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Setting a challenge Tapi is looking to stand out from its ‘dusty, musty and price focused’ rivals as Martin Harris lays down the gauntlet to ‘stale’ sector So what has possibly been the most talked about new store in recent memory has opened. With its first two stores in London and Great Yarmouth, and a third planed for Ipswich, Tapi has demonstrated its ambition to be a national retailer from the off (see p6).

First impressions seem good, with a spacious and interesting layout as Martin Harris looks to shake-up a sector he has described as ‘very stale for decades’.

I’m sure many of you will find the irony in his description that ‘normal carpet shops are dusty, musty and price focused’ when Carpetright has been largely responsible for creating such a reliance of price when it comes to marketing flooring.

Another retailer for who price is a key part of its message is ScS, and for shareholders

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the past few weeks have not been happy (see p10). A disappointing month (including two Bank Holidays) saw orders drop by 15.9% and its shares plummeted.

The weather (as ever) and the general election were blamed for reducing footfall and putting shoppers off making large purchases. Such influences affect all retailers but others have yet to warn shareholders of being similarly affected and ScS shares are still about 15% below the price they floated at in January.

At the Buying Groups’ National Flooring Show it was interesting to see so many companies having an emphasis on new display units, with an agreement that many retailers and suppliers had been underinvesting in this area in the past few years. Hopefully we can see stores looking a bit more spruce, and certainly not musty, in the months ahead.

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE NEWS Sol Super Trio with Sol Bed

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Service takes priority at Tapi

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Orders drop hits ScS shares

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Richard Naylor joins Steinhoff management

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Retail John Lewis’s trends for autumn/winter

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Carpet Six more ranges added to Crown Carpets portfolio

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Beds and bedroom Sealy and Westbridge Furniture in sofabed venture; NBF Bed show Awards; still on-trend and the latest bedlinen and wardrobes to hit the stores

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Buying groups Products, services, merchandising

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Tapi to focus on shopping experience and service Tapi Carpets & Flooring, Martin Harris’s new mid-market chain, will focus on service and the shopping experience.

‘We don’t think price is that important, we think the service you give is more important. Yes, you’ve got to have offers, even Harrods has sales, but this is about the journey, the inspiration, the sensory bits that you get,’ says Harris.

‘We want you to have the pleasure of browsing and finding the floor that’s right for you, not the one that makes me the most money. I’m not interested in margin. I’m interested in finding the flooring that’s right for you, because then you’ll come back. Integrity is very important to us.’

The first store on Tooting High Street, south London, was opened in May with a second branch in Great Yarmouth due to be ready for business in early June followed by Ipswich.

As well as high streets and retail parks, Harris is looking to open in shopping centres.

‘People love spending money on their homes, there are TV programmes about it, but I don’t think the flooring sector has embraced that, it’s been very stale for decades.

Normal carpet shops are dusty, musty and price focused. I think Tapi is very different,’ he says.

‘This whole store is about sensation – touch, smell, sound, sight. This is light, airy, inviting; it’s a pleasure to be in.

We’ve raised the standards of retailing. We want as many sites as possible. If we can put Tapi in places where there are people, we will be successful.’

The Tooting store features a lounge area with seating and a kitchen bar. ‘It’s designed to encourage a

conversation, we’re not trying to sell to you, we’re trying to advise,’ he says.

Harris has secured investment from Sir Harry Djanogly, Tapi chairman, and DFS founder Lord Kirkham.

He has also recruited former Carpetright colleagues.

Johanna Constantinou, Tapi marketing director, worked at Carpetright from August 2002 to January 2015, with roles including group director of marketing and head of marketing Europe.

Karen Knighton, Tapi financial operations director, was Carpetright head of financial operations from April 2007 to December 2014. She was named as Carpetright store support colleague of the year in 2014 for her work ethics, dedication and streamlining of operational processes in the finance department.

Stephen Davies, Tapi operations director south, was Carpetright’s divisional sales controller from November 2001.

Tracey Skea, Tapi commercial development director, was previously executive assistant to Harris from April 2010 to September 2014. She was interim digital development manager and finance analyst at Carpetright.

Neil Anscomb, Tapi regional sales manager, was Carpetright regional sales manager from November 1998 until last month. He was Carpetright manager of the year in 2008.

Andy Brown, Carpetright divisional manager, is on gardening leave and is expected to join Tapi.

There are plans for up to 200 Tapi stores.

Dreams expands into homeware Bed chain Dreams has followed the example of former sister chain ScS and expanded its product offer.

Its first Dreams At Home, which opened last month in Watford, offers a selection of carpets and more than 500 products from Sabichi including furniture, electrical, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom accessories, and home furnishings.

‘We are excited to be launching this first homeware concept format in collaboration with Sabichi, which will offer Dreams customers an impressive choice of high quality, contemporary homeware at excellent value prices, in

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addition to our extensive range of beds, bedroom furniture and soft furnishings,’ says Jeremy Gerken, Dreams retail director.

Last October Mike Logue, Dreams chief executive, said many of its stores were too large and it would look into expanding into other product areas.

Balta Group owner Doughty Hanson has added the possibility of a stockmarket flotation of the carpet and flooring manufacturer to its disposal options.

The company, which bought a majority stake from Filiep Balcaen in 2004 in a deal that valued it at €600m, says that it has appointed merchant banks Lazard and JP Morgan to advise it.

In March Doughty Hanson said it was looking to sell Balta.

‘The shareholders feel now is a good time to explore various strategic alternatives to support the company’s growth ambitions for the years to come,’ it says.

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NEWS

ScS warning hits investors Shareholders in upholstery and carpet chain ScS saw the value of their investment drop by almost a third after the retailer said shoppers stayed away in April and the May Bank Holiday.

Shares fell from 218.6p to 150p after it warned that like for like orders for the four weeks to 2 May were down by 15.9%.

‘Trading over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend and the first May Bank Holiday has been impacted by a period of warmer weather which coincided with peak sales periods, resulting in lower footfall in stores which, together with uncertainty over the outcome of the General Election, has significantly lowered customers’ confidence in committing to big ticket purchases and resulted in higher levels of market discounting,’ it said.

The company expects trading to revert to ‘more normal levels’ but EBITDA profits would be between £11m-£12m in the year to 25 July, down from £12.9m a year earlier.

Analysts had previously expected profits of about £14.5m.

At the time of writing the share price had reached 160p, still 15p below the price it floated at in January.

Meanwhile, the Advertising Standards Authority has said that two ScS free carpet advertisements were misleading while clearing six others.

Carpetright had complained that press and online advertisements promoting ‘Free Carpet With Any Sofa, £399 or over’ could be misleading.

There were fewer shoppers for ScS during the April and May Bank Holidays

ScS said it had not increased the price of the sofas to cover the cost of the carpet and provided the prices of the sofas for the nine months before the promotion began.

The ASA ruled it was fair to describe the carpet as free for six of the sofas after determining the established price for the sofas and comparing it against the price the product had been sold at when advertised as coming with a free carpet.

But, it found that the established price of one model was £899, but was sold at £999 with the carpet, while another had an established price of £985 but was sold for £995 with the carpet.

It told the chain not to repeat the advertisements.

Barkers invests £3m in expansion Yorkshire retailer Barkers is to expand its Northallerton interiors store by a third to 60,000sqft in a £3m investment. Work on building the new contemporary furniture, homeware and accessories department is expected to be completed by Christmas.

The recession forced it to postpone its expansion plans in 2008.

‘We will increase the size of the furnishing store to 60,000sqft and the new area will have its own identity and a totally different feel to the existing part of the store,

The children of Ian Barker, Barkers store director, cut the first turf, William (centre), 11, his sister Hannah, 10, and sevenyear-old brother Thomas

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which is more traditional,’ says Charles Barker, Barkers md.

‘As a business we feel retail is fast-moving and we can never stand still. Customers, quite rightly, have high expectations and it is up to us to answer that demand. Our philosophy is to make our stores into a destination and that seems to be working as we draw customers from all over Yorkshire, the North East, and even from down South.’

He says there are now fewer family-owned department stores because of the cost of property and often not a line of succession or people wanting to go into the family business.

‘Because we have a new generation in place, we plan to be here for the long-term and we have tremendous confidence in the town of Northallerton,’ he says.

‘We felt the effects of the recession in 2008 after the banking crisis happened and we have had some challenging times since then, but in the last 18 months we’ve found people are much more positive, there is more consumer confidence and spending has increased.’

The company is also investing £500,000 to revamp the first floor of its department store in the prosperous market town, with a new 180-seat restaurant.

The combined investment is likely to see staff numbers rise from 250 to about 270.

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Management boost at Steinhoff Bed manufacturer Steinhoff UK Beds has boosted its management and marketing teams ahead of a relaunch of its brands.

Richard Naylor has been appointed as design and development director to drive new product innovation at its bed manufacturing sites in Huntingdon and Wellington.

‘Richard brings over 15 years of experience within the furniture and bedding industry and his full board appointment signals our intention to cement our position as the UK’s number one bed manufacturer,’ says Andy Murdoch, Steinhoff UK manufacturing md.

‘We had identified the need for a senior figure within the business to drive innovation and design across all the brands and Richard’s expertise fitted the profile we were looking for.

He will be a great addition to the

board and will help realise the potential for the future of our business.’

Helen Weaver has joined as brand marketing coordinator, after periods at Silentnight and Harrison Spinks.

‘There is no sense in having a fantastic product portfolio without taking those stories to market. Our customers, whether it be the end consumer or our base of loyal retailers, are all thirsty for information presented in innovative ways. Helen has great ideas and a vast amount of experience in working with a multibrand portfolio and will be a great asset to the business going forwards,’ says Murdoch.

Having relaunched Dunlopillo last autumn with the Dunlopillo Signature Collection, the group has plans to relaunch Myer’s, Slumberland and Staples over the next year.

Shooting and golf raise £24,000 Two of the industry’s largest charity fundraising events have raised £24,000 between them.

The second Northern Big Shots clay pigeon shooting day raised £14,000 for The Furniture Makers’ Company after attracting 17 teams.

