Insights on Design and Culture

BLUEMATERIALS celebrates detail, symbolism, and storytelling.

Our Journal offers insights on the cultures, art, and architecture that inspire our designs and reveal the stories behind each accessory.

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Eltham Palace

Eltham Palace

Eltham Palace is one of the best surviving examples of Art Deco private interiors. A living record of a lifestyle that celebrated artistry and opulence even in the most intimate...

Eltham Palace

Eltham Palace is one of the best surviving examples of Art Deco private interiors. A living record of a lifestyle that celebrated artistry and opulence even in the most intimate...

A photo of the Supertrees of Singapore's Gardens by the Bay with a view of the city in the background

Gardens By The Bay

Imagination in urban planning can not only transform a city, but become the centrepiece of its international marketing campaign. 

Gardens By The Bay

Imagination in urban planning can not only transform a city, but become the centrepiece of its international marketing campaign. 

Photo of a detail of the famous clock on St Marco Square in Venice with golden zodiac symbols on blue enamel backing and the word BLUE overlayed

Blue

Why is Blue the point of reference for BLUEMATERIALS. The history and symbolism behind this favourite of colours have the answer. 

Blue

Why is Blue the point of reference for BLUEMATERIALS. The history and symbolism behind this favourite of colours have the answer. 

Collage of menswear details with the central image of a pocket square on a lapel of a cream blazer paired with a crisp white shirt

The Venetian

How the architecture of Venice, and particularly Casa d'Oro, has inspired The Venetian, one of the original designs of the collection. 

The Venetian

How the architecture of Venice, and particularly Casa d'Oro, has inspired The Venetian, one of the original designs of the collection.