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An amazing week of inspiration, connection and creativity.
We’re happy to share some of our highlights from the week and a special message from founders, Monique & Staffan Tollgård. We’ve loved sharing our Italian showcase and collaborations with Porada and The Refined Workshop London.
Thank you to the Design Centre Chelsea Harbour for all their hard work in bringing our community together again, our brand partners for helping us create this showcase of great design and to all our visitors at the showroom.
FOCUS/21 Tollgard’s Love of Italy
It’s not too late to explore our showcase of Italian contemporary craft pieces, click on the link below to explore the full list of Italian pieces on display.
Discover Tollgard's Italian Showcase
Tollgård & Castellani for Porada
In a meeting of Swedish and Italian minds, Staffan Tollgård and Filippo Castellani discussed the inspiration behind their latest collection for Porada on Wednesday afternoon featuring the Ekero rack, mirror and coffee table along with Lagom poufs.
Making the impossible possible: The Wave Collection
Exploring the gravitational attraction of objects around us, Charlotte Abrahams hosted a virtual discussion with Staffan Tollgard alongside Jessica Barrington & Simon Brown from The Refined Workshop to explore the story behind this collaboration.
CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE PANEL DISCUSSION
Discover more about The Refined Workshop + Tollgard on the link below.
The Refined Workshop + Tollgard
If you have any questions regarding the items on display for FOCUS/21, please get in touch with our showroom team, they would be delighted to help you.
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The Impossible. Made Possible.
Introducing The Wave Collection
GRAVITY. A defiant force of nature, driving objects of mass together. This natural phenomenon serves as the inspiration behind Tollgard’s first collection of functional sculptures for The Refined Workshop. Exploring the gravitational attraction of objects around us, designers Staffan Tollgård and Filippo Castellani were moved to reinterpret convention and push the limits of material traditions.
Discover the impossible in person at The May Fair Hotel
Following a successful preview of the artist proof console in Slovenian stone at FOCUS/21, the Wave Collection has officially launched. A curated exhibition of first edition pieces from the collection takes pride in place in the expansive windows of The May Fair Hotel, London.
Wednesday 13th – Friday 5th November
The May Fair Hotel
Stratton Street, Mayfair, London W1J 8LT
10 am – 6 pm
Please drop by at your earliest convenience — we would be happy to welcome you. For sales enquiries, please contact erik@tollgard.com
A juxtaposition of soft curves and inherent strength, The Wave Collection highlights the importance of every surface within a design. These masterpieces bring intrigue to an otherwise overlooked surface – the underside of the tabletop – and are as much about what is absent as what is present. Seamlessly slotting together, the top gently rests on a graduated elliptical base. This collection achieves extraordinary complexity with apparent simplicity.
Beneath the surface of the design lies another story of history and power expressed in the stone itself. Grand Antique, a monochromatic beauty, rich in contrast and character, roots the provenance of these pieces back to the ancient Romans. Formed over millions of years in the valley of the River Lez, in the Ariege region of France, this is the most precious marble in the Pyrenees. From the Roman to the Byzantine Empires, this quarry and its coveted stone have adorned palaces through the centuries.
The Wave Console
The Wave console table expresses an elegant form, impeccably carved into being with one of the most prized natural stones in the world. A masterly combination of great design, authentic craftsmanship and innovative engineering.
The Wave Bench
The Wave bench sits at the nexus of functional sculpture, inviting physical engagement with a piece of art engineered from one of the most striking and fascinating natural stones in the world.
The Wave Collection Brochure
To explore the story of the collaboration in more detail along with all of the items from the collection, please click on the link below to download the Wave Collection brochure.
Click here to discover the Wave Collection Brochure
The perfect opportunity to connect, converse and discover a wealth of inspiration.
FOCUS/21 is here! We have an exciting collection of Italian contemporary craft pieces to share with you alongside a series of engaging talks discussing upcoming product collaborations.
