As part of our ongoing commitment to reducing our carbon footprint, we work closely with Bath-based arts and crafts charity Articulate in giving our discontinued fabric books and remnants a new lease of life.
It was lovely to get an update from Karen Woodfield at Articulate recently.

“The fabric supplies have allowed members to continue to develop their skills after the workshop.  We have distributed the fabric to other not for profit or educational organisations including local schools for their textile departments, an after-school group, crafts groups for the elderly and for adults with learning difficulties. We have also been able to support a member who is studying textile degree, who has then taught at our club.  We also have a disabled young member who is using the fabric to help her with developing her skills and a portfolio in preparation for applying to study costume design.  We have another member who makes costumes for a local community theatre group who is using the fabric.  Lastly, Ralph Allen School is starting teaching GCSE Textiles in 2019 and a significant proportion of the fabric from your last donation will form the basis of their textile collection for the students to use. “

It was great to see some of the results recently; from coasters to bags, the results were really inspiring. Keep up the good work Articulate!

We were very excited to find out earlier today that we have been shortlisted in the Residential Interior Designer category of the Bath Property Awards!

A very big thank you to our wonderful clients who supplied testimonials for our submission. Such as this one from a client for whom we have recently completed a riverside warehouse conversion in London.

“Last year I bought a two-storey warehouse apartment. It had been vacant for some time, and used as a rental property prior to that, so was pretty run down. The estate agents said it had potential, but it was a case of stripping it right back to its external walls and starting again, including electrics, plumbing and shifting floors, walls and ceilings. I knew from the very start that John and his team understood my style and the look I wanted to achieve. They were expert at divining the world of interiors down to a manageable set of options. I expected that, but what really impressed was the diligence as the project progressed, as we discovered what was under raised floors, behind boxing, beneath layers of paint. They were invested at each stage of the project, allowing us to make the most of every opportunity: to rationalise the layout, layer lighting, maximise the space, enhance original features, and, as a result, the apartment now feels cohesive, everything makes sense, as well as looking fabulous! The quality of finish is exceptional. A particular mention must go to Fiona, whose abilities go far beyond her professional accreditation. She has been a constant source of inspiration, and proved adept at problem solving and project managing. It has been a true delight to work with fellow professionals, and now we’re making the most of living in such a beautiful, practical, unique apartment. Even the estate agents didn’t want to leave!”

We have our fingers, and everything else, crossed for the big day on 23rd November!