Projects
4 Autumn Collections From Sekers Fabrics
With over 40 years experience in designing, manufacturing and supplying the highest quality contract fabrics to the international hospitality, corporate and marine markets. Sekers have released 4 new collections for Autumn, all of which are suitable for a range of contract markets. 1. Croft Collection An adaptable semi plain upholstery with a wool tweed effect…. Read More >
Manchester: A nights stay in…King Street Townhouse
Manchester is the design hub of the north and with that comes the need for hotels with interiors designed to impress. With the Manchester Open just around the corner, Design Insider has taken a trip to Manchester and has got an inside peak at the latest and best hotels to get you inspired… In December… Read More >
Back to Nature with Vescom
Following on from Pantone’s colour of the year ‘Greenery’ there has been no shortage of products inspired by nature. Vescom‘s new vinyl wallcoverings are no exception. The three new designs will connect your interior with nature: Onari, Greenbo and Millwood are friendly, soft and organic. Vescom recommend to use these designs and colours to create… Read More >
Felix Seafood Grill with DesignLSM
Today we take a day trip to Billericay, Essex, to bring you the latest project by DesignLSM who were approached by chef Stephen Li to create the interiors and branding for his new seafood grill restaurant. The idea behind Felix was to create a welcoming and refined restaurant offering, which would showcase Stephen’s culinary expertise whilst appealing to… Read More >
Morgan, London
Hopefully you have already noticed that this month we are celebrating London. Morgan opened their London showroom in May 2014, just in time for Clerkenwell Design Week, we recently met with Managing Director Rodney McMahon to ask more about Morgan’s unique use of their London space. What was your concept behind how you use the space in… Read More >
Fileturn Recognised after their work at The Doubletree, Kingston
London wins again! BCFA Members Fileturn have been shortlisted for the ‘Specialist Contractor of the Year’ in recognition of our work at The Doubletree by Hilton, Kingston Upon Thames. The Double Tree by Hilton project was a new shell and core building with 8 floors handed over to Fileturn to undertake the complete internal formation…. Read More >
‘Royal’ Reinstated
London-based design practice Studio Proof has unveiled its £80 million redesign of The Lancaster London, which will culminate in the reinstatement of ‘Royal’ in the hotel’s name and will raise the hotel into the luxury market. The refurbishment of the 18-storey property includes a striking new 8m high, glazed entrance façade leading to a redesigned… Read More >
Fancy Crab, London
We continue our celebration of London with DesignLSM’s recent launch of an exciting new dining concept – ‘Fancy Crab’ based in Marylebone, London. The restaurant offers a dedicated seafood menu specialising in the finest ingredient of Red King crab, which is freshly sourced from the Northern backwaters of the Atlantic Ocean. Drawing inspiration from the provenance… Read More >
Hardwick Hall is now filled with classically designed Wilton Carpet
Hardwick Hall, a four-star luxury country hotel considered one of the North East’s most charming places to stay is now graced with stunning carpets woven by Wilton Carpets. When looking for new carpet to adorn its Colman Suite, Crush Bar, corridors and lounge areas; the hotel turned to Wilton Carpets’ bespoke service to create a… Read More >
Gensler create Hyundai Capital’s UK Headquarters
Existence requires continuous change. For a global business like Hyundai Capital, where growth and evolvement define its culture, it was crucial to craft a workplace that reflects its progressive nature whilst still having the flexibility to unfold with its workforce. With a long history of designing spaces for Hyundai Capital, Gensler was commissioned to create its new UK headquarters… Read More >
Enso Sushi & Grill by DIA
During August we shared a virtual trip around the world, enjoying inspirational international projects and we can’t help but bring you a few final international case studies! DIA – Dittel Architekten conceptualised and designed the fine food restaurant Enso Sushi & Grill in a prime location in the Dorotheen Quartier shopping mall in Stuttgart. The restaurant’s modern… Read More >
Manchester: A nights stay in…Motel One, Manchester-Royal Exchange
Manchester is the design hub of the north and with that comes the need for hotels with interiors designed to impress. In the running to Manchester Open Design Insider has taken a trip to Manchester and has got an inside peek at the latest and best hotels. Successful budget hotel group, Motel One have just… Read More >
A Natural Collaboration
Elegant Clutter have been offering art consultancy services to the hospitality industry for 25 years. During this time, they have developed various methods for creating and sourcing artwork. Their constant search for innovative solutions has led to new collaborations with some of the UK’s most famous art museums. Partnerships and collaborations have been a major… Read More >