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October holds a special place for British designers and interiors manufacturers, and it’s all because of Decorex. From 6–9 October 2024, Olympia Events in London hosted this prestigious annual event, renowned for its celebration of luxury interior design and craftsmanship.
If you're unfamiliar with it, Decorex is a must-attend showcase where top designers, architects, and industry professionals gather to discover the latest innovations in high-end furniture, lighting, textiles, and home accessories. At Decorex, visitors can explore curated exhibitions of unique products, attend design-focused talks, and participate in workshops, making it a hub for creative inspiration and networking. The event is known for highlighting cutting-edge trends while also celebrating timeless talent, making it a key date in the global interior design calendar.
As a hub for luxury curation, Portaire is no stranger to the exceptional brands showcasing their innovations this year. In this article, we’ll spotlight the most exciting launches of the season, giving you an insider’s view on where to discover them all: Portaire.
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Armac Martin
Armac Martin, a world class manufacturer of solid brass interior hardware, has launched a new collection of bathroom accessories. The collection includes towel rails, toilet roll holders, and robe hooks, which offer a touch of luxury and sophistication to bathrooms. Crafted in England from high-quality solid brass, the pieces are designed to complement two of the brand's popular collections: Cotswold, which brings a classic, countryside-inspired look, and MIX, which offers a more industrial, modern aesthetic. Every designer has a perfect piece for their style, so don’t hesitate and check out their collection.
Artisans of Devizes
Artisans of Devizes is celebrating its 35th anniversary of stone and tile craftsmanship at Decorex London 2024 by partnering with Exton Park Vineyard, known for its award-winning English sparkling wines. Together, they will offer an exceptional experience at Stand C66, where Exton Park’s wines will be served at a bespoke stone bar crafted by Artisans of Devizes. This collaboration highlights the shared values of craftsmanship, quality, and heritage between both brands. Make sure to check out more of Artisans of Devizes’ incredible products on Portaire.
Cameron Design House
Cameron Design House is unveiling the Koru chandelier at Decorex this year. Designed by founder Ian Cameron, Koru – meaning "jewel" in Finnish – draws from Cameron’s Finnish heritage and is designed to be a bold centrepiece. Each link of the chandelier is hand-carved from white alabaster, showcasing the material’s natural beauty with individual illumination highlighting its translucent veins.
This chandelier blends innovation, natural materials, and British metalwork, marking the studio's first use of this entrancing material. It is available in customizable lengths, configurations, and metal finishes, with a design service available to tailor the piece to specific spaces.
Clearwater Interiors
Clearwater Interiors' new AW24 collection introduces four striking colorways—Soft Pink, Navy Blue, Military Green, and Copper Brown—to their eco-luxe bathroom range. Celebrating creativity and bold design, this collection moves beyond the brand’s renowned quiet luxury, embracing an artistic and distinctive approach to bathroom design.
The rich Navy Blue and sunbaked Soft Pink create a dynamic contrast, enhanced by dual-toned baths, brushed brassware, and waterfall showers. The collection emphasises the transformative power of colour in both design and wellbeing, highlighted by standout pieces like The Clement Bath in Soft Pink and Matt White. Clearwater Interiors’ AW24 collection combines curated design and crafted tranquillity, offering an indulgent sensory experience that elevates both the space and the spirit while protecting nature. Who said calm spaces had to be beige? Check out their collections at Portaire.
Croft
Croft, a renowned British luxury hardware brand, will be showcasing its exquisite portfolio for the fourth year at Decorex. Visitors to Stand C20 will be treated to a beautifully curated selection of the brand’s finest door, window, cabinet, and interior fittings. The display will include pieces from the Legacy and Brooklands collections, inspired by iconic 1950s racing cars, the timeless Elegance collection, as well as modern ranges like Icon, Avenue, and Fusion. Classic knobs, backplates, and entrance door products will also feature prominently.
In addition, Croft will unveil two new launches at Decorex: the Narrow Espagnolette and the new Textured Collections, which include Bark, Shell, and Stone finishes. As a family-run business with a proud British heritage since 1868, Croft is dedicated to designing and handcrafting premium hardware in over 25 different finishes and patinas. You can also check them out on Portaire.
