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ELMORE KITCHENS 5 Saracen Street, Bath BA1 5BT Tel: 01225 335600 Web: elmorekitchens.com Elmore Kitchens work with some of the best German and British makers of kitchen furniture, which have been personally chosen because of their high product quality and the level of service offered. Elmore Kitchens firmly believes that getting the design right, however long it takes, is paramount to a successful kitchen installation. Its spacious design studio in Bath (formerly in-toto), has five fantastic displays over two floors that encapsulate the very latest in kitchen design and product innovation. The philosophy of Elmore Kitchens is to make exquisite kitchens affordable.

SOFA.COM Unit 5/6 The Corridor, Bath BA1 5AP Tel: 0333 006 3262 Web: sofa.com Forget everything you already know about buying furniture.

Shopping with sofa.com in Bath is a fun, relaxed and welcoming experience with showroom staff that are passionate and knowledgeable about interiors. Head to the showroom in The Corridor, to find your perfect sofa among the range of traditional, contemporary and mid-century styles. Feel the luxurious selection of 150 fabrics and envisage the completed look of your room with complementing home accessories in a friendly, stress-free environment. Everyone is welcome – bring the whole family, including the dog, and don’t worry about the children; the entertaining kid’s corner will keep them occupied while you browse and enjoy a barista-style coffee or a glass of prosecco.

PLANKBRIDGE HUTS Tel: 01300 348414 Web: plankbridge.com The Master Hut Makers at Plankbridge have been creating unique living spaces for years, producing a wide range of private dens that have been shipped all over the world. A Plankbridge Shepherd’s Hut has always balanced tradition and modernity. Handmade in Dorset with a move-when-you-move promise, a build guaranteed for 20 years and a reputation almost as long, the company is a must for homeowners looking to creatively expand their home without the need for planning permission or the upheaval of an invasive house extension.

Whether you’re wanting to create a garden summer house, a party pad, a family annexe or a creative retreat, Shepherd’s Huts has become the obvious choice of living space among homeowners looking for something that bit more special.

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ZERODRYTIME BATH Tel: 0800 180 4992 Web: zerodrytime.com ZeroDryTime is the UK’s number one dry carpet, upholstery and hard-floor cleaners, providing premium, long-lasting cleaning for dry carpets, hard floors, wooden floors and upholstery. Combining highquality products with an exceptional service, the company caters for both commercial and domestic spaces, delivering four types of effective cleaning solutions. The result is fresh, new-looking carpets with ZERO dry time, ready to use straight away with ZERO waiting around. The process uses non-toxic products that are safe for pets, children and the environment, and the quick-drying, odour-free promise means there’s no need to open the windows or to keep the heating on while waiting for carpets to dry.

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TOTAL BATHROOMS Unit 2, Brassmill Lane Trading Estate, Bath BA1 3JF Tel: 01225 462727 Web: totalbathrooms.co.uk Total Bathrooms has been a showroom and supplier of bathrooms, wetrooms and steamrooms since the millennium. Its team of experienced designers can help plan layouts with CAD 3D visualisation software. It has a large showroom with roomsets display Matki, Laura Ashley, Laufen, Hansgrohe, Ted Baker tiles, Thomas Crapper and more. Total Bathrooms also offers a unique range of ex-display and end-of-line products with stock available to take away. It can offer a onestop shop with tiles, flooring, wall panelling, lighting, and extractor fans to complete the project. Site surveys and an installation services are also available.

BONITI

MANDARIN STONE

Dunsdon Barn, West Littleton, Wiltshire SN14 8JA Tel: 01225 892200 Web: boniti.com

Pop Up Shop (while main showroom is being refurbished) 25 Milsom Street, Bath BA1 1DG

Run by Giles and Simon Lunt, Boniti is a high-quality interiors (and exteriors) business. The showroom is a destination for all types of natural stone, porcelain and timber flooring, as well as decorative tiles, stoneware, Kadai firebowls, garden furniture, homeware accessories and the highly desirable Everhot range cookers. Boniti has an impressive client list of property developers and offers a specialist bespoke service that will supply and fit worldwide. For large, small, and all projects, the Boniti team are masters of their profession and it shows in every detail. The showroom is easily reached from junction 18 of the M4.

