The House Directory

4 Living

Buy online, by phone, or visit by appointment: 24-27 Berwick Court Farm, Berwick, Polegate, East Sussex, BN26 5QS
Tel: 0800-7565199 Fax: 0800-7565199

Email: office@4living.co.uk Web: www.4living.co.uk

4 Living are designers and suppliers of contemporary furniture, specialising in contemporary oriental lacquer furniture as well as contemporary solid oak, walnut, teak and glass furniture. Glass and ceramic decorative lighting, woollen rugs, leather and fabric sofas & chairs, organic bed linen and natural mattresses & pillows complete the range. Contract enquiries are welcome.

Altfield

2/22 Chelsea Harbour Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, London, SW10 0XE
Tel: 020-7351 5893 Fax: 020-7376 5667

The Stable Yard, Seend Manor, High St, Seend, Nr Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6NX
Tel: 01380-828808 Fax: 01380-828749

Email: enquiries@altfield.com Web: www.altfield.com

Since 1982 Altfield has been established as one of the leading dealers in antique Chinese furniture; specialists in 18th and 19th century Ming-style country furniture from regional China. Each item is purchased in its original, unrestored condition, then restored in their own workshop where they ensure traditional joinery techniques are employed in the restoration process.

Biden Designs

By appointment: 47 Nassau Road, Barnes, London, SW13 9QG
Tel: 020-8563 2925 Fax: 020-8711 5115

Email: info@bidendesigns.com Web: www.bidendesigns.com

Rare and exquisite Japanese interior products, created employing traditional artisanship techniques: lacquered furniture, kimono screens, light sculptures and hand-printed paper. The traditional lacquered furniture from Kyoto is made by Taku Art. The founder's family has been producing lacquered pieces for nine generations, using a painstaking process requiring skill and best quality lacquer tree sap (urushi). Over 20 styles are available in a variety of finishes, made to order in 10-12 weeks. Bespoke services available.

Darlings of Chelsea

Also in Manchester and Birmingham: 9-13 Fulham High Street, London, SW6 3JH
Tel: 020-7371 5745 Fax: 020-7736 5445

Dephna House, 24-26 Arcadia Avenue, Finchley, London, N3 2JU
Tel: 020-8349 7298

20 Greenwich Church Street, London, SE10 9BJ
Tel: 020-8858 6800

Email: info@darlingsofchelsea.co.uk Web: www.darlingsofchelsea.co.uk

Wide range of dark wood furniture made from Sheesham, a hardwood found in India and used particularly for its grain quality. There are shelving and display units, console tables, nests of tables, chairs, mirrors and chests of drawers.

Indigo

Dairy Barn, Manningford Bruce, Wiltshire, SN9 6JW
Tel: 01672-564722 Fax: 01672-564733

Email: antiques@indigoantiques.com Web: www.indigo-uk.com

Established for 25 years as importers and restorers of genuine antique furniture, decorative art and handicrafts from China, India, Japan and Tibet. Huge selection including architectural antiques, stone statuary, lacquer and leather or camphor trunks; teak cupboards or acacia wood coffee and dining tables from India; lacquer cabinets, elm and walnut altar or tea tables and sideboards from China. All restoration work is carried out in their Wiltshire workshops. There's also a small range of reproduction furniture. And an excellent selection of table lamps. Able to source to customers' requirements.

Lombok

14 stores in London and the South East: for store locations or brochures,
Tel: 0870-240 7380

Email: customerservice@lombok.co.uk Web: www.lombok.co.uk

Lombok's stylish range of colonial-inspired furniture includes standard and four poster beds, dining tables and chairs, desks, cabinets, side tables and bookcases. There is also a collection of chic accessories and lighting-from striking lacquer ware, woven goods, photo frames and desk accessories to decorative lamps, hand-embroidered bed and table linen, cushions, throws and ceramics. Products are all manufactured using recycled or 100% natural materials and many items are kept in stock, readily available for delivery.

Moroccan Bazaar

2B & 2C Kelvin Ind. Estate, Long Drive, Greenford, Middlesex, UB6 8WA
Tel: 020-8575 1818 Fax: 020-8575 9426 Mobile: 07970-448719

Email: visit@moroccanbazaar.co.uk Web: www.moroccanbazaar.co.uk

Established in 1970, Moroccan Bazaar designs, manufactures and distributes handcrafted lighting, accessories, soft furnishings and indoor and outdoor furniture sourced directly from Morocco. There are over 3000 products available for immediate delivery from their vast warehouse. Specialists in wholesale distribution of Moroccan home and contract furnishings, Moroccan Bazaar has contributed to the decoration of over 100 restaurants nationwide. They also manufacture bespoke furniture and lighting and undertake fabrication for large residential and contract projects.

Orchid

604 King's Road, London, SW6 2DX
Tel: 020-7384 2443

The Old Barn, Sandydown, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 6BY
Tel: 01264-811111 Fax: 01264-811555

Email: info@orchidfurniture.co.uk Web: www.orchidfurniture.co.uk

Orchid offers furnishing solutions with an enticing blend of eastern allure and western practicality. Orchid is a valuable discovery for those seeking individual style with a sense of opulence. The contrasting, yet complementary collections are created using traditional methods of craftsmanship. The superb quality is reflected in the finish and durability of Orchid's pieces, all of which are gorgeous to look at and special to own.

Puji

20 Ashfield Parade, Southgate, London, N14 5EJ
Tel: 020-8886 3000 Fax: 020-8886 3012

Email: info@puji.com Web: www.puji.com

Puji specializes in the design and import of hardwood furniture mainly hand-crafted from recycled teak and oak. The range is made in Indonesia by local craftsmen conforming to ethical production and positive recycling principles. There is a wide range of contemporary styles to completely furnish every room in the home, including living, dining, bedroom, bathroom and home office furniture - everything from TV units to sofas, mattresses, lighting and bathroom accessories. Plus a bespoke design service for residential and commercial commissions.

Roche Bobois

Also Smugglers Way, The Trinity, & Harrods, London: 419-425 Finchley Road, London, NW3 6HJ
Tel: 020-7431 1411

New Zealand Avenue, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 1GH
Tel: 01932-251420

Great Ancoats Street, Manchester, M4 5BT
Tel: 0161-236 1517

Email: london@roche-bobois.com Web: www.roche-bobois.com

Roche Bobois has been producing fine furniture for over 40 years, offering exclusive \'haute couture\' designs for three collections: Les Contemporains, Les Voyages and Les Provinciales. The catalogue is updated twice yearly with new creations. Many items in their range are destined for heirloom or iconic status. Each piece is made to order to high standards of design, material and comfort. Styles range from cutting-edge contemporary to classic charm and ethnically inspired pieces.

Shimu

3 Victoria Road, Saltaire, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18 3LA
Tel: 0844-4128008 Fax: 0844-4128009

Email: info@shimu.co.uk Web: www.shimu.co.uk

Hand-crafted furniture inspired by Chinese designs from the Ming Dynasty, as well as a beautiful and constantly updated collection of Chinese antique furniture. Hand-crafted wardrobes and cabinets in elm, black lacquer or with a decorative painted and lacquered finish. Horseshoe chairs; coffee, console and altar tables. Blanket trunks, bookshelves and chests, plus boxes and accessories. The antique collection is sourced from all over China and includes painted cabinets and chests from Shanxi and Qinghai, walnut cabinets from Gansu and camphor trunks from Beijing. The company also offers a made-to-order service and delivers across the UK.

Andrew Martin

200 Walton St, London, SW3 2JL
Tel: 020-7225 5100 Fax: 020-7589 8502