In Defence of Clutter – Australian Period Home Style Article
Written by Henry Buckenham (Allpress Inc).
Apologies for your misspelt surname in the Article Henry!
Excerpt: We live in a world where clarity, sterility and purpose are the defining features of interior design. Forensic suits and cotton booties have replaced the tradition of shoes off at the door. Clutter has become an ugly word, but when did an appreciation of things become an offence against principles of design?
I sub-let the shop next door to Milton Wine Bar and keep part of the garage for displays.
‘Brownlow Interior Design’ dressed this months room.
However, will stay as over the Christmas and New Year period.
Barbara and Alexandra Brownlow did a fantastic job, bringing the space to life with my furniture, Imari and art, adding their signature parrots, French Louis Style settee, Colefax and Fowler curtains, brass floor lamp, Chinese blue & white umbrella stands, Bragg & Co jungle green lamps and Behruz Studios pure wool flat weave rug.
Jamie Allpress and Shane Smith have been bringing pre-loved fine furniture back to life for 80 years between them.
Restoring furniture in the correct way is very important.
We also offer in house restoration and French Polishing services such as Staircases and Fireplaces…
If you would like some advice or an idea on how much a piece would cost to restore you can visit us at our store, call 9824 8551 or email with photos of the piece – jamie@allpress-antiques.com.au
Jamie Allpress and Shane Smith have been bringing pre-loved fine furniture back to life for 80 years between them. Restoring furniture in the correct way is very important.
If you would like some advice or an idea on how much a piece would cost to restore you can visit us at our store, call 9824 8551 or email with photos of the piece – jamie@allpress-antiques.com.au Read More