FOCUS/21 PROGRAMME
Tollgard’s Love of Italy
Staffan & Monique Tollgård describe their love of Italy as more of an obsession; join them at the Tollgard showroom to explore a showcase of Italian masters, featuring contemporary works from the likes of Ceccotti Collezioni, Tacchini, De Castelli, Giorgetti, Cattelan Italia and Molteni & C.
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Monday 20th September
Tollgard & Ceccotti showrooms
First Floor, Centre Dome
Featured items include:
Ceccotti Collezioni – Designed by Jamie Hayon
- T-Bone Armchair: Dimensions: 78 x 80 x 83cm,
Finish: American Walnut Iris Oil, Shellac Wood, limited edition fabric - Árbol: Dimensions: 66 x 55cm, Finish: American Walnut Iris Oil, Shellac Wood
Giorgetti
- Drive Sofa: Dimensions: 278 x 101 x 78cm,
Finish: 2W, Noce Grigio, Pella Plus Perla & 199 Tinto 10611/975 Titan - Bicolette Chair: Dimensions: 50 x 57 x 83cm,
Finish: 100 Pelle Plus Perla & 222 coco 6167/007 silver - Galet Daybed: Dimensions: 168 x 91 x 65cm, Finish: 2R & 218 Valentino 01 cendr
- Galet Coffee Tables: Dimensions: 90 x 60 x 40cm & 135 x 100 x 35cm, Finishes: 4E, Marble Calacatta & 100 Pelle Plus Perla & 4B, Marmo Zebrino & 100 Pelle Plus Perla
- Ion Writing Desk: Dimensions: 150 x 60.5 x 78cm, Finishes: 2W, Noce Grigio & Saddle Leather Mud Green
- Genius Executive Wing Chair: Dimensions: 72 x 76 x 124-133cm,
Finish: 221 Anilina Sense 4305 Ardesia - Eos side table: Dimensions: 50 x 56 x 67cm, Finish: 2W & Noce Grigio
- Magica Side Table: Dimensions: 46 x 41cm, Finish: 2Z Pelle 9110 Grigio
- Topaze Pouf 91: Dimensions: 72 x 76 x 124-133cm, Finish: Penny Laguna CAT C Fabric
- Eos: Dimensions: 50 x 40 x 59cm, Finish: Maple or walnut canaletto veneer
- Tumbler: Dimensions: 62 x h 51cm
- Progetti armchair: Dimensions: 95 x 75 x 81cm, Finish: 91, Valentino Fyord 6807 CatE
Molteni & C
- Horizons Bar: Dimensions: 155 x 130 x 59cm,
Finish: Marble top and back – Calacatta Oro - Devon Barstool: Dimensions: 53 x 49 x 84cm, Finish: Frame in Grey Oak and upholstery in Leather Pandora PD525
- Octave Sofa: Dimensions: 346 x 178cm, Finish: Wood WD321 (Cat W) with 3x Back Cushions and 2x Back Support Cushion and Hide Leather Tray in Mud Green Hide Leather
- Gio Ponti D156.3 Chair: Dimensions: 71 x 97 x 88cm, Finish: Structure: Glossy Black Lacquer, Upholstery: Pelle, Luxor L1691 (Cat L)
- Gio Ponti D.151.4 Chair: Dimensions: 70 x 74 x 41cm, Finish: Web – W6278
- Alisee Side Table: Dimensions: 50 x 42cmcm, Finish: Structure in Pewter, Top in Silver Dune marble, Lower shelf in Eucalyptus
- Surf Side: Dimensions: 45 x 42 x 56cm, Finish: Structure finish: Pewter shelf finish: Anthracite matt lacquered, Marble counterweight finish: Black Marquina
- Louisa Coffee Tables: Dimensions: 40 x 50cm, 35 x 60cm, 30 x 12 x 80cm 70 x 74 x 41cm, Finishes: Brick Red Base and Brick Red top (cement), Pewter Base and Ash concrete top and Eucalyptus base and Eucalyptus top
- Touch Down Unit: Dimensions: 86 x 52 x 74-104cm, Finish: Champagne powder-coated metal structure provided with a device-charging panel. Plastic shell externally covered in dark brown natural leather with tone-on-tone stitching. Solid Canaletto walnut top
- Devon Dining Chair: Dimensions: 55 x 61 x 83cm, Finish: Frame in Eucalyptus and upholstery in Kameo K0591 (Cat K)
- Devon Small Table: Dimensions: 44 x 44 x 41cm, Finish: Frame in Eucalyptus and Top in Marble Silver Wave
De Castelli
- Celato: Dimensions: 75 x 40 x 82cm, Finish: Inner structure: natural birch
- Pandora: Dimensions: 48cmD x 52cm, Finish: Stainless steel Aisi 304 & DeLabré B
- Vertical Green: Dimensions & Finish available upon request
Tacchini
- Pigreco: Dimensions: 55 x 40 x 64cm, Finish: Walnut & Lippia 07
Pricing is available upon request.
