LIVING ROOM INSPIRATION
Now we are into the autumn months, many of us will be retreating to our liv ing rooms, instead of the outdoor spaces, to while away the evenings – and even more so as we get closer to winter. It is at this time of the year when we focus on and start to make a few tweaks to this key living area of the home. From entertaining to some self-indulgent movie watching, this room needs to be inviting, comfortable and practical. Adding personality and your own artistic flair is essential, with layout and functionality being equally as im portant. Textiles such as rugs, cushions and curtains are a great way to add cosiness and a splash of creative expression. Choosing suitable seating solutions that fit the space is a good place to start. Invest wisely in a good sofa and armchairs and they should last you for years. Pouffes not only serve as footstools but they are also great for adding extra seating when unexpected guests come by, and depending on their shape they can also make handy side tables. Ensure you have adequate resting areas for drinks, table lamps and electronic devices so that every one is seated comfortably and there is no need to get up every time they need to place something on a table. Keeping clutter to a minimum provides a calming feel to theroom and take advantage of natural entrance ways and windows with heavy furniture is obviously a no-no. So ensure there is plenty of space for people to walk around the room and allow natural sunlight where possible, to maintain the room airy and light during the day. Here are some ideas to inspire you…
The LC2 seating system by Cassina features a metal frame around the outside of the seat, giving a unique industrial look. It is shown here with their LC10 square coffee table, which features a top tex tured or tinted in thermoformed glass and painted in numerous colours from the Le Corbusier palette. Cassi na is available through Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía ( www.siestainteriordesign.com) .
The Cloud sofa from Ger vasoni’s Nuvola collec tion is heavily padded for extra comfort so you sink into it when sitting down. It is shown here with their three-legged Gray coffee table and iconic Brass pen dant lamps. Gervasoni is available from Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) .
The Ile Club sofa from Living Di vani was designed by Piero Lis soni. It has a thin metal frame as its base, making the sofa appear like it is floating and adding a lightness to its aes thetic. Living Divani is available through through Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu).
ICONIC SEATING
In July this year at Nomad Capri, Draga & Aurel together with the Rossana Orlandi Gallery presented Coralia, a project inspired by the magical island of Ca pri and the infinite colour tones of the sea. The design tells a playful and vibrant story that combines art and design, in which the transparent coloured flowing resin, illuminated by neon lights, is juxtaposed with the sol idness of raw concrete treated with sea salt and Rag mate-salvaged hand-knotted fabrics that represent marine fauna. Shown here is their Rive armchair and Golia side table (www.draga-aurel.com) .
Pebble Rubble, by the Swedish design duo Sofia Lagerkvist and Anna Lindgren of Front Design for Moroso, offers a wonderful sensory experience. Its eye-catching appearance, inspired by nature and or ganic shapes, complements the comfortable seating system. Moroso is available through Acoola in Polígono Industrial San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) and Siesta Interior Design in Centro Plaza, Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com).
The Lotus sofa, by Manzoni & Tapinassi for Arketipo, features a soft contour and low back with a distinctive metal frame that wraps around its middle. The Lotus really makes a statement, offering superlative comfort and style for any living space. Arketipo is available through Siesta Interior Design situated in Centro Plaza in Nueva
Andalucía Interior Design in Avda. del Mediterráneo, San Pedro de Alcántara (www.alisonbethellcollins.com) , and Acoola in Polígono Industrial San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) .
(www.siestainteriordesign.com), Alison Bethell-Collins
ARMCHAIR IDEAS
Artwood’s Jade nubuck leather swivel chair offers padded seating that makes a distinguished statement. Artwood is avail able through Factory 58 in Avda. de Mare Nostrum 3, La Cala de Mijas (www.factory58.com) , and Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) .
Verzelloni’s Zoe collection offers casual armchair lounging with a matching pouffe. The upholstery comes in a wide range of materials for both indoor and outdoor use. Verzelloni is available through GC Studio in Centro Comercial Camoján Corner in Marbella (www.gc-studio.es) , Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com) and Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) .
The Flamingo lounge chair from Sybartum is made from strips of rattan, and its imperfections are what give this unique model its distinctive character. The Sybartum showroom is located on the Mijas Road or you can buy online at www.sybartum.com .
