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  • Style Spotlight | Isabel Ladd | Parnham Park: A Modern Grand Tour on the Jurassic Coast

Style Spotlight | Isabel Ladd | Parnham Park: A Modern Grand Tour on the Jurassic Coast

As we approach our much anticipated auction Parnham Park: A Modern Grand Tour on the Jurassic Coast featuring the spectacular and varied collection of fossils, whole prehistoric skeletons, antique sculpture, art and furniture amassed over the years by visionary art collector James Perkins, we have been speaking to influential designer Isabel Ladd of Isabel Ladd interiors. She tells us how antiques inspire her designs and what are her favourite pieces from the sale.

Isabel Ladd Interiors is a full-service interior design firm based in Kentucky, known for creating thoughtfully curated, elegant, and functional spaces. Founded by Isabel Ladd, the firm specializes in residential and commercial projects, blending classic and modern aesthetics to craft unique interiors that reflect each client’s personality and lifestyle. Isabel's design philosophy focuses on creating warm, inviting environments using a mix of textures, colors, and carefully selected furnishings. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to quality, Isabel Ladd Interiors has earned a reputation for delivering beautiful, customized interiors that exude both comfort and sophistication.

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Isabel Ladd |

What types of items are you drawn to when shopping at an auction?

When I am shopping at an auction I am always drawn to tortoise painted, bamboo, wicker, and always ceramics.

Inline Image - Lot 88: A large French 'Palm' standard lamp, second half 20th century | Est. £2,000-3,000 (+ fees)
Lot 88: A large French 'Palm' standard lamp, second half 20th century | Est. £2,000-3,000 (+ fees)

What are some of your tips for finding antiques and vintage pieces to create unique interiors?

Always buy what inspires you in the moment! You will find a home for it later. I look at antiques not for what they are, but what they can be. A vase can be made into a lamp or a cool textile can be made into a headboard.

Inline Image - Lot 328: A pair of green velvet upholstered easy armchairs, modern | Est. £500-800 (+ fees)
Lot 328: A pair of green velvet upholstered easy armchairs, modern | Est. £500-800 (+ fees)

How do you incorporate antiques and interesting finds into your projects?

Incorporating antiques is second nature to me. I love to find balance and harmony. Antiques bring balance to my maximalist style and help ground the space.

Inline Image - Lot 52: A matched pair of floral floor lamps, circa 1970 | Est. £1,200-1,800 (+ fees)
Lot 52: A matched pair of floral floor lamps, circa 1970 | Est. £1,200-1,800 (+ fees)

How important do you think it is to mix antique and vintage pieces when designing a home versus buying everything brand new?

It is extremely important for me to create spaces that feel curated and collected. Each design needs to tell a story through the pieces that have had a past life.

Inline Image - Lot 222: A specimen marble circular centre table, Maltese or Italian, late 19th century | Est. £7,000-10,000 (+ fees)
Lot 222: A specimen marble circular centre table, Maltese or Italian, late 19th century | Est. £7,000-10,000 (+ fees)

The Parnham Park auction has many special and unique natural history highlights including a mammoth skeleton, ammonites, corals and a large amethyst cluster. What are some thoughtful ways to integrate historically significant pieces into a space with more contemporary design elements? What are some creative ways to incorporate natural elements into an interior?

I love to integrate natural pieces from nature. I would display a collection of coral en masse. For example, I would put all of the shells and coral on brackets and use them on all four walls of the room. Think of this as a 3D wall covering. I also love the idea of taking clusters of amethyst groups under a piece of glass to make a unique cocktail table where the entire base is amethyst. A true conversation piece. 

Inline Image - Lot 220: A pair of bronze dipped oyster pink feather table lamps, modern | Est. £800-1,200 (+ fees)
Lot 220: A pair of bronze dipped oyster pink feather table lamps, modern | Est. £800-1,200 (+ fees)

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Auction Details

Tuesday 13 May, 10.30am BST
Auction venue: Donnington Priory, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 2JE
Viewing venue: Parnham Park, Beaminster, Dorset DT8 3LZ

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  • Viewing at Parnham Park, Dorset | Entrance with catalogue only (admits two)
    • Friday 9 May: 10.30am-5pm
    • Saturday 10 May: 10.30am-5pm
    • Sunday 11 May: 10.30am-5pm
    • Monday 12 May: 10.30am-5pm

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