Tollgård & Castellani for Porada
In a meeting of Swedish and Italian minds, Staffan Tollgård and Filippo Castellani discuss the inspiration behind their latest collection for Porada.
3:00pm – 5:00pm
Wednesday 22nd September
Porada showroom,
First Floor, South Dome
Making the impossible possible: The Wave Collection
Exploring the gravitational attraction of objects around us, Charlotte Abrahams discusses the Wave collection, a collaboration between Tollgard and The Refined Workshop.
4:00pm – 4:30pm
Thursday 23rd September
Virtual Programme
Click here to register for The Wave Collection talk
If you have any questions regarding the items on display for FOCUS/21 or the programme, please get in touch with our showroom team, they would be delighted to help you.
Navigate Your Way to Our Chelsea Harbour Showroom
Designed by Tollgard & Castellani,
this is a win for great furniture design.
We are excited to announce that the Ekero side table has been given design icon status at this year’s Livingetc Style Awards. A winner of the occasional furniture category, this classically timeless side table features an elegant marble base and smooth walnut top, two elements in perfect balance with each other.
Tollgard & Porada
The design partnership between Porada and Tollgard began with a shared love of great furniture design and a love of functional sculpture. As they approach each new collection, Staffan Tollgård & Filippo Castellani explore the balance of form and function within each piece, striving to create objects that capture the imagination.
Discover the story behind Ekero
Never has the outdoor room been so important.
The first steps of the path out of lockdown are straight into the garden: into al-fresco lunches, drinks by the fire-side, cozy dinners under some twinkling lights. At Tollgard we have ten garden heroes to help make your garden sing.
Meridiani’s Joi Open Air Dining Table & Tai Dining Chairs
Meridiani’s Open Air dining table collection has a beautiful iroko solid wood frame and concrete top: materials made for the outdoors. The outdoor dining tables come in a variety of shapes and sizes, with clean lines and a modern aesthetic. The wooden base and soft grey finish ensure these tables can blend organically into any outdoor living space.
The Tai Open Air Dining Chairs are the perfect pairing for the Joi Open Air Dining Table. The chairs are expertly crafted with polypropylene rope and supported by a painted aluminium frame. The minimalist colour scheme incorporates Chalk, Petrol, Elephant and Black: simple and sophisticated.
As a Studio, one of the larger gardens we’ve been let loose in is set in the centre of Amman, Jordan. The villa, conceived by Lebanese architect Raed Abimilla, is a striking contemporary monolith that uses local materials in unexpected formats. We created zones to dine, relax and entertain in the grounds, choosing pieces from our favourite suppliers to be true to the creative DNA of the interiors.
The softly woven backs of the Meridiani chairs are inviting yet robust. Meridiania are famous for the quality and breadth of their fabric choice, and their exterior offering lives up to this. A mix of benches and armchairs keep the arrangement laid back yet elegant. The long concrete table is sculptural enough to look beautiful even when not set for an alfresco lunch.
Heatsail by Piet Boon
“Piet Boon’s outdoor heater, Heatsail, is a sophisticated addition to any outdoor space. This unique product combines a lamp with an integrated heating system, increasing the comfort of outdoor living and extending the outdoor season.”
