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SEPTEMBER 2019 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK 25Le Corbusier is a name synonymous
with great design. The Swiss-French
creative, world renowned as one of the
pioneers of Modernism, introduced
a groundbreaking system of colours
called ‘Architectural Polychromy’ in- Now, it’s being used on timepieces,
as Swiss watchmaker Rado has
released its classic ‘True Thinline’
watch in nine new shades – one
representing each of the groups in Le
Corbusier’s palette. There are only 999
of each watch available, and the case
back showcases a spectrum featuring
all 63 of the architect’s hues. ‘True
Thinline Les Couleurs Le Corbusier’ in
‘Sunshine Yellow’, £1,750 (rado.com).
ART TEA TYPES
Heritage brand Newby Teas has recruited the talents
of British designer Matthew Williamson to dress
a capsule collection of caddies for loose-leaf
favourites ‘Jasmine Rose Garden’, ‘Maharaja’s
Breakfast’ and ‘Exotic Earl Grey’. £30 each, with
limited edition crockery to follow (newbyteas.co.uk).OFF THE WA L L
Lauded for its curatorial know-how, Soho
House – led by Kate Bryan, head of collections –
is amassing an extraordinary art portfolio for its
global outposts. Want to start your own? Take their
lead and choose from the ‘Soho Home Editions’
set of prints by eight up-and-coming creatives
including painter Alice Browne, printmaker
Danny Augustine, sign artist Archie Proudfoot
and mixed-media artists Scarlett Bowman and
Paul Davies. On permanent display at London’s
Shoreditch House, they are also available to buy
online. From £250 each (sohohome.com).Time for
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