‘Northern Big Shots is now established as a focal point for the furnishings industry in the North to network and as a significant fundraiser for our industry’s charity, raising funds to encourage new talent through its education programme, drive excellence and help those in need when times are tough. We are immensely grateful to all those who support us, sponsors, participants and helpers alike,’ says Karen Fairhurst, chairwoman of the charity’s Northern fundraising group.

Meanwhile, the 59th Kidderminster Carpet Manufacturers’ National Golf Tournament, sponsored by Mr Tomkinson, raised almost £10,000 for charity.

The 19-20 May event, again held at the

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Roomsets will play a central role

Hub approach for John Lewis The next John Lewis At Home store will feature a new display method centred around a hub and roomsets.

Its Horsham, West Sussex store, which is due to open on 18 June, will present an edited selection of 16,000 products across furniture, furnishing accessories, homeware, technology and nursery departments. The hub will bring together all home services and allow customers to browse John Lewis’s full furniture range, whether in-store or via online portals, in one space.

Surrounding the Home hub will be 11 roomsets displaying various interior trends, and inside the hub customers will be able to coordinate their furniture, floorcoverings and soft furnishings using John Lewis’s various design services with the help of staff.

The development, which has created 217 jobs, will see John Lewis At Home and Waitrose become integrated, giving customers the opportunity to browse both shops in one trip.

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Kidderminster Golf Club, attracted a higher number of teams for the four ball and two ball days than 2014’s event.

‘We are delighted that the industry has once again shown its generosity in supporting the event, which this year is supporting Macmillan Cancer Support and local Kidderminster charities,’ says Shaun Lewis, organising chairman.

‘Special thanks must go to Mr Tomkinson for again being our main sponsor.’

Since its foundation the event has raised more than £1m for charity.

South Eastern flooring chain Fludes is to open a store in the heart of Brighton.

The five-store chain will have a 1,200sqft concession in the Western Road branch of soft furnishings chain C&H Fabrics. It will be located on the first floor of the store next to the coffee shop.

Andy Laird, Fludes md, says the opening on 1 June will fulfil a desire to have a store in the city centre and he sees it as a major growth generator in the coming years.

The branch will focus on branded products aimed at a middle and upper market customer base.

Estimating, fitting and stock will be handled by its Newhaven store.

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Visit: www.floorwise.co.uk 2 Avenue Floors’ Rapallo design is making the beauty and intricacy of marble accessible for more people. In three shades, including a neutral, grey and charcoal, Rapallo offers the look of marble in a floor in three widths that is resistant to scratches and stains, provides slip resistance and adds softness and warmth underfoot.

Visit: www.avenuefloors.co.uk 3 Noble Heathers from Balta Broadloom brings the look of natural carpet with all the benefits of 100% StainSafe fibre, a collection suited to the demands of busy lives. In a palette of 10 heather shades, the

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carpet comes with 10-year wear and 15-year stain warranties and Ultratex quick+ comfort felt backing for additional underfoot comfort.

Tel: 0032 5662 2211 4 Wilton Carpets Commercial held a country fete and party for its staff to celebrate its 20th anniversary. ‘The factory is busier than it has ever been and we now have a business working 24 hours a day and our customers are appreciating the design and service Wilton Carpets Commercial brings to them,’ says Peter Le Count, Wilton Carpets Commercial md.

Visit: www.wiltoncarpets.com 5 In three designs offering an alternative to stripes, including an on-trend tonal houndstooth, Jaudon from Lano Carpets brings contemporary patterned carpet to the home. Jaudon uses Lano’s three-ply yarn to provide clarity to the modern geometrics available in a selection of midtone naturals, modern greys and charcoal.

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6 Whether thank you photos and installers recommending the Master Installer course to each other, or posts declaring how work has been won through being listed on the QuickStep website, feedback for The Academy for Excellence in Flooring is positive: being a Quick-Step Master Installer means a brighter business future.

Visit: www.quick-step-academy.co.uk 7 Available in 4m and 5m widths, Crown Floors’ Avondale carpet range of sophisticated and modern neutrals, lifted with a salt and pepper effect to give a more natural appearance, is crafted from two-ply polypropylene for resilience and durability. It has 12 colours and is bleach cleanable.

Visit: www.crownfloors.co.uk 8 The stripped pine look of Leoline’s Cardassian and the weathered painted effect of Azur, reflect the continued rise of the Scandi look for the home, with weathered and distressed surfaces giving a relaxed vibe that achieves a comfortable lived-in look

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that is also fresh and bright, thanks to light tones and richly textured surfaces.

Visit: www.leoline.co.uk 9 The latest collection from Lano Carpets’ SmartStrand Silk brand, Bella Donna, is a luxurious velvet saxony with softness and class-leading ease of living. Available in 24 colours, ranging from naturals through to contemporary on-trend greys, Bella Donna’s gentle silk effect adds a modern and elegant look.

Visit: www.lano.com 10 A combination of Polyflor’s high design luxury vinyl tiles and high performance safety flooring was used to help create a bright and welcoming atmosphere throughout Anya Court care home in Rugby, Warwickshire recently. Expona Commercial luxury vinyl tiles in Grey Pine were installed on the ground floor of the home, in the reception area, hair salon and the Juke Box cafe.

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11 Linking the world of fashion with furniture design, Burgess Beds has added two bedsteads to its collection, including the Izzy bedstead with an elegant gentle curve and ontrend French seam. Handmade in England since 1927, Burgess Beds offers any size or shape as well as a full 10-year guarantee.

Tel: 01706 212 731 12 In profile, Swedese’s Diva sofa and easy chair by Staffan Holm look like a sprinter just about to start a race, but from the front they are open, flirty and inviting. They have attitude, elegance and charisma.

Visit: www.swedese.com 13 Polyflor’s Designatex vinyl flooring range includes 12 wood-effect and six stone-effect designs. To complement both traditional and modern interiors, the wood collection features a variety of wood species and layouts including three classic parquet designs. Tile styles include limestone, slate and paving effect in three layouts: slim tiles, random tile placement and varied tile widths.

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14 Showcasing the collection’s range of 12 solid colours and four coordinated stripes, Balta Broadloom’s lectern for The Noble Collection captures the elegance of the range.

Featuring striking branding and an all-over black finish, the lectern is destined to stand out in-store drawing the interest of consumers.

Tel: 00 32 5662 2211 15 B&B Italia has updated Husk with a choice of oak legs (in light, black, grey and smoked finishes) and a four-star base in aluminium, with or without castors in a range of finishes in addition to the original die-cast legs.

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Quintessentials John Lewis has identified five key consumer mindsets for autumn/winter 2015

1 Global View The Internet and more affordable international travel have expanded the horizons of so many consumers.

Borders are no longer barriers for products and experiences. There is an expectation of an instantly accessible world which has inevitably had an impact on our lifestyles and aesthetic choices.

Whether Generation Z digital natives or Baby Boomer silver surfers, this nomadic consumer embarks upon local and far flung explorations: collecting items, ideas and inspiration with which to create eclectic and individual styles in the way they dress and furnish their homes.

Those who embrace this mindset make the most of the accessible world and express their global outlook in the way that they live and the objects that surround them. This becomes apparent in the desire for mobile connectivity: technology that allows us to instantly capture and share the moment wherever we are.

Trends Fusion: Express your wanderlust at home. Colour, materials and details are all inspired by global art and design.

Nomad identity: Consumers now desire an eclectic fusion of different cultures and backgrounds and that desire is reflected in how they dress.

Short haul – long haul: Staying connected on the go. The urge to travel and the desire to share what we see and experience via social media is driving sales of lightweight, transportable technology.

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Cookery schools, recipe books and television programmes are catering to the desire to cook, create and serve an increasingly international range of dishes. Fiesta tableware is inspired by Latin American cuisine. From Mexico to Chile via Peru, this colourful and celebratory regional style of dining brings vivid brights and patterns to the kitchen and dining room. Pictured is Pols Potten bowl Blue, Da Terra folklore platter and Jigsaw aluminium bowl.

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2 Scandinavian Sensibilities In many ways Scandinavian style has gone far beyond the realms of what might be considered a trend. Instead, its philosophical approach and aesthetic qualities should be regarded as having a timeless appeal to consumers. Functionality, simplicity and quality are the key words in this mindset. As our day-to-day lives seem increasingly hectic and demanding, there is a desire for things that are ‘hassle-free.’ In furniture and fashion, shapes are pared down to their basic elements. That’s not to say it is lacking personality. While silhouettes may be minimal, they are combined with decorative elements that may have a naive or folk-art aspect.

One of the key drivers is the desire to switch off from our busy lives, but in fact consumers choose to engage with the world in more simple and nostalgic ways.

For autumn/ winter 2015, the colour palette of charcoal and white is enlivened with flashes of acid yellow which brings a vivid contemporary tonality. Pictured is Grayson coffee table, Hesta rug in citrine and Loki medium corner chaise end sofa.

Florien steel fabric, Malin citrine fabric, Malin nordic blue fabric, Elin citrine fabric and Malin nordic blue fabric.

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Viva double bed, Mantel tray floor light and Viva striped four drawer chest.

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Scandi home: Quality and design integrity go hand-in-hand with a return to clean lines and simplicity of form.

Konichiwa: There is a strong connection between Scandinavian and Japanese traditions, with both sharing a pared-down and uncomplicated aesthetic.

New Nordic: Scandi design is typically associated with timeless simplicity but a new generation of Nordic designers are emerging and influencing mainstream style.

Customisation: The desire to create something unique and personal continues to grow in homewares, furniture and fashion.

Future classics: A new generation of designers are capitalising on our urge to gather and surround ourselves with original design that will stand the test of time.

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3 Indulgence Until recently many consumers and retailers were shying away from the idea of ‘luxury,’ which seemed out of reach to most and – in the context of the global economy – almost inappropriate. But as consumer confidence increases, there is to be a revolt against austerity. And there is also a change in the way we define ‘luxury’.