— Philip Howe, Tollgard Chelsea Harbour
Gandia Blasco’s Flat High chaise lounge
The Flat High chaise lounge is a stunning designer piece that combines thermo-lacquered aluminium sections in white, sand, anthracite and bronze with a 100% recyclable polyethylene sheet top. Gandia Blasco’s range of muted colours and textures ensures timeless practicality.
For contemporary settings we often turn to manufacturer Gandia Blasco. They are famous for their clean lines and crisp detailing. We tend to use a metal finish to add a little warmth to the mix.
We selected Gandia Blasco’s Flat High chaise lounge for our Quinta do Lago Villa project, as the view was so spectacular, we wanted to keep the outdoor arrangement very clean.
We discovered early in the design journey that our clients had a love of art and sculpture, and an appreciation of furniture as crafted, designed pieces. We wanted to carry this vision into the outdoor space, which is why Gandia Blasco’s Flat High chaise lounge was the perfect choice for this contemporary project. View the project here.
SOMA by Indigenus
No outdoor space is complete without Indigenus’ SOMA planter. Made in South Africa with vernacular materials, their unique rounded sculptural style make these planters a special addition to any outdoor or indoor space – whether filled with plants or not!
Byarums Bruk’s Waterloo Sofa
It is not often that you can reconfigure your sofa to choose your view. Byarums Bruk’s Waterloo Sofa makes this possible. With two fronts, you “can choose to turn towards the path or the view”. – Jesper Ståhl & Karl Malmvall, Byarums Bruk
"Our curation of residential spaces encourages us to see exterior spaces as extensions of these liveable, comfortable spaces in which to relax, connect with family and find things to do together. The choice of furniture, lighting and accessories is key to creating a view from the interior that draws the eye and soul outside.”
Monique TollgårdHead of Interior Design
Patio outdoor rug by Limited Edition
Outdoor rugs are growing in popularity and Limited Edition’s “Patio” version, has quickly become one of the cornerstones of its collection. This durable rug, available in a variety of neutral hues, can be used in a range of settings, as it comes with or without accent lines.
The Open Kitchen Range by Röshults
With outdoor kitchens quickly becoming the new “must have” summer accessory, Roshults offers maximum flexibility with its modular full service outdoor kitchen.
Ercole fire pit by AK47
AK47’s Ercole’s wood-burning decorative fire pit has a steel structural component and concrete element making this a distinctive focal point in any outdoor space.
The LARS sofa and coffee table by Piet Boon
Piet Boon’s LARS sofa combines comfort and practicality. Its robust and generously proportioned frame and lush cushions are paired with the clean lines of the LARS coffee table for effortless exterior elegance.
The Hoist outdoor lights by RBW
Hoist illuminates any outdoor living space perfectly. The shade is available in a variety of colours and diameters and can be wall-mounted. Extending Spring and Summer nights has never been easier.
Piet Boon in Tollgard Chelsea Harbour
We love the way the Piet Boon outdoor room in Tollgard Chelsea Harbour is coming together. The lounge area showcases the LARS series of sofa, coffee table and armchair. The dining table is the ANNE and is paired with the NIEKE dining chairs. Our Indigenus planters add some functional sculpture to this outdoor haven and are well-worth seeing in person. Come over to the green side!
Navigate Your Way to Our Chelsea Harbour Showroom
Our doors are open again! From Belgravia to the Design Centre Chelsea Harbour, welcome back.
As the magnolias and the cherry blossom bloom, the season feels like the start of something special. Looking down the river from Tollgard Belgravia to Tollgard Chelsea Harbour we feel a spring in our step and we can’t wait to welcome you in to see some beautiful new pieces from some great design houses. Let’s start with these future classics from Dutch powerhouse Piet Boon.
“The Kekke dining chairs were an investment piece in our home a few years ago. Every family dinner, every dinner party, every glass of wine after a long day at work … we love them more."
Staffan TollgårdFounder and Creative Director
To learn more about any of these Piet Boon pieces, or to know more about our Spring novelties, please contact our team of showroom specialists: Erik, Peter, Philip and Tania — they would be delighted to help you.
