SOPHIE VAN WINDEN OF DESIGN STUDIO OWL ON THE BRANDS SHE SHOPS TO BRING THE WALLS OF HER PROJECTS TO LIFE
FEATURE ELLEN FINCH
THE NATURAL FURNITURE COMPANY
Many are aware of the use of cork for flooring, but it also makes a great wall covering. It’s a highly sustainable material and has a bunch of health benefits, too – it ’s moisture resistant, dust resistant, sound and heat insulating, very durable and the harvesting of cork actually reduces greenhouse gases. What’s not to love? We like The Natural Furniture Company, and also Portugaliacork.
ARTE
We are very big fans of Arte and have used its pieces in various projects. We especially love its 3D and textured designs; they add a richness and depth to aroom that is really unique.
HOUSE OF HACKNEY
Even though you think you might know what House of Hackney has to offer in the way of wallpaper, its products take on awhole new lease of life at its enchanting f lagship store at St Michael’s in London. Each room is like a magical new world –it’s definitely worth avisit.
NAT MAKS
We first set our eyes on Natascha’s papers while she was busy doing a live demonstration at Surface Design Show one year and we were awe-inspired by her technique and colour palette. Using the art form of suminagashi, a chic Japanese paper marbling technique, she creates beautiful one-off creations that are like a work
