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The first time I gazed upon the samples within Fameed Khalique\u2019s\ncollection of luxury materials, it quite literally took my breath away. The intricacy\nand beauty of the samples are otherworldly, reflecting one\u2019s dreams and\nimaginations in swirls of colors and luminous materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Meet Fameed Khalique<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nTo provide the most bare-bones explanation of Fameed Khalique, he has made a successful career by amassing knowledge in luxury materials and distributing beautiful scarves and cushions through his lifestyle brand Khalique. Working with elite interior designers and architects, Fameed shares his expertise to help creative minds find the perfect surfaces and materials for their projects. In a world filled with an abundance of textures and materials, it is easy to get overwhelmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Metallic](\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Metallic-Surfaces_Fameed-Khalique-.jpg\")
<\/a>Metallic surfaces from Fameed Khalique. The floor is a stunning eco-friendly product Fameed recently started carrying called Alumalux and made from recycled aluminum.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nI like to think of Fameed as a mysterious figure in a magical\nrealism novel. In an otherwise plain world, Fameed stands out. With a vast\narray of knowledge, he is like the mystic that the protagonist must consult for\nguidance before continuing on their journey. There is a magical quality to his\nwork, in the way he is able to perfectly select what the client needs before he\nor she even knew they wanted it. Maybe it\u2019s not magical realism, maybe it\u2019s\nmagical Fameedism. Whatever it is, he\u2019ll know exactly how to help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n![\"marble](\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Marble-with-Metal-Inlay.jpg\")
<\/a>Marble with Metal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nA Natural Instinct for Finding Treasurable Innovative\u00a0Materials<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nFameed has a gift for spotting unique materials, along with the vision to come up with innovative ways to use them. Throughout the years he has amassed an extraordinary collection of luxury fabrics and finishes through his showroom in London’s Chelsea Furniture & Arts Building. However, his services do not end there. Not only does he showcase breathtaking products in his showroom, but Fameed also provides a sourcing service to help his clients track down elusive products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"metallic](\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Embroidery-1024x288.png\")
<\/a>(R – L) Copper Mesh Embroidered With Crystals, Bespoke Embroidered Fur; Bespoke Embroidery<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n![\"zebra](\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Zebra-Random.jpg\")
<\/a>Zebra Marble in Random Pattern<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n![\"innovative](\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Surfaces-1024x285.png\")
<\/a>(R – L) White Nappa Leather; Eglomise Art Deco, Etched Star in Bronze; Semi-Precious Stone<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nCertainly having an eye for what is beautiful, I asked him how he honed this ability. He answered, \u201cI like to offer designers the impossible, so I strive to search for the most beautiful materials and the most intricate techniques on the market, whether it\u2019s precious stones, wood veneer wallcoverings, hand-embroidered raffia or something else. It\u2019s a visceral reaction\u2026 I feel I know when I find something special.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n![\"bronze](\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Fameed-Khalique-bronze-cut-.jpg\")
<\/a>A bronze cut leather, one of the many innovative materials offered by Fameed Khalique<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nA visceral response, an instinctive reaction, Fameed is gifted with an innate ability to find the most beautiful things this world offers. He welcomes the challenge of finding the perfect materials for his clients, and he finds joy in the process, loving the way designers’ faces light up when he introduces them to something new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n![\"art](\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Fameed-Khalique-2.jpg\")
<\/a>Art Deco Inlaid Wood Flooring and Leather Fretwork Panel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nLuxurious Materials Everywhere<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n![\"printed](\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Green-Agate-Printed-Glass.jpg\")
<\/a>Printed Glass Green Agate<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nWorking with \u201cartisans and design studios from all over the\nworld,\u201d Fameed has gained experience in a diverse range of projects. Having\nworked \u201cfrom residential to hospitality, aviation and marine, and everything in\nbetween,\u201d there is no project that he cannot find a surface for. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As Fameed\u2019s\nskills are sought after by leading design studios worldwide, \u201cif you are\nsitting on leather in a top London restaurant, holidaying on a luxury yacht, or\nstaying in a beautiful hotel, you may well have enjoyed one of our surfaces,\u201d\nhe says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nFinding Inspiration<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nWhile he has the ability to find inspiration anywhere, whether it is \u201ca detail on a ladies handbag, or architectural structures, or artisanal craft,\u201d the beauty and glamour of the Art Deco period is a particular source of inspiration for him. \u201cThe sense of glamour and luxury the period created can certainly be found in our collections,\u201d he says. <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"beaded](\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Fameed-Khalique-Embroidery-.jpg\")
