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'Stylish Living is about inspiration; Stylish Living is about people achieving their dreams; Stylish Living is about the way we all want to live, love and share laughter.
Introducing the world of Stylish Living – a collaboration of the arts, individual artists and, indeed, anyone who appreciates life by design.
Stylish Living is the realisation of a dream by interior designer Agatha Ozhylovski, to bring individuals with their passion for the arts together by design. ‘These are their stories. I hope you find them as alluring as I do.’ - Agatha Ozhylovski, Creative Director - AgathaO House of Design
I think it doesn't get any more timelessly modern than industrial chic... Today I've decided to join a little party... an industrial chic party... This look is edgy with a hint of nostalgia! A few worn loved pieces add character and...
With an endless range of floor rug designs, styles, colours, materials and sizes deciding on the right floor rug for a particular room can be frustrating and confusing. Have you ever visited a home and noticed that something looked...
Christopher Guy furniture emanates a timeless beauty, each piece displaying the hallmarks of meticulous design, exquisite and authentic craftsmanship. The range graces the world’s best homes, as well as hotels such as London’s Mayfair and Savoy, the...
Pastiche designer chandelier collection, by definition is a mixture of different elements, aptly describes the inspiration for this collection. From classical Greek forms to delicate chinoiserie accents and opulent finishes, Pastiche unifies diverse...
Kitchen design by Agatha O @ house of design A very big THANK YOU to Catherine Clifton for publishing this home in Adelaide Matters magazine! And congratulations to Stotty's Building (Coffin Bay) plus their trades on a very well built home, the...
Martyn Lawrence-Bullard What does Kid Rock (aka Bob Ritchie) have in common with Grey’s Anatomy’s Ellen Pompeo? Or the Osbournes with queen of fashion Tamara Mellon, founder of Jimmy Choo? Or pop-icon Cher with legendary Sir Elton John? The...
Italian lighting company... These elegant designer lights are produced to the highest quality using innovative materials while creating new designs and shapes. The circle is a desire that returns again, it is nostalgia for perfection, it is...
Humankind has forever been fascinated by the stars. Stars represented the magnificent yet elusive goal to reach for: the powerful allure of the distant light. Ancient sky-gazers saw permanent patters made by stars, and identified them as symbols of...
This traditional style designer crystal chandelier is inspired by the magnificence water displays of eighteenth century fountains, Cascades is a collection of unique lighting fixtures of exquisite grace. Metal frames of warm silver leaf support...
Drawing inspiration from the London of the 1820's. A traditional style designer crystal chandelier is an original design with strong traditional roots, of solid brass and steel in a rich dark brown patina with garnet undertones....
This designer crystal chandelier collection has groundbreaking concept of dramatic sweeps of arcing beveled crystals, mounted with metal in a warm muted silver leaf. Requisite and innovative, the Beveled Arcs chandelier collection is...
Think gala night, introducing our latest addition to our hand knotted designer floor rug collection. This designer rug collection features stylish geometric designs made by master weavers with exquisite attention to detail. Each rug can be...
An innocent first kiss... "Laughter is the closest distance between two people" (Victor Borge) I hope this will bring a smile to your face, it did to...
Simple and stately! The 'Lauren floor lamp Collection' by Ralph Lauren offer luxury lighting in a design that complements both, the office and or the home. These designer floor lamp provide high fashion and function in one thoughtful form...
Decoration + Design and the Australian International Furniture Fair was held at the Sydney Exhibition Centre last week. Australia's leading soft furnishings and interior products Trade Fair showcased the latest designs from leading...
Pablo Picasso (1881–1973) ‘I paint the way some people write an autobiography. The paintings, finished or not, are the pages from my diary…’ - Pablo Picasso The greatest Pablo Picasso (1881–1973) exhibition ever came to...
From loom to room - custom made rugs with original designs that would not be seen anywhere else in the world Lavish international custom designer carpet and floor rug Company manufactured to the Chinese tradition, and recognised as the choice for a...
When it comes to decorating and dressing your walls, you have an opportunity to make a dramatic statement using art. A few important decorating tips to keep in mind when using framed photos, prints, canvases and box art, are outlined below....
It’s all about the fine detail… finding the perfect art piece for a project that completes the space, but what if you can’t find it? Finding just the right artwork and accessories really make a good design a great design. It gives...
January 23rd 2012 marks the beginning of another Chinese year, the year of the Dragon. The dragon is an important symbol in Chinese culture, with the five-clawed dragon being the most powerful, and therefore being a symbol belonging strictly...
Cultivating the cause of living like a King ++ Queen...
Exquisite attire, finest food & drink, subline design, beautiful vacations ++ magnificent transport; High cultural through to popular culture art, film, music ++ literature. All the things that are integral to leading a Stylish Life... And when it comes to spending money on commodities, we at AgathaO never fail to perform above & beyond the call of duty. Purchasing wisely is another matter though, ++ investing in items that will stand the test of time is a skill all in itself. With that in mind, here are a few things & experiences we’d happily acquire. Make it rain!