Grosvenor Waterside
Gatliff Road, London, SW1W 8QN
Erik Odell-Romanoff
+44 (0)20 7952 6070
info@tollgard.com
Ceccotti Showroom,
Design Centre Chelsea Harbour,
London, SW10 0XE
Peter Phan
+44 (0)20 8067 2123
london@ceccotticollezioni.com
Design Centre Chelsea Harbour,
London, SW10 0XE
Philip Howe/Tania Kalani
+44 (0)20 8067 2123
shop@tollgard.com
I am a self-confessed generalist — I think it’s one of the reasons I love being an entrepreneur. This means I love to work with specialists. People who are obsessed with one way of doing something; one material; one aesthetic.
We are so proud to bring Van Rossum into our stable of brands at Tollgard. Their way of working with natural oak allows this noble, understated material to sing. In a raw, less polished way that appeals to my Swedish sense of lagom (another story for another time). Welcome Van Rossum and we are so pleased to showcase your beautiful pieces in the Chelsea Harbour Showroom from the 12th April when we safely reopen.
A Sneak Peak
Kops Slim Round Table
A round wooden table in Van Rossum oak, with specialty end grain table top, beveled at the edges for extra slim-line elegance. The top rests on a handmade, powder-coated metal base of four curved legs. A floral arc and formal purity.
The table is available is all standard Van Rossum colors, click here to view the different wood finishes available for this piece. The steel legs come in four colors.
140 cm x 75 cm
Kops Round Table
Round wooden dining table in Van Rossum oak, with optional a specialty end grain table top and conical base in powder-coated steel. Decisive, with bold tonal contrasts.
Part of what makes this Netherlands-based brand so special, is that it sources the oak from the French National Forestry Service, from trees that are at least 50 years old. The natural classic beauty of the oak, paired with the more modern addition the of steel base, make the Kops Round Table a talking point for any home.
The Kops Round Table comes in a variety of different finishes. Please see the different options here.
119 cm x 75 cm
120 cm x 75 cm
Opium Oval Table
lavish table for dining, meeting, or display. Smooth forms and surface shimmer.
Van Rossum’s Opium Oval Table is a unique take on the ‘classic’ dining table. The collaboration of classic with the Van Rossum oak top, and contemporary with the satisfyingly chunky single brass legs. There is no doubt, this is a special piece for a special home.
The wooden top is available in all standard Van Rossum colors. Please view here. The detailing and base are available in stainless steel or four warm brass colors.
240 x 120 x 75 cm
280 x 120 x 75 cm
320 x 130 x 75 cm
Love of wood, closeness to nature, and exquisite craftsmanship are the hallmarks of Van Rossum. For over 40 years, they have designed and handmade solid and sustainable oak furniture from their workshop in the Netherlands. Each piece of Van Rossum furniture is handmade in their headquarters in Bergharen, the Netherlands.
Kops Oval Table
The Kops Oval Table is a substantial and exquisite addition to any kitchen or dining area. The large wooden oval table is carefully crafted in Van Rossum oak, with specialty end grain table top and a oak conical base mounted on a powder-coated metal plate.
The wood is available in all standard Van Rossum colors. Please view here.
245 x 133 x 76 cm
245 x 133 x 75 cm
Abi Bar Stool
Sit tall & sit soft with the new ABI bar stool by Christophe Delcourt. This fresh addition to the Van Rossum collection stands out for its gentle, rounded forms and ultra-supple leather. We are very pleased to be showing this stool and its siter the Abi chair in Tollgard Chelsea Harbour.
The wooden base is available in all standard Van Rossum colors. Please view here. To customise this beautiful piece and make it your own, choose from a broad selection of leather colors. Please view these here.
Abi Chair
A sumptuous XL version of the Abi chair with rounded frame in oak or walnut and back and seat in soft leather. Available in a variety of colors and color combinations. Generous luxury.
Staffan often says that dining needs to be practical, comfortable and inspire conversation. One of the reasons we love Van Rossum’s Abi Chair is because it’s a chair our clients can sink into at the end of a long day. Its subtle, elegant and practical, and will no doubt be a very popular product over the next couple of months.