It is more than simply buying status symbols; it is also a state of mind. This is manifesting itself in the lifestyles of consumers. We notice the revival of the ‘cocktail culture’ and the rise of boutique distilleries.

In interiors there is an increased desire for indulgence, from home fragrances to luxury textiles such as cashmere. Our homes have become more than just places to live – they are retreats. Those with this mindset will invest in quality tailoring and accessories whose style will endure.

From flashes of gold and brass to deep, rich red and turquoise tones, the Boutique Hotel trend shows the desire to break out of the postrecession mindset. Cocktail cabinets, dressing tables and chaise longues sit alongside contemporary pieces while hinting at a bygone age of opulence and indulgence. Pictured is Puccini drinks cabinet, Wendy Morrison Jewels rug and Odyssey large sofa.

Green cut glass vase, Greta Table lamp and green marble box.

Trends

John Lewis has launched its highest ever thread count in bedlinen (1,200), as customers look to recreate the luxury of a hotel sleep experience at home. Elsewhere in the bedroom, the rise of blackout blinds and curtains, and the increased use of technology such as Lumie bodyclock alarms and sleep-tracking apps show the lengths to which Britons will go in search of a successful night’s sleep. Pictured is ceiling armed brass Levin light, Emily double bed and Greek key rug in silver grey.

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Boutique Hotel: Capitalising on the desire to create a sense of sanctuary at home, Boutique Hotel provides a perfect balance between accessibility and luxury.

Cashmere head-to-toe: Today’s consumer has an eye for premium quality and an increasing appetite for luxuriant fabrics such as cashmere.

First class style: Travel first class, even if you’re sitting in economy. This trend is about rewarding yourself at every opportunity, even when in transit by accessorising with the likes of cashmere wraps and velvet eye masks.

Me time: There is a move toward consumers investing in an indulgent night’s sleep. To address this, John Lewis is launching its highest-ever thread count bedlinen (1,200) for autumn/winter 2015.

Cocktail hour: We are becoming a nation of home mixologists. Sales of martini glasses, champagne coupes

and barware are rising as customers enjoy a sophisticated cocktail moment in their living rooms.

Green is the new black: Although it appears across all fashion categories, green – in all its hues – is the emerging colour in menswear. Will we see it challenge last year’s ubiquitous blue suit?

Luxe loungewear: Consumers no longer relax at home in old Ramones T-shirts.

This trend is about the finest cotton pyjamas, cashmere hoodies and silk nightwear.

Heirloom: It’s no longer just about shiny, new and modern; consumers want premium products that feel as though there is a connection with the past, most notably in vintage jewellery.

High definition vision and sound: Technology continues to become more immersive and the focus for 2015 is on delivery of the clearest, sharpest vision and sound.

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This mindset embraces all the technological solutions for the demands of our fast-moving modern lives. As the name suggests, this consumer embraces an urban outlook, but that doesn’t mean they live in the heart of the city. Time and space are precious commodities in today’s world and so products must reflect both.

In the kitchen, new machines prepare and cook ingredients for easier, faster meals. Beyond the digital aspect of this mindset, we see a focus on furniture that is adaptable and designed to suit more compact living. Children are natural users of technology today and manufacturers are developing tech products with younger users in mind. Schoolwork becomes more engaging, bedtime stories are told on e-readers. Health and wellbeing are natural categories for this mindset, with technological ‘active wear’ and ‘connected’ home fitness devices.

City Apartment is an attitude rather than a location. A stylish home office is the perfect expression of this. Modern lifestyles mean the boundaries between work and home are blurring and contemporary connectivity means that the office is wherever we are.

Trends Gen Z: Children of the digital revolution engage with technology instinctively and naturally. This informs not only how they live but how they dress.

Work-life balance: Holistic technology can work with our lifestyle and our home environment to meet customers’ needs for improved wellness, mindfulness and health.

City Apartment: Embracing a sophisticated urban vision and fusing a contemporary lifestyle with timeless design classics.

Compact living: Small spaces, studio living, shared accommodation: the pressure of housing costs and tight spaces is fuelling customer demand for stylish, compact, cost effective furnishings.

Tom Dixon Bell floor lamp, Cosmic LED ceiling pendant and John Lewis Gazelle desk walnut.

The chain expects its growing range of Design Icons to hold a significant appeal for those with the Metropolitan mindset. Modernity is one of the key watchwords for this consumer, hence the emphasis on new technologies, but the best designs from the golden age of Modernism maintain a sense of modernity even in the 21st century, such as the Eames Lounger.

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Designed in-house, the success of the Croft collection has reflected a desire to turn our living space into a retreat. Croft embraces traditional craftinfluenced style and combines a palette of warm neutrals, traditional materials and cocooning textures. Deep pile rugs, traditional forms and glazes on ceramics and Mongolian lambswool cushions all help to make the home a haven of tranquillity. Pictured is Croft thatch rug in marble, Braemar rug in putty and Braid rug in charcoal.

Provenance continues to be the watchword for many consumers who are increasingly interested in the backstory of the products they buy.

Where is it from? Who made it and how? As ideas of authenticity and ‘realness’ come to the fore we see a continuation of the trend for natural materials and craft-based products.

Elements of the handmade satisfy the desire for products with personality – and the potential for expressing one’s individual style. In tandem with this is an empowering ‘do-it-yourself’ aspect to the lifestyles of consumers, taking in everything from home baking and haberdashery to urban bee-keeping.

Allied to this is a continued interest in British-made, with products from the traditional centres of excellence in tailoring, textiles, furniture and ceramics being among those to carry a certain cachet with consumers.

Trends Croft: The home as sanctuary: reflecting the desire to retreat into a timeless environment of warm neutrals, traditional materials and cocooning textures.

Homemade style: We are returning in droves to the lure of the knitting needle, the sewing machine, the crochet hook. Sales of haberdashery and dress making patterns are up.

Designer-maker: Provenance is of increasing importance to consumers which explains the rise of the designer-maker – craftsman with the skills and vision to hand-make their product.

Going local: Searching for intimate connections with local communities, seeking local produce and a doorstep culture.

Honey: Our honey bees are symbolic of traditional industry and craft. Their precarious future has prompted a rise in bee-keeping – even in the most urban environments – and a celebration of the hive in a range of products from candles to jewellery to polish.

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Diversity and service rule Crown Floors has revamped its offer with the addition of six ranges Independent retailers are the lifeblood of Crown Floors, so the brand is committed to ensuring that it provides the best carpet collections to its network of stockists, helping them to play a part in providing on-trend styles offering the performance, quality and value expected by homeowners.

The brand has unveiled a major overhaul of its collections, introducing six styles. With Avondale, Greystoke, Kent House Langholm, Lauderdale & Stripes, and Newhaven, alongside top sellers, retailers now have 13 ranges to choose from.

This depth of choice not only gives consumers a large amount of diversity from which to make their decision, it also underlines the commitment of Crown Floors to make sure its brand becomes a major focus of any independent outlet.

‘Our new ranges for 2015 celebrate all that is great about Crown Floors carpet – variety, style, quality and value – and help to show just how important our UK-wide network of retailers are to us,’ says James Caldwell, Crown Floors sales coordinator. ‘These collections continue our reputation for being at the forefront of flooring style and look set to really shake things up for the rest of the year and beyond.’

As well as the diversity of styles, there is a range of qualities with 100% wool, Easy Clean and Satin Soft collections in a variety of pile weights and widths.

One of the premier new carpets is Lauderdale & Stripes, made from 100% British wool. The tonal stripe and Berber plain combination gives a sophisticated take on one of the main trends in interiors. With six stripes married to eight plain shades, the collection offers the peace of mind of perfectly matched

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Langholm

carpet in a wool quality uncommon for coordinated ranges.

The stripe is available in a 4m width, with the plain options also available in a 5m option. Lauderdale & Stripes comes with a 10-year warranty and is rated for Heavy Domestic use.

It has also introduced four Extra Strong carpets into the foray for 2015, answering many of the criticisms occasionally levied at polypropylene about its long-term durability in busy homes.

This two-ply yarn bears all the easy clean benefits of 100% polypropylene, but with the advantage of a more resilient carpet that recovers from furniture impressions with greater gusto and also helps to combat signs of wear, as demonstrated by the 15-year wear warranty with Kent House and the sevenyear wear warranty for Avondale.

Avondale is available in 4m and 5m widths, and is a modern take on neutral shades, with 12 colours ranging from the pale cream of Winter Bloom through to the contemporary grey of Stone Chapel. With a natural appearance, helped by the extra definition a two-ply yarn brings, it achieves a Heavy Domestic rating and also comes with a 10-year stain warranty.

Langholm has 12 colours including several shades of grey, for a modern feel with a more uniform look than natural fibres.

Greystoke, in 12 colours, explores the depth of grey shades in Silver Cloud and Horseshoe among others, as well as more natural tones such as Wholegrain and Hedgerow. With a more natural look similar to Avondale, Greystoke offers 4m and 5m widths and offers 15-year stain and 10-year wear warranties.

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Kent House has a 13.8mm pile that captures the fashion for more opulent and luxurious interior finishes in the home. In 12 shades, including a broad array of greys ranging from the charcoal of Black Anvil through to the paler Smoky Room, this collection comes with 15-year wear and 20-year stain warranties and is available in 4m and 5m widths.

The polyamide Newhaven appeals to consumers looking to reflect a love of luxury in their carpet. In 24 colours ranging from Carmine Red through to Apple, Gold and Silver, this is one of the brand’s most varied and colourful collections and has a 15-year wear warranty.

‘These new collections, joining our existing favourites, really do create a wonderful assortment of carpet for this year and we are truly excited about the potential they hold, confident that they will open up a world of sales opportunities for our independent retailers right across the UK. It is quite a serious update for us and one which really does push Crown Floors to a new level,’ says Caldwell.

The company offers a variety of display options. Stockists with the wall display will see it updated with the existing Alderley Edge, Crown Wilton, Roseland and Penrose ranges joined by the six new collections.

