all in the detail

Peekaboo pattern and fun pops of colour: furniture restorer Jay Blades’ collaboration with G Plan coming this spring is made for a joyful and statement scheme

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As a master of the art of restoring furniture, Jay Blades has plenty of wisdom to share when it comes to refreshing a scheme. In light of a new collection with G Plan, we spoke to the designer about happy-making design – and the joy to be found in unexpected details.

Your work with G Plan is centred around refreshing their iconic designs with fun fabrics. The unexpected details feel very joyful – what effect do you think they have?