New steps for Haddonstone
Family-owned Haddonstone has come a long way from humble beginnings in the garage of the innovative founder, Bob Barrow, nearly 55 years ago. The company now operates a purpose-built manufactory in Northamptonshire, with stunning Show Gardens and offices in the nearby village of East Haddon. Throughout the company’s evolution, Haddonstone has remained a family enterprise […]
Nature inspired worktops
Pictured is Königstone’s Calacatta Antico, part of the KönigCeramic range. Kitchen Design by Hillfarm Furniture. Image credit Two Bears Joanne Bull, Marketing Manager at Königstone, discusses how nature is the inspiration behind the company’s surface designs. How has nature inspired the most recent worktop designs? Our latest designs take their cue from nature; think organic […]
ASWS triumphs in Oxford Circus contract
Best known in recent decades as Topshop’s flagship store, 214 Oxford Street has undergone a two-year refurbishment and restoration project that not only extends its working life as Ikea’s new London headquarters, but that also fully respects the building’s Grade II listing, with its unusually broad mix of window types which extend from street level […]
A touch of Zen in the kitchen
Keller Kitchens, brings the charm of Zen and Ibiza into the relaxing cooking and entertaining space of the home. Inspired by the finca style, Keller’s designers have developed this rustic Zen Life scheme. The classic cooking island features a travertine double level worktop and custom wall units. With Zen Life, warm woods meet stylish greige […]
Keller launches new Inspiration brochure
Kitchen inspiration is exactly what Keller provides in the form of a new 90-page brochure which is packed full of everything the homeowner or retailer needs to know about the company and its designer portfolios. The brochure focusses on the latest trends and finishes available. Featuring 24 individual room sets from Bold Elegance to the […]
West Fraser panels match environmental goals of PassivHaus specialist
A Gloucestershire-based supplier of highly sustainable, PassivHaus standard timber frame buildings has been making extensive use of high performance panel products from the range of West Fraser since it was established almost a decade ago; while it continues to grow a reputation for delivering on client ambitions, whatever the technical challenge or location. Passiframe operates […]
A Timeless Ensuite Transformation
A beautiful high-end residential project located in a serene and picturesque area of Huddersfield saw the transformation of a principal ensuite into a masterpiece of design and luxury. The original space, last renovated in 2002, featured high-end materials, from solid Carrera marble and gold Versace tiles, but lacked the attention to detail beneath the surface. […]
Caple’s Experience days for both retailers and homeowners
The Caple team runs a series of Experience days at both the Bristol and Leeds showrooms, for both consumers and retailers. Created and led by in-house experts, the day is designed to inspire guests with the creativity and innovation of the Caple brand. The day starts with a tour of the state-of-the-art showroom (Leeds […]
Casting light on a bright future for heritage brand Haddonstone
David Barrow, Managing Director of Haddonstone, looks forward to the company’s 55th anniversary next year – continuing to embrace innovation, collaboration, and growth. 2026 will mark Haddonstone’s 55th year in the architectural and garden cast stonework business; and every step of the way has seen the company thrive in a world of shifting design trends, […]
The winners take a bow in second Steel Window Association Awards 2025
Pictured (L-R) are Daniel Lyons Commercial Sales Manager at Joseph Ash Galvanizing, Andy Bawn MD at West Leigh, James Barrett MD at Steel Window Fittings, Carl Fisher Operations Manager at The Cotswold Casement Company and Kris Bennell Operations Director at ASWS The winners of the second Steel Window Association (SWA) Awards have been announced at […]