BIDA Awards at Design Interiors, Birmingham
Published on:03/02/2006
Following the very positive response to the British Interior Design Association (BIDA) awards presented at Design Interiors in 2005 the BIDA has once again this year presented an ‘Award for Best Open Space’ and eleven swing tags for ‘Products of Outstanding Quality & Design Innovation’.
The judging panel was made up of BIDA Members: Lori Pinkerton-Rolet of Park Grove Design, Annie Stevens of Annie Stevens Designs Ltd and Verity Spencer of Verity Spencer Interior Design. Anyone visiting Design Interiors this year would agree that the task of judging could not have been an easy one. "It was refreshing that many of the recipients of our BIDA Products of Outstanding Quality and Design Innovation awards were using original and innovative combinations of materials in their new designs" Verity Spencer. Lori Pinkerton-Rolet, remarked "The winners were really outstanding, which is no mean feat given the very high standard of this show. I have no doubt people will already be earmarking their calendars for next year's event".
The 2006 ‘Award for Best Open Space’ was presented to Natasha Marshall Fabrics & Wallcoverings. Natasha Marshall graduated from Glasgow School Of Art in 1996 with a BA Honours degree in Printed and Knitted Textiles. She started Squigee in 1997 with a loan from the Princess Scottish Youth Business Trust and a bursary from The Scottish Arts Council.
From the outset she wanted Squigee to design and manufacture screen-printed fabrics in simple geometric design styles which would increase the use of pattern in its simplest form, specially for the retail and contract markets. Natasha’s designs have a very strong handwriting: they are contemporary design classics rather than fashion statements. “Instant fashion can be disaster for interiors” says Natasha “You have to have something which is modern but won’t look dated in five year’s time”. Her fabrics are “liveable with” but modern – modern alone can be too hard. She sets out to please both architects, who want very plain fabrics to complement their space and interior designers, who want something a little softer but still contemporary.
The new Natasha Marshall retail brand, is built around Natasha’s classic simple contemporary surface design style and was launched at 100% Design 2004. After the success of the launch, a new licensing agreement has been signed with Today Interiors to distribute all Squigee fabrics and wallcoverings worldwide.
Natasha Marshall’s latest collections, Accolade & Kentra were launched at Design Interiors this year. Accolade is the first vinyl wallcovering collection from Natasha Marshall. With 6 designs and a total of 50 exciting options and colours. Accolade brings a fresh new contemporary design style and colour palette to the vinyl market. Kentra is a sumptuous collection of weaves with a tweed twist, interlinking pattern and textures in a classic chic palette. Kentra fabrics are inherently fire retardant and pass 40,000+ rubs making them ideal for all interior applications from curtains to upholstery and residential to severe contract.
On receiving the award Natasha Marshall said: “In light of the very high standard of the competition, it is a great honour to receive this award. Thanks to my team and all at Today Interiors for all their hard work.”
In addition to the Award for Best Open Space, eleven swing tags were awarded for Products of Outstanding Quality and Design Innovation to:
The Bradley Collection
Product: Boom Floor Light
Tel: 01449 722 724 Email: claus.fortmann@bradleycollection.co.uk
Web: www.bradleycollection.co.uk
The Boom is part of an outstanding lighting range created by Matthew Hilton exclusively for The Bradley Collection. These intelligently designed luminaires encompass modern thinking and timeless style. The Bradley Collection is an innovative designer and manufacturer of pole systems, door furniture and lighting.
The Oak House
Product: 'Glowy Coat Rack Thingy'
Tel: 01225 446 957 Email: enquiries@oakhouseuk.com
Web: www.oakhouseuk.com
The Oak House - beautiful bespoke furniture, handmade to order in Bath. 'Glowy Coat Rack Thingy' - illuminated coat rack in English Oak and polycarbonate - designed by Simon Lunt (The Oak House)
Decorlab
Product: Moon Vanity Unit
Tel: 0161 796 2886 Email: inspire@decor-lab.co.uk
Web: www.decor-lab.co.uk
New for 2006 Decor-Lab launched a range of contemporary vanity sinks. Moon Vanity Unit is a unique modular vanity unit with matching shower cubicle and tray available. Decor-Lab can handle virtually any project, however unique or 'one of a kind'. When others are not able to work out a way forward with an idea, Decor-Lab finds the way.
Tektura
Product: Mother of Pearl Wallcovering
Tel: 0207 536 3300 Email: enquiries@tekturaonline.com
Web: www.tektura.com
Tektura wallcoverings inspire! From beautifully embossed, hardwearing vinyls and natural fibre effects, to award-winning hand-finished Mother of Pearl tiles.
Byron & Byron Ltd
Product: Deco Polmet
Tel: 0208 510 4800 Email: sales@byronandbyron.com
Web: www.bryonandbryon.com
A window treatment suitable for Contract and Domestic use. Simplicity of a pelmet with the beauty of innovative decorative surfaces.
Studio Annam Ltd
Product: Bao Tam Stool
Tel: 0207 262 9592 Email: mullerpaul@another.com
Studio Annam Ltd. specialize in unique dark wood furniture range with a Deco feel. From occasional tables to dining room suites, occasional chairs and stools.
Brian Yates
Product: Sheila Coombes Simpliciano Linens
Tel: 01524 350 35 Email: sheila.coombes@brian-yates.co.uk
Web: www.brian-yates.co.uk
Sheila Coombes Simpliciano linen adds subtle glitz and glamour. Fine linens are sprinkled with a mist of silver, gold or copper.
ECCO Trading Co. Ltd.
Product: Yarnscape Bench
Tel: 0207 622 4274 Email: eccotrading@aol.com
Web: www.eccotrading.com
The Yarnscape bench features organically hand dyed hemp which has been woven into scupltural patterns and incorporates natural stones.
Florentine Designs Ltd
Product: Nature themed wall designs in hand made frames
Tel: 01208 873 275 Email: k.tickle@fsbdial.co.uk
Web: www.florentinedesigns.co.uk
Since 1988 Florentine has bonded the creative design talents of one partner with the special joinery and engineering skills of the other. The result: original and superbly crafted nature-theme wall designs in hand made frames.
Janie (Knitted Textiles) Ltd
Product: Floral Floor Cushion
Tel: 0115 940 4616 Email: janiewithers@sixfirstave.fsnet.co.uk
Web: www.janie-withers.com
Jane Withers established her design and knit business in 2003 and produces embroidered and knitted contemporary soft furnishings.
Uneek Furniture Ltd
Product: Host of Tables - Brushed Stainless Steel
Tel: 0121 323 2250 Email: melanie@uneekfurniture.co.uk
Web: www.uneekfurniture.co.uk
UNEEK Furnitre designs and manufactures bespoke pieces of furniture using various woods, veneers and metal finishes.
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Editor’s Note:
The British Interior Design Association (BIDA) is a membership association that exists to promote and support the interior design and decoration professions. The BIDA is committed to the advancement of the professional practice of interior design and to the creation of a comprehensive vision for the design challenges of the future.
design interiors is an integral part of The Interiors Event incorporating The Furniture Show, Furnishing Accessories, Collection, The Lighting Show and KBB incorporating Expotile. design interiors is the most significant fabric showcase within the industry; you can source every product to complement your interiors. Products include fabrics, cushions, throws, wall coverings, floor coverings, bespoke furniture and exclusive accessories. Design Interiors 2007: 21-24 January, NEC, Birmingham.
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