<\/a>Embroidery<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nConsider The Great Gatsby<\/em>, a novel epitomizing the beauty and glamour of the Art Deco period. I imagine Fameed\u2019s mind is organized like that \u2013 an extravagant, yet elegant affair. As we move on from this decade and onto the next, will the Roaring Twenties come again? Surely Fameed\u2019s intricate samples will be needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\nA\u00a0 Treasure Trove of Innovative Materials: The London Showroom of Fameed Khalique<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nI asked Fameed what he considers to be the biggest accomplishment in his career so far. In response, he told us about the \u201csense of pride walking into the showroom and seeing the unique collection of surfaces we have sourced, and in particular, the look on designers’ faces when they find the perfect solution \u2013 that gives me a sense of accomplishment, time and time again.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"fameed](\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Fameed-Khalique-3.jpg\")
<\/a>Fameed Khalique in his showroom in London’s Chelsea Furniture & Arts Building <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe magic unfolds in Fameed’s London showroom, and the way he describes it is nothing short of poetic. \u201cIt\u2019s a treasure trove and a library, brimming with thousands of surfaces and finishes on every wall and inside every drawer; it\u2019s a place of discovery.\u201d It is designed to be a space for his clients to wander, gaining inspiration and forming ideas surrounded by the beauty of the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\n\n\nKhalique, The Lifestyle Brand<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIn addition to sourcing unique and innovative materials from around the world, Fameed also began a lifestyle brand called Khalique<\/a>. Doing so has been a dream of his for some time. While he had such an incredible collection of surfaces, he wanted to make them more accessible to a wider audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"luxury](\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Khalique-Pillows-1024x289.png\")
<\/a>Luxury Cushions by Khalique<\/em>
<\/em><\/strong>(R – L) Josephine Hand Embroidered Sequin Silk Cushion; Folles Hand Embroidered Sequin Cushion; Hildreth Silk Cushion<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\u201cWith my love of fashion, it felt like a natural development to\ntransition into retail and specifically into home accessories and fashion goods.\u201d\nHis cushions and scarves are designed to feel timeless, incorporating materials\nsuch as \u201cembellished silk, sumptuous hand embroideries, woven leathers, bonded\nsuede and cashmere,\u201d and skilled craftsmanship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"luxury](\"https:\/\/www.lovehappensmag.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Fameed-Khalique-Scarves-3-1024x454.png\")
<\/a> Luxury Scarves by Khalique
<\/em>(R – L) Bonded Suede & Cashmere Mesh; Nappa Leather with Hemstitch Detail; Woven Nappa Leather & Wool with Fringe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHaving had the courage to start his own company, overtime Fameed Khalique has grown to own \u201cthe largest selection of luxury surfaces all under one roof, in the world\u201d with his Chelsea showroom. He has successfully branched out from helping designers source material, effortlessly expanding his brand into home goods and retail. Fameed is an inspiration to entrepreneurs everywhere and a must-know for anyone looking for material treasures!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Words by <\/em>Hojung Lee<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nAll Photos Courtesy of Fameed Khalique<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n
<\/a>I like to think of Fameed as a mysterious figure in a magical\nrealism novel. In an otherwise plain world, Fameed stands out. With a vast\narray of knowledge, he is like the mystic that the protagonist must consult for\nguidance before continuing on their journey. There is a magical quality to his\nwork, in the way he is able to perfectly select what the client needs before he\nor she even knew they wanted it. Maybe it\u2019s not magical realism, maybe it\u2019s\nmagical Fameedism. Whatever it is, he\u2019ll know exactly how to help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n Fameed has a gift for spotting unique materials, along with the vision to come up with innovative ways to use them. Throughout the years he has amassed an extraordinary collection of luxury fabrics and finishes through his showroom in London’s Chelsea Furniture & Arts Building. However, his services do not end there. Not only does he showcase breathtaking products in his showroom, but Fameed also provides a sourcing service to help his clients track down elusive products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Certainly having an eye for what is beautiful, I asked him how he honed this ability. He answered, \u201cI like to offer designers the impossible, so I strive to search for the most beautiful materials and the most intricate techniques on the market, whether it\u2019s precious stones, wood veneer wallcoverings, hand-embroidered raffia or something else. It\u2019s a visceral reaction\u2026 I feel I know when I find something special.