15–16 Broad Street, Bath BA1 5LJ Tel: 01225 460033 Web: mandarinstone.com Renowned for its comprehensive natural stone collection, Mandarin Stone has gained quite a reputation for its on-trend and beautifully designed porcelains. Ranging from those that cleverly mimic materials such as wood, concrete and marble to striking glazed and patterned tiles, the collection has endless surface design possibilities. Established for over 25 years and with 10 inspirational UK showrooms, its offers dependability for specialist knowledge as well as technical expertise. Almost the entire natural stone and porcelain collection is held in stock in the UK, so lead times are short.

FIAT LUX 8 Bath Street, Frome BA11 1DH Tel: 01373 473555 Web: fiatlux.co.uk Let there be light. Fiat Lux opened its Frome showroom in 2003, and since then it has been the go-to place to see a huge range of superb lighting, from traditional fittings and shades to the most up-to-date trends in contemporary lighting designs. For interior lighting projects there are fixtures and fittings, bulbs, coloured cords and cables in every possible combination as well as a full display of exterior lighting ideas. Fiat Lux work with leading manufacturers such as Vita, Original BTC, and many more and are an established favourite with property developers, architects, interior designers and all lighting aficionados, professional and domestic. Whatever your style, mood or interior desire then a trip to Fiat Lux will really light up your ideas.

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VERVE 15 Walcot Buildings, London Road, Bath BA1 6AD Tel: 07785 332536 Web: verveliving.uk Located on the London Road in Bath’s artisan quarter, Verve is an interiors store with a difference. This creative hub is all about mixing it up. There is an ever-changing collection of one-off, character furniture pieces sitting alongside carefully chosen contemporary accessories including ceramics, lighting, textiles, glassware and more – sourced and in many cases made locally, and none available anywhere else in Bath. Verve also showcases artwork by local artists, from beautiful framed prints to original oils. Styling advice, regular events and workshops complete the picture. Pop in, a warm welcome awaits and coffee is on the house. Open Wednesday to Saturday, 11am – 5pm or by appointment.

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PAINTWORKS DECORATING AND REFURBISHMENT 1 East Lea Road, Bath BA1 3RP Tel: 01225 466237/07970 541989 Web: paintworksdecorating.co.uk Paintworks is a small painting and decorating business in Bath run by Dan Pix. Dan has built up a reputation as one of the city’s most conscientious tradespeople with excellent customer service, taking every care while all work is done efficiently and on time and with competitive pricing.

As well as domestic and commercial decorating works, Paintworks offers a full maintenance, refurbishment and property management service, coordinating work with carpenters, plumbers and electricians. So any project, from a simple kitchen or bathroom refit to full period-property renovation, can be completed with the same level of professional care and attention to detail. Call Dan for a quote.

32 Shaftesbury Road, Bath BA2 3LJ Tel: 01225 425211 Web: clearglazewindows.co.uk Since 1980 Clearglaze have been providing high-quality home improvements in the beautiful city of Bath and the surrounding areas. By virtue of its long history, Clearglaze can confidently deliver the very best experience possible. The company offers a wide range of home improvement products designed to be sympathetic to Bath’s architectural and heritage requirements. Clearglaze and its staff are firmly rooted in the city and they understand exactly what it is that makes Bath so very special, and they love being a part of it. The showroom in Oldfield Park has recently undergone a complete refurbishment and is fully equipped with beautiful displays and samples, so feel free to call in for coffee and experience what Bath’s number-one home improvement specialist has to offer.

WOODHOUSE & LAW 4 George’s Place, Bathwick Hill, Bath BA2 4EN Tel: 01225 428072 Web: woodhouseandlaw.co.uk Woodhouse and Law is a well-established full service interior and garden design partnership. From the showroom and studio on Bathwick Hill, the company offers every component necessary in the delivery of a project from concept to completion, ensuring the highest quality throughout. The unique service combines the expertise of inhouse interior and garden designers with that of a highly skilled team of local craftsmen and technicians. So, whether your project is residential or commercial, the team at W&L can help with a wide range of services to transform your space. Services range from making up soft furnishings to a full design service and project co-ordination, all delivered with exceptional service. To arrange an initial consultation, get in touch or pop in to meet the team.

