{loving ochre}

I've rather fallen in love with Ochre. Not the colour mind you, but the homewares company that produces beautifully crafted British-made furniture, upholstery and unique lighting design. Originally based in London, the company has seen great success in the States and have opened a beautifully styled shop in New York. Harriet Maxwell Macdonald, a co-owner of the enterprise, has had her various homes with husband Andrew Corrie photographed repeatedly, and they don't disappoint...

I love the soft palette against the matt black walls. So calming somehow.

Below you can see an inspiration moodboard for their design work, and I can't help but spot the Farrow & Ball paint chart and an image from the home of Jenna Lyons (black walls with striped ceiling) that was painted for her son...!

The husband and wife team have also conjured up a secondary, more affordable line named Canvas. Following in a similar vein to Ochre, the furnishings are made by American craftspeople or sourced from ethnic minorities in order to support dying arts. However, somewhat realistically and in the spirit of honesty, they do not claim to be 100% eco, and suggest that any companies who claim as such are worth close inspection. Either way, their efforts are to be applauded and the creations appreciated!