Moroso @ imm cologne, Germany.

Honestly, I don’t know what to say about Moroso. Everything they release I want. Not that would have my flat or any other project totally styled with it, as for me a space should be a mélange of objects, colours and smells, but there is no “thing” without the “uau” factor. Enjoy the images as much as I do and let me know what Moroso transmits to you.

Relaxed vibe - it's exactly what Moroso transmits to me.

Fergana by Patricia Urquiola (one of the world designers I would love to work with).

I would love to see these tables piled up with books.

“A major new product for the contract range is by Gordon Guillaumier.”

“FreeFlow's elegant curves form a modular upholstered seating range designed principally for large spaces. Its straight and curved elements permit great flexibility in creating seating arrangements for waiting rooms, relaxation areas or dining rooms.”

If you’re looking for FreeFlow, contact European Design Centre at the Contract Sales Department.

Cappellini @ imm cologne, Germany.

There are brands in the furniture market that I believe everyone finds something to relate to. Cappellini is one of them. Whether is colour, form or materials there’s always something we would like to have in that space, space within space or other space. Enjoy the celebration of colour and form, because function at Cappellini has a different meaning.

A chair is a chair. Its function is to settle down whomever needs to be settle down (is this proper English?). For me what makes a chair standing out from each other is its aesthetics. This one in particular shouted out laud to me “have a seat” – and I did. It’s so comfortable, inviting and (of course) so stylish that now it’s on my furniture wishing list.
A spatial design tip if I may: this is the right chair to have in cold spaces like the dentist waiting room, by the accountant desk or maybe in the attorneys meeting room.

This is another example of great design. I can assure you that this is a super comfortable chair, designed by Nendo (one of my favorite architecture and design practice in the world).

Triple Style It @ imm Cologne, Germany.

A few years ago it was quite trendy to have the same item repeated twice: two console tables against the wall, two lamps on the same corner and sometimes two rugs around the same sofa. At imm it was quite visible a few high-end brands treble the same object on the same spot. On the following 3 articles you can see orange as the centre colour as well as 3 armchairs, 3 floor lamps and 3 ceiling lamp. Have you used the same technique lately?

Cassina @ imm Cologne, Germany.

Cassina's display was all about this massive floating sofa. Quite severe lines, yet very charming. Unfortunately I don’t have many more photos as my camera's battery died and I had to photograph with my mobile.

I find this photo so powerful - straight light lines, dark round shapes...

Dark walls have been the signature for almost all chic and timeless furniture brands. I wonder what’s going to be presented in April at the Milan fair.


Apparently orange’s having a comeback. Check Colour Me Happy for more insight on it.

You can find the brand at European Design Centre in London.

Poltrona Frau @ imm Cologne, Germany.

Poltrona Frau had one of the smallest spaces at imm as far as my memory recalls. Nevertheless it was a very inviting space, as their design is always very classy with a contemporary touch.


Orange - symbol of heath and wealth.


The “buttons sofa” is that icon everyone should have at home – living room, home office, walking closet, hall or even in a nice white French style bathroom. It’s indeed on my wishing list for many many years. It’s like the Birkini by Hermès - a must have classic.

Gervasoni @ imm Cologne, Germany.

Gervasoni’s collection presented at imm was pretty well designed – sophisticated and timeless yet relaxed. Even though dark colours like black and chocolate brown are part of the colour scheme it looked quite summery. The orange really brighten it up and the handwoven giant calamus gives that chic touch any space in the French Riviera or a balcony in Venice would shout for.

These consistent white touches all over the space balance so nicely this style.

The oversize knitting footstools and shelter look alike walls really created a nice environment.

No doubts this is the right furniture to have in a second house, and I’m not sure if because of the colours or scenario, it would look perfect either by the sea or even on the mountain.



The eclectic set of chairs marries very well the relaxed style approach.




This chair is such a reference to me. Quite popular design in the 70's back in Portugal: I remember to seat (very often) in, what we used to call, the yellow cone, as it was painted in bright yellow.

European Design Centre represents Gervasoni Contract in case you are planning to include it in one of your interior design projects.

Minotti @ imm Cologne, Germany.