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DAVIES OF BATH 19A Monmouth Place, Bath BA1 2AY Tel: 01225 423749 Web: rabart.co.uk

ARCHITECT YOUR HOME Tel: 0800 849 8505 Web: architect-yourhome.com Architect Your Home’s service kicks off with an initial design consultation – this is where your project starts. The consultation will include an in-depth discussion to fully establish your requirements and aspirations. You will also be provided with sketch drawings of a properly considered and collaborative design proposal. The practical implications of your design will be explained in detail and you will be equipped with the necessary tools so that you can move your project forward confidently to the next stage. You will also receive advice on issues with planning permission, listed building consents and structures. At the end of the session you will have an agreed proposal and recommendations on the next steps and on how to move the project forward.

Davies of Bath, a family-run business, is a long-established decorating institution. The company has supplied high-quality painting and decorating materials to the city of Bath for over 80 years, to both trade and retail customers. The company is the premier stockist of Farrow & Ball, Little Greene, Paint Library, Colourtrend, Zoffany, Mylands, and Earthborn, together with its other trade brands Dulux, Crown, Armstead and Macpherson.

Davies of Bath offer a huge variety of decorating materials and specialist problem-solving products, ranging from wood finishes for flooring to French polishing. Customers have a huge choice of products and finishes, and specialist technical advice from the experienced. The store has a designer area offering a range of wallpaper and fabric books. There is a specific focus on colour consultancy and a made-to-measure service. The team can help you get the look you want – book a home visit or visit the store for inspiration.

SHANNON 68 Walcot Street, Bath BA1 5BD Tel: 01225 424222 Web: shannon-uk.com

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There’s no stopping Shannon’s love for all things Scandi. Housed in an old town house on Walcot Street, Shannon has possibly the best collection of the most coveted Scandinavian designer furniture and lighting outside London. Explore the impressive line-up of products from acclaimed designers such as Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen and Poul Henningsen. The shop is jam-packed with furniture, fabrics, lighting and wonderful finds from the likes of Marimekko, Klippan, Moomin and Iittala. Owner Sue Shannon opened the shop in 2000 and has established a superb reputation with architects and interior designers from all over the UK who rely on her knowledge to source and deliver classic, authentic pieces of timeless design. The shop is an endless source of interesting and unusual homeware gifts at affordable prices.

6 & 7 Walcot Buildings, London Road, Bath BA1 6AD Tel: 01225 920210 Web: thebathpictureframer.co.uk The Bath Framer has recently expanded to accommodate a smart new shop space next door to their newly renovated framing studio. This friendly boutique picture framers offers a bespoke framing service with a strong emphasis on interior design. In the shop you will also find stationery from local and international design brands, including hand-printed cards, wrap, tags, journals and notebooks, alongside many more beautiful and useful items for the desk and the home.

Based in the London Road since 2015, the business, owned

by Kelly, has gone from strength to strength, building a client list of local residents and businesses based in Bath, Bristol and beyond.

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AVONVALE CARPETS

BEAR INTERIORS

37 Kingsmead Street, Bath BA1 2AA Tel: 01225 427057 Web: avonvalecarpets.co.uk

20 Wellsway, Bath BA2 2AA Tel: 07977 548340 Web: bear-interiors.co.uk

The choice of flooring is vital in transforming any room and the range of options can sometimes overwhelm. Luckily Avonvale Carpets is on hand to assist. It has served homeowners and businesses throughout the city of Bath and Wiltshire for 46 years now, providing an excellent choice of flooring, in-depth expertise and perfect fitting. An independent, family-run business, Avonvale Carpets employs its own professionally trained fitters, and deals directly with major manufacturers, offering customers a great selection of quality flooring that’s truly second to none – woollens, naturals, stain resistant, vinyls and tailor made options, too. You will be amazed at the variety on offer in the shop, located just off Kingsmead Square.

