FILM
Take a dip into Newmor’s latest project – The Intercontinental O2, London
Newmor Wallcoverings explore nautical tones and textures at one of their recent projects, The Intercontinental O2. This 5-star hotel has stunning panoramic views of the London skyline, and has been designed to feature a contemporary British style with elegant nautical touches. Newmor supplied a variety of wallcoverings for the guest rooms, corridors, health suite, common rooms… Read More >
Manufacturing Special: Roca
Continuing from our feature last week with Roca, taking a look at 100 years in design. We now take a closer look at Roca’s manufacturing and the innovation that is behind some of their latest designs. Josep Congest Iglesias, Design & Innovative Director takes us on a journey through the factory in Barcelona, highlighting the key… Read More >
Designer’s Muse: Roca celebrate 100 years of innovation
We recently met up with Roca in their hometown of Barcelona as they reach the milestone of 100 years in design. To find out a bit more about Roca’s long history we sat down with their Design & Innovation Director Josep Congost Iglesias and Marketing Director Carlos Velazquez to discuss the evolution of Roca’s design, the… Read More >
Introducing Colour Compositions: A New Plank Collection by Milliken
Milliken have just released their new collecion of carpet planks featuring ECONYLⓇ 100% regenerated yarn and 90% recycled content cushion backing, ‘Colour Compositions‘. This collection is offered in a palette of 69 colours, all available for dispatch within 10 working days. “Harmonious and balanced or challenging and unexpected, an exploration of colour and form has begun. Balancing a relationship… Read More >
Designer’s Muse: Muirhead Leather
Can leather be sustainable? We think YES! We visited BCFA OPEN exhibitor Andrew Muirhead & Son to find out a bit more about leather production and how it can be a sustainable process. We were given a tour by MD Colin Wade of their factory in Glasgow where they have been manufacturing leather for over 145… Read More >
The Newest Lasvit Creations for Meet d3 Event
Lasvit unveiled their latest bespoke creations during the Meet d3 event that took place on December 8-10 at d3, Dubai. The company also offered its hugely popular ´Lasvit Glass Experience show’ at the event aptly themed Celebrating Creativity.Mohammad Saeed Al Shehhi, COO of Dubai Design District, commented; “Lasvit have been an important part in the development… Read More >
Harrison Spinks Explains All!
Harrison Spinks was founded over 176 years ago and you might be forgiven for assuming that with such a long history that this was a brand resting on tradition, but you would be very wrong. We recently visited Harrison Spinks to discover more about their innovative approach to the design and manufacture of their mattresses… Read More >
SDAWARDS FINALIST: A botanical wonder by London Atelier
London Atelier are finalists in the Light & Surface Interior category in the Surface Design Awards 2017, and well-deservedly with their beautiful window display ‘The Herbarium’ for Crabtree & Evelyn.
‘A Sea of Art’ – The 10 Best Original Art Peices from the New Ogilvy Headquarters
More than 80 pieces of unique artwork by Acrylicize were commissioned for the new headquarters of Ogilvy at Sea Containers on London’s South Bank, exploring identity and branding through art.
THE FIRST EVER BCFA OPEN EXHIBITION IN MANCHESTER – WHAT A SUCCESS!
The first ever BCFA OPEN exhibition was held at the Bridgewater Hall; Manchester last week and what a great triumph it was.
Herman Miller Launches the Remastered Aeron Chair
Global design manufacturer Herman Miller, Inc. today unveiled a new Aeron chair. The Aeron chair first launched in 1994 and was unlike any chair the world had ever seen.
One Word Video Series
The One Word series explores what design means to people in one word. Asking people across many different disciplines and sectors we gain an insight into what design means to them and why. This projects will inspire you and leave you thinking about what one word sums up design to you. Explore all of the… Read More >
VIDEO: Education and Industry
Following from our last video exploring graduates views on the next step on careers, we speak to top design professionals to get their view on this topic, what does the industry need to do to help bridge the gap between education and employment, or alternatively what does education need to do? Featuring: Mark Barrel (Boss… Read More >