Posts Tagged: Furniture
Rhubarb Seating: The Changing Face of the Workplace
Covid really did change a lot! The final COVID-19 lockdown in England officially came to an end on July 19, 2021 and looking back on it all now feels like a mixture between a nightmare and the sort of reality TV show that sets your teeth on edge because it seems so far-fetched. If we… Read More >
Bancroft Soft Furnishings at HIX 2024: New Collections for Luxurious and Restful Interior
Bancroft Soft Furnishings will once again be exhibiting at Hix 2024 – London BDC N1, 27-28th Nov, find them in their usual place on Stand 44! Bancroft Soft Furnishings are excited to use this years show to share with you their new developments for 24/25. Alongside their new Aria Recycled Weave Collection the team will… Read More >
Protocol: Design Considerations For Bar Stools – Creating comfort & style
When it comes to furnishing hospitality spaces, bar stools play a significant role in both the functionality and ambiance of a venue. Whether you’re designing for a busy restaurant, a cosy bar, or a trendy café, the right bar stool can enhance the guest experience. With a range of bar stools that cater to different… Read More >
Rhubarb Seating: Designing for Green, Not for the Bin!
The climate agenda has rapidly become a mainstream priority rather than a side-line and it is changing our attitudes and behaviours. For the furniture industry, that means people are increasingly looking for ways to reuse the furniture they have rather than throw it away and replace it with something new. Cinemas, theatres, schools, student accommodation,… Read More >
Taylor’s Classics: A Historic North Norfolk Malthouse Transformed into a Modern Hospitality Destination
Part of the Chestnut Hospitality collection, The Maltings’ restoration has been a three-year project, taking inspiration from its North Norfolk location and its history as both a supplier to local brewers and an artist’s studio. The old malthouse is now a destination to eat and drink, sleep and play, explore and discover more, blending tradition… Read More >
Hill Cross Furniture Brings Bespoke Luxury to Jesse’s House, The Little House’s Group’s New Family Members’ Club
Little House’s Group family members’ clubs has selected Hill Cross Furniture to supply bespoke, luxury furniture for its second outpost, Jesse’s House in Parsons Green. Hill Cross Furniture fits the brief for prestigious London private members’ club Entrepreneur Charlie Gardiner launched The Little House’s Group to create a family of clubs that… Read More >
Taylor’s Classics Launches new Furniture Pieces this October!
Taylor’s Classics have been busy behind the scenes working on two new exciting product launches to add to their traditional classics collection! Introducing their new Frome free-standing bench & their new Lincoln armchair. The Frome Bench UK made in Taylor’s Classics workshop in Stafford, this solid oak framed bench can be tailored to your venue… Read More >
Rhubarb Seating: Designing for the Senses
Design is an activity of the senses and the emotions. The appeal of a design is an immensely individual response – how each of us responds to a particular aesthetic is ultimately a personal thing, regardless of our ability to evaluate it rationally. However, there are some general design principles, aside from pure aesthetics, which… Read More >
Global Upholstery Solutions: Crafting the Future of UK Manufacturing
Global Upholstery Solutions, a company born in 2016 but rooted in over four decades of industry expertise, has positioned itself as a leader in the UK’s upholstery and manufacturing sectors. The company’s evolution highlights a commitment to quality, innovation, and UK manufacturing, and today, Global Upholstery Solutions (GUS) is at the forefront of upholstery design… Read More >
Humanscale Unveils ‘Connected’ at Orgatec 2024: Where Ergonomics, Sustainability, and Workspace Design Converge
Humanscale, the leader in products that create a healthier and more comfortable place to work, is proud to present ‘Connected,’ during Orgatec (22-25 October). Situated in Hall 7.1, Humanscale through ‘Connected’ reveals a world where workspace design, ergonomic wellness, and environmental impact are intricately interwoven, shaping individual experiences and the global ecosystem. This showcase advocates… Read More >
Inside Furniture Fusion: Sam Samuels on 25 Years of Creativity, Collaboration, and Design Excellence in Hospitality
Sam Samuels, Managing Director of Furniture Fusion, has been at the forefront of the hospitality furniture industry since the company’s launch in 2000. With a clear vision to blend aesthetics and functionality, Sam has worked tirelessly to position Furniture Fusion as a leading supplier of innovative and design-led furniture for hotels, restaurants, and bars across… Read More >
Sourcing Success: An Interview with Protocol’s Paul Hayes on Curiosity and Opportunity
In today’s quickfire Q&A, Design Insider sits down with Paul Hayes, Product and Supplier Manager at Protocol, to explore the pivotal moments that have shaped his impressive career. We uncover how Paul’s wealth of experience informs his approach to sourcing new suppliers, his commitment to curating a diverse and accessible product range, and the creative… Read More >
Furniture Fusion Explores the Power of Colour: Bold Hues and Patterns Transform Commercial Interiors
Colour continues to play a crucial role in the products we design and supply – from bespoke bar stools and lounge chairs to super-size sofas, Furniture Fusion use fabrics and finishes in a range of shades to create commercial interiors that stand out. Furniture Fusion are not seeing one dominant colour trend and that’s what… Read More >