Q&A with Alistair Mcauley and Paul Simmons, Timorous Beasties
February 17, 2016 4:34 pm 4 CommentsWe sit down with the designers that created the fun and cheeky brand that are Timorous Beasties and talk inspiration and growing trends.
Author Archives for Alys Bryan
About Alys Bryan
Alys is a knowledgeable design editor who is focused on instigating conversations, both online and in-person, with industry experts which challenge, educate and advance the commercial interior sector. Her training and 15 years of professional experience as a furniture designer for the commercial sector makes her uniquely placed to lead Design Insider as Editor
Manufacturing Special: Newmor Wallcoverings
February 16, 2016 10:28 am Comments Off on Manufacturing Special: Newmor WallcoveringsAs part of this months focus on surface design texture, Design Insider takes a unique look inside Newmor Wallcoverings manufacturing plant.
Q&A with Kit Miles
February 11, 2016 1:37 pm Comments Off on Q&A with Kit MilesAfter graduating in 2011, Kit’s been rapidly accumulating awards for his work, and is considered a rising star in British... Read More >
Designer’s Muse: Louise Draper, Anthology
February 10, 2016 12:00 am 1 CommentLast week Design Insider visited the Anthology Design Studio where senior designer Louise Draper introduced us to the world of wallpaper. From inception... Read More >
ara Design, Marriot Hotel, Paris
January 29, 2016 12:07 pm Comments Off on ara Design, Marriot Hotel, ParisAra Design International was asked to refurbish the public areas of the Radisson Hotel in Paris. “We not only needed to remodel existing public areas but the project also involved the rebranding of the whole hotel into the Marriott Hotel
Q&A with Georgina Spencer, Roca
January 27, 2016 1:00 pm Comments Off on Q&A with Georgina Spencer, RocaWith a history that dates back almost 100 years and a presence in 135 markets around the world, Roca is... Read More >
BCFA Members to present CPD’s at Surface Design Show
January 26, 2016 9:00 am 1 CommentThis year at Surface Design Show the British Contract Furnishing Association (BCFA) will be sponsoring the CPD Hub,
Q&A with Daniel Hopwood, Studio Hopwood
January 25, 2016 1:40 pm Comments Off on Q&A with Daniel Hopwood, Studio HopwoodDaniel heads one of London’s leading interior design companies, Studio Hopwood, working mainly on high end residential properties plus the... Read More >
Product Watch: STARK & Missoni
January 20, 2016 3:33 pm Comments Off on Product Watch: STARK & MissoniThe MISSONI Home custom rug collection was created by, and is exclusive to, STARK. Using colours and combinations originally created by MISSONI Home,
ege carpets and Tom Dixon to launch a new collection for Stockholm Furniture Fair
January 12, 2016 10:19 am Comments Off on ege carpets and Tom Dixon to launch a new collection for Stockholm Furniture FairIndustrial Landscape ege carpets will be launching their new carpet collection ‘Industrial Landscape’ designed by industry all rounder Tom Dixon.... Read More >
The generations and their demands
January 8, 2016 11:30 am 1 CommentAgainst the backdrop of an ageing population designers and manufacturers need to be bridging the generational divide An ageing and flexible workforce,... Read More >
Product Watch: Chromatherapy Showerheads by Hansgrohe
December 22, 2015 5:07 pm Comments Off on Product Watch: Chromatherapy Showerheads by HansgroheSpecialist in bathroom brassware Crosswater is excited to announce the launch of five new showerhead designs for 2016. Offering a selection of contemporary styles, including recessed and fixed head, the designer range has been expertly manufactured to provide a luxurious and drenching showering solution.
Best of December
December 22, 2015 12:17 pm Comments Off on Best of DecemberAs the year comes to an end we take a look at the top post of December . This month we launched our first video on DESIGN INSIDER as part of the Designer's Muse series, in this video we focused on the inspiration behind the recent award winning Waldorf Astoria, Amsterdam, interviewing interior designer Steffi Backhouse of GA Design.
Q&A with Jess Sorel, Decca
December 18, 2015 2:35 pm Comments Off on Q&A with Jess Sorel, DeccaJess Sorel’s career has spanned nearly twenty years in the contract furniture industry, resulting in a body of work that... Read More >
Textile floorings are here to stay
December 17, 2015 3:56 pm Comments Off on Textile floorings are here to stayMost will agree that you get the best travel experience when a distinctive hotel profile is successfully combined with a sprinkling of home comforts.