laurent dining chair (paired with the desk in main photo) has an elegantly contoured back, a reeded apron and finely tapered legs finished in antique brass ferrules. Crafted in ash, Laurent lends itself to a diverse range of styles and uses. Shown in standard light walnut finish. Also available as the 1650-03 Laurent Counter Stool and 1650-04 Laurent Bar Stool.
For an innovative play on pattern and texture, hand printed natural wallcoverings, by Phillip Jeffries explore the world to bring a modern interpretation to design classics. In the photo above, bohemian bangles grasscloth in bronze from the Passport Collection creates a dynamic backdrop for the classic Hickory Chair pieces. Boldly scaled designs are hand-printed by artisans on a selection of handcrafted manila hemp, linen, Japanese paper weave, jute and sateen club wallcoverings. Combined with a sophisticated palette ranging from bold colors and classic neutrals to innovative metallic inks, the Passport Collection creates a stunning statement for your classic or contemporary room.