Independent retailers will also be able to show-off selected new collections on a dedicated waterfall tombola. Featuring a theme that combines the familiar Crown Floors’ blue with fresh and contemporary white, the waterfall has a compact footprint

and comes on wheels so it can be easily moved to adapt to changing store layouts. With 74 slots for large 14in x 18in samples, the display can house up to six qualities including four new for 2015 ranges – Langholm, Greystoke, Kent House and Lauderdale.

Standard waterfall lecterns are also available with ranges showcased including Lauderdale, Langholm and Greystoke along with Roseland, Sheringham, Wilton House, Penrose and Parkland. The full-range lectern has Greystoke and Langholm as new appearances, while Alderley Edge and Crown Wilton remain from the existing collection.

‘We really believe our dedication to keeping in line with the latest home interior styles and working hard to service our stockists well are the key to our continued growth,’ says Caldwell. ‘Backed by Europe’s largest carpet manufacturer we are in an enviable position of being able to quickly develop ranges that reflect the changing profile of today’s carpet buyer.

‘Take wool as an example. Where once the fibre was dominant, now we are seeing more and more people look towards the easy living benefits and silk-like luxuriousness of polypropylene and polyamide collections and we have responded to this with our Extra Strong and Satin Soft collections. Now wool accounts for just one of our 13 ranges, more accurately reflecting the balance of power in independent flooring retailers.’

Servicing customers is important to the independent so all cut lengths are supplied from its UK warehouse in Rochdale, providing speedy delivery timescales.

‘We appreciate that many consumers visit their independent because of the perception of quality and service and this is something we are determined to uphold with the Crown Floors name,’ adds Caldwell.

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Be a contender

Companies are urged to enter the National Bed Federation Bed Show Awards If you think you’re one of the top bed retailers in the country, the 2015 National Bed Federation Bed Show Awards are a must. Now in their fifth year, the awards have become a pinnacle of excellence in the industry and celebrate the most successful bed retailers, manufacturers and suppliers.

‘Awards acknowledge success and innovation. Winning the accolade is a fantastic way to raise your profile and is a great opportunity to showcase your achievements, your people and your business. That’s why we’re calling on businesses – of all sizes – to enter the awards,’ says Jessica Alexander, NBF executive director.

There are five categories: Multiple Bed Retailer of the Year won last year by Furniture Village; Independent Bed Retailer of the Year (Surrey Beds); Bed Etailer of the Year(Loaf.com); Bed Manufacturer of the Year (Hypnos) and Bed Component Supplier of the Year (J De Walleg).

‘Winning Independent Bed Retailer of the Year has certainly helped to raise my profile. My win was featured in our local newspaper and has increased awareness for Surrey Beds in our direct catchment area,’ says Jerry Cheshire, Surrey Beds director.

‘We were absolutely over the moon to have been crowned Bed Manufacturer of the Year. Winning an award of this nature

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Last year’s winners celebrate

has proved highly valuable in helping to differentiate us from our competitors while reinforcing our brand image. It has not only helped us to build and strengthen relationships with key businesses and suppliers, it has also benefitted us internally too. An award such as this is a great boost to team morale, having a noticeably positive impact on employee engagement and behaviour,’ says Chris Ward, Hypnos marketing director.

‘We are proud to be accredited with such a prestigious industry related award. We operate in a highly competitive industry, to have our accomplishments recognised has been both satisfying and motivating as it has

been a concerted and collective effort by all levels within the company,’ says Andy Richardson, J De Walleg production director.

‘Don’t be afraid to self-promote and if you believe you are best in class – then make sure you shout out about your achievements – they deserve to be recognised. You’ve got to be in it, to win it,’ says Alexander.

She will be joined on the judging panel by Bernard Eaton, Greenwood Retail md; Chris Peck, Cabinet Maker editor; Richard De Melim, Furnishing Report editor; Paul Farley, Furniture News editor and Andrew Kidd, Interiors Monthly editor.

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BEDS AND BEDROOM There are four designs for the sofabed which features an 18cm mattress

Holly Venning

No compromise Two companies have combined to bring out the best aspects of a sofabed Sealy and Westbridge Furniture have combined to create the Day or Night sofabed collection, designed to offer the full benefits of a sofa and a bed without the compromises traditionally associated with sofabeds. The companies have been working together for about a year.

Westbridge created a frame using a mechanism from Lampolet that allows a full height 18cm Sealy mattress to be used, rather than 10cm or 12cm mattresses commonly found in sofabeds.

‘We’ve created a bespoke design to work with the Lampolet mechanism and the 1400 zoned pocket sprung mattress encompasses all the support you would expect from Sealy Posturepedic. Features include Smart Fibres for the residential version with Bugshield and natural wool for the contract option,’ says Lee Sides, Westbridge designer.

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designs with which different arms and backs can be used. The upholstery frame is made from hardwood and composite boards that are glued and screwed for added strength. Seat cushions are a bespoke design that Westbridge has engineered with its foam suppliers. With the Lampolet mechanism, the mattress folds away neatly and effortlessly.

‘This is a brand new venture for both of us and we are bringing something new to the industry. Initial feedback from the products is proving to be quite successful,’ says Holly Venning, Sealy brand marketing manager.

Westbridge will handle distribution of the residential version of Day or Night and Sealy the contract version.

Sealy has also updated its bed offer with several new models including the 1400 Pocket Geltex Tuft, Pocket Contour Reflexion, Latex Adjustable, Geltex

Adjustable, 1400 Pocket Latex and 1400 Pocket Geltex in the Pocket collection.

‘The 1,400 pocket springs in the 1400 Pocket Geltex Tuft are encased in Unicase which holds the springs in place and stops the unit from swaying or the edges buckling. It extends the sleeping area, giving support right to the edge of the mattress while 40mm of Geltex gel infused foam offers push back support and excellent breathability,’ says Venning.

The hand-tufted Ortho from the Ortho Collection features the new PostureTech XD spring system for consistently firm support across the mattress. Backcare Elite and Millionaire Ortho now also include the new system. Diamond Anniversary, Diamond Latex and Diamond Ortho from the Anniversary Collection have been updated.

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BEDS AND BEDROOM Nick’s striking aesthetic balance is the result of the refined and perfectly proportioned design of the individual components. The chromeplated metal legs give the design lightness while contrasting stitching on headboard and surround highlight the elegant proportions of the bed. With a broad choice of fabric and leather upholstery, this is a bed ripe for customisation.

Leading the way As it celebrates its 80th anniversary, Molteni&C continues to demonstrate it remains at the forefront of design. Visit: www.molteni.it The wooden base of Fulham Road, available in a range of colours to match most bedroom decor, makes the bed the main protagonist in the room. The wraparound textile or leather headboard provides a cosy and relaxing niche in which to rest, read or watch television.

A bench that can be placed at the foot of the bed completes the project.

Ribbon is a soft textile bed with a modern design, using natural materials. The textile or leather upholstery hooks up to a ribbon, with leather details, that runs all the way round the headboard and bed and serves both a structural and an aesthetic purpose. As in a rosette, the soft and inviting silhouette underlines the familiarity of the object. The tall and softly padded headboard makes it highly contemporary, and suitable for the most discerning customers. The upholstery slipcover is fully detachable.

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4040 is a generously proportioned bedside unit and an ideal companion for the wide range of Molteni&C beds. The frame and drawers are made from eucalyptus veneer and rest on a pewtercoloured metal base. The top can be in eucalyptus or marble.

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This allows Kaymed stockists to enjoy the benefits of being first to market with groundbreaking technologies, giving them the edge over their competition.

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Becky and Lolo’s Dino Land duvet set features dinosaurs on a brown, beige, black and green background, sure to give a child’s room colour. Made using cotton-rich poly/cotton, this duvet set is both breathable and durable.

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Dressing up

Tesco’s Paloma floral check reverse double duvet set (left) features oversized florals for impact while the Bright Vintage set combines patchwork with florals.

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Latest bedlinen in-store

Add a dose of colour to a bedroom with Made.com’s hand dipdyed bedlinens, made from Egyptian cotton for a luxurious feel.

Visit: www.made.com

The Secret Linen Store’s Wild Rose Dusty Pink bedding is classically styled. Woven on the Jacquard loom, the pattern is a distressed rose and the sateen finish gives it a lustrous sheen and iridescence. It is made in 100% cotton (50% Egyptian) from long staple yarns.

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Make every bedtime magical with In-Spaces’ Blue Woodland bedlinen. Perfect for the young at heart who love animals and fairy tales, it is also available also in brown.

Visit: www.in-spaces.com

SLEEP BEAUTIFULLY Designed by Burgess Beds, hand made in England

Knowsley Park Way, Haslingden. England. BB4 4RS 01706 212 731

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Loaf’s Moose children’s wardrobe is made from reclaimed timber and features a shoe drawer.

Visit: www.loaf.com

Hang five

Aspace’s Charterhouse armoire includes a central divider, two half-width hanging rails (which can be positioned as full width hanging) and two half-width shelves. It is available in Silk White, Prussian Blue, Antique White, Taupe or Dark Grey.

Visit: www.aspace.co.uk

Wardrobes in-store now

Puji’s Henry wardrobe, made from reclaimed teak, provides ample hanging space for longer items of clothing and two internal shelves (one above the rail and one close to the bottom) for additional storage of footwear or bulky items.

Visit: www.puji.com

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Tesco’s Hardwick wardrobe has metal handles, three doors, four drawers and a frosted centre panel.

Visit: www.tesco.com

The painted and distressed finish of Out There Interiors’ Corissa iron wardrobe allows clothes to be seen.

Visit: www.outthereinteriors.com

SIESTA BEDS COMFORT & QUALITY ASSURED Est 1986

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BUYING GROUPS

Winning ways Flooring One has bagged more exclusive carpet collections and updated its rug offer

Soft Embrace retains iSense branding

The rugs offer has been updated

Flooring One offers own label ranges

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The highlight of Flooring One’s 2015 product update, unveiled at the recent Buying Groups’ National Flooring Show, was gaining Associated Weavers’ iSense supersoft carpet range, and securing five exclusive colours which were only previously available in Europe.