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n A visceral response, an instinctive reaction, Fameed is gifted with an innate ability to find the most beautiful things this world offers. He welcomes the challenge of finding the perfect materials for his clients, and he finds joy in the process, loving the way designers’ faces light up when he introduces them to something new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n Working with \u201cartisans and design studios from all over the\nworld,\u201d Fameed has gained experience in a diverse range of projects. Having\nworked \u201cfrom residential to hospitality, aviation and marine, and everything in\nbetween,\u201d there is no project that he cannot find a surface for. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As Fameed\u2019s\nskills are sought after by leading design studios worldwide, \u201cif you are\nsitting on leather in a top London restaurant, holidaying on a luxury yacht, or\nstaying in a beautiful hotel, you may well have enjoyed one of our surfaces,\u201d\nhe says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While he has the ability to find inspiration anywhere, whether it is \u201ca detail on a ladies handbag, or architectural structures, or artisanal craft,\u201d the beauty and glamour of the Art Deco period is a particular source of inspiration for him. \u201cThe sense of glamour and luxury the period created can certainly be found in our collections,\u201d he says. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Consider The Great Gatsby<\/em>, a novel epitomizing the beauty and glamour of the Art Deco period. I imagine Fameed\u2019s mind is organized like that \u2013 an extravagant, yet elegant affair. As we move on from this decade and onto the next, will the Roaring Twenties come again? Surely Fameed\u2019s intricate samples will be needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n I asked Fameed what he considers to be the biggest accomplishment in his career so far. In response, he told us about the \u201csense of pride walking into the showroom and seeing the unique collection of surfaces we have sourced, and in particular, the look on designers’ faces when they find the perfect solution \u2013 that gives me a sense of accomplishment, time and time again.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n The magic unfolds in Fameed’s London showroom, and the way he describes it is nothing short of poetic. \u201cIt\u2019s a treasure trove and a library, brimming with thousands of surfaces and finishes on every wall and inside every drawer; it\u2019s a place of discovery.\u201d It is designed to be a space for his clients to wander, gaining inspiration and forming ideas surrounded by the beauty of the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n Innovative Art: Atelier du Renard<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to sourcing unique and innovative materials from around the world, Fameed also began a lifestyle brand called Khalique<\/a>. Doing so has been a dream of his for some time. While he had such an incredible collection of surfaces, he wanted to make them more accessible to a wider audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWith my love of fashion, it felt like a natural development to\ntransition into retail and specifically into home accessories and fashion goods.\u201d\nHis cushions and scarves are designed to feel timeless, incorporating materials\nsuch as \u201cembellished silk, sumptuous hand embroideries, woven leathers, bonded\nsuede and cashmere,\u201d and skilled craftsmanship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Having had the courage to start his own company, overtime Fameed Khalique has grown to own \u201cthe largest selection of luxury surfaces all under one roof, in the world\u201d with his Chelsea showroom. He has successfully branched out from helping designers source material, effortlessly expanding his brand into home goods and retail. Fameed is an inspiration to entrepreneurs everywhere and a must-know for anyone looking for material treasures!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Words by <\/em>Hojung Lee<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n All Photos Courtesy of Fameed Khalique<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>A Natural Instinct for Finding Treasurable Innovative\u00a0Materials<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a>Finding Inspiration<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>A\u00a0 Treasure Trove of Innovative Materials: The London Showroom of Fameed Khalique<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/em><\/strong>(R – L) Josephine Hand Embroidered Sequin Silk Cushion; Folles Hand Embroidered Sequin Cushion; Hildreth Silk Cushion<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a>
<\/em>(R – L) Bonded Suede & Cashmere Mesh; Nappa Leather with Hemstitch Detail; Woven Nappa Leather & Wool with Fringe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n