FILM

Independent Hotel Show launches 2022 seminar programme

Inspiring independent hoteliers and hospitality industry experts are set to take to the stage at the Independent Hotel Show, on 4-5 October at Olympia London, for two packed days of learning and discovery. Design Insider is thrilled to be an event media partner and to be taking the stage as part of this industry leading… Read More >

11 August 2022

GROHE: German Sustainability Awards 2021

GROHE has once again been nominated for the German Sustainability Award following last year’s successful top 3 ranking in the category “Germany’s Most Sustainable Big Companies 2020”. The brand, which is one of the leading manufacturers of integrated bathroom solutions and kitchen fittings, is now looking forward with excitement to this year’s award ceremony on… Read More >

20 July 2020

Romo’s Showcase of Mark Alexander

The Romo Group showcase how their new Mark Alexander wallcoverings are made. Working with natural materials such as grasscloth, Japanese paper and plant fibres, Collage is a fascinating creative journey that explores a range of inventive handicraft techniques. Printed grasscloth, stitched paper, handwoven abacá and appliqued botanical fibres come together for an eye-catching collection of… Read More >

16 July 2020

Sketch Series: Patternistas

When I bumped into friends of Design Insider, the Patternistas, I couldn’t help asking them about their recently completed workplace project. The Cardiff based creative duo had collaborated with the strategic team of a global corporate accountancy business to create four bespoke patterned fabrics for two of their London buildings. The Patternistas’ maximalist patterns were made… Read More >

28 March 2019

Why Wool? Woven in Time

We were thrilled to be invited to the film “woven in time” by The Woolmark Company, which follows the history of Australian Merino wool production in Yorkshire, and the manufacturing processes involved in wool fabric production. With interviews from businesses thriving today due to the resurgence of wool and their importance in the wool industry. The… Read More >

27 March 2019

Manufacturing processes at Ulster Carpets

Ulster Carpets have allowed us to explore the whole process of creating their marvellous weaves. This BCFA member has answered our questions and even given us videos to show you how it is done! Design Insider have asked Ulster Carpets about the four stages, which they have provided videos for: Spinning, Dyeing, Weaving and Finishing…. Read More >

1 November 2018

Film: Introducing Roman

British manufacturer of shower enclosures, bath screens, wetroom panels, solid surface fabrication and shower trays, Roman, introduce their new company video. This video is taken at Roman’s headquarters and Manufacturing Plant in the North East of England and takes a look at their design and manufacturing capabilities. Roman’s R&D Manager talks design and leading in innovation whilst their… Read More >

22 October 2018

Space-Saving A-Fold table by Burgess

Portable and lightweight, the A-Fold table by BCFA member Burgess is quick to install and fold down thanks to its unique folding mechanism, securing the legs flat against the table top for minimal storage space. Individual tables can be linked together for business group working and modesty panels can be added or removed quickly for… Read More >

27 September 2018

MATERIALS: LIVING WITH PLASTIC

Plastic is a huge problem. final. But…. it is also an amazing material at the same time helping us to create amazing products, being the sole solution to most human technologies. We have seen the devastating affects plastic is having on our oceans and wildlife through countless documentaries. With the BBC’s Blue Planet II really hitting… Read More >

29 June 2018

Dizzi by Alys Bryan X Knightsbridge

During Clerkenwell Design Week we caught up with Knightsbridge to learn more about their collaboration with designer Alys Bryan and the Dizzi collection. Using their experience of manufacturing furniture for healthcare environments, Knightsbridge are breaking new ground by expanding into the world of contract furniture for high wear environments, including hotels, restaurants and offices where… Read More >

25 June 2018

PIXEL By Panaz at CDW2018

We caught up with Panaz at this year’s Clerkenwell Design Week where they exhibiting as part of Projects. We interviewed Sarah Lloyd, Head of Design at Panaz about their recent collaborative collection with designer David Fox – Pixel. Pixel comes in two variations; digital and binary, both of which play with scale and contrast with… Read More >

21 June 2018

Amtico at CDW18

We caught up with flooring company Amtico to talk about their latest collection of products at Clerkenwell Design Week. Taking a look at how you can mix and match the product, from vinyl to carpet tiles to create a really unique space. Check out our short video below: See our a full Clerkenwell Design Week… Read More >

8 June 2018