Rabitti 1969 Jota Leather Basket
US$3,315
Rabitti 1969 Jota Leather Basket
US$3,315
By Appointment: William Smalley
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An architect of rare sensibility, William Smalley shares a deep understanding for old buildings and their contexts with an excitement for new spaces. His work seeks to create memorable spaces of strong materiality.
Perfumer H Smoke Hand-Blown Candle
US$108
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Perfumer H Smoke Hand-Blown Candle
US$108
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Carl Auböck Brass Fireplace Tool Set
US$3,970
Carl Auböck Brass Fireplace Tool Set
US$3,970
Onoyoshi Hamono Trimming Shears with Braided Leather Handles
US$280
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Onoyoshi Hamono Trimming Shears with Braided Leather Handles
US$280
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Suk Keun Kang Ottchil Wood Large Bowl
US$755
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Suk Keun Kang Ottchil Wood Large Bowl
US$755
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Giobagnara Leather Outdoor Boules Set
US$1,805
Giobagnara Leather Outdoor Boules Set
US$1,805
Begg x Co Arran Cashmere Reversible Blanket (72in/1.8m)
US$1,050
Begg x Co Arran Cashmere Reversible Blanket (72in/1.8m)
US$1,050
Carl Auböck Brass Cup
US$395
Carl Auböck Brass Cup
US$395
What role does craft and design play in your life?
I am an architect, it is my life.
How would you describe your interiors style?
I’ve just written a book about Quiet Spaces, so I better say quiet.
What is the best craft or design gift you’ve ever received?
Anything by Carl Auböck is going to be well received.
What room in your home do you do your best thinking?
The bathroom, in the bath.
What is the first and last item you bought for your home?
The first: taps. The last: a painting by artist Grace Watts.
Carl Auböck Brass Oversized Foot
US$4,600
Carl Auböck Brass Oversized Foot
US$4,600
Madre Linen Hand-Dyed Linen Contrast-Edge Tablecloth (110in/2.79m)
US$320
Suk Keun Kang Hamji Ottchil Wood Large Bowl
US$955
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Suk Keun Kang Hamji Ottchil Wood Large Bowl
US$955
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Denis Colomb Hokkaido Ulliman Cashmere and Cotton Blanket (79in/2m)
US$1,040
Denis Colomb Hokkaido Ulliman Cashmere and Cotton Blanket (79in/2m)
US$1,040
Ido Ferber Yunomi Urushi Cypress Wood Cup
US$178
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Ido Ferber Yunomi Urushi Cypress Wood Cup
US$178
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Carl Auböck Walnut Brass Paperweight
US$220
Carl Auböck Walnut Brass Paperweight
US$220
Rose Uniacke Hand-Dyed Cashmere Large Blanket (118in/3m)
US$4,495
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Rose Uniacke Hand-Dyed Cashmere Large Blanket (118in/3m)
US$4,495
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Carl Auböck Brass, Iron and Cane Watering Can
US$2,260
Carl Auböck Brass, Iron and Cane Watering Can
US$2,260
Which item in your home brings you the most joy?
I have a vintage fórcola, the oarlock of a Venetian gondola, for which I had an arm made by Carlo Scarpa’s metalworkers in Venice. It’s pretty special.
What do you—or what would you like to—collect?
I don’t have the collecting gene, but it would be Cy Twomblys if I could.
What item in your home can’t you bear to part with?
Dylan, my exceptionally cute Jack Russell.
What’s the greatest heirloom you’re most proud to pass on?
I have some ceramics I would like to pass on to someone special.
What is your go-to gift for a host?
If (over) staying with friends, Madre Linen.
William Smalley's first book, Quiet Spaces, is published by Thames & Hudson on 12th October 2023 in the UK and 7th November 2023 in the US.