While the range will be called Soft Embrace for Flooring One members, displays will retain the iSense branding.

Alongside Soft Embrace introductions included: Kirby Moor, a 50oz 80/20 twist; 100% wool Weston Stripes; 50/50 Rushmoor Naturals; 100% polypropylene Holland Park in plains and stripes; 100% polyamide cut loop Enchanted Garden; 41oz 100% polypropylene Sudbury Deluxe; 80/20 plaid Royal Ascot; 100% wool Seville in plains and stripes and the 80/20 Elements in two designs, 20 colours and 4m and 5m widths.

The group has also revamped its rug offer with 18 more designs and expanded its range of POS for display lecterns.

‘We were delighted with the level of attendance of our members at the recent BGNFS and their reaction to the Flooring One members’ area. We were able to display our full “core” own label carpet collection and many of the supporting store selection ranges products. To further aid members we displayed POS on products indicating “new ranges” “best sellers”, “exclusive” or “new colours” making it easy for them to focus on specific ranges,’ says Glenn Harding, Flooring One controller.

The updated 2015 rug collection was shown in its full glory on hanging stands and plinths with the colour rug catalogue issued to members.

Again, the collection was classified into core/best sellers and new on trend for 2015.

‘Also available for members to see were our laminate, wood, vinyl and soft contract suggestions with the added benefit of all of the suppliers’ exhibitor stands in the main hall for immediate viewing. Once again we endorsed the

BUYING GROUPS WOW offer on video and the increased number of own label carpets that now qualify for this benefit,’ adds Harding.

The group also named its Suppliers of the Year, as voted for by its members. Cormar was once again Carpet Supplier of the Year, with Ulster Carpets taking second place and Adam Carpets third. Mastercraft Rugs again scooped the Rugs award while Amtico took home the Smooth Flooring award.

Visit: www.flooringone.co.uk

Cormar’s David Cormack is presented with the Carpet award as the company wins it for the for 11th consecutive year

Amtico’s Barry Doman collect the Smooths award from Glenn Harding, Flooring One controller

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All encompassing SMG offers a wide range of services ‘SMG offers the most complete service to retailers of all the buying groups,’ says Mike Symonds, SMG head of group operations. ‘I know that this is a bold statement, but we understand the challenges faced by independent retailers because we have worked in retail and we have listened to our members to develop a package that encompasses all elements of their business.’

First and foremost retailers want access to suppliers, says Symonds. ‘We have developed partnerships with all the key manufacturers and suppliers to the industry so extra profitability is available however your business is structured.

Group price lists, turnover based rebates, promotions, unitary offers and own label products are all part of the membership package.’

Becoming a member of SMG opens the door to new supplier relationships, says Symonds, but when there are difficulties SMG has an answer: Orderlink.

‘Typically retailers buy products from

wholesalers at inflated prices when they don’t have direct access to supplier products. Orderlink enables SMG members to access the entire approved supplier portfolio via its head office at wholesale beating prices, and this has opened the door to many healthy direct accounts,’ he explains.

Running a retail business is an expensive and complicated task and SMG has created a business services package to provide value and support for its members. With offers on items such as credit card rates, energy pricing, retail finance and commercial vehicles, the hard work of negotiating price has already been done, backed by a free business support helpline.

‘SMG now represents more than 370 stores throughout the UK. A comprehensive retail support package means SMG membership can

help any flooring retailer, big or small.

SMG members run their businesses as they see fit and benefit from the opportunities that are available when working as part of a larger organisation.

Why would we make it any more complicated?’ says Symonds.

Visit: www.smg-group.co.uk

The group offers a business support helpline

Members receive monthly updates

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Members have access to exclusive own label ranges

The ONLY Group with access to all suppliers...

GUARANTEED! Isn’t it time you joined the award winning Buying Group?

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Changing faces Metro’s latest merchandising initiative is proving popular Metro is rolling out its latest merchandising concept, with two men and a van changing the face and interiors of members’ stores across the country with a bespoke design, printing and installation service which takes place at their own premises.

The group recognised that many stores had displays and signage that was outdated and didn’t offer a truly professional appearance, or members wanted to change it.

However individual retailers wanting to maintain their own independent style would be difficult to obtain cost effectively using outside agencies and suppliers.

The solution? After several to different members’ stores a Citroen Relay van was bought and equipped with state of the art printers, scanner, computers and all the materials necessary for producing displays and signage: a design, print and signmaking studio on four wheels.

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James Barclay, Perth and Carpet Centre, Londonderry (below) are among the Metro members that are benefitting from installing new signage thanks to the mobile facility

Steve Moralee, Metro marketing consultant who has been working for the group for more than 20 years, is now able to dedicate his time, knowledge and expertise at each visit to a member’s store.

A pre-visit questionnaire as to the thoughts and needs of the retailer confirms the time required and the materials needed then Moralee and his son Adam arrive to begin work.

Following an on-site consultation where members have their ideas discussed bespoke POS including outdoor signage, window displays, hanging banners, pop-up displays, carpet labels and business stationery are designed and printed in the van. The finished articles are then installed by the Moralees, totally changing the look of the store.

So far retailers as far apart as Northern Ireland, Perth and the Isle of Wight have had their stores transformed. Comments have included: ‘I didn’t think it would be possible, and I just wanted more and more’, ‘The new window display has transformed the outside of the shop,’ and ‘Wow’.

The service is backed by a larger facility which is capable of producing material of any shape or size for delivery and installation. ‘It is a unique idea that allows us to transform a retailer’s showroom, with most retailers finding it incredible what we can do for them. The service has been especially appealing to new members of the group, who along with existing members have never had access to this kind of service before,’ says Moralee.

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Winners Furniture Daniel Lau Product: Kai University: Nottingham Trent

Accessories People’s Choice Samuel Bellamy Product: Moroccan Lamps University: Nottingham Trent

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Amy Bartlett’s Form and Structure

Catherine MacGruer Product: Tiles Collection University: The Glasgow School of Art

Interior Design Cathrine Dal Project: Bathyal University: Inchbald School Of Design

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Graduation day The best student designers were crowned at the New Design Britain awards Thirty shortlisted products were on show from which six designers were chosen to receive New Design Britain awards.

The winners of the product categories will receive an industry placement, as well as career coaching and a stand at May Design Series 2016.

‘Fresh design talent is the lifeblood of our industry, and it was fantastic to see

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so much support from manufacturers, designers and press for the winners’ announcement,’ says Allie Little, New Design Britain programme curator.

‘New Design Britain is bringing the best in graduate talent to the forefront of the industry, and the work produced by this year’s finalists is truly outstanding.’

Sophie Rowley Product: Material Illusions University: Central Saint Martins / UAL

Alumni's Choice Amy Bartlett Product: Geometric Perspectives: Structure, Form and Repetition University: Leeds College of Art

Catherine MacGruer’s Tiles Collection

Exhibition guide

IMM Cologne 18-24 January 2016

EXHIBITION GUIDE The show promises the latest trends

Design capital The event kickstarts the furniture exhibition year The beginning of the 2016 furniture year is heralded by the opening of IMM Cologne, with exhibitors setting the trends that will shape the furniture and interiors sector.

At the show there will be a unique variety of interior design ideas for every room, every style and every requirement – from the basics all the way to designer items and luxury furnishings.

IMM Cologne’s status as a leading exhibition and international business hub has been underlined by the figures from 2015: 1,073 companies from 50 countries, 68% of those coming from outside Germany, with 93% of exhibitors satisfied or very satisfied with the degree

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to which they achieved their objectives.

But the show is not restricted to the exhibition venue. Across the whole metropolis of Cologne, in shops, galleries and pop-up and off-the-beaten-track locations, special events and spectacular formats will provide plenty to talk about.

Every two years LivingInteriors presents a concept of intelligent room solutions and holistically staged living spaces, formed by the interaction of various interior design products and materials from the bathroom, flooring, wallcovering and lighting sectors.

Together with IMM Cologne, it offers a comprehensive and innovatively staged picture of the interior design world.

IMM Cologne is where business momentum for the industry is generated and trending topics for the coming months take shape. Innovation and trends will be presented not just at the exhibitors’ stands but also showcased at a series of inspiring events.

One of the most spectacular is Das Haus – Interiors on Stage, in which life in the house of the future is imagined, designed and realised by a renowned international designer.

It seems likely that Cologne will once again become the temporary design capital of Europe from 18 to 24 January 2016.

Visit: www.imm-cologne.com

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Tendence Frankfurt 29 August - 1 September

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Trend barometer Tendence looks ahead to next year’s designs Tendence promises the right product selection at the right time of year. As the living and giving sector prepares to enrich retail collections for the coming autumn and Christmas seasons, Tendence offers next year’s trends, premium products and designs for the home, and gifts.

No other industry moves faster than consumer goods, and the show helps retailers stay on trend by offering the latest product launches from more than 1,200 international exhibitors.

Halls are easily navigated through product areas including interiors and decoration, gifts, design led furniture for both the home and garden, and home accessories such as ornaments, lighting, and home textiles. Visitors can discover home living concepts, furnishings, carpets, wall and floor design from top brands such as Light & Living, House Doctor, ASA Selection and Greengate.

As well as a unique product spectrum, Tendence is a source of inspiration and the sector’s trend barometer.

An awards programme runs throughout highlighting the sector’s premium and contemporary products covering leading brands, young talent and first time exhibitors. The award winners set the trends for the coming season and outline where the consumer goods market is headed for the future.

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29. 8 – 1. 9. 2015

Discover international new ideas for the home and gift sectors – at the industry’s most important meeting place in the second half of the year. fresh.new.ideas. info@uk.messefrankfurt.com Tel. +44 (0) 14 83 48 39 83

Come and take a look inside: talk-abouttendence.com

MoOD Brussels 8-10 September

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Boutique browsing There is a new format for this year

The Boutique Show with a for Fabrics Bringing you Producers of Upholstery + Window + Wall coverings + MoODyarns

September 8 - 9 - 10, 2015 moodbrussels.com

MoOD is becoming a boutique show as it focuses on a personalised offer, a unique style, passion for tradition and craftsmanship and, above all, the excellent care in which it envelops the visitor.

