By Appointment: Stefan Beckman

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Famed for his transformative set designs, the renowned creative director’s penchant for colour is rivalled only by the number of books he owns. As he collaborates with ABASK on our Salon installation, we discover his approach to craft and design.

Venini

Fazzoletto a Canne Hand-Blown Murano Glass Large Vase

£1,790
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Fazzoletto a Canne Hand-Blown Murano Glass Large Vase

Venini

£1,790
Coming soon

William & Son

Leather Snakes & Ladders and Ludo Games Compendium

£1,795
William & Son - Leather Snakes & Ladders and Ludo Games Compendium - Red - ABASK

William & Son

£1,795

Lena Rewell

Aza Handwoven Mohair Blanket

£990
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Lena Rewell - Aza Handwoven Mohair Blanket -  - ABASK

Lena Rewell

£990
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Green Wolf Lighting

Verde II Hand-Blown Murano Glass Portable Table Light

£380
Green Wolf Lighting - Verde II Hand-Blown Murano Glass Portable Table Light - Green - ABASK

Green Wolf Lighting

£380

Lucas Castex

No. 8 Hand-Carved Oiled Walnut Serving Board

£1,350
Lucas Castex - No. 8 Hand-Carved Oiled Walnut Serving Board -  - ABASK

Lucas Castex

£1,350

Atelier Saint-André Perrin

Marbled Ceramic Espresso Cup

£76
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Atelier Saint-André Perrin - Marbled Ceramic Espresso Cup -  - ABASK

Atelier Saint-André Perrin

£76
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The Elder Statesman

Super Soft Stripe Cashmere Robe

£2,695
The Elder Statesman - Striped Cashmere Robe -  - ABASK

The Elder Statesman

£2,695

Atelier Saint-André Perrin

Marbled Ceramic Large Serving Platter

£625
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Atelier Saint-André Perrin - Marbled Ceramic Large Serving Platter -  - ABASK

Atelier Saint-André Perrin

£625
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What role does craft and design play in your life?

I’m always looking for new and interesting things: shopping and sourcing, or just curious to see a new artist or maker.

How would you describe your interiors style?

Colourful and eclectic.

What is the best craft or design gift you’ve ever received?

A set of Sottsass graphic black and white ceramics. They look great in any interior.

What room in your home do you do your best thinking?

My living room has 25ft-high ceilings with windows that look on to nature all around. I sit in my striped Gaetano Pesce chairs and let my mind wander.

What is the first and last item you bought for your home?

One of the first were beautiful porcelain Hermès dishes that I still use every day. It seems indulgent but it’s wonderful to surround yourself with beautiful things every day. I recently got a vintage 1970s chrome lamp that I love.

Emilia Wickstead

Naples Porcelain Dinner Plate

£96
Emilia Wickstead - Naples Porcelain Dinner Plate -  - ABASK

Emilia Wickstead

£96

Venini

1985 Laura de Santillana Monofiore Hand-Blown Murano Glass Perfume Bottle

£280
Venini - 1985 Laura de Santillana Monofiore Hand-Blown Murano Glass Perfume Bottle -  - ABASK

Venini

£280

Osanna Visconti

Melted Hand-Cast Bronze Candle Holder

£1,345
Osanna Visconti - Melted Hand-Cast Bronze Candle Holder - Black - ABASK

Osanna Visconti

£1,345

Antique and Vintage

1970s Murano Glass Box

£1,250
Antique and Vintage - 1970s Murano Glass Box -  - ABASK

Antique and Vintage

£1,250

Carl Auböck

Brass Oversized Foot

£3,395
Carl Auböck - Brass Oversized Foot - Gold - ABASK -

Carl Auböck

£3,395

Qäsa Qäsa Carvers

Hand-Carved Blackwood Serving Utensils (Set of 5)

£106
Qäsa Qäsa Carvers - Hand-Carved Blackwood Serving Utensils (Set of 5) -  - ABASK -

Qäsa Qäsa Carvers

£106
Which item in your home brings you the most joy?

A beautiful 1960s Murano lamp that my mother had beside her bed. Every time I turn it on, it brings me joy.

What do you – or what would you like to – collect?

Interesting ephemera with great graphics, old invitations on beautiful paper and exhibition catalogues from over the years.

What item in your home can’t you bear to part with?

My collection of books that span art, architecture, interiors, fashion and everything else. I must be approaching 10,000 at this point.

What’s the greatest heirloom you’re most proud to pass on?

My father gave me this huge quartz crystal ball. It’s bigger than a basketball, something like a sorcerer would have. It’s beautiful and decadent.

What is your go-to gift for a host?

I love giving something useful and special, like beautiful cocktail napkins and colourful cocktail glasses.

Pierrot Doremus

Filigrane Hand-Blown Glass Twist Highball

£66
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Pierrot Doremus

£66
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Taf Firenze

Dogs Hand-Embroidered Linen Cocktail Napkins (Set of 6)

£245
Taf Firenze - Dogs Hand-Embroidered Linen Cocktail Napkins (Set of 6) -  - ABASK

Taf Firenze

£245

Los Encajeros

Valver Embroidered Linen Cocktail Napkins (Set of 6)

£58
Los Encajeros - Valver Embroidered Linen Cocktail Napkins (Set of 6) - Blue - ABASK -

Los Encajeros

£58

Moser

Optic Hand-Blown Crystal Martini Glasses (Set of 2)

£120
Optic Hand-Blown Crystal Martini Glasses (Set of 2)

Moser

£120

Emsie Sharp

Hand-Blown Glass Striped Highball

£130
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Emsie Sharp

£130

Loretta Caponi

Mendini Fish Hand-Embroidered Linen Cocktail Napkins (Set of 6)

£295
Loretta Caponi - Mendini Fish Hand-Embroidered Linen Cocktail Napkins (Set of 6) - White - ABASK

Loretta Caponi

£295

Carlo Moretti

Bora Hand-Blown Murano Glass Tumbler

£115
Carlo Moretti - Bora Hand-Blown Murano Glass Tumbler - Red - ABASK

Carlo Moretti

£115