Posts Tagged: BCFA OPEN
Exhibitor Q&A: Edmund Bell
Exciting new ranges by Edmund Bell will be spotlighted on stand 7 at the Manchester Open and all Interior Designers and Specifiers are cordially invited to come along and be amongst the first to preview these innovative ideas from this leading supplier. We were able to have a few questions answered about what to expect… Read More >
Manufacturing: Ena Shaw Contract
With the Manchester Open approaching we discover the different manufacturing processes from the exhibitors. Ena Shaw tell us about 3 different stages in the manufacturing process of their quality contract curtains… 1. Pinch Pleat Machine An automated pinch pleat machine is used to manufacture pinch pleat curtains on our express line; a pinch pleat is a… Read More >
Exhibitor Q&A: Adrian Cook, GM for Maine
Maine offer storage and filing for the office sector and have an unrivaled reputation for manufacturing excellence and service levels. All Maine units are manufactured in the UK and they will be exhibiting on stand 3 at this years Manchester Open. We spoke with their General Manager, Adrian Cook who gave us an insight into what… Read More >
Northern Powerhouse
At last years Manchester Open we held a panel discussion with 5 big names in the Northern Design scene. Take a look at their afterthoughts from the conversation in our BIG TOPIC video… At this years Manchester Open, SPACE Magazine will be hosting a talk about the future of commercial interiors in The North. To register… Read More >
#ThrowbackThursday Chad Lighting at BCFA Open London [Film]
The BCFA Series continues to impress and with the Manchester Open creeping up on us, we can’t help ourselves in sharing the wonderful products and exhibitors we host. Earlier in the year the BCFA Open series held it’s first ever exhibition in London. Lighting designers and manufacturers Chad Lighting told us about some of their… Read More >
Manufacturing: Johnson Tiles
Johnson Tiles is the UK’s leading manufacturer and importer of ceramic and porcelain wall and floor tiles, based in the heart of The Potteries in Stoke-on-Trent. You can find them at the Manchester Open on Stand 19/20. Since starting back in 1901, Johnson Tiles has remained the most dynamic and creative force within its industry,… Read More >
Exhibitor Q&A: Josh Ralton, Office Manager at Agua Fabrics
As contract market leaders in the production of performance upholstery fabrics, you would be mad to miss out on an opportunity to meet with Agua Fabrics. You will be able to find them at stand 30 where they will be showing some of their newest designs. Office Manager, Josh Ralton was kind enough to answer… Read More >
NEW BCFA Member Belfield Furnishings will be at Manchester Open
Introducing Belfield Furnishings on stand 2 Belfield Furnishings are one of Europe’s leading manufacturers to the holiday and leisure industries. Formed in 2002, Belfield Furnishings manufacture, wholesale and distribute upholstered furniture, soft furnishings, curtains, accessories, mattresses and beds.Belfield specialise in contract furnishings, with a huge range of crib 5 fabrics sourced from across the globe…. Read More >
Exhibitor Manufacturing: Abbotsford
West Yorkshire – an area renowned for the highly skilled manufacture of woollen textiles, is where exhibitors Abbotsford call home. Abbotsford design and make high-quality contract furnishing fabrics primarily use pure new wool, which is both natural and sustainable. This durable and inherently fire resistant material makes for an excellent choice for furnishing fabrics, meeting the… Read More >
Exhibitor Q&A: Suzanne Edwards, Design Manager for Newmor Wallcoverings
The BCFA Open series continues with it’s second Manchester Open starting on October 4th. Newmor Wallcoverings will be exhibiting at stand #1 and are planning to feature some amazing new products. We caught up with their Design manager, Suzanne Edwards to find out a bit about what they have in store for the exhibition… What… Read More >
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 >
Review: BCFA Open Dublin
On Wednesday 14th June, the BCFA held their first ever pop-up exhibition in Dublin, Ireland.The event took place in the world-famous Guinness Storehouse. Visitors were led to the 2nd floor Arrol Suite which was a light, airy space with views out across the working brewery. Being the first event of its kind in the Irish… Read More >
Designer Q&A: Anthony Hickman, Ulster
With the BCFA’s first ever event in Ireland just around the corner, we took the time to talk to Ulster Carpets‘ Head of Design, Anthony Hickman. Anthony tells us about his journey into the design world and how the Irish design industry is growing.How did you get into carpet design and what do you love about… Read More >