Rooms, details & the art of choosing
Classical interiors, considered in detail. Explore ideas for luxury sofa sets and dining rooms, with practical buying notes for the United States, Europe and Middle East.
Reception rooms
Begin with hospitality and conversation, then choose the sofa arrangement, serving routes and decorative character.
Read the story: Classical sofa sets for a majlis or formal Gulf reception room
International planning
For a city apartment or a larger home, a furniture plan must include the route inside as well as the final room.
Read the story: Classical furniture for European homes: plan the room and the route
International planning
A practical brief for US home buyers comparing classical sofa and dining sets from an international enquiry catalogue.
Read the story: Buying classical furniture for a home in the United States
Dining rooms
A dining set is more than a table and chairs. Plan storage, serving routes, finishes and what belongs in the quotation.
Read the story: Classical dining sets: how to coordinate a complete room
Sofas & seating
Look beyond a showroom photograph: compare construction information, comfort preferences, upholstery and the exact pieces included.
Read the story: Luxury sofa sets: the details to compare before you buy
Classical interiors
A practical way to choose between expressive ornament and a quieter classical composition, using a room brief rather than a style label.
Read the story: Classical or neoclassical furniture: choosing your room’s character