Crofts and Assinder
Crofts & Assinder is introducing a whopping three, totally new hardware collections as part of its Special Works range, all set to debut at Decorex 2024. These collections embody the brand's commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and timeless design, offering something unique for every design aesthetic.
First, meet the Skomer handle range, an eye-catching piece of design inspired by architecture. Featuring flat discs interrupted by a central hourglass silhouette, the Skomer handle creates a striking optical illusion. Available in Brushed Satin Brass and Polished Nickel, with bespoke finishes also offered, this range is a standout addition to any interior, available in multiple sizes for both handles and knobs.
Next is the Bamburgh handle family, a fusion of industrial aesthetics and timeless design. Inspired by the visual spectacle of industrial coils, the Bamburgh range brings adjacent rings together to form a contemporary yet versatile hardware solution. Available in Brushed Satin Brass, Brushed Satin Nickel, and Matt Black, this collection is perfect for modern and traditional interiors alike. Like all collections, Bamburgh offers multiple size options and bespoke finishes to ensure a personalised fit.
Finally, Crofts & Assinder presents the Braemar handle range, an elegant design inspired by the intricate flow of woodgrain. The smooth, tactile curves of the Braemar handle offer a sophisticated yet subtle touch, making it ideal for both modern and classic furniture. It is available in Brushed Satin Brass and Brushed Satin Nickel, with additional custom finishes. Very soon, you’ll see Crofts and Assinder’s beautiful products on Portaire. Make sure to subscribe to our newsletter so you don’t miss it!
ISHKAR
ISHKAR will unveil its new collection of contemporary hand-knotted carpets from Afghanistan at Decorex 2024. This collection draws inspiration from Afghanistan’s natural landscapes, featuring motifs based on traditional floral embroidery, including petals, buds, and pomegranates in tonal colour combinations. Each rug is crafted using naturally dyed, hand-spun Ghazni wool, renowned for its richness and natural lustre, sourced directly from the Afghan mountains. To check out some of their incredible work, you can use our platform, Portaire.
Samuel Heath
The One Hundred Collection by Samuel Heath celebrates the brand’s rich heritage, named after their historic factory at 100 Leopold Street, where they have been manufacturing since 1850. This collection highlights Samuel Heath’s long-standing tradition of British craftsmanship and design excellence, securing the brand's reputation as a creator of high-quality, timeless products.
Reflecting the essence of British tradition, One Hundred blends authenticity, integrity, and modern relevance. Drawing inspiration from iconic British designs, including automotive, fashion, and even the craftsmanship of cricket bats, the collection features two distinct design directions: Luxe and Modern. The Luxe range emphasises elegant glamour with refined lever designs inspired by the willow-wood cricket bat, complemented by crystal roundel options for added sophistication. The Modern range takes a more progressive approach, with sleek, utilitarian forms inspired by classic British automobiles, like the lines of an Aston Martin.
In addition, Samuel Heath introduces Old Brass Matt, a new finish in their aged brass collection. Crafted at their historic Birmingham foundry, this finish offers an antiqued look without the wait for natural patina. The blend of lacquer and colouring techniques creates dark striations that reflect light beautifully, while the matt lacquer ensures lasting durability with minimal upkeep. Old Brass Matt joins Samuel Heath's wide range of expertly crafted finishes, all produced in-house. Stay tuned for Samuel Heath’s introduction to Portaire. Coming soon.
Turnstyle Designs
Turnstyle Designs is debuting its new Brutalist-inspired Plinth collection at Decorex, featuring high-quality Italian bridal leather. This family-run British hardware company, founded over 30 years ago, is known for bespoke, design-led hardware for interior designers and high-end markets.
The Plinth collection, co-designed by founder Steve Roberts and his son Oscar, offers door levers, pulls, and cabinet handles. Customizable with materials like hand-hammered brass, Amalfine™ (their proprietary material), and hand-stitched Italian leather, it showcases bold, blocky architectural designs. The collection includes two new Amalfine™ finishes, Mosaic and Diamond, offering over 240+ finish combinations. The collection launches in this very Decorex! You can check out their collections at Portaire.