Agatha Ozhylovski, Creative Director - AgathaO House of Design
INVEST IN... GOOD TASTE ++ DISCRETION DICTATE OTHERWISE
Giving respect to the craft...
Impractical Choice by Royal Paris Coffee Maker
Handcrafted in 24-karat gold or silver with a crystal ++ semi-precious stone base. Science & opulent design are blended by French artist Jean-Luc Rieutort to produce a modern take on the historic balancing syphon brewer, used by 19th century royalty. Or, in other words, a lavish ++ fine example of caffeine craftsmanship. The art of brewing coffee is transformed into a ceremony by an automated system using scientific processes of heat, steam & gravity. This may all sound incredibly complicated, time-consuming & impractical, ++ that’s because, quite frankly, it is. But is it worth it? Absolutely.
Estimated Retail $14.5 - $24.5K
Giving respect to the craft...
Mid-Century Italian Marco Zanuso style Armchairs
Fabulous style & craftsmanship, Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs are as beautiful as they are comfortable. Quintessential Italian style in its curvy arms ++ simplistic style
Estimated Retail $13K
Giving respect to the craft...
Hublot Classic Fusion Racing Grey timepiece
Of the more understated of Hublot’s designs, the Classic Fusion has been given a makeover in the most versatile shades; grey. Elegant and sporty with its brushed titanium case, gorgeous sunburst dial ++ grey alligator leather strap. The exposed screw heads bolting down the bezel are a nice touch too
Giving respect to the craft...
Di Modolo Onyx & Diamond Cage Ring
Know first who you are, then adorn yourself accordingly...
We recommend this Polished 18K white gold Di Modolo black onyx & pave diamond cage ring. Statement ++ style in one
Giving respect to the craft...
Lamborghini Countach
By universal standards the Countach is a looker, the Michelle Pfeiffer of the automotive world, if you like. Like Pfeiffer, the Countach had achieved bedroom wall poster status by the early ‘80s, thanks to its monumental styling by Marcello Gandini, as well as its outstanding V12 pace
Giving respect to the craft...
Roberto Cavalli
Leather collarless jacket with dual pockets, zip closures, ruched panels ++ eagle print back... for the bad girl with style!
Giving respect to the craft...
Weatherproof Despatch Rider
The humble raincoat seldom receives the attention it deserves. Fortunately, there’s no danger of that where the remarkable Grenfell Despatch Rider is concerned
Wish you were here...
The Chedi Muscat, Oman
Walk from the lantern-lined reception through the gently arced hallways & out into the modern Moorish water gardens & you’re reminded of the Alhambra. Recline by one of the pristine pools or repair to the vast spa & you’ll note that the swarming crowds of that particular palace couldn’t be further from your reality
Wish you were here...
Bull & Bear Waldorf Astoria, New York
From its inception, the Waldorf Astoria gained international recognition for its lavish dinner parties & galas, often at the center of political & business conferences ++ fundraising schemes involving the rich & famous
What I’m Drinking...
Prancing Pony, Adelaide Hills
One visit simply isn’t enough. Prancing Pony Beer, Winner of World's Best Beer at the 2016 International Beer challenge London
What I’m Eating...
Benoit New York
The original NYC Benoit was opened in 2008 (the original Paris in 1912)
Warm & airy interior with rattan chairs on colourful cement tiled floors, white washed wood panelled walls, red velvet banquettes & lighting & fixtures from Paris flea market.
The highlight for sure, is the menu & includes radish with cucumber ++ mint, egg mayonnaise ++ crispy pig trotters, escargots, & scallops with creamy ++ crunchy cauliflower. The dessert list has some crowd-pleasing classics like crème caramel & lemon curd with cucumber, citrus confit ++ thyme
What I’m Reading...
Swans: Legends of Jet Society
Make no mistake; this is the one book that no stylish individual should be without. Penned by the masterful Nick Foulkes, an undisputed authority on the jet set era, this heroically proportioned tome represents the publishing values of Assouline at their most elevated
What I’m Watching...
Hacksaw Ridge
The extraordinary true story of conscientious objector Desmond T. Doss who saved 75 men in Okinawa, during the bloodiest battle of WWII, without firing a single shot
What I’m See...
Auguste Rodin Bodies Across Space & Time, Art Gallery of SA
Auguste Rodin redefined the idea of the body in sculpture. Bodies across space and time brings together key pieces by this pioneer of modern sculpture with an innovative selection of work by leading modern ++ contemporary artists who have similarly challenged our understanding of the human condition
What I’m Hearing...
KAN WAKAN - I Would
This is where musicians go to hear each other play. The room is alive. The crowd is full of familiar, knowing faces whose expressions are as much a part of the performance as the music itself. From the room, you’re transported to places all over the world ++ feelings from all over your life. That’s why you come here, to be taken there
What made me smile...
Boys will be boys! LOL
What inspired me...
The fears we don't face become our limits
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