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Welcoming Spring.As the light lengthens and the air softens, we return to Biscayne Pink not as a trend, but as a signatu...
01/09/2026

Welcoming Spring.

As the light lengthens and the air softens, we return to Biscayne Pink not as a trend, but as a signature, our way of marking the turn of the season with intention rather than noise. This powder pink carries warmth without excess, femininity without fragility. It’s the kind of colour that changes a room’s temperature both visually and emotionally.

A gentle shift in season, and a reminder of the transformative power of colour.

29/08/2026

The landscape at Combe Martin is entering a new chapter, with L A G U N A P O O L S officially breaking ground on the pool.

Conceived to read more as a water feature within the landscape than a traditional swimming pool, its placement, proportions and materiality have all been carefully considered to allow it to sit quietly within the garden.

Working closely with PLUME STUDIO the design takes its cues from the home’s Interwar architecture, a period in which gardens were increasingly conceived as spaces in their own right. The landscape has been designed to soften the architecture, creating a gentler transition between the home and surrounding garden.

A significant milestone on site, and an exciting glimpse of what’s to come.

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The design team had the incredible opportunity to step out of the studio and into the hot shop last Saturday, after bein...
28/08/2026

The design team had the incredible opportunity to step out of the studio and into the hot shop last Saturday, after being kindly invited by Leisa Wharington to take part in a hot glass workshop at The Studio & Co. with the talented Danielle.

We have long admired Leisa’s creativity and craftsmanship, and learning firsthand about the skill, precision and patience behind the art of glassblowing gave us an entirely new appreciation for the process.

From understanding how molten glass moves and responds, to shaping our own pieces, it was such a special experience to learn more about a craft where material, technique and creativity are so closely intertwined.

A wonderful Saturday spent learning, experimenting and gaining an even deeper appreciation for this incredible craft.

We were also fortunate to view Elana Zhao’s Elena Zhao current exhibition at The Studio & Co. which was a beautiful addition to a day centred around creativity and craft.

Thank you Leisa Wharington for the generous invitation, and to Danielle and The Studio & Co. for such a memorable experience. 🤍

27/08/2026

COMBE MARTIN | The pool story.

There is something incredibly exciting about watching a design that has lived in your mind and on paper begin to take physical form.

The pool at Combe Martin has been considered as much more than a place to swim. From the outset, we worked closely with PLUME STUDIO to develop the pool design and vision, considering its form, proportion, materiality and the way it would sit within the surrounding landscape.

Now, that vision is beginning to take shape. L A G U N A P O O L S is bringing the pool to life, while Wilmark Landscape Construction will build the garden conceived by Plume, allowing each element to settle naturally into the landscape around it.

There is so much thought behind what will eventually feel effortless. Every line, level, material and transition has been carefully considered, and over the coming weeks I’m looking forward to sharing more of that story.

For now, the dig is underway, and it is incredibly rewarding to see the first signs of something we have imagined for so long becoming real.

Not every week makes it into the feed. Most days move too fast to document, and honestly, that’s how it should be. But e...
26/08/2026

Not every week makes it into the feed. Most days move too fast to document, and honestly, that’s how it should be. But every so often, some things are worth pausing for, a detail, a finished piece, a moment mid-process that says more than a polished shot ever could. This is a handful of those, gathered from recent weeks at KWD.

We had the pleasure of supporting the wonderful owners of this Mount Eliza home, via our KWD&Co. Access program, our exp...
21/08/2026

We had the pleasure of supporting the wonderful owners of this Mount Eliza home, via our KWD&Co. Access program, our express online design service.

Our sessions focused on guiding design decisions pertaining to space planning, joinery design and materiality that helped elevate the interiors of this very special home.

I am always astounded at the profound impact that providing solid design advice can have on the uplift of a property. Particularly when trusting clients execute with precision.

It’s always particularly notable when a client relationship continues beyond the design process. We are delighted to showcase this home which is now for sale.

7 Barton Drive,
Mount Eliza

ON THE DRAWING BOARDAn exciting new Mediterranean inspired home. The brain child of KWD, .studioarchitects and .Breaking...
20/08/2026

ON THE DRAWING BOARD

An exciting new Mediterranean inspired home. The brain child of KWD, .studioarchitects and .

Breaking ground soon.

BROADWICK SOHO | Winter reflections.Winter has a way of reminding me of the places that changed the way I think about de...
08/08/2026

BROADWICK SOHO | Winter reflections.

Winter has a way of reminding me of the places that changed the way I think about design.

This year, while in London, I spent a few days at Broadwick Soho. I left with pages of notes, countless photographs and a renewed appreciation for interiors that are unapologetically expressive.

Some places inspire because they’re beautiful. Others inspire because they challenge the way you see.

Designed by Martin Brudnizki, Broadwick Soho is layered with confidence. Colour, pattern, lacquer, upholstery and beautifully crafted details coexist effortlessly, creating interiors that feel joyful, immersive and deeply considered.

It reinforced something I often return to in my own work. Maximalism isn’t about adding more. It’s about ensuring every layer has purpose, every detail contributes to the whole and every decision creates feeling.

But what stayed with me most wasn’t just the interiors. It was the experience.

From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed by Sherwin, Broadwick Soho’s doorman, whose warmth and professionalism set the tone for our stay. Impeccably dressed and quietly attentive, he embodied everything Broadwick Soho represents, making every guest feel genuinely cared for without ever overstepping.

That same level of consideration extended throughout the hotel. The service felt intentional, the food was exceptional and every interaction reflected the same attention to detail as the interiors.

As designers, we often speak about creating homes that make people feel something. Broadwick Soho was a reminder that memorable design extends beyond what we see. It lives in the atmosphere, craftsmanship, rituals and the people who quietly shape the experience.

Travelling isn’t about collecting ideas to replicate. It’s about broadening your perspective and refining your eye, and of course, coming home full of inspiration and energy to incorporate not only into your designs, but into your lives.

ON THE DRAWING BOARDEvery considered interior begins long before construction.Good design isn’t defined by the materials...
06/08/2026

ON THE DRAWING BOARD

Every considered interior begins long before construction.

Good design isn’t defined by the materials you select, but by the relationships between them.

A stone can feel entirely different depending on the timber beside it, the light that falls across it and the architecture that frames it. That’s why we spend so much time refining before anything is specified.

At this stage, no decision is made in isolation. Floor plans are challenged, materials are layered, furniture is refined and every decision is rigorously tested against the overall design vision. It’s a process that requires restraint as much as creativity, ensuring each element contributes to the experience of the finished home.

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