What is Decorex?
Decorex is an interior design show that takes place in London, described in their own words as ‘celebrating the people taking interior design to the next level’. It features an extensive range of brands and designers, each presenting their newest collections of exquisite furniture, fabric, lighting, decorative craft, contemporary art, and more! Decorex in person returned to Kensington’s Olympia London for 2021 after hosting an all virtual event in 2020. Morris Molloy Interior Design were delighted to be part of the big come back post the Covid 19’ pandemic.
What did we enjoy the most?
Because of the uncertain times although not disappointingly so it has to be said there were considerably less exhibitors this year but we found this an advantage as it allowed us more time to explore each & every stand as well as enjoy several of the talks that were carefully curated to cover a range of Interior design related topics.
What did we discover?
We discovered some fabulous new suppliers that we are very much looking forward to working with in the near future such as Distinction & Astley Furniture.
We connected with companies such as J.Adams & Co & Cocovara, two fabulous new Lighting suppliers!
Who did we re-kindle with?
There really is nothing more inspiring that being surrounded by like minded people within our industry & so having not been able to see our suppliers & representatives in person for such a long time it was great to re connect with them face to face & actually be able to physically see & in some cases touch what they had to showcase. There are too many to list them all but to list just a few of our existing suppliers we were fortunate enough to visit-
Byron & Byron- creators & suppliers of a variety of hand-crafted and traditionally finished curtain poles & accessories.
John Cullen Lighting- The leading name in discreet lighting, John Cullen lighting offers a complete service for all aspects of interior and exterior lighting for the contemporary, traditional and energy efficient home, yacht, restaurant or hotel. We were fortunate enough to take a guided tour of their stand which was in fact phenomenal & geniusely designed, its no wonder they won the best stand award at the show- very well deserved.
Tiger Moth Lighting- Our very local lighting company based very close to us in Berkshire! ‘Immaculate statement lighting, handcrafted from the finest materials, made to order in England.
Linwood- Designers and suppliers of beautiful fabrics, wallpapers & cushions. Offering a wide range of fabrics Linwood are one of our ‘go to’ fabric houses at the moment having specified some of their stunning upholstery fabric for our client’s recently.
What big names in the world of Interior Design did we listen to during the Talks/Q&A’s?
Again to name just a few:
Can Faik- Claims he has ‘The best job in the world’ & to be honest we tend to agree with him. Being paid to travel the world staying in some of the most luxurious hotels, spa’s & resorts & his job is to try & test them before writing a review for Hospitality Interiors magazine.
Kelly Hoppen- When asked whether or not she is ever asked to produce Instagram-able Interiors she immediately responded that she would absolutely never design a space to make it Insta worthy but instead designs the entire space to work together but went onto say that this will often mean one particular area may become a popular position for photography but is never her sole intention-Good answer!
Suzy Hoodless- We liked Suzy & could really relate when she said ‘Clients have lots of ideas that need editing by an Interior Designer in order to pull them all together’
Samantha Todhunter- Another favourite, Samantha talked a lot about Maximalist design she says there is a lot to be said at bringing playfulness & humour into your designs-we like Samantha!
Guy Oliver-Wow the projects this ‘Guy’ (lol) has worked on such as Claridges and Connaught Hotels & the stories he could tell were fascinating- We think he should write a book (if he hasn’t done so already!).
What did we learn?
I think most importantly from listening to the designers talks we learnt that there really are no set rules when it comes down to Interior Designers presenting their designs to clients, we all get so hung up on doing things in what is perceived as the most correct/up to date industry standard way but really it is whatever works for you & what your clients are happy with. Suzy made us laugh telling us she simply turns up with a ‘bag for life’ full of swatches & samples & then just turns it upside down on the table to empty it in front of the client & starts presenting.
What words of wisdom will we be passing onto any potential Interior Design clients?
‘Hiring an Interior Designer is about buying their experience it means you can finish your house & still have time to enjoy it as apposed to doing it yourself & it taking 30 years!’
If you or anyone you know would like help to pull your ideas together, resulting in an Interior Designed finished home that you can enjoy for years to come then please do get in contact we would be only to happy to assist!
