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New Designers 2017

Yesterday the Design Insider team had the opportunity to visit New Designers, it was hot! Despite the lack of air conditioning we were blown away by New Designers Part Two and the level of design excellence demonstrated by this year’s design graduates. Here we take a look at just a fraction of the student’s designs, this… Read More >

7 July 2017

Review: BCFA Summer BBQ, London

One of the most sought after events that the BCFA put on is their London Summer BBQ.  Held in the stunning Merchant Taylors Hall, the event is a must-attend for the contract design community. On Wednesday 5th July, the sun was shining down into the beautiful courtyard which was soon filled with a relaxed and… Read More >

7 July 2017

Luxury Hotel Room Fabrics

Luxury fabric specialist Kobe UK have the perfect solution for the weary traveller seeking a calm and peaceful setting with a touch of luxury. For the ultimate boutique hotel Kobe’s Aurora collection focuses on light enhancing qualities, reflecting light back into the bedroom through a combination of colour, tone and texture. According to David Harris,… Read More >

7 July 2017

Save The Date: Manchester Open

The BCFA Open series continues this year with our second Manchester Open on Wednesday 4th and Thursday 5th October. Located at the iconic Museum of Science and Industry this two-day exhibition will bring you the best contract furnishings from the UK, from a curated mix of market sectors. As well as inspirational products, the show… Read More >

7 July 2017

Case Study: Hal’s Bar & Grill, LA

Design Insider caught up with award-winning brand and interior agency Mystery to learn a bit more about their recent project in Playa Vista, California. where they were asked to help conceive and design the new venue for the iconic Hal’s Bar & Grill, which has been the mainstay of the Venice Beach social life and arts… Read More >

4 July 2017

Product Focus: Metallic Marbles, Versital

Veristal have launched their Metallic Marbles collection, a range comprising of three brand new metallic and marble-inspired finishes. The collection is the first of its kind, mixing the classic marble look with gold, copper and silver. The collection features three stunning colours: Copper Stratos blends a backdrop of white marble with statement metallic copper veining; Gold Stratos… Read More >

3 July 2017