As well as being a natural, durable and highly recyclable material, little can compete with the magic that glass can offer visually. The art form … Read More ›
Antonia Edwards
Antonia is the founding editor of Upcyclist. Based in the UK, she is the author of two books: 'Upcyclist: Reclaimed and Remade Furniture, Lighting and Interiors' (Prestel 2015) and 'Renovate Innovate: Reclaimed and Upcycled Homes' (Prestel 2017).
When it comes to Scandi design, natural branches and foliage are Christmas decor staples. To create a focal point, a few foraged branches and sprays … Read More ›
It’s somewhat ironic that Naomi Paul‘s beautiful lighting brand began with a uni project that involved deliberately making something ‘badly’. Fast forward to today and … Read More ›
The rate at which we produce and throw away clothes is leading to inconceivable amounts of textile waste. You might imagine that any clothes the … Read More ›
Stripes, velvet or digital print? Reupholstery of a tired old chair, stool or sofa could make some big changes to your interior. Alongside the environmental … Read More ›
Will you be facing your fear of the dark, this Halloween…? To some, the idea of painting a room black is somewhat horrifying, but if you … Read More ›
Once you discover the Danish art of hygge, you might even look forward to the onset of winter. Although it has no direct translation, hygge … Read More ›
Found objects and materials have long been the medium of choice for famous artists and makers since the 20th-century – Picasso’s Bull’s Head (1942) and … Read More ›
One of my favourites from London Design Fair was a collection of furniture that immediately stood apart for its elegant and distinctive graphic aesthetic. The … Read More ›
London Design Festival highlighted a number of designers and makers who are breaking new ground with mindfully sourced materials and more sustainable production. One of … Read More ›
Lighting in the 21st-century can be made from all kinds of repurposed ephemera – and I’m not just talking mason jars… From spectacles to drinking … Read More ›