This months TLS picks feature cool, contemporary sophistication and a shock of contemporary colour.  Be inspired by the carefully curated collections of stylish designer furniture, statement wallpaper and bold lighting. 

Milano. Every year I get hyped up to go the best designer furniture show in the world. There is nothing like the setting in Milan where you have the RHO Fiera - 25 halls of furniture from contemporary, traditional, lighting, kitchens and new designers to keep you busy and about 45 minutes from the center.

Networking. Such a general term for probably the most important aspect of business. While I may be in the office most of my day, my real job starts in the evenings when I attend events or go to my favourite members club, the Arts Club on Dover Street, which is in the heart of Mayfair. Safeer, my business partner, and I always seem to find ourselves networking at least once or twice a week. It usually starts off with a few drinks and by the end of the evening we have connected with people we would not have expected to meet. I will never forget the day when James Henderson, CEO of Bell Pottinger, overheard Safeer and I discussing The Longest Stay in the Arts Club. James popped over and said "I have heard of you, you're like Net A Porter but for home. I love your website and I think I can help you with a few introductions."