Posts Tagged: Furniture
Herman Miller’s Bay Work Pod receives Red Dot Award for Product Design
Herman Miller is pleased to share Bay Work Pod has been recognized by the international design competition, Red Dot. Every year, Red Dot award sets out to find the year’s best products. The products selected by the Red Dot jury—made up of 40 international experts who test, discuss, and evaluate each entry individually—are scored based… Read More >
Designing Boldly: Virgin Hotel Shoreditch
When Virgin Hotels revealed plans for their London debut at 45 Curtain Road in Shoreditch, it was clear this wouldn’t be a conventional hotel renovation. Known for their boldness, playfulness, and distinctly unorthodox approach, Virgin set out to transform the former Mondrian Hotel into a property that mirrored the creative heartbeat of Shoreditch—infused with the… Read More >
A Lighter Touch: Contract Furniture Group Revitalises The Oystercatcher with Bespoke Blinds and Curtains
With a reputation for delivering high-quality, design-led solutions for hospitality venues, Contract Furniture Group has become a trusted partner for operators looking to elevate their interiors with stylish, functional furnishings. From bespoke furniture to expertly crafted soft furnishings, the team works closely with clients to create spaces that enhance guest comfort while aligning with each… Read More >
Rolling the Dice for Change: Wagstaff and Umbrella Furniture’s Charity Casino Night Raises £27,000 for Sustainable Education in Gambia
Wagstaff Interiors Group and Umbrella Furniture once again transformed their Clerkenwell showroom into a casino pit, welcoming their suppliers and manufacturers for their annual charity casino night. This year’s event raised over £27,000, supporting Waste to Wonder and Global Orphan Empowerment Academy’s Sustainability Cookery School in Gambia. Held at their London Showroom in Brewhouse Yard,… Read More >
Heritage Meets Hospitality: Taylor’s Classics Furnishes the Dog & Collar Pub with Timeless British Character
Located at 60 Hope Street in Liverpool’s historic Georgian Quarter, The Dog & Collar isn’t just a pub, it’s a celebration of community, craft and character. Following an extensive refurbishment, the 200-year-old venue reopened its doors at the end of 2024 with a new vision: to become a true “public house and loyal friend.” … Read More >
A Fresh Space for Trowell: Contract Furniture Group Creates Fig & Fern Coffee Lounge
For over twenty years, Contract Furniture Group has been helping hospitality venues across the UK create spaces that are both inviting and practical, supplying durable, design-led furniture that supports each client’s unique vision. Combining in-house manufacturing, a wide supplier network, and a dedication to detail, the team ensures every project blends aesthetic appeal with operational… Read More >
A conversation between: Jim Biddulph & Elliot Brook, Deadgood
Graduating any course is a double-edged sword; on the one hand there is a sense of achievement and excitement for the ‘next stage’ of development, while the latter also creates a sense of expectation, even trepidation. Having graduated from Furniture Design at Northumbria University in 2003, designer Elliot Brook is having a ‘full-circle moment’, as… Read More >
Mediterranean Warmth Meets Welsh Hospitality: Contract Furniture Group at Tŷ Newport
For over two decades, Contract Furniture Group has supported hospitality operators across the UK in bringing their interiors to life, supplying stylish, durable furnishings that elevate guest experiences while aligning with each venue’s character and brand. With in-house manufacturing, a wide-reaching supply network, and a commitment to quality craftsmanship, the team collaborates closely with clients… Read More >
Blending Heritage and Modern Comfort: Contract Furniture Group Transforms Barrington’s Matlock
Since the late 1990s, Contract Furniture Group has established itself as a trusted partner for the hospitality industry, delivering high-quality, trend-driven furnishings and bespoke interiors for venues across the UK. With in-house manufacturing, a global supply network, and a commitment to craftsmanship, the Group combines scale with creativity to help clients realise their vision while… Read More >
Flexibility Meets Comfort: Inside Furniture Fusion’s Dynamic Workspace for FlexWorks
While the return to the office has built momentum over recent years, it seems that many of us have become attached to some form of hybrid working, whether it’s a day dialling in from home or an increasing number finding flexibility in freelance work. The trend is reflected in the growth of flexible and co-working… Read More >
Humanscale Becomes First in Industry to Bring Die-Casting In-House
Humanscale, the world’s leader in high-performance ergonomic products including seating, monitor arms, sit-stand tables, and more, has expanded its operations in Nogales, Mexico with the addition of a state-of-the-art die-casting facility, a manufacturing process that uses high-pressure moulds to create complex metal components with extreme precision and durability. The facility can now produce over 1… Read More >
MillerKnoll Unveils Landmark Archives Space: A Living Legacy of Modern Design
MillerKnoll announces the opening of its archives, a 12,000-square-foot space located at its Michigan Design Yard headquarters in Holland. The one-of-a-kind facility serves as a new permanent home for the brands’ archival collections, with holdings of over one million total objects. Featuring a selection of these works from Herman Miller, Knoll, and other brands of… Read More >
RHA Furniture: How Skills Are Evolving in Contract Furniture Procurement and Project Management
At RHA Furniture, they’ve been working in the contract furniture industry for over 30 years. Over that time, they’ve seen a major shift in how projects are delivered – and in the skills needed to succeed – driven by evolving design trends, new technologies, and rising client expectations. In the past, RHA Furniture’s role focused… Read More >