WORLD OF CABANA

MASTERS & MUSES

Meet the artists, designers, creatives and tastemakers who truly inspire Cabana. Read interviews with the design world's most exciting talents, and thoughtful essays on the lives and legacies of those we most admire.

One Day With John Sandoe Books

Family-run John Sandoe Books has a host of illustrious regulars - which once included Christopher Gibbs - and has been a much-loved presence on London's book scene for generations. John de Falbe, who runs the Chelsea bookstore with his wife, Arabella, talks Cabana through the rhythms of his day and the keys to the shop's success.

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Inspired by Bunny Mellon

Over the course of her career, philanthropist and art collector, Bunny Mellon, became one of the most influential landscape designers of her time, famously redesigning the White House Rose Garden under the patronage of President John F. Kennedy. Violet Caldecott explores her life, legacy and exceptional gardens, all captured in The Gardens of Bunny Mellon by Linda Jane Holden. 

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One Day With Cox London

One Day With Cox London

"We are artists first and foremost." Chris Cox, who alongside his wife, Nicola, is the founder of Cox London – the art-forward atelier that crafts bespoke furniture and objects – shares the rhythms and rituals of their day, explaining why the pair are spending more time hidden away in their new studio, returning to artistry and craftsmanship.

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Inspired by: Karin Larsson


Today, 19th-century artists Carl and Karin Larsson are national icons in Sweden. Together, the creative couple – whose former home, Lilla Hyttnäs, is much admired – laid the foundation for what is now considered quintessential Swedish aesthetics. But, like many women, Karin Larsson has been overshadowed by her husband. Swedish textile designer Cathy Nordström goes in search of Karin's own story, revealing a passionately, and prolifically, creative artist and designer. 

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Finders Keepers with Jean Bernard Gillot

For the past 20 years, Jean-Bernard Gillot, antique book dealer and connoisseur of the extravagant, has sourced rare books, scientific instruments, early and modern photography, uranium glass jewelry, and other curiosities. He shares two special objects that have passed through his hands: his greatest find and the piece he'll keep forever.

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The Interview: Richard Parr

Leading architect Richard Parr sits down with Camilla Frances to discuss career-defining moments – from designing the much-admired Newt in Somerset, to launching his own gallery BRINK – collecting eclectic objects, his dream (and nightmare) interiors, most memorable trips, guilty pleasures and ideal dinner party guests...

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One Day with Carole Bamford

For more than 40 years, British businesswoman Carole Bamford has championed organic farming and sustainable living through her companies, Daylesford Organic and Bamford. She talks Sophie Goodwin through the rhythms and rituals of her day, sharing the importance of the people (and animals) in her life, her dedication to the lunar cycle and recent fascination with longevity.

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The Interview: Duccio Conti Caponi

Eminent Italian architect Duccio Conti Caponi sits down with Cabana to share highlights from his extraordinary life and career in design - from growing up among artists, writers and historians, to travelling the Nile and overcoming psychological burdens. Along with beautiful rooms, Duccio shares his personal achievements, greatest challenges, dream (and nightmare) interiors, guiltiest pleasures, and much more.

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Finders Keepers with Eric Grangeon

At 22 Rue Mazarine, Paris, stands Eric Grangeon Rare Books — a singular sanctuary where ancient manuscripts and works of art are gathered with meticulous discipline and discernment by collector and rare book dealer Éric Grangeon. After years spent practicing law, he has devoted his life entirely to the expertise and sale of rare books, manuscripts and objects of curiosities. He shares his 'finders keepers' with Cabana.

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How to Make (and Salvage) a House with Maria Speake of Retrouvius

From creating atmosphere and choosing paint colors, to salvaging architectural materials, Maria Speake, co-founder of Retrouvius, talks Sara Pierdonà through the steps it takes to build beautiful, layered homes and a successful design brand - now celebrating its first book.

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One day With Olga Polizzi

British designer and hotelier Olga Polizzi - Lady Shawcross OBE - is something of a national treasure, co-founding Rocco Forte Hotels with her brother, Rocco Forte, and serving today as the company's Deputy Chairman and Director of Design. Also a former councillor, for London's Westminster City Council, Olga's personal hotel portfolio, The Polizzi Collection, includes Hotel Tresanton, The Star and Hotel Endsleigh. She talks Sophie Goodwin through the rhythms and rituals of her day.

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An Artistic Odyssey: Inspired by artist and Dalí muse, Georgette London Owens

“You are like a walking Renoir": 104-year-old artist Georgette London Owens recalls with a smile the flamboyant introduction she was given by none other than Salvador Dalí, whose muse she would go on to become. A masterful painter herself, Georgette talks Parissa Mostaedi and Guido Taroni through her extraordinary life and career.

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One Day With Anastasia Miari

In this series, we glimpse into the daily lives of artists, designers, creatives and tastemakers. Alongside raising her young family, cook and travel writer Anastasia Miari has spent the last few years cooking with grandmothers in the Mediterranean to document their authentic homegrown recipes for her new book. She talks Cabana through her flavor-filled days and the lessons she's learnt.

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Inspired by: Aubrey Beardsley

Charlotte di Carcaci explores the work of Aubrey Beardsley, whose distinctive illustrations have captivated her since childhood. She recalls the “sinuous black of his nib which, with such economy, seemed to suggest a breast, a cloak or a lock of hair” and delves into the life of the complex artist and his most notable works.

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One Day with Alfie Nickerson

In this series, we glimpse into the daily routines and rituals of artists, designers, creatives and tastemakers. Norfolk-based grower Alfie Nickerson, founder of Burnt Fen Flowers, founded his business on his grandfather's land and now supplies British-grown stems around the UK, along with a weekly floral subscription service. He talks Belle White through the rhythms of his nature-filled, commute-free day.

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One Day with Sarah Wetenhall, Owner of The Colony, Palm Beach

Sarah Wetenhall splits her time between New York and her 'pink palace', The Colony hotel, which remains the beating heart of Palm Beach. For Sarah - who took over The Colony eight years ago - the route to paradise has been paved with hard work, unexpected mid-life career changes, and chocolate-covered gummy bears. If you've ever wondered how a leading hotelier balances business, family, entertaining and events - with never a hair out of place - read on.

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