Summer 2018

LUXLIFE MAGAZINE | 91 Summer 2018 every project is utterly exclusive, and free of imitation, from conception through to completion. LMI’s meticulous and diligent approach to design carries over into all the individual elements of the space, such as fabric and pattern selection, with all the seriousness and consideration of the colour palette, form and furniture. Lauren’s gift lies in her eye for transcendent, timeless style; her use of clean lines, and bold colour elevate the whole, creating a space that will defy ephemeral trends and fashions. Lauren creates spaces from the ground up, utilising artisans, craftsmen and tradesmen to create bespoke furniture, statement pieces and joinery when the design calls for it. LMI is, by all regards, a firm that is satisfied with nothing less than perfection – every nook, and every corner is a part of the greater whole. To aid in the tailored nature of their work, LMI utilises emerging and establishment technology to offer an avenue for seamless collaboration with the client. From the earliest of stages, LMI uses computer aided design (CAD), computer generated images (CGI) and virtual technology to bring their proposed plan to life, offering an unparalleled degree of clarity and precision during the design process. This is especially evident when observing the often-complex projects that LMI undertakes - large, luxury spaces with intricately woven layers of textures, colours, and materials. LMI’s outstanding talent in interior design has only been exemplified by their work in the luxury residential and commercial sector. This studio excels in the bold, and the beautiful. From the epitome of modern elegance – a marriage of circular motifs, symmetry, and experimentations in rich colour - to a subtler exploration of monochrome chic, with deep-buttoned furniture and crystalline accompaniments. It’s a style that takes inspiration from all corners of the world, and in all styles. In one piece, their work embodies an almost stately grandeur. In another, there’s an almost mid- century flourish hidden in the depths of the linework. The last couple of years have offered several well-deserved accolades for Lauren and her team; indeed, the Luxury Designers Award is only the last in a long-line of recent recognition. From completing a luxury mansion in St Tropez, to working on a high-end residential property with a design brief that wanted to embody the experiences of the client’s travels, 2017 was the year that LMI truly flourished in this notoriously competitive industry. This year is proving to be no different, and the studio is embracing the style and approach that has served them well since inception. LMI is, at its core, an exceptional interior design firm, that seeks to shift paradigms and alter the very definition of ‘luxury’ – here it is something to be explored and relished. Above all else, LMI is a worthy winner among the paragons of the Leading Designers Award, which serves as a guide to the very best designers on a truly global landscape. Company: Lauren Matthews Interiors Contact: Lauren Matthews Address: The Vulcan Building, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, PO1 3BF, UK Phone: 02392 299365 Website: www.laurenmatthews-interiors.com www.instagram.com/laurenmatthewsinteriors www.facebook.com/Laurenmatthewsinteriors function. Ultimately, an aesthetically pleasing piece needs to exist in a functional working, and above all, liveable environment. This is a quintessential ethos within contemporary design, and it is an aspect that Lauren has mastered, without sacrificing an ounce of the visual impact of her work. Equally, alongside Lauren’s dedicated team, LMI has a fostered the rare ability to gain a comprehensive understanding of a client’s individual requirements, creating a bespoke design that considers their unique tastes, histories, passions and influences. In this, LMI understands that outstanding interior design acts, fundamentally, as a reflection of the person that will exist within it; A perfect mirror of every aspect of their lives. By tailoring the design to the client, LMI guarantees that