Posts Tagged: design
Designer’s Muse: Education – Bridging the Gap
Last month we interviewed 3rd year students from Rycotewood Furniture College just as they were about to make the jump from being students to graduates. in this latest edition of The Designer’s Muse we explore how we can bridge the gap between education and industry.
How did you get into design?
In early July we were blown away by the Design Excellence presented by the UK’s 2016 graduates at New Designers. Meeting so many graduates on the cusp of their design careers made us want to learn more about the journeys which our BCFA members took into their design positions. We asked 15 designers: how did… Read More >
Flooring Innovation
Ahead of our BCFA Open event on the 26th & 27th October 2016 at Manchester Bridgewater Hall, we discuss innovation with BCFA members exhibiting at the event, Newhey and Johnson Tiles. Design Excellence Driven by Innovation in Sustainability BCFA Open exhibitor Newhey, a leading British manufacturer of contract carpets for the hotel, leisure and entertainment sector,… Read More >
What would your dream office be?
During Clerkenwell Design Week we interviewed some of the top designers in workplace design to find out what the growing trends in the office are. As you would expect ‘wellbeing’ is the buzz word with lots of products now focusing more than ever on ergonomics. We also asked our interviewees what their dream office space… Read More >
Q&A with Sam Shervill, Silent Gliss
Sam Shervill is the Marketing Manager at Silent Gliss Ltd. Having worked there for 15 years, her role includes managing the development and introduction of new products and fabrics. She has a particular interest in technical fabrics and is excited about the way in which design is becoming as important as functionality. We sit down… Read More >
Product Watch: Aspect and Era by Camira Fabrics
Camira’s latest fabric ranges, Aspect and Era, showcase the very best in colour combinations with two tone intrigue. Imagine with Aspect Aspect is a subtle mélange, piece dyed Trevira CS fabric suitable for task or soft seating. It combines inherent FR performance with a natural matt aesthetic. The colour palette incorporates sophisticated muted tones with… Read More >
Product Watch: Axor Waterdream 2016 by Hansgrohe
Axor Extends Invitation to Architects and Designers to “Create your own Spout” with Alternative Materials and Forms Building on the technological capabilities of the Axor U-Base, Axor (www.axor-design.com) envisioned a new dimension of individualization: washbasin spouts crafted from alternative materials with total freedom of form for seamless integration in the interior design or for creating a… Read More >
Inside Out Contracts: Headspace Group, London
Headspace group is a successful start-up providing office space and design solutions to other ambitious new businesses alike. With the help of Inside Out Contracts, the new Headspace offices in Marylebone inspire a modern and positive workplace with stylish high quality and bespoke furnishings. Upon entering Headspace Marylebone, statement wing back chairs in soft grey… Read More >
Product Watch: Artistic Liberties by Milliken
Milliken takes Artistic Liberties with a bold new collection inspired by street art and the punk revival Artistic Liberties is a daring new collection from the Milliken in-house design team. It combines post-punk and street art influences with historic and classical references resulting in a liberation of clashing colours and twisted timelines. Artistic Liberties makes… Read More >
BCFA and Design Insider at Clerkenwell 2016
We were extremely busy at this years Clerkenwell Design Week – with an incredible number of BCFA members showcasing their latest products, presenting and even some hands on experiences! Whilst Design Insider set out to video and interview members, The rest of the BCFA team set out to ensure we popped in to say hello to… Read More >
The Guide to Fresh Design – Graduate Summer Exhibition Guide 2016
The British Contract Furnishing Association (BCFA) has a history of supporting the link between education and industry seeking to build links between the two, in the past this has been facilitated through student clinics.
Product Watch: Satchel by Chad Lighting
Introducing Satchel, a leather light with a smart, compact form. Ideal as a space saving bedside light. A range of leather colours is available. We also offer a choice of shade colours and finishes. Contact Chad Lighting
Katrina Kostic Samen: Speaker at the BCO Conference, Amsterdam
Katrina Kostic Samen is Managing Partner of KKS with three decades in commercial development and workplace design. Her approach for strategic and design advice with businesses is rooted in an ‘inside-out’ architectural philosophy that puts the individual first. This individual and rigorous approach to workplace strategy and design has lead to KKS winning and being… Read More >