Hannah says : “ It ’ s been a dream to work with Emily , Michael , and Xochi on the interior accommodation at The Collective at Woolsery . Knowing their eccentric and theatrical style from incredible projects such as The Battery in San Francisco , I was inspired to create something that would be narrative driven . The high-end finishes and attention to detail really set the tone for my team with each building .”
The collaboration truly comes alive through Emily Harmon ’ s detailed briefs , akin to scripts , which meticulously outline the theme and style for each room . The synergy between New Heritage Design and Emily allowed for the creation of mood boards that seamlessly stitched together the narrative .
“ We collaborated on our visions , often participating in ‘ workshop days ’ sifting through fabrics and prints which was exciting but also gratifying ,” added Hannah .
“ Rich fabric textures and contrasting colours amplify the crossover in aesthetics which was such a key design element within the project ,” says Emily .
A defining aspect of The Collective at Woolsery is the amalgamation of vintage wallpapers , prints and heritage fabrics reimagined in a contemporary manner , evoking nostalgia while remaining cutting-edge . This approach exemplifies the ability to preserve the past while crafting a fresh and modern experience for residents and visitors alike .
Whiteworks supplied hand painted designs printed onto wallpapers . Suzanna Whitework discovered her grandmother ’ s portfolio of 1940 ’ s designs which inspired the creation of the Jet Collection ( named after Joan Evelyn Thomson 1914-1993 ). www . whiteworksgroup . co . uk
Art holds a special place in their hearts , which inspired the curation of an exquisite collection of art pieces with an emphasis on supporting emerging artists discovered at art fairs in and around London . Trawling vintage antique markets such as ‘ Alfie ’ s Antique Market ’ in North London helped the pair source incredible vintage finds that have been carefully restored and harmonise seamlessly with modern elements such as the opulent soft furnishings .
Old Smithy Photos : Adam Lynk
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