Luxebook August 2022

hanging installation. Here is where it gets interesting, the lights were positioned above a mirror to create the impression that the pendant stretches into infinity. While it is impossible to fit these in a regular home in the city, these would work stunningly in a showroom or gallery. Chandeliers were another big trend at the fair. While these have always been a statement piece, they are now becoming a mainstream must-have for suburban homes as well. Venetian glassmaking company Barovier & Toso’s Magritte chandelier is an example of traditional design accompanied by a theatrical yet elegant arrangement of hand-blown glass giving it a floating-in-the-air kind of look. Focusing on a more traditional design, Baccarat’s collaboration with Philippe Starck displayed a ‘nervous zenith’ chandelier, a fun play between glass and crystal, the chandelier makes a statement of its own. Keerthi Tummala, Creative Director and Founder - Sage Living adds that, “Lights aren’t simply functional. Artistic lighting can create a striking visual moment in a room. Instead of wall paintings, interesting illuminators can be used as installations suspended from mid-air. They act as kin to a sculptural piece while being a functional light at the same time. Klove, Paul Matter and Shailesh Rajput Studio are go to brands for interesting sculptural lighting with- in India”. Prints and patterns Minimalism is long gone. Everything within the design industry today is all about maximalism, bold prints, loud patterns and contrasting themes, which more or less always come together to form something creative and interesting. While Gucci takes the cake every year for its wonderfully crafted maximalist selections, the house’s absence at the fair allowed other brands to shine through, one of them being Dolce & Gabbana. In addition to debuting two dedicated Milanese stores, the house also debuted its D&G Casa selection at the fair. Going all out, D&G displayed several themed selections of matching bold prints including carretto, majolica, leopard, and zebra. A real treat for the eyes, carretto is every maximalist enthusiast’s dream, providing hordes of inspiration to those who want to experiment with prints and patterns. “Bold prints and patterns offer a great colour contrast on upholstered furniture, wallpapers and bed linen. I have always felt that richer hues and patterns have a story to share and elevate the living experience. While pastels have always dominated interior spaces, patterns and prints add luminance to a space, along with more positive vibes and energies,” says Sanjana Lunia, Founder and Creative Head, Eris Home. Roberto Cavalli was another memorable showcase which paid tribute to the brand’s design philosophy. It was inspired by the fashion house’s iconic prints including animal print which doused in a sophisticated colour palette of grey, ivory, and beige tones. These covered comfortable couches, armchairs, and decorative coffee tables, among others. Cavalli Moroso Classicon Swarovski SLIDE x Marcantonio 10| L U X E B O O K | A U G U S T 2 0 2 2 A U G U S T 2 0 2 2 | L U X E B O O K | 1 1