Join me and Susanna in London for a behind the scenes video visit with celebrated designer Alidad in his sumptuous Mayfair home.
The renowned Iranian-born interior designer Alidad is welcoming visitors to his exquisite London flat and sharing the secrets of his layered, luxurious style of decoration that delights all the senses
In our November issue, we step inside the London apartment of the renowned decorator Alidad. Now, a close-up of his fabric collections for Chelsea Textiles
The renowned Iranian-born interior designer Alidad is welcoming visitors to his exquisite London flat and sharing the secrets of his layered, luxurious style of decoration that delights all the senses
In the London apartment of the renowned decorator Alidad, there is not a square inch that hasn't been carefully considered and lovingly embellished
The renowned Iranian-born interior designer Alidad is welcoming visitors to his exquisite London flat and sharing the secrets of his layered, luxurious style of decoration that delights all the senses
The renowned Iranian-born interior designer Alidad is welcoming visitors to his exquisite London flat and sharing the secrets of his layered, luxurious style of decoration that delights all the senses
Award-winning interior designer Alidad speaks to Effect Magazine about his sumptuous, world-renowned interiors.
I've long admired British designer Alidad's interiors. They're luxurious, opulent, and rather grand. You almost feel like you've stepped back in time- a Russian tsarina or a French nobleman might feel quite at home in these rooms. What strikes me most, though, is his treatment of a room's walls. Not one to be content with a little paint or some simple paper, Alidad adorns walls with stamped leather, bespoke wallpaper, and verre églomisé panels. The effect is one that is enchanting and hypnotizing. There has been much discussion lately about whether luxury is dead. In fashion, the argument is debatable. But with artistry such as Alidad's haute couture wall coverings, I don't think the same could be said for interior design. A dining room wtih verre églomisé panels (at top is another view of the dining room) A detail shot of a verre églomisé panel by Alidad (based on an antique design) "Opium" bespoke wallpaper A library with "Opium" covered walls A dining room with "Tree of Life" stamped leather panels A close up of "Tree of Life" "Pomegranate" leather wall panels
Persian-born, London-based designer, Alidad. So fabulous he only needs one name.
The renowned Iranian-born interior designer Alidad is welcoming visitors to his exquisite London flat and sharing the secrets of his layered, luxurious style of decoration that delights all the senses
The renowned Iranian-born interior designer Alidad is welcoming visitors to his exquisite London flat and sharing the secrets of his layered, luxurious style of decoration that delights all the senses
The renowned Iranian-born interior designer Alidad is welcoming visitors to his exquisite London flat and sharing the secrets of his layered, luxurious style of decoration that delights all the senses
A. Moss as in lichen... Pick your favourite MOSS: B. Moss as in Kate... or C. Moss as in Charlotte... If your favourite is A, you prefer to be outside, and as this post is all about being 'inside', I suggest that you click on the word DOOR to make your escape! If your favourite is B, then you are lost darling and you can find your way back to your world by clicking HERE. If you picked C, then I can suggest reading about Charlotte Moss on her own Website, or visit COTE DE TEXAS (there you'll find a basketful of info and images galore on her), as well as New York Social Diary published a very interesting article, and included some terrific images taken in her home. Although this interview was feature in May 2006, it gives good insight in Ms Moss' thoughts about minimalism as well as following of trends. As for me, I like her confidence which is evident in the interiors she does. The woman knows what she wants and where she is at! Now I wonder how this room will look in minature? It is pretty special in full size! Perhaps with a little help, this can also turn into something Charlotte will approve of. PS. If like me, you thought that moss and lichen are the same, go to this website to learn what the difference is between them! You might be surprised to discover that they are found all over the world and are used in DYES!