The wood is available in all standard Van Rossum colors. To create your own bespoke solution, choose from a range of leather colors, see here.
Kitale Chair
This chair transitions seamlessly from desk to dining. In Van Rossum oak, with a generous back, you can choose between upholstered in leather, or a bespoke fabric finish.
The wood is available in all standard Van Rossum colors. Please view here. Choose from a selection of different leather colors. See the full variety here.
50 x 55 x 80 cm
Beam Console
This remarkably simple, yet impressively solid console, is a proud addition to any hallway or living area.
A minimal wooden console in Van Rossum’s statement oak, encased in an aesthetically pleasing, metal frame.
This console, much like other pieces in Van Rossum’s collection, is as functional as it is attractive. It can be used as a desk. Pair with the Kitale chair for the ultimate value-adding furnishings for your home.
The wood is available in all Van Rossum colors. Please view here.
120 x 35 x 75 cm
180 x 35 x 54 cm
Plot Cabinet
This generous storage cabinet stands proud, with five interior shelves and a lockable door. Its tall, sleek, and linear structure make this a statement piece.
This would be a wonderful addition to any working space, where storage and privacy is important.
The wood is available in Van Rossum colors. Please view here.
85 x 43 x 234 cm
"Van Rossum are specialists in their field. Passionate about working with quality timber that is responsibly sourced and aged, they create heirloom pieces to stand the test of time.”
Staffan TollgårdFounder and Creative Director
Our Chelsea Harbour Showroom is so proud to showcase these beautiful pieces from the 12th April when we reopen. Contact us for any more information
Spring has sprung and we are super excited about making space for some new pieces in our showrooms. Please help us find good homes for some exceptional pieces of design.
Ceccotti: Obi Dining Table
Our version of the Obi Dining Table is crafted in Ceccotti’s smouldering American brown walnut, with a glamorous veneered Ebony Macassar top that oozes elegance.
The unique design of this stunning piece, with its clean lines and Italian style, is a great example of the timeless elegance our clients like for their dining areas. The table’s legs flowing into the central bar, provides a contemporary and unexpected twist. This piece is certainly a showstopper for any dining area!
American Walnut Brown and Ebony Macassar Top
2200mm x 1100mm x 760mm
RRP: £17,640, Sale price: £4,995
"The Obi Dining Table has graced the Ceccotti Showroom with its classic proportions and elegance — it will be greatly missed. The table's gently tapered legs and curved, satisfyingly solid frame make this a truly functional piece of sculpture.”
Peter PhanCeccotti Showroom Manager
BassamFellows: Geometric Dining Table
“The Geometric collection from BassamFellows celebrates the sublimity of pure geometry. Pairing the slender steel legs and harmonious walnut top achieves the appearance of graceful weightlessness.”
— Philip Howe, Showroom Sales & Business Development
BassamFellows’ Geometric dining table marries the formal occasion of dining, with the practicality of everyday use.
Veneered Walnut with a Carved, Solid Walnut Edge
1550mm (diameter) x 720mm (height)
RRP: £12,780, Sale price: £8,310
"The perfect dining room doesn’t just look beautiful. It has to inspire conversation, feel warm and welcoming, be practical and comfortable. It has to be elegant yet not untouchable.”
Staffan TollgardFounder of Tollgard Design Group
Knoll: Platner Dining Table
“Many mid-century pieces are classics and timeless. The Knoll platner table is the actual embodiment of both of those qualities. When I see this piece I always smile because it instantly has the ability to lend gravity to any scheme.”
— Erik Odell-Romanoff, Showroom Manager
A core principle we consider in any project is the functionality of pieces. After all, your home is for living in, not just looking at.
The Knoll platner table is both structurally beautiful, with its unique combination of glass and steel, and practically stunning, providing seating for up to 6 people.
Metallic Bronze with Statuarietto Top
350mm (diameter) x 690mm (height)
RRP: £6,000, Sale price: £3,900
Knoll: Tulip Dining Table
“The Saarinen collection is a Knoll classic with its delicate and timeless design. With the Sahara Noir marble table top and velvet chairs, it is a great opportunity to bring some mid-century elegant glamour into your home.”
