The Art of Design Issue 20 2016 | Page 102

102 57 This spring, Veedon Fleece delivered two hand knotted runners for GF Watts’ original studio at Limnerslease House, recently restored by the Watts Gallery in Compton, Surrey. An interesting design brief led to the recreation of two Mughul Indian inspired designs, one designed as a complete runner, the other as if it had been formed as a fragment from a larger 17th Century carpet. The strict arrangement of the new studio gallery meant that the carpets had to complement and then follow the original interior plan. The interesting point is to see how the carefully coloured and proportionally designed runners mellow along with the interior over the next 100 years. We are delighted with the initial response from the gallery “All our volunteers and so many of our visitors have been really impressed by them. We’ve even had a couple of instances when visitors have thought they are original and been reluctant to stand on them, so a complete success” Kerri Offord at The Watts Gallery www.wattsgallery.org.uk Veedon Fleece – Manufacturers of carpets and rugs to your design specification. 01483 575758 www.veedonfleece.com Reed Harris launches beautiful new Bark range of woodeffect tiles Charactised by its soft grain and discreet, natural colours, leading tile specialist Reed Harris’ beautiful new Bark range of porcelain wall and floor tiles brings the timeless charm of wood into the home. Blending the aesthetics of timber with the practicalities of porcelain, the Bark range of wood-effect tiles will add an air of elegance to any style of living space. 58 Design by Deborah Ltd Design by Deborah prides itself in always putting the customer first. The award winning designs that they create are unique to each client. They reflect the personality of the client and property to create truly stunning homes. They offer a full interior design service, designing and implementing any aspect of the refurbishment and redecoration of a home. The emphasis on the design and planning stage ensures that the client fully understands all implications of the proposed design scheme. Their testimonials reflect the high standard of design they are able to achieve for both large and small projects. Visit www.designbydeborah.co.uk to find out more and take advantage of a free initial consultation. Featuring a matt finish, Bark tiles come in three contemporary shades of Avana, Nebbia and Artico. Light and bright, Artico is perfect for those looking for a touch of Scandinavian charm in their home, while Avana mimics the appearance of natural oak and Nebbia brings a more modern look and feel with its understated grey tones. For stockist information, contact Reed Harris on 020 7736 7511, email enquiries@reedharris.co.uk or visit www.reedharris.co.uk 59