From Liverpool terrace to Barbican penthouse: magazine editor Tony Chambers on success from humble beginnings and why his dream home is the one he lives in
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Tony’s life story is incredibly inspiring. He began his career at The Sunday Times Magazine, then became the art director of GQ and was later appointed editor-in-chief of Wallpaper*, which arguably defined the design aesthetic of the noughties and taught us all how to live like urbane Scandinavians. We discussed his childhood home in the 1970s – which was a riot of swirly brown carpet, chintz cushions and fake-brick wallpaper – and his experience living on the Barbican estate in London for 27 years, which is longer than anyone else I know. This conversation was recorded in person at Tony’s Barbican home. For more: Head over to our website for more images of the places discussed Visit Tony Chambers' design agency, TC & Friends Sign up to The Modern House newsletter for weekly interior inspiration Check out Matt Gibberd’s latest book, A Modern Way To Live This episode was produced by Kate Taylor of Feast Collective and Hannah Phillips from The Modern House. Music is by Father. Graphic Design is by Tom Young. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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