World renowned designer, Martyn Lawrence Bullard is infamous for his eclectic and always stylish interiors.
Partnering together with ANN SACKS, Martyn has created three inspiring tile lines: Eastern Promise encaustic concrete collection, Hermitage mirrored glass collection, and newly introudued Eutopia glass mosaics collection.
Listen in as Sophie Donelson interviews Martyn Lawrence Bullard on his creative process and his inspiration behind three signature tile collections.
Eutopia
Introducing Eutopia, a new handcrafted collection of exquisite glass mosaics inspired by historical botanical global designs. The newest collection from renowned designer, Martyn Lawrence Bullard features five intricate floral inspired patterns which gives a dimensional depth of color, and textural nuance to your space.
“The inspiration behind my new Eutopia collection was really born of my passion for east Indian and mid European textiles. The beauty of these magical designs, many depicting the tree of life and mogul flowers, have long been thought of as the very basis of classic design and became the symbols of good taste and fashion throughout the last 4 centuries.”
- MARTYN LAWRENCE BULLARD
Eastern Promise
Handcrafted in Morocco, Eastern Promise by Martyn Lawrence Bullard is an updated version of the softly honed tiles that flavor the Moroccan landscape, and heralded the world over for its coveted colors and remarkable patterning. Lawrence Bullard draws inspiration not only from his travels, but from his love of the modern interpretations that were made so prevalent in 20th century design.
Hermitage
Martyn Lawrence Bullard’s Hermitage mirrored tile takes its cues from 20th century design, yet remain true to ANN SACKS’ handcraft by employing the art of 18th century mirror-making techniques to achieve the lustrous surfaces.The antiqued mirrored tiles are patterned with designs such as zebra and leopard, creating a look that is reminiscent of the decorative art of verre églomisé - a difficult, almost extinct, technique mastered by the French in the 18th century.
