Catherine Carpenter's company, Folk of London, has been nominated for the Elle Decoration British Design Awards 2013. 

Catherine graduated with an Inchbald Diploma in 2012 and is clearly out there making her name, the voting is still ongoing (Best British Product Nominees) so please add your support, check the website http://thebritishdesignawards.com

Also nominated is Tracy Kendall (Best British Pattern Nominees), for her wallpaper 'Another Colour'. Tracy is a regular lecturer at Inchbald, so again please support her nomination.

New additions to Gashu range - available through 1882ltd and at Heals in London and New York

Great mentions for Emily Johnson's 1882ltd for London Design Week - see the link below
http://www.larcobaleno.com/blog/blanks-in-between-1882.html

The new Tollgard Design Group showrooms at Grosvenor Waterside opened their doors last night as Staffan and Monique launched a new phase for the design group and a new light 'Belle' designed for Contardi by Staffan.

The showrooms host a wonderful collection of furniture and materials expressed across room sets though double and single height spaces. The materials and finishes are sophisticated and juxtapose reclaimed wood, (beautiful grey weathered boards), with sleek stone, brushed metal with fine plaster surfaces, leather, wool and a great selection of accessories and artwork.  

The design studio overlooks the showroom from a wonderful mezzanine level which will be staffed by many Inchbald graduates who it has been my privilege to teach - it was great to see them all so excited about this new phase for the company.

Congratulations to all.