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Whether you're looking for a few accessories to refresh your space or moodboarding for a room renovation, there's plenty of inspiration to be had (and wishlists to be made) thanks to a slew of cool designer collaborations. Combining the talents of design powerhouses and interiors experts – from Fired Earth x Bert & May to Sophie Conran x John Lewis – we've rounded up the collections that you simply can't afford to miss. Browse gorgeous encaustic tiles, beautiful sculptural lighting, tactile wallpaper and sleek fluted glass cabinets, to name a few.
NATURAL PARTNERS
Beautiful things happen when two esteemed names join together with a shared passion for design and traditional craftsmanship. Inspired by their love for Moorish architecture, Fired Earth and Bert & May continue their collaborative partnership with a new collection. The Medina range features horseshoe arches, geometric shapes and patterns that can be used in wonderfully modern ways. The designs are handmade in both Zellige and encaustic tiles, and come in earthy natural tones accented with mineral blue, marigold and iris.
DESIGNER GLASS
What better way to toast Mustard Made’s new locker collection than with a glass of fizz served in tinted flutes designed to celebrate the launch. Known for its colourful storage, the locker company has added three new styles to its range with fluted glass fronts that subtly both screen and reveal the contents. And Melbourne glassware brand Fazeek has created a limited-edition pair of hand-blown flutes that blend its signature sculptural design with Mustard’s flair for colour.
CRAFT-INSPIRED PRINTS
Designer-turned-ceramicist Henry Holland is famed for his fluid-like style in clay. Taking his remarkable talent for homeware a few leaps forward, he’s teamed up with interiors brand Harlequin to create a gorgeous, tactile range of wallpapers and fabrics. The collection includes 17 different designs, each showcasing a mix of techniques and processes, in a palette of terracotta, chocolate, ‘matcha’ and blue.
UPLIFTING DESIGN
Ikea’s long tradition of collaboration goes beyond working with established designers, with social entrepreneurship driving some of its most exciting partnerships. The brand's Mävinn collection features a vibrant selection of homeware that has been handwoven, braided, and embroidered by artisans from vulnerable communities in Southeast Asia. From rugs to cushion covers, the pieces combine modern design with traditional craftsmanship. The initiative supports efforts to provide jobs and empower the makers to grow as skilled professionals.
SEASONAL GLOW-UP
Emma Gurner of interior design studio Folds Inside has brought out a striking new tonal pairing as part of her successful Colour Contrasts lighting collaboration with Houseof. Her latest Pleat range of pendants, wall lights and floor lamps features painted steel shades in an origami-esque folded design that nods to retro styling, combining deep burgundy and muted lilac to dazzling effect. Balancing looks and functionality, they would look just as good in a smart kitchen as in a maximalist bedroom.
STRIPES TO SINK INTO
Sophie Conran’s latest collaboration with John Lewis is as stylish as you’d expect from the designer, whose eye for modern classics translates into the invitingly comfortable Cocobella range of seating. The sofas and armchairs make a joyful statement with their bold stripes in a choice of bright red, nautical blues and goes-with-everything spring green. And yes, the range comes in versatile plains too, but, as Sophie notes, ‘Pattern can bring so much joy to the home!’ Handmade in Lancashire using organic cotton woven in Yorkshire, the luxuriously deep seating is filled with plant-based foam and enclosed in washable loose covers.
BOUTIQUE HOTEL VIBES
Proving that luxurious design doesn’t have to entail spending a fortune, Kelly Hoppen brings her ultra-chic aesthetic to the high street with an accessible homeware collection for M&S. Expect to see the designer’s signature panelled detailing and modern geometrics show up throughout the 75-piece edit, which includes sumptuous bedlinen, throws and cushions along with accessories such as vases, candleholders and lighting. Featuring sculptural forms, contrasting textures and oversized elements, the range is underpinned by a sophisticated neutral palette.
DRESS UP YOUR WINDOWS
Hillarys x Poodle & Blonde is a partnership made in print heaven, allowing just about any window to be transformed into a stylish focal point. The retro charm and playfulness of Poodle & Blonde’s designs have found their way into many a high-profile interior, including Soho House, Crate & Barrel and London-based design hotel Mama Shelter. The range comprises 26 signature prints, inspired by designer Whinnie Williams’ love for nostalgia and Americana, and is available in made-to-measure curtains, Roman blinds and cushion covers.
BACK TO BLACK
It might be a wardrobe staple, but black can be daunting for interiors. Look to the meeting of minds that is lipstick brand M.A.C and paint pioneers Lick, whose limited-edition jet-black paint was created to suit multiple decorating styles. Use sparingly to accentuate stairs, or elongate a room with stripes, advises Tash Bradley, colour psychologist at Lick. Or go for colour-drenching impact in a north-facing room: black absorbs the shadows, helping to create a calm environment.
SHINING A LIGHT ON HERITAGE PRINTS
The timeless charm of William Morris’s intricate patterns works its nostalgic magic in traditional homes and brings an elegant touch to modern interiors. Thanks to Pooky, these designs shine on in a wide array of shades and styles (more than 90 shades in total, with prices from £33). The latest additions to the range include Wallflower, Borage and Bower, plus Rambling Rose; four archival Morris & Co fabric prints, each in a selection of colourways. The originals were discovered in the home of Morris’s great friend and fellow creative Emery Walker.
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