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So much more than simply a functional surface to eat off, the plate is having a moment. From an exquisite invitation to an artistic nod to ancient mythology and a pioneering way to protect the craft of pottery, here are three examples of trailblazing tableware that we just love

There’s nothing expected or dull about this Parisian apartment, whose design takes risks by mixing references with studied panache

This apartment in Milan was transformed into an innovative home filled with bespoke details and unconventional charm

In a former church hall, opulent finishes and a love of pink are grounded by tactile, sustainable choices

Functional but with more than a touch of luxe, this updated Sixties home offers just the space and flow one family needs for themselves and their treasured collections of art, accessories and furniture

The only way this home’s owners could handle living on Park Avenue was by getting their designers to create a Scandinavian-style apartment in New York