Milan Trends with Ultimo Interiors

Designer and Ultimo Interiors Commercial Manager, Andrew Thornton-Hick, speaks to Lisa O’Keeffe reporting the trends seen at the recent 2011 Milan Furniture Fair. Andrew reveals what’s coming to Australia and what’s coming soon to Ultimo Interiors.

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July 4th, 2011

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