People
Union Park
The pandemic has affected us collectively in myriad ways, but one of the positive realisations that we can garner from the experience is the desire, even need, for open spaces, fresh air and a connection to nature. Having been given permission to do so, people grabbed the opportunity to be outside and in nature with… Read More >
Sustainability Q&A with Larson-Juhl
Larson-Juhl UK has spent over 40 years continually innovating and developing a stunning range of crafted frames and mouldings and is now setting the standard with the biggest range of FSC and PEFC products on the market. We sat down with Matt George, Larson-Juhl Sales & Marketing Director to find out more about the companies… Read More >
BCFA Member of the Month: Amtico Flooring
Autumn is officially here! As we watch the leaves fall and colours warm to hazel hues we welcome October with our new Member of the Month, Amtico. We had the absolute delight of speaking with Lorna Williams, Head of Product Design and Visual Creation, about their holistic approach to design, the inspiration behind Amtico’s award… Read More >
In Conversation with Carolyn Mitchell – One Year Later
It’s been twelve months since Carolyn Mitchell took on her role as Sales and Marketing Director at Hypnos Contract Beds, and no one could have predicted the turbulent year the hospitality sector has endured. As the first trade shows in over a year recommence, we thought we’d catch up to see what to expect from… Read More >
BCFA Member of the Month: Roman Showers
The summer is coming to a close and as the new season begins there is a sense of renewal and refreshment after an eventful few months for our industry. This September we introduce the BCFA’s new Member of the Month, who is looking forward to continuing their hard work in the coming season; Roman Showers…. Read More >
Register now – Successful Collaboration, Free Webinar
As part of Design Insider’s current content campaign which explores collaboration we have invited Samantha Dawe, Marketing Director EMEA at Shaw Contract, Chris and Suzanne Carpenter, Design Partners at Patternistas, and Mark Allison, Sustainability Consultant at Mark Allison Consulting to discuss their experience of collaborating with colleagues, as a design partnership and with clients. You… Read More >
Women in Office Design – Joanna Knight
This month’s Women in Office Design column features Joanna Knight, Partner at The Knight Partnership and Sustainability and Circular Economy Manager at Women in Office Design (WOD). She will be hosting the Sustainability seminar for the forthcoming BCFA/WOD ‘Clerkenwell Open’ event. The Journey in the Workplace Sector Joanna started her career in the workplace and… Read More >
The magic of Maggie’s
At the beginning of 2019 I was given the fairly shocking diagnosis that I had T-cell lymphoma, a pretty rare form of cancer. The discovery had been made during what should have been a fairly routine sinus operation; which in many ways makes it an incredibly lucky one. Within weeks I had be taken through… Read More >
Q&A with Herman Miller: BCFA Member of the Month
Design Insider is so excited to announce our new BCFA Member of the Month, Herman Miller. With over 100 years in business, Herman Miller has inspired furniture design for decades, placing their importance on design, the environment, community service and the health & well-being of their employee’s and customers. We caught up with European Ancillary… Read More >
ONE: Jacqui Smith
Continuing with our popular ONE series, we spoke with Jacqui Smith, Director at HomeSmiths. Jacqui is an interior designer specialising in care homes and retirement living with a real focus around dementia. She is also an interior designer with a visual impairment. 9 years ago she permanently lost the sight in her left eye. Jacqui’s personal… Read More >
Q&A with Sustainability Consultant Mark Allison
Mark Allison Consulting was founded in 2021 and although they are new, they have worked with a broad range of companies including some of the UK’s largest brands over the last 30 years. Mark Allison believes the normal rules of business do not stop when it comes to sustainability, pragmatic solutions still matter. That is… Read More >
Women in Office Design – Kay Sargent
This month’s Women in Office Design column features Kay Sargent, FASID, FIIDA, CID, LEED® AP, MCR.w, WELL AP, Director of Workplace at HOK. From then to now Kay has been designing space since a kid! She was the only girl in the architectural drafting class at college and subsequently opened one of the first CADD… Read More >
ONE: Darren Hilliker
Continuing with our popular ONE series, we spoke with Darren Hilliker, Architect and Design (A&D) Manager at CMD Ltd. Darren brings more than 20 years’ experience in the office interiors market to CMD Ltd, the specialist in workstation power and ergonomic solutions for commercial environments. With a background in the furniture sector, Darren is passionate… Read More >