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.

BY jesse

July 4th, 2011

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