I love that we have put a
pantry on this month’s cover.
Besides being beautiful and full of
ideas, it reflects the trend coming
through in spatial design that sees
contemporary properties, big and
small, ‘speccing’ dedicated prep
kitchens. The space we show is by
interior designer Tom Cox. As a
whole, I am very inspired by his
cottage restoration in the Chiltern Hills
(page 28). He has reinterpreted period style
for 2019, updating classic tropes for the way
we live now. Take, for example, his bespoke kitchen
island. Its design was inspired by the preparation tables
at the 16th-century country pile Burghley House, but it
has been brought up to date with a worn ebony finish,
copper shelf and brass handles.
With just one month to go until our Centenary issue,
preparations are coming on apace. We have planned a
fabulous Summer Festival of events, and I am delighted
to be able to reveal the first here, which is taking place in
partnership with some of our dear friends. Please join me
at Heal’s on Tottenham Court Road on 22 May for a lively
discussion with interior designer Suzy Hoodless and
textiles expert Ann Grafton from GP&J Baker. There will
also be a shopping discount on the night and live music
(more details on page 63). I hope to meet you there.
SARAH SPITERI, EDITORIAL DIRECTOR
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