There is a broad selection of companies from the mid-range and upper segment and MoOD offers a dedicated brand experience in upholstery, window and wall coverings to its customers, reflecting originality, personality and style.

‘I believe MoOD has picked the right card with the new profiling as a boutique show. A trend towards these shows is clearly rising,’ says Patrick Geysels, MoOD general manager.

MoOD is founded on upholstery and continues to play a key role in the sector. This is reflected in the number and the quality of the exhibitors who have already chosen MoOD. ‘It’s a full house in upholstery. Despite the fact the exhibition is still months away, the leading companies in upholstery have already reserved a spot. At the front in hall 5 the top of the Belgian upholstery will be present with Beaulieu Fabrics, Ter Molst International, Escolys, Verstraete & Verbauwede, Movelta, Muvantex, Annabel Textiles and Van Neder. From Spain MoOD welcomes Antecuir-Interfabrics and Crevin. And upholstery producers Aydin Tekstil, Kets Tekstil, Guleser and Evimteks Tekstil from Turkey are not to be missed,’ adds Geysels.

MoOD is also targeting companies that offer small volumes for example, work traditionally, or offer a particular finish. This is how the exhibitors on the Launch Pad distinguish themselves from the exhibitors at Indigo Brussels, where the focus is on design.

Visitors will be the first to discover the new generation at the Launch Pad, with exhibitors chosen by Jennifer Castoldi, ceo of MoOD partner Trendease International.

Visit: www.moodbrussels.com

creative textile & surface design show

INDIGO BRUSSELS - HOME EDITION 8 - 10 September 2015 indigobrussels.com MoOD & Indigo Brussels are organised by Textirama vzw, Poortakkerstraat 90, BE-9051 Gent, Belgium Phone +32 9 24 38 450 - fax +32 9 24 38 455 email: info@moodbrussels.com

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MoOD is passionate about craftsmanship

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Manchester Furniture Show 19-21 July

Left: Baker Furniture’s Sienna Below: BM Direct’s Barlow Bottom: African Trackwoods’ coffee table

Central campaigns In part one of the preview we look at what visitors can expect from selected exhibitors at Manchester Central. Visit: www.manchesterfurnitureshow.com Trackwoods’ furniture is A African hand-crafted in Zimbabwe from hardwood railway sleepers, originally part of the Cape to Cairo railroad. The sleepers have weathered naturally for over a century, with furniture complementing a modern lifestyle while retaining the history and natural beauty of the wood.

Baker Furniture will exhibit several new collections for 2015 including the Sienna dining range from its reclaimed collections.

Bluebone Imports will show various styles – bold, eclectic vintage,

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beach house, retro, rustic pine and French Provence – in a selection of unique finds, bedroom and occasional furniture.

BM Direct is launching more than 20 designs as a preview to its autumn/ winter 2015 collection.

Cappellini Salotti makes its show debut with a collection of modern designs, together with some classical Italian showwood models.

Carlton Furniture and its Vintage Sofa brand will unveil several ranges.

Churchfield Sofabed is showing its range of Just4kidz children’s furniture manufactured in the UK. There are

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Top: Cappellini’s Petersbourgh Above left: Carlton Furniture Above right: Churchfield’s Just4kidz Boy’s Transport Right: Bluebone’s side and coffee tables

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Manchester Furniture Show Stand B71 Lebus Upholstery Ltd, Queensway Ind Est, Dunlop Way, Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, DN16 3RN, United Kingdom

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Top: GCL UK Above: Furmanacâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Belmont Left: Corndell Below: Furniture Origins

22 fabrics and items include chairbed, sofabed, toybox, loose cover armchair and sofa, bean bags and bean chairs.

Corndell is showing the Annecy bedroom in Cotton, featuring the new Imperial bed and triple wardrobe.

Furmanac will show its MiBed adjustable beds, MiChair lift and recline chairs, Hestia Divan beds, and Hestia Motion beds alongside its Upholstered Bed collection.

Furniture Origins will present its latest additions.

GCL UK will display a selection of bedroom furniture in high gloss and wood finishes.

GFA is highlighting a selection of recliners, footstools, riser recliners and accent chairs available in faux leather, bonded leather, leather and fabric.

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Distinctive furniture for a modern way of life Designing and creating unique pieces of furniture from hardwood railway sleepers, originally laid down as part of the Cape to Cairo railroad

Experience this unique collection on Stand A75 at the Manchester Furniture Show from 19th to 21st July 2015 To make an appointment at the show simply email: aftrack@gmail.com www.africantrackwoods.com

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Inspired Lighting will be displaying its aluminium table and floor lamps, crystal chandeliers by Diyas, contemporary Spanish designed lighting under the Mantra brand, and accessories such as glass art, wall clocks and framed crystal art.

Kingstown will launch the Sophie painted bedroom range with a modern country look and soft linen interiors. Also on display will be Dalby Lounge and Dining, launched in January.

Lebus Upholstery is introducing several upholstery designs.

Manchester Furniture Supplies debuts its latest contemporary dining sets and occasional ranges.

Mark Webster Designs is launching a collection of soft cover upholstery, offering a choice of designs, fabrics and finishes, alongside dining and occasional collections.

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AUTUMN/WINTER

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Manchester Furniture Show 19-21 July

EXHIBITION GUIDE Left: Rauch Right: Wire Lamps’ Cayan Tower Below: Wade Upholstery’s Barnaby Centre: Whitemeadow’s Kensington Bottom: Seconique’s Tortilla

Minster Stylish Living will showcase its occasional chairs – both traditional and French styles.

Morris Furniture is highlighting its Vintage range with cut and sawn features on tops and fronts alongside products and promotions for autumn and winter.

Rauch’s Syncrono from its Packs brand is a sliding door wardrobe featuring doors with synchronous opening so the centre doors open simultaneously, giving an overview of the full wardrobe.

Seconique launched the Tortilla occasional range at the January Furniture Show and thanks to its success the collection has been extended with a sideboard, bookcase and TV unit. These will be on show alongside other introductions such as the Ainsley extending dining set, a range of fabric and faux leather dining chairs, the Bellamy recliner chair and Benson corner sofa in a box.

New to Shankar’s range is the Camberwell accent/dining chair, available in grey weave and natural colours. The sloped arm chair has winged back legs and studded detailing.

Wade Upholstery’s highlights will include four new models and 29 new fabrics along with some of its most popular shapes shown in its latest fabrics.

Whitemeadow Furniture will show its new range of upholstered beds alongside its sofa collection.

Alongside its floor and table lamps, Wire Lamps will debut oak dining and occasional designs alongside its shabbychic chests and armoires, and the Crackle chests and mirrors.

Wood Bros’ new designs include an Old Charm dining group, fabric/leather upholstery combination, recliner and an additional timber finish.

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Sleep, living and dining Serene Furnishings is expanding into new markets Serene Furnishings is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year and will mark the event with the launch of Serene Living at the show.

Its introduction will take the company from its roots of beds, headboards, daybeds and sofabeds into motion upholstery and dining.

The Recliner Collection has 17 recliner chairs: swivel recliners, pushbacks and rise and lift chairs. A selection of models are offered in each of the three

categories in bonded and faux leather and fabric; a choice of contemporary and traditional styles with features that include massage technology. There is on average four different variants for each model.

Serene’s Dining Collection offers 12 dining tables – a variety of compact tables, fixed tops and extendable models – finished in oak and walnut, accompanied by 48 variants of dining chair. Customers can choose chair

Bergen is available in black, brown, red and mushroom faux leather with a black five star wooden base

designs in a selection of colourways, fabrics and faux leathers; they can also select chair legs to match the table.

‘The timing of the show, along with its geographical location, makes it ideal for presenting the new Serene Living range of recliners and dining furniture. It will be the first time the Serene Living range has been exhibited in the UK so we are very excited to be involved,’ says Tasleem Tasab, Serene Furnishing’s md.

Visit: www.serene.co.uk

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The Lewisham dining table is available in three sizes with tapered legs and natural oak finish while the Knightsbridge dining chair comes in three fabric colourways – fudge, pearl and steel – with contrasting nails and oak legs

Tonsberg is a swivel manual recliner in faux leather and a choice of three colours: black, brown (pictured) and cream

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Left: Sarina sofa Below: Annecy bedstead and five-drawer chest in weathered finish Bottom left: Chic Chalk bedstead Bottom right: Brooklyn coffee table

First for five It is the first time at the show for Gallery Direct Gallery Direct makes its show debut with all five of its brands: Frank Hudson, Gallery Home, Hudson Living, Kilburn & Scott and Parisian House, all displaying a wide range of products to showcase the depth of their offering.

Frank Hudson offers hand-finished bedroom, fine dining and occasional furniture, all created to suit individual lifestyles and interiors. Made with traditional craftsmanship and created by its in-house design team which updates traditional pieces and produces unique, yet timeless designs.

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combine the best of traditional craftsmanship with new technology and exciting materials to offer a collection of statement and functional furniture to suit every style of room.

To complement the furniture collections, Gallery Direct offers a range of mirrors, soft furnishings and home accessories, to offer the complete home furnishings solution.

‘Having expanded our catalogue to in excess of 1,000 lines, we are proudly at the top of our game, where we are determined to stay. Our success stems from continual and persistent focus on design which is driven by our talented

UK-based designers who ensure the products are relevant to the fast moving furniture and home interiors market,’ says Peter Delaney, Gallery Direct md.

Motivated by the need to continually refresh and develop own-design products, the team is supported by a worldwide supply base, which successfully combines traditional skills and materials while continuing to innovate in manufacturing techniques to produce crafted pieces that are manufactured to the highest standards.

‘Add to this our fantastic stock and delivery infrastructure, along with our experienced sales team, and we really do offer a compelling proposition,’ adds Delaney.