— Tania Kalani, Showroom Sales Associate
The Knoll Tulip dining table is a simple, sophisticated statement for any dining room.
That being said, this elegant piece is not reserved for dining rooms alone; it also transitions seamlessly into any kitchen or eating area. The Tulip dining table’s marble gloss finish and generous dimensions, make this a remarkably practical table for a variety of settings.
Sahara Noir Marble Gloss Finish
1520mm (diameter) x 730mm (height)
RRP: £11,892, Sale price: £7,730
Skram: Wishbone Desk
“This piece from American artisans Skram hits the mark in every way: solid maple wood, beautifully worked metal finishes and a purity of design that makes it certain to be a future classic.”
— Philip Howe, Showroom Sales & Business Development
At Tollgard Studio, we’ve been designing ‘working from home’ (WFH) into family life for as long as we can remember – long before Covid-19! Whether this means homework for the kids, or dedicated spaces for our clients to work from.
An essential item on the WFH checklist is a good sturdy desk. One of the reasons we love this Skram Wishbone desk is that it’s beautiful, even when it’s not working. Given how much time we are spending at home at the moment, this is a very important feature for any addition to our homes.
Olive Ebonised Ash Gunmetal Legs and Frame
1520mm x 760mm x 750mm
RRP: £6,126, Sale price: £3,985
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In the age of organic shapes and hand-blown glass their geometric gems cannot fail to attract attention.
I first met founders (and brothers-in-law) Gabriel and Scott in New York around 10 years ago. Their settings look almost like large-scale jewellery — an amazing contrast to the organic softness that we have become used to seeing.
A Few of My Favourites
The Luna Series
Taking inspiration from, and giving gentle reference to, the moon, the aptly named Luna series is a collection that comprises of sculptural forms, coloured blown glass and refracted light. The stunning effect created as a result, emits a soft and diffused glow, reminiscent of the glow that radiates like a halo around the moon on a dark night. The lighting systems in this series are highly customisable, stacking and combining a range of different coloured glass additions and then assembling in either a vertical or horizontal suspension.
The Myriad Series
Reminiscent of blossoming trees, the Myriad series combines a soft and natural glow, with engineered and sharp precision. The series juxtaposes angular arms and pivoting joints of the metal frame with the diffused, warm luminosity of its double-blown glass tips. The series highlights the relationship between craftsmanship and engineering and the striking outcome that can be achieved, as a result.
The Harlow Series
The Harlow series radiates glamour and refinement through its use of sparkling prisms, jewel-esque glass and metal frame encasing. Available in wall scone, chandelier and pendant, the series provides luxury and elegance suitable for a variety of projects and lighting requirements. From the understated wall scone to the showstopper chandelier, we love this series for its combination of sculptural presence and delicate aesthetic considerations, like treasures in a jewellery box.
Across the peaceful ocean, a thirty-thousand square-foot studio in Montreal’s historic Garment District used to house two visionary founders, Gabriel Kakon and Scott Richler. A tour-de-force concoction of architecture, industrial design, and jewellery-making — this incredible medley of skillsets is evident in each of their designs. From the structural composition of a frame, to the details of how a piece is built; from the elegant, geometric, crystalline styling of a hanging pendant to the colour of the hand-blown glass: these are heirloom pieces to cherish. The next chapter of the company sees two become one, with the company now in the sole hands of Scott.
The Welles Pendant
Singular pendants, but by no means lacking in design and engineering, these individually hung lights embody a complex design process. Each light features a coloured glass blown inside a clear glass envelope, which allows for a soft diffusion of filtered light to pass through its translucent aspects. The result is that of a sparkling gem, which can be suspended on its own or in a cluster with other pendants, to create a glistening display. Available in smoked black, alabaster white and California pink glass, with a range of hardware colours, the Welles pendant allows for infinite possibilities.
The Welles Sconce
The Welles Double Blown Glass sconce is a twist on the pendant in the same series. Fitted to the wall, this polygonal shape features polished, crisp edges and uses the double blown glass technique, to achieve a layered and clever method for diffusing light. Available in a selection of coloured glass and hardware colours.