Close up photograph of an Alidad designed room. Chelsea Editions, the England based fabric and furniture company recently announced that both Robert Kime and Alidad were joining their ranks with a new line of embroidered fabrics. While no mention of the Robert Kime partnership has yet made it onto Chelsea Edition's web site, the Alidad association is now online to be viewed. The one name Alidad, Persian born and London based, is known for his classic, opulent, and sometimes over the top interiors. He started his career as head of Sotheby's Islamic Works of Art department before turning his energies to interior design. Alidad quickly became famous for his richly decorated rooms, which often have a masculine leaning. Always gorgeous, his interiors are laden with luxurious fabrics and textiles and layers upon layers of richly textured patterns. Minimalism is not a term that Alidad has any knowledge of. Every surface in an Alidad designed room is addressed and is either fauxed, papered, or upholstered. Only the most fortunate few can afford the sumptious luxury of an Alidad interior. As such, Alidad's association with Chelsea Editions comes as somewhat of a surprise. Chelsea Editions is famous for their soothing toned checks and stripes and their extensive collection of Indian hand embroidered fabrics with butterflies, flowers, and vines stitched in mostly muted tones. Hardly the stuff of the velvet damasks and silk brocades that Alidad prefers to use. But, being a Persian, Alidad has remained true to his roots and his obvious love of Ottoman design, art, and textiles. This love influenced his fabric range for Chelsea Editions. Called "Bosphorous" - his embroidered fabrics have been scaled down for today's interiors, and their colors are muted so as to mix with antique textiles. Additionally, Alidad placed the patterns between stripes - perfect for wallcoverings a la Michael Smith's famous Urban Outfitter's Indian Bedspread Room. With names like Goli, Layla, Cyprus, and Naz, the influence of the Ottoman empire on the fabrics is hard to ignore. Here's a sneak peak at a few of the new Alidad designed Chelsea fabrics. Hopefully - we'll get a glimpse of Robert Kime's new collection soon: Saz A close up look of the embroidered detail of the Saz fabric. Shayla: Pari: An Alidad designed drawing room: layers upon layers of opulent excess. The same drawing room - with a view to the fireplace and bookcases. An antique suzani from the 19th century was used for a skirted table. In just this small corner, it's interesting to see how many patterns and textiles Alidad used. Every square inch is touched by his hand. In this famous Alidad dining room, he illuminated Verre églomisé panels on the walls to give the room a romantic candle lit effect. . For a gentleman's bedroom retreat, Alidad used hand tooled leather panels on the walls. For this paneled library, the wooden walls were too plain for Alidad so he designed faux painted panels to simulate an inlaid effect. A closeup of the same library's fireplace: Alidad placed a painting over an antique mirror. Layers upon layers are always used to achieve the lush richness of his interiors. For this listed estate, Buscot Park, Alidad was hired for his knowledge of history and the sensitivity he brought to the project. Beside Chelsea Editions, Alidad has designed a line of fabrics for Pierre Frey. Here, a multi patterned fabric is laden with the typical Alidad attention to detail and luxury. Another Pierre Frey fabric by Alidad. Additionally, Alidad has designed a line of velvet covered furniture for Thomas Messel. Here - a bookcase covered in red velvet and nailheads, with black paw feet. A candle lit sconce in red velvet. And, lastly, a round hall table with the same details as above. Of course, he also designs wall coverings - here a close up of a leather panel called Pomegranate. A dining room, with the Pomegranate wall covering. And finally - the man of the hour: Alidad, handsome with just an air of bemused confidence. Notice his red velvet hall table to the left of the sofa. The other two tables are also Alidad designed.
The renowned Iranian-born interior designer Alidad is welcoming visitors to his exquisite London flat and sharing the secrets of his layered, luxurious style of decoration that delights all the senses
No matter the weather, these spaces are blossoming year-round, thanks to floral fabrics, wall coverings, and furnishings
Join me and Susanna in London for a behind the scenes video visit with celebrated designer Alidad in his sumptuous Mayfair home.
Award-winning interior designer Alidad speaks to Effect Magazine about his sumptuous, world-renowned interiors.
The renowned Iranian-born interior designer Alidad is welcoming visitors to his exquisite London flat and sharing the secrets of his layered, luxurious style of decoration that delights all the senses
