Sambhali Trust – Part I
One of the great joys of our job is the travel, and in particular to incredible India. It is here, like so many other traveler’s – that we see the best & worst of humanity, side by side, each and every day & often in very confronting ways. We have been looking for some time … Read more
Indian Shipment in store…
Finally our Indian shipment is in store…here are a few quick pics for inspiration – its hard not to love India, the crumbling architecture, the chaos and colour, the smells, “the best worst” – its a fun collection ~ If you are in Sydney tomorrow (21st Feb)come in for a wander through – we will … Read more
a Paris post…
Just back from a very quick trip to Paris – i posted a number of pics along the way via instagram but was too busy walking, talking & taking photos to do a post! I spent some very long days at Maison & Objet , always good to see what’s new, and the strong trends … Read more
a few favourite things…
So enjoyed seeing the store with fresh eyes after a few weeks away, such a nice reminder of how lucky we are to work & play amongst such a beautiful space…it’s always good to buy pieces that you love, even small things – take time and care to display them and you will surprised at … Read more
Merry Xmas, Happy Holidays….
Wishing you all a safe & healthy christmas & a happy new year wherever you are!! Hope you have escaped (like us) to your favourite spot on the coast…..
a few french finds…
It can be fun buying antiques, especially in France where there are many eccentric and quirky dealers living the dream all over the country side! We see lots of things that we love and many things that we don’t… & then there are other ‘interesting’ finds that bring a smile to my face but i … Read more
On the road India style…part I
Everyday here is so busy and so full of life, yet strangely it feels like time slows down…. the colour, the crazy modes of transport, children in impossibly pressed school uniforms walk alongside scruffy street urchins seeking an existence. India, the best and worst of all that there is. A great find, a shiny new … Read more
Spring, colour & Indian inspiration…
We wanted to shine the light on some of our beautiful pieces from India as we think about heading there in the coming months… The inspiration for the Spring window was the lovely teak antique swing seat, perfect for wiling away a few afternoons as the days gradually become warmer…& a small collection of terracotta pots made in … Read more
Ode to paris
Fleetingly we arrive in Paris, our schedule is busy but it is difficult not to be delighted just to be here. We are blessed with beautiful weather and the Parisians are so happy that summer has arrived in time for the Paris Plages – where the banks of the Seine are dressed with sand…. We … Read more
Interior heaven…..
Over time i have noticed that the interiors i am drawn to & that i love are most often designed or owned by antique dealers. It is the texture and scale and what feels like personal details that are imparted into the space ~ my latest swoon was Richard Shapiros’ Malibu Beach house recently featured … Read more