Visit: www.gallerydirect.co.uk

Models Shown Retreat Mohair Stripe Throw / Shibori Squares Cushion / Crab Cushion / Lobster Cushion

With our award winning design-led ethos, Gallery has always looked forward to the future, predicting trends and continuing to stay ahead of up-andcoming interior styles. Innovative designs, coupled with the finest manufacturing methods, create furniture and home dĂŠcor collections that suit all modern-day interiors.

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Proposte Italy

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There was a global gathering at Lake Como

Material world There were more foreign visitors this year Fabric exhibition Proposte confirmed its international appeal with visitors from 66 countries attending the 27-29 April event and the number of overseas visitors rising.

The Lake Como show saw international visitors climb by 3.5% to 3,414. However, Italian visitors fell by 11% to 2,042 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; reflecting the Italian economy and domestic consumption â&#x20AC;&#x201C; resulting in

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an overall slight drop in visitors.

Visitors were invited by the 93 exhibitors, which this year included the first non-European exhibitors as three Turkish companies took part alongside 45 Italian and 45 European firms.

In contrast, 71 Chinese companies came to the event compared to last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 53, though the actual number of people stayed the same at 195. The

number of Russian travellers fell by a quarter to 141, while British visitors rose by 15 to 559, the third largest grouping behind Italy and Germany.

Retailer numbers increased from 283 to 356, while fabric converters fell from 611 to 474. Attendance by textile editors, upholstery manufacturers, contract operators and wholesalers was static.

Visit: www.propostefair.it

Buying Groups’ National Flooring Show Cranmore Park

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Gaskell Wool Rich debuted Faroe, the winner of the Wools of New Zealand Best Product Award at Domotex. The three-ply 100% wool loop pile developed in association with WoNZ has three designs and nine colours per design, available in 4m and 5m widths. It also added six colours to Kennington.

Floor walking Furlong Flooring expanded its laminate offer with exclusivity of Balterio’s Urban collection of four oak wood-mix decors, four pine decors and four concrete tile decors. The 12 decors also go together if used in the same room. Each of the four oak wood-mix decors comes in 10 different patterns which are installed randomly to create the effect of old, weathered, ‘lived in’ wooden planks.

Many of the country’s leading suppliers offered their latest products to buying group members. Visit: www.bgnfs.co.uk

Ryalux’s Period Velvet has 30 colours, including Charlotte (pictured), and two weights. The New Zealand wool collection is inspired by the British Galleries at the Victoria & Albert Museum, London.

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Lano added to its Ultimo collection with the Jaudon Loop, using a three-ply yarn in a wool-rich blend. Woven into four tonal geometric designs, this yarn helps Jaudon to deliver clarity of design while providing a more resilient and durable carpet.

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Ulster Carpets introduced the on-trend Hamilton and Braeburn plaids (pictured) while adding six colours to York and Grange. Braeburn is a traditional plaid design with a contemporary feel with five colourways of Tayberry, Estuary, Sea Holly, Petrel and Myrtle.

Kingsmeadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Berber Loop offers three 100% wool styles with Roxburgh its latest with a colour palette reflecting the move to greys and stone tones.

The Silver Lining collection from Louis de Poortere brings a new meaning to designs first seen in the Fading World collection. Erasing parts for a more distressed quality, the real jewel in the crown of this collection is the use of a high gloss yarn to bring highlight and definition to carefully selected elements of the design. Diamonds features three distinct diamond shapes and comes in four colourways of Trinitaro Brown, Mayan Sun, Douglas Green and Slate Quarry.

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Wools of New Zealand reintroduced the Woolclean carpet care kit in response to demand from retailers and consumers. It contains all the essentials needed for tackling spots and spills as soon as they happen and is suitable for natural and synthetic carpets.

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Carpenter Underlay showed off its updated branding which creates a consistent and more visually identifiable appearance across 14 of its underlay ranges for the domestic, commercial and marine markets. All products are fully recyclable at the end of their life.

Visit: www.carpenter.com

Crown Floors introduced Gavin Freebairn, its new field sales manager, alongside its latest display. Freebairn has spent 20 years in the carpet industry with experience gained as a carpet store manager and at key distributors.

Visit: www.crownfloors.co.uk

It was all about plaids at the Ulster Carpets stand with the new Braeburn range and the recent addition to the Boho Collection, Hamilton, receiving warm reviews. New colours in the York Wilton range were also on show alongside the new Open Spaces ranges Monaco, Panama and Capri.

Visit: www.ulstercarpets.com

Kingsmead Carpets showed its latest POS across its Wool Loop, Wool Twist and Clean Easy categories, with interchangeable modular wall units and lecterns with varying branding.

Visit: www.kingsmeadcarpets.co.uk

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Trooping their colours

Axminster Carpets unveiled its Flat Weave collection with plain, tonal, accent and stripe designs alongside its consumer app, while previewing the Sunny Days contemporary carpet collection.

Visit: www.axminstercarpets.co.uk

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Ultimate Rug Co added more traditional and heavier designs under the Handmade Carpets brand alongside its Unity and Ultimate collections.

Visit: www. ultimaterugco.com Interfloor debuted a display stand for its updated Tredaire underlay offer, with Sensation, Dreamwalk, Softwalk, Cosywalk, Ambience and Revive having stronger and more vibrant colours, stronger backing with bolder branding, improved POS and brighter and tougher packaging.

Visit: www.interfloor.com

Adam Carpetsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; designer-led mood board POS features samples from all of its ranges on a series of four boards. Each board has its own interior trend and theme.

Visit: www.adamcarpets.com

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Gaskell Wool Rich displayed Faroe alongside six new colours for Kennington, while Mr Tomkinson updated Tomkinson Berber in new 40oz and 52oz weights and 12 new colours. The loop 50/50 Cleopatra has three designs and six colours.

Visit: www.gaskellwoolrich.co.uk www.mrtomkinson.co.uk

Crucial Trading highlighted its new consultation table with a glass top above displayed samples, which retailers can choose. It sports eight drawers and large storage areas for samples.

Visit: www.crucial-trading.com

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Plaids were the centrepiece of Brintons’ display with five designs in its City Plaids collection, while the Woodward Grosvenor brand was relaunched and recoloured.

Visit: www.brintons.co.uk

Clarendon introduced the Westbourne and New Kensington, both 100% wool, three-ply in 4m and 5m widths.

Visit: www.manxcarpets.co.uk

Furlong recoloured the 21-colour Opulence with 10 new shades, including greys; previewed Chiltern; and added eight colours to Satisfaction.

Visit: www.furlongflooring.co.uk

Cavalier Carpets’ Pennine Heathers is a ‘homespun look’ collection of natural heather blend yarns. The 80/20 mix is available in a 50oz weight and 4m and 5m widths.

Also on show was its Design a Drum tombola to match its Slim Line wall units and lecterns.

Visit: www. cavaliercarpets.co.uk

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Ball & Young highlighted its latest underlay, Charleston.

Previewed at Domotex the 9mm and 11mm underlay is positioned between the Connoisseur and Caviar & Champagne ranges.

Visit: www.underlay.co.uk

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Manx Carpets debuted the two-ply, 80/20 Ashworth Heathers in a 50oz weight, 21 colours and 4m and 5m widths. Hebridean is a 100% wool undyed collection in 4m and 5m widths and eight shades. Mystique is a soft-touch carpet in 4m and 5m widths in Opulence and Super weights, while Brompton has been revamped as Fitzrovia in 12 colours.

Visit: www.manxcarpets.co.uk

Parador highlighted its Trendtime 6 laminate collection promoting its European manufacturing, German engineering, award winning designs and marketing tools.

Visit: www.parador.de

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Thomas Witter previewed a 100% British wool loop collection designed to retail at under ÂŁ20 per square metre and showed Luxury, a 40oz, 50oz and 60oz British wool range.

Visit: www.thomaswitter.com

RFMS-UK introduced the latest version of its free measuring and estimating app Measure Mobile 3, suitable for iPad and Android tablets. It also allows the person measuring to present and email a quote, take a signed acceptance and receive a payment.

Visit: www.rfms-uk.com

Brockway had several launches including Dimensions Plain in 40oz, 50oz and 60oz weights, 32 colours and 4m and 5m widths; the undyed Rare Breeds velvet and loop Beachcomber; 80/20 Minerals velvet in two styles while Lakeland Herdwick saw additional plains and Cavendish a stripe and weave designs.

Visit: www.brockway.co.uk

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Penthouse Carpets introduced Cumbrian, a mothproof 80/20 twist in 40oz and 50oz weights, 18 colours and 4m and 5m widths. Visit: www.penthousecarpets.co.uk

Alternative Flooring showed its latest designs as part of its ongoing drive to stand out from its rivals, mixing new and inspiring designs with authentic natural classics. Visit: www.alternativeflooring. com

Masterpiece System demonstrated the latest developments to its MasterPiece software, including an autoplanner for retailers that gives lower wastage; support for planning and costing a wider range of LVT products, including Moduleo, Lifestyle Floors and Project Floors; and significant improvements to take-off and planning in the contracts version. Visit: www.masterpiece-system.com

British Wool informed retailers on its plans for promoting increased use of wool over the next year. Visit: www.britishwool.org.uk

Telenzo debuted Diversity, a collection of plains and stripes in a three-ply 100% wool yarn in eight colours and 4m and 5m widths. Paddington and Barbican were updated with new colours. Visit: www.edeltelenzocarpets.co.uk

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Computers For Flooring demonstrated its Carman software package, a user friendly, cloud-based management system for the flooring industry with packages designed for single store retailers to multisite companies with affordability in mind.

Visit: www.computersforflooring.com

Karndean Designflooring updated LooseLay with six new colours, debuted Palio Clic in 12 designs: eight planks and four tiles, while presenting fitting demonstrations.

Visit: www.karndean.com

Ryalux’s Desert Tones has been expanded from 10 to 12 colours, with six new shades; Ultimate Twist has been updated with a 104-colour offer and Ryaguard and Ryaprotect; 12 contemporary colours have been added to Ryasilk bringing the total to 21, while Period Velvet now has 30 colours.

