Fraudie and I are off for a stroll along the canal followed by breakfast at Tow Path – big treat as we should be at our desks working (or in Fraudie’s case playing in the park with all her other doggie friends) but I figured we needed some quality time together. I so miss her when traveling so we’re going to spend some hanging out time. I saw an image the other day that I thought the most fabulous idea. I’ve touched upon something similar in my book but these guys have searched out and sourced the most beautiful old scraps off carpet, rugs and then used them as a stair runner. Firstly it injects instant funkiness with its mix and match approach. Not only that it feels highly individual but luxurious at the same time. I’ve been wanting to cover up my stairs for ages now – as I feel they need more of a decorative edge – a big dose of texture, colour and pattern. So without further ado here is the image I am talking about – pretty easy to do as I am always seeing odd carpet pieces at flea markets.
These textiles lend extraordinary warmth and softness to the staircase. Very much love.
Hi Abigail – I too have had those tiles in my head since I saw them in Elle Deco, they have honestly never left me either. I thought they were the most inspired idea. Anyway I really just wanted to send you a comment to let you know that the fabulous image of the stairs is from a design firm Commune Design (www.communedesign.com) and this was in a residential project of theirs. I know it so well as it is an image that, like the tiles also hasn’t left me since I first saw it. Hope to see you in Melbourne. All the best Pip
Great thanks for the tip off their work is beyond beautiful. Very much look forward to visiting Melbourne and pottering around x
Goodness they are the most beautiful stairs i have ever come across , Not only the carpet …… which are sublime but also the panelling , color palette etc Love love love
I regularly read your blog and will miss them when you go to Australia.
Just wanted to say I share your love of the tow path – particularly in love with the reflections especially of the gas holders – in fact focussed on them for my art work on my fine art course. I am working on moving to the dark side thanks to you as well!
Thank you glad you love the Tow Path – its one of those hidden gems that makes London so fabulous
Hi Abigail,
On Thursday 21st, I attended your seminar in Melbourne Australia.
I was blown away by your bold use of dark walls and colour, colour and more colour. I agree, colour is essential in our lives and we do need more of it. Enough of the blandness of neutrals.
Thanks for an insight into your world in London.
Thank you much appreciated x
I just adore that amazing carpet runner on those stairs!
Have been busy with work lately and haven’t had time to drop by.
Have a lovely time in Australia…let me know if you are visiting the Gold Coast in Queensland!
We have a few designs you maybe interested in at http://www.stairbox.com/staircasegallery.html