Reclaimed Woman

Reclaimed Radiators founder David Lucas shares his journey — from restoring dainty decorative antiques, known as “smalls” in the trade, to architectural heavyweights: original cast iron radiators. We discuss salvage stories and the restoration and reuse of reclaimed radiators. It’s a fascinating chat if, like me, you’re exploring efficient ways to heat an older home or are curious about how the past can help shape the future, while reducing the carbon footprint of your renovation.David also gives me

It all began with a mid-century Mexican hand mirror that now hangs in my hall. Think of the things that give a home feeling, and meet Opto, a homeware brand of one-of-a-kind vintage pieces founded by Brian Tufte and Marcus Stemp. Our conversation gave me a lot of peace ahead of the next phase of my home renovation, so I am excited for you to hear their approach to collecting and designing their home. Slow design can be easy to preach and harder to practise in a world accustomed to next-day

Threading a line between the past and present with the hair accessories Nina Kovacevic handcrafts, reusing antique decoration. We chat about early influences since she came to London, fleeing the war from former Yugoslavia in the early 90s, Dolly Parton, and changing attitudes to shopping secondhand. I learn how to start a new season Nina style by revisiting precious pieces in your wardrobe, and you’ll also hear how her approach to vintage shows up in her home. Delicious shelves anyone?Find War