Visit: www.ryalux.com

ACG Group member Cullingford Carpets is one of the latest retailers to take delivery of a Kenburn carpet crusher for recycling its carpet and underlay waste. ‘Our fitters uplift and dispose of hundreds of square metres of post-consumer carpet and underlay waste every week. Reducing our waste management costs was of course a consideration, but our decision to install a carpet crusher was primarily to enable us to have a zero waste to landfill policy’, says Stewart Cullingford, Cullingford Carpets director.

Visit: www.kenburn.co.uk

Home Foundations updated its Sensa laminate range with Cosmopolitan and introduced a large toast-rack display stand. It also showed its CoreTec One and CoreTec Plus LVT from US Floors. The UK range of 15 wood planks and five tiles have a 0.3mm wear layer (CoreTec One) or a 0.55mm wear layer and attached cork underlay (CoreTec Plus), supported by a deckboard display stand.

Visit: www.shawhomefoundations.co.uk

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UK distinction

Long Point once again showed its diversity Alexander & James showed its sofas in tailored pinstripes, modern plaid patterns made from 100% British wool, woven linens and velvets. Vintage detailing on trims and edges was added to leathers. Heritage-inspired Lexington was reinvented as Langar with button accents in heavy cream linens with coordinating greys and there was a makeover for the classic fabric/leather Maxwell.

It also launched its Boutique collection, created to allow customers to mix shapes, fabrics colours and textures for a modern eclectic look. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Design your own sofa.

Clean lines of linen, cool shades of summer, warm wools and characterful leathers, we have a simple solution for your lifestyle,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; says Steve Morgan, Alexander & James sales director.

Carlton Furniture debuted the oak Derwent extending table, while Ease By Carlton introduced the Sirrio range in solid European oak. The Vintage Sofa Company showcased Harris Tweed ranges and launched a bespoke bed collection, available in its full fabric range of leather, plaids and Harris Tweed.

Collins & Hayes introduced Conley, a smaller sized three-piece suite with its shape emphasised by contrast leather piping.

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This page Left: Iain James’s 51 sideboard Below: Wade Upholstery’s Henry Centre: Carlton Furniture’s Derwent Bottom: Alexander & James’s Langar

Long Point Long Eaton

Opposite page Top: John Sankey’s Evita Centre: Henderson Russell’s Pimlico Bottom: Origin Red’s Newbury

David Knight’s Harlequin occasional chair – upholstered in offcuts – made its show debut after delivering a 20% sales boost alongside the cowhide Cowslip, available in black and white and tan and white.

Henderson Russell added four swatches of 40-plus fabrics including plaids, checks and luxury, and is now running an express lead time on fabrics of four to six weeks. It launched Kingsbury, a club-style sofa with a gently curved back, featuring contrast piping and available in the new fabrics.

Kingsbury comes in small or large plus an ottoman. Pimlico was updated with piping.

Iain James debuted a reproduction sideboard in burr walnut with breakfront credenza to complement existing dining sets.

John Sankey exhibited several new sofas in a range of plain, floral, wool and velvet fabrics including Fairbanks and Evita, both in three sizes. Its Wainwright chair was updated with new legs, a more comfortable seat and patterned fabric.

Origin Red showed the Newbury extending lift and slide dining table in two sizes featuring a black, matt glass top and matching chairs.

Steed Upholstery launched the Cromwell sofa, a chesterfield design with or without the buttoning and coming as a two and three-seater and snuggler.

Visit: www.longeatonguild.co.uk

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Kobe’s City Chic, inspired by Hollywood’s Golden Age, has 11 designs including velvets, satins, woven jacquards and dobbies plus faux silk and leather, suitable for upholstery and soft furnishings. It also features plains in trendy colours, patterns ranging from traditional pied de poulé to fantasy animal skin and natural fabrics incorporating metallic yarns.

Light In Art UK introduced its Shimale Peleg collection of lighting inspired by nature and using stained glass.

Pictured is Autumn Leaves

Unique

Kate Noakes covers furniture with designs cut from sheet metal for a new look, including the Bloc Repeat design (pictured)

Individuality was top of the agenda for many May Design Series exhibitors. Visit: www.maydesignseries.com

Discalsa showed its latest ceramic tables, Soho, Samos and Verbo (pictured)

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Introducing 12 NEW colours to our Simply Natural range.

Simply Natural Stunning textured carpets produced using our unique cabled yarn to produce hard wearing carpets that retain all the luxury of pure new wool.

NEW COLOURS available now

Simply Natural Ribgrass Stipple Breccia/Eggshell - 45113

made in GREAT BRITAIN

To see the full range or request a free sample please visit: www.axminster-carpets.co.uk or call us: 01297 33533 / 32244

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PHOTOGRAPH: BALDOMESSINA

Letea’s HoSpazio has five models of all-in-one furniture in walnut and poplar incorporating removable stools and table/tables

Treniq’s Bat Eye’s Arc Sideboard features more than 100 handpainted tiles

Graham Ikin’s oak Strata coffee table can also be used as a bench for indoor and outdoor use

TheSize showed GranITH, a collection of 11 natural granites for flooring and kitchen and bathroom worktops. Pictured is Verde Foresta

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Sales Representatives

Sales Representatives

Exciting new sales opportunities, due to continued growth, covering the following areas

Exciting new sales opportunities, due to continued growth, covering the following areas

1. East Coast Scotland 2. Merseyside/M6 Corridor/Carlisle Earnings circa £45,000 Cormar Carpets is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of tufted carpets, supplying stylish, quality carpets to the retail, contract and wholesale trade throughout the UK. Due to our continued growth we are looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals with the ability to realise the full potential of these already established areas. Knowledge of the carpet trade is not essential, however, previous sales experience is required as applicants must be able to demonstrate a proven successful sales record.

The ideal candidates would live on territory, although this is not essential.

As a consequence we will accept applications from those who live in close proximity to the territories shown.

An above average salary and benefits package is available for the successful applicants, including basic salary plus commission on sales, company car, and pension scheme.

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South Essex A127/A12 Central/North & East London Chilterns/South Bucks/ M40 Corridor Hampshire/ Dorset/ South Coast Earnings circa £45,000

Cormar Carpets is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of tufted carpets, supplying stylish, quality carpets to the retail, contract and wholesale trade throughout the UK. Due to our continued growth we are looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals with the ability to realise the full potential of these already established areas. Knowledge of the carpet trade is not essential, however, previous sales experience is required as applicants must be able to demonstrate a proven successful sales record.

The ideal candidates would live on territory, although this is not essential.

As a consequence we will accept applications from those who live in close proximity to the territories shown.

An above average salary and benefits package is available for the successful applicants, including basic salary plus commission on sales, company car, and pension scheme.

Please send your CV and hand written covering letter summarising your relevant skills and experience for the attention of Carla Pickford, HR Manager, Cormar Carpets, Brookhouse Mill, Greenmount, Bury, BL8 4HR

Please send your CV and hand written covering letter summarising your relevant skills and experience for the attention of Carla Pickford, HR Manager, Cormar Carpets, Brookhouse Mill, Greenmount, Bury, BL8 4HR

Closing date for applications: 18th June 2015

Closing date for applications: 18th June 2015

Midlands and Wales Area Sales Manager Carpenter is the world’s largest polyurethane underlay manufacturer. It has a state of the art UK manufacturing plant that was commissioned in September 2006 in Glossop, Derbyshire.

Owing to continued success and growth an opportunity has arisen for a Sales Manager to cover the Midlands and Wales regions.

The successful candidate will have the knowledge of the flooring industry and be able to communicate at all levels. They will also have a proven track record of sales in this marketplace.

Competitive salary based on experience, achievement and qualifications. Car allowance & benefits package.

Please apply in writing to Mr Jim Bolton, Divisional HR Manager with your CV and covering letter to; Carpenter Ltd, Dinting Lodge Industrial Estate, Glossop, Derbyshire, SK13 6LE or by email to: jim.bolton@carpenter.com For telephone enquiries please ring 01457 861141 and ask for Jim Bolton or Helen Rowberry (National Sales Manager).

Closing date for applications 30th June 2015.

Surplus stock?

End of lines?

Please consider donating it to our Charity Furniture Warehouse, the sales from which help to fund our work with single homeless adults. Contact our Warehouse direct on 01732 365988.

The Bridge Trust, Tonbridge, Kent Registered Charity No. 1050291 www.thebridgetrust.org.uk

May Design Series London

EXHIBITION GUIDE RAK Ceramics’ Gems tile collection includes four porcelain colour options – ivory, lemon, light grey and dark grey – in a polished finish. Tiles are available in 298mm x 598mm, 598mm x 598mm and 795mm x 795mm formats and are suitable for floor and wall installation. Other surfaces on show included RAK’s large-format metallic porcelain – Platinum Black – and bestselling wood-effect tile, Hemlock.

Shine on Greenapple launched an extending Rimini dining table measuring160cm to 220cm. Coffee, lamp and console tables are also available in a high gloss finish.

Spolka Meblowa uses oak, pine, elm, ash, acacia and elm in its hand-crafted furniture including Tohiro (pictured)

Think Rugs introduced Money Tree (pictured) and Harlequin to the Fiona Howard collection in three sizes and a viscose/wool mix; the Inaluxe collection saw Atlas and Coda11 added in three sizes and a viscose/wool mix while the Adam Daily collection saw Flow and Pace added in three sizes and a viscose/wool mix.

Rama Carpets updated its offer with Tundra in the Calvin Klein collection in four sizes and five different stripes hand-loomed with a modern look; seven colours were added to the Maya collection; Mesa is a jute loop and wool collection available in six sizes and four colours; two colours were added to Vale; Fantasia has four bright colours; the wool machinemade Dynasty has four oriental dragon designs in four sizes; the wool/viscose mix Gemstone has nine designs in sparkling jewel tones and five sizes; Madagascar comes in two colours and four sizes; Twilight (pictured) has 16 contemporary and classic designs while Capelle combines leather, wool and felt hand-woven in two sizes and three colours.

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