Virginia

A low key silhouette with a slim base and elegant styling for an indisputably contemporary style.

Savoir Virginia Bed, featuring a striking green rectangular headboard, photographed against stark, white interior of the Lypiatt Park Manor.

An angular headboard is combined with woven horsehair fabric, creating a seamless yet textural aesthetic.

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Designer's notes

Mattress/ Bed Nº
Seen above with our Nº4, but works well with any bed set. Our Savoir slim or Nº4 bases pair particularly well.

Headboard
The Virginia headboard is crafted with natural materials and upholstered by hand for a unique finish. Made by Savoir craftspeople in London or Wales.

Fabric
Upholstered in John Boyd horsehair in ‘Paso PA/551 Pine’ with piping in Dedar ‘Tabularasa Noir Col 39’.

Legs
Georgian legs with brass metal cups.

Height
60cm above topper/mattress.

Detail
Piping adds gentle framing to the headboard.

CUSTOMISE YOUR BED

We hold no stock; your bed begins with you. From the shape of your body to the style of your home, dimensions, materials and fabrics can all be personalised to create a unique and bespoke piece of furniture.

Savoir No 1 bed

Nº1

Our deepest box spring base and mattress for the ultimate in comfort. Best suited to the grandest designs.

Savoir No 2 bed

Nº2

The original Savoy bed, created over a century ago and handcrafted in London to this day. Sublime comfort and craftsmanship.

Savoir No 3 bed

Nº3

Handcrafted in Wales, the mattress, base and topper are made using the traditional craft methods and materials for which we are famous.

Savoir No 4 bed

Nº4

Created following demand from some of the world’s best hotels, the Nº4 feels firmer than our other models, yet breathes longevity and comfort.

Slim

Our slender base is just 12cm deep but offers all the comfort of a box spring.

Plain swatch example for Savoir bed

Plain

Natural fibres – pure cotton, linen, or wool or a blend. Any fabric, any colour, suitable for upholstery.

Gold velvet fabric

Velvet

The epitome of luxury, velvet offers a tactile feel as well as a striking aesthetic.

Leather swatch example for Savoir bed

Leather

Smooth and supple, leather and suede are timeless material choices.

A close up image of one of our upholstery options, the intricate herringbone fabric showcasing a blend of rich red colour and soft cream tone.

Small Pattern

Herringbone, check or floral to name a few, a subtle print can transform a design.

Print swatch example for Savoir bed

Print

Bold stripes, abstract or floral. For when you want to make a statement.

National Gallery swatch example for Savoir bed

National Gallery

Choose a National Gallery painting to adorn your headboard.

Horse hair fabric close up details

Horse hair

Recognised for its unequalled lustre and durability, horsehair presents a unique and timeless aesthetic.

Castor leg

Castor

Versatile and low key with gentle gliding action.

Tapered wood leg

Tapered

Solid wood blocks, gently tapered. Also available in oak, maple or fully upholstered.

Gold metal leg for a Savoir bed

Metal

Sleek and minimal for a contemporary aesthetic. In a brass or silver finish.

Manhattan wood tapered leg

Manhattan

Our tapered leg with the addition of slim metal caps. Available in a gold or silver finish.

A curved wooden leg with a Rosewood finish for Savoir Beds

Holly

A graceful curved wooden leg in a Rosewood finish.

Georgian leg in dark wood finish

Georgian

Classic Georgian style legs. Choose a light or dark finish, with or without metal caps.

Harlech leg in a gold finish

Harlech

Slender metal legs with a slim hourglass. Available in gold, silver, or antique brass finish.

Savoir bed leg designed to emulate a cloud

Cloud

Organic shape, designed to emulate a cloud. Crafted in metal. Various finishes available.

Ian leg in nickel finish

Ian

Contemporary metal leg with a minimalist aesthetic. Bronze finish.

Claw bed leg finished in gold

Gilded

Traditional claw foot, gilded in gold or silver.

Cylindrical leg in perspex

Perspex

A clear cylindrical leg.

Block leg in dark wood

Block

Simple wooden blocks, the perfect partner to deep bases.

Piping

Add single or double piping for definition or to accentuate curves.

Nailing

Enhance a classic design with nailing in brass, silver or old speckled gold.

Wood Trim

Contrast trim in Walnut, Ebony, Oak or natural Maple adds refinement.

Veneered Wood Trim

Wood trim in Macassar Ebony or Walnut Burr veneer brings an elegant finish to the design.

Deep Buttoning

Add deep buttoning to introduce a classic touch or add interest to your design.

INSPIRATION

A selection of custom designs for the Virginia

Features

Horsehair

Horsehair fabric was originally used by famous furniture designers such as Chippendale, Hepplewhite, Lutyens, and Rennie Mackintosh, and is ideally suited to most forms of upholstered furniture - antique, classical, and contemporary. Recognised for its unequalled lustre and durability, it presents a unique and timeless aesthetic.

Virginia White

A widely established interior designer, Virginia specialises in classic interiors with antique and vintage pieces to create homes for modern living. She has worked predominantly for residential clients and is also an art consultant, drawing on her art history background and training.

Savoir box spring star-lashing

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