Last Friday I had the pleasure and opportunity to visit imm in Cologne for a couple of days. Interesting fair to visit, though I have to say I was expecting to see many other bigger names in there.
Nevertheless there are a few furniture brands I would like to outline for their elegance, colour and design concept.

Starting with Minotti, as it is one of my high-end favorite brands.


The most beautiful, elegant and very delicate display was by Minotti. Dark walls outlining the sofas design, leathers looking as they are silk, colour details, reflective surfaces and beautiful shiny lacquers. Hope you like what you see.









This table is so elegant. It is as if the glass is floating.



Detail. Detail. Detail. It is all about elegant details.

The way the surrounds reflect on the shinny surfaces is just beautiful.

Perfect sofa layout for your home cinema.




See you in Milan.

Visit Minotti London at Margaret Street – you’re going to definitely love it.

Corners Within.

First time I saw Rae’s jewellery I was asked “to read it”. I felt in love with it straight away. It’s engaging, very aesthetic and it really makes me think. It’s as if I am carrying around and exposing a physical and secret space. A space where I belong to.

I am a spatial person and a jewellery lover, so having both in one is a simple perfect catch(and match). I think it tells a lot about ourselves, just like the house we live in. And now you might be wondering why I am posting jewellery on my blog, when it’s actually about spaces, spaces within spaces and other spaces. The truth is that this is a space only in a different scale.





Rae Mearkle’s jewellery has been described as “exploring the nether world in plain sight”. Each corner is its own little world.

With the manipulation of the wearer’s placement and the functional orientation, Rae’s corner’s fulfil her intention of them being and denoting a space within and of the heart and all that that implies.

Texture, finish and contrast, along with embellishments such as cracks or the absence of the crux of the corner attempt to connote a feeling or a state of feeling personal to the wearer.

Each corner is its own little world. It is the artist’s hope that the wearer owns the piece transcending the artist’s contribution.

Rae and I have been discussing a possible partnership, as I am very interested in designing furniture with this concept and aesthetics. I hope we will come up with an interesting project together.


Statement of self –
Jewellery is tied to our beings. We use it to express our inner most desires and feelings.
I like to explore the format of jewellery, taking advantage of thousands of years of humanity’s urge to adorn and display something to each other.
Each piece I make is a different interpretation of the human psyche as it relates to the heart and soul and the outward display of these aspects -- how the inside might or might not mirror the outside.
Viewer/wearer interpretation of my intention is an important aspect of my work. I want and ask for feedback from all collectors/ viewers and wish for a further responsive relationship with the collector and the reactions they receive once the work is theirs.

Contact Info-
Rae Mearkle
Email: earmear(at)gmail(dot)com
For commissions and/or bespoke pieces, please contact the artist.

Jewellery work exhibited and being exhibited –
ILRC Commercial Road
‘Pause’ MA by Project Degree Show
Birmingham Art Gallery and Museum

A must have book: "Species of Spaces and Other Pieces" by Georges Perec

PS – My favorite brooches are on display in the exhibition in Birmingham. As soon as they’re released I’ll post another article.

Richard Wilson’s 20:50 Installation @ The Saatchi Gallery.

For long time I’ve been looking forward to seeing this installation. I read about it years ago, but because the Saatchi Gallery was being relocated, the installation was not available to the public eye. Finally we can enjoy every drop of it.

Richard Wilson was born in Islington, London in 1953.

20:50 was first created in 1987.

"The gallery is filled to waist height with recycled engine oil, from which the piece takes its name. A walkway leads from a single entrance, leading the viewer into the space until they are surrounded by oil on all sides."

“The work is very well travelled and has been re-created in Japan, America and Australia, among other places.”

"The central idea finally came to me after weeks beside a swimming pool, during a holiday in the Algarve. I was due to make a new piece for Matt's Gallery in the east end of London when I returned, and over the weeks I became increasingly fascinated with the horizontal surface of the pool. One day it hit me, and I thought: "I know - I'll flood the place."”

If you're in London, or planning to be, save a date and go there. It's worth every moment of it.

Some of these photos captions are part of Richard Wilson’s story. Click here to read everything.

Please click on each picture to enlarge.

Other Art Installations.
Space By Richard Serra.
Wallpaper* Chair Arch 1.
Wallpaper* Chair Arch 2.
Inspired By Light Installations.