Dedicated to Design: September 2024
EDITOR’S PICKS I PHOTO: PRESS LOFT
It’s all about cork this month! Cork is making a strong comeback as a go-to material in interior design, celebrated for its sustainability and unique aesthetic. The natural, renewable resource offers a warm, earthy texture that effortlessly infuses spaces with an organic charm. Whether you’re drawn to sleek, minimalist designs or more rustic, artisanal pieces, cork provides a versatile option that complements a wide range of styles.
The sculptor, architect and designer Miguel Arruda gives a very contemporary vision of cork through his experiments. With the Belgian manufacturer Dark, he designed the Captain Cork pendant light in a pear shape. £1,158.
With cork being one of Liga’s key materials, the cork they use is grown in Portugal in the Montado forests and is a key story for the brand. This gorgeous trivet is made from natural cork that gets smoked with light ink to enhance the natural patterns of the cork. £28.
Store spices, herbs, seeds and more with the Cork Spice Rack with Five Jars. Designed with thick Cork lids the petit jars are ideal to fill with dried fruits for breakfasts, nuts for salads or spices for hearty dinners. £16.
The German brand Opossum Design has created this stylish cabinet with a modern silhouette. The combination with the cork surface, which develops a special appeal thanks to its open porosity, appears particularly sophisticated. £463.
A somewhat different yoga mat that will elevate your practice. Made from eco-friendly cork, this stylish mat sports a gorgeous design, non-slip padding, and good cushioning for the joints, while it is free from harmful silicone and chemicals. £89.
With cork being one of Liga’s key materials, the cork they use is grown in Portugal in the Montado forests and is a key story for the brand. This gorgeous trivet is made from natural cork that gets smoked with light ink to enhance the natural patterns of the cork. £28.
Did you know that you can adorn your interior walls with cork? This wallpaper is the result of a collaboration with graphic artist Drew Millward, best known for designing psychedelic posters for rock bands. Printed onto sustainable Portuguese cork, ‘Hit The North’ is an innovative juxtaposition of graphic art with a natural material, and as such it has been awarded the prestigious Design Guild Mark for 2020/2021. £192/m.
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