Sarah Douglas is Global Advisor to Hauser & Wirth’s magazine, Ursula, a consultant at the Steve Jobs Archive, and an agent for Martino Gamper. She was previously Editor-in-Chief and Creative Director for Wallpaper*, and prior to that Art Editor at The Architects’ Journal. Sarah is on the board of trustees of Studio Voltaire in London, the ITS Arcademy in Trieste and is committed to supporting the next generation of artists, designers and creative thinkers. She has hosted talks and panel discussions around the world such as at COP26 and Salone del Mobile, and judged numerous global art and design competitions including the London Design Medals.
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Style Notes
Draw or sketch?
I’m a note-taker and a list-writer - I like to commit ideas to paper, and to draw patterns while thinking.
Discuss or scream?
Definitely to discuss… and most importantly to listen.
Stillness or madness?
Both. I enjoy the madness of life, work, play, and the stillness in between. The madness provides the inspiration and drive; the stillness is when the ideas come.
What is your first rule of personal style?
Simple, classic and elevate with jewellery.
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Who is your style icon?
Cini Boeri, the late Italian architect and designer. Simple silhouettes, neutral colours and refined tailoring. She was effortlessly elegant.
Lifetime treasure or throwaway?
I treasure objects that hold meaning for me, but I’m just as good at letting go of those that don’t. I’m a firm believer in the philosophy of Dieter Rams: “less but better”
What period of design seems most relevant today?
The Bauhaus. They believed in human-centred design, accessibility, and the thoughtful integration of technology. The Bauhaus philosophy offers a clear lesson: use what we already know, work collectively, and design with purpose to make life better for more people.
Where would be your ultimate place to sleep?
Casa de Vidro by Lina Bo Bardi in Sao Paolo. I have always imagined that sleeping high amongst the trees, with the spirit of Lina Bo Bardi, would be the ultimate, restorative, invigorating sleep.