“We are absolutely delighted to welcome Gabriel Scott to the family of Tollgard brand partners.”
Staffan TollgårdFounder and Creative Director
As partners in life and work, Monique and I know that it’s important to celebrate the milestones. To stop and smell the roses along the way. Otherwise we’re in danger of rushing from project to project, from year to year, from decade to decade without appreciating the incredible journey along the way.
Valentine’s Day reminded us of the importance of celebrations, of the importance of milestones. So we started thinking about anniversaries, and how we could help celebrate them with some very, very beautiful things that could tell the story of a journey of design, love and a shared passion for beautiful things.
Celebrating the Years
A Zhuang Hong Yi Paper-scape
1st Anniversary: Paper
For the first anniversary, how about an incredible work of art, made from paper? This striking, colour-shifting piece from acclaimed Chinese artist Zhuang Hong Yi is made from folded origami rice paper. Every angle is different… much like a marriage!
Textile Art by Waller Hewett
2nd Anniversary: Cotton
The second anniversary gift is cotton. These stunning pieces from Ruth Waller and Lee Hewett are made from cotton bobbles mounted on sprung steel stalks. They’re also partners in life and work and their textile pieces exude happiness, joy and whimsy.
A Daybed of Leather
3rd Anniversary: Leather
Described in The New York Times as “solitary indulgence”, we think there might be room for two if you snuggle up very close on this stunning piece from New York atelier BassamFellows! The hand-sewn, achingly soft leather cushions are just right for the third anniversary.
Bedlinen from Bemboka
4th Anniversary: Linen
Made using Belgian linen yarns, this incredible bedding set from Bemboka exudes the classically understated and sophisticated sense of taste you want from bedding, letting the true texture and threads of the fabric deliver that desire to wrap yourself up in-between the sheets.
The DRDP bench by Ceccotti
5th Anniversary: Wood
Elegantly beautiful, with curves that take you on a journey across its devilishly unique form. This two-seater bench designed by Roberto Lazzeroni at Ceccotti Collezioni evokes an authentic sense of character and old-fashioned charm.
“I love this picture of Monique and I taken at our best friend’s wedding in Mallorca. Monique and I celebrate our 18th wedding anniversary this year – which, very unromantically, is appliances! We might skip this and go straight to jade for 19 years.”
Staffan TollgårdFounder and Creative Director
Tin Vases from &Tradition
10th Anniversary: Tin
These tin vases from Danish makers &Tradition are a stunning little set of collectibles. Whether on their own or adorned with a few flower stems they always delight the eye due to the variation in the polished, burnished and oxidised metals.
A Vase from Moser
15th Anniversary: Crystal
A Moser crystal vase is forever. Especially one that’s called Diva. These stunning vases are handmade by elite artisans in a tradition going back 160 years. The intensity and mastery of their iconic hues of colour is a well-guarded secret – colours that you will fall in love with.
Base Tableware by Piet Boon
20th Anniversary: China
A truly beautiful piece of tableware is sometimes invisible, allowing the star of the show to take centre-stage. This collaboration in porcelain between Piet Boon and Serax oozes sublime, subtle elegance and the understated taste that’s the hallmark of this Dutch master.
Baobab: Pearl Candles
30th Anniversary: Pearl
For many centuries, white pearls have been seen as symbols of purity and love. Sprinkled with light pink and white fragments, the White Pearls scented candle is inspired by the perfection of the pearl, also known as “tears of the gods.”
Sip of Gold: Furstenberg
50th Anniversary: Gold
These champagne goblets are always a talking point. Staffan’s personal favourites; the inside of each wafer-thin porcelain cup is lined with the finest precious metal in 24 carat gold. Celebrate a momentous anniversary with champagne from golden cups… and savour each sip.
“Isn’t the whole point of things—beautiful things—that they connect you to some larger beauty? Those first images that crack your heart wide open and you spend the rest of your life chasing, or trying to recapture, in one way or another?”
The Goldfinchby Donna Tartt
