Less glamorous items routinely removed during home renovations—such as small appliances, white goods, unwanted furniture, and TVs—are in dire need within the refugee community….
The stripes of our hand-loomed Turkish rugs strike a timeless chord between wholesome roots and contemporary style. Made mostly from naturally pigmented wool, they reflect the beautiful colours of the sheep in…
Our thanks go to Asad Syrkett and the incredible Elle Decor team for their continuous support in bringing the Retrouvius philosophy to a wider audience.
The Restoration Guide is a collaboration between Salvo and The House Directory that shares handy hints to reinvigorate repair culture for your home and garden projects.
“There’s a deep crossover in mine and Maria’s philosophies when it comes to reuse… we both take something that people discard and turn it into something that’s valued and beautiful.”
A dose of inspiration from some of the kitchens we’ve designed, showcasing the various ways that reclaimed iroko could be incorporated into your project.
Explore our favourite ways to repurpose reclaimed windows; extending the play of natural light and visual connection, while maintaining practical features like acoustic barriers.
The versatility of vintage drawers extends far beyond their original purpose. Repetition of these unique items opens up exciting possibilities for creative re-use. Here are our top 5 ideas:
Retrouvius’ philosophy revolves around more than just aesthetic design—it’s a reverence for history, the inherent value of hard-won natural materials and craftsmanship..
This revisit wasn’t just a renovation; it encapsulated the narrative of a home evolving gracefully, where design seamlessly intertwines with the stories of its inhabitants.
Featured in the November 2023 issue of Milk Decoration. One of our favourite details from this London home was the bespoke washstand in the bathroom which we made from panels of copper…
These fabulous hand-carved panels were salvaged from an iconic venue in Camden, with an abundance of re-use potential from headboards to wall cladding.
Throughout The George in Rye, you’ll find an array of reclaimed and salvaged materials. It’s in the story of their origins that the design really comes to life.