Bear Interiors has been working with clients in the Bath area for over 10 years. It’s a small, approachable company delivering quality interior solutions at affordable prices. Drawing on more than 25 years experience in the industry, it can provide a broad range of services for all types of residential and commercial properties. Bear Interiors has also long-established relationships with some of the UK’s leading suppliers of furniture, lighting, fittings and accessories. For great advice on colour schemes, to renovation and interior design projects and from initial planning to completion, Bear Interiors is the company to help you. To arrange a free consultation call: Lynette Labuschagne on 07977548340 or email: lynette@bear-interiors.co.uk

NU-HEAT UNDERFLOOR HEATING AND RENEWABLES

COOPERS ELECTRICAL SUPERSTORE

Tel: 01404 540700 Web: nu-heat.co.uk Nu-Heat creates tailormade warm water underfloor heating systems, giving you the freedom to enjoy your home. Whatever the age, size or construction of your property, the chances are that it’s suitable for underfloor heating. Whether you’re plannng an extension, tackling a new-build or undergoing a complete overhaul, Nu-Heat believes that your heating should be designed to be a perfect fit. The experts team takes every little detail into account, creating a bespoke design to ensure super-efficient, sensational snugness throughout your home.

With 25 years experience and more than 70,000 homes across the country already enjoying a Nu-Heat system, it’s time to say goodbye to restrictive radiators and to reclaim your space.

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13 – 15 Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BN Tel: 01225 311811 Web: coopers-stores.com Coopers is a family-owned business that has been trading since 1948. Back then, founder Harry Cooper ran a small shop in south London. His son Paul joined the business in 1973 and now operates from a large showroom right in the centre of Bath. In that era Coopers sold (and repaired) lots of small appliances as well as TVs, radiograms (remember them?), washing machines and cookers. In the early days no-one even dreamt of owning a dishwasher or tumble drier. Today Coopers specialises in all kitchen appliances, built in and free-standing, top-end luxury as well as basic, catering for every taste... even white goods are now multi-colour. Over the years Coopers has built a strong reputation – great products; fantastic, friendly knowledgeable staff; and highly competitive, fair prices.

This is independent retailing at its best, it is values-driven and customer focused, this is a real antidote to the soulless online shopping experience.

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HOBSONS CHOICE BATHROOMS

PAUL GREEN HI-FI

Kensington Showroom, London Road, Bath BA1 6AJ Tel: 01225 433511 Web: hobsonschoice.uk.com

Unit 8, Brassmill Enterprise Centre, Brassmill Lane, Bath BA1 3LN Tel: 01225 316197 / 337955 Web: paulgreenhifi.co.uk

Your bathroom often has to have multiple personalities. In the morning it’s a functional space, getting you ready for the day ahead in the most efficient manner and in the evening it needs to be a relaxing haven into which you can escape. Creating a harmonious bathroom that meets these demands takes clever thinking and craftsmanship.

A skilled hand is required to deliver beautiful tiling layouts with millimetre-perfect grout lines and carefully aligned furniture and considered functionality. hobsons|choice has been designing bathrooms for over 40 years. Each bathroom is tailored to the needs of the client.

From family bathrooms and master ensuites, to shower rooms and cloakrooms, each unique space is a reflection of the requirements of the homeowner, their lifestyle and style of property. hobsons|choice believe that their focus on customer care, intelligent design and highquality installation and craftsmanship sets them apart. Visit one of the showrooms in Bath, Swindon or Winchester, where one of the talented Design Consultants will be delighted to talk to you about your next bathroom project.

The Green family has served the Bath area with quality audio and visual goods since Ken and Gordon Green opened Green Brothers on Walcot Street in 1946. In 1977, Paul branched out and for more than 40 years has offered an unrivalled service. In these days of cheap internet sales, service has tended to become a thing of the past. But not at Paul Green Hi-Fi. Now based at the Brassmill Enterprise Centre and still a family business, the team offers unbiased advice on the system to suit you. The expert staff can undertake a complete audio and visual equipment installation and there is a full aftersales service including repairs. Products range from LED TV screens to docking stations, wireless hi-fi and headphones through to high-end stereo and surround-sound separates and speakers. Paul Green Hi-Fi stocks most major brands from Audiolab to Yamaha and everything in between. There is free parking, disabled access and ground-floor viewing and listening facilities, and competitive pricing is a priority. Come and relax in the friendly atmosphere in the knowledge that you will receive quality advice and service.

TR HAYES 15–18 London Street, Walcot, Bath BA1 5BX Tel: 01225 465757 Web: trhayes.co.uk

COMBE PARK INTERIORS

TR Hayes has been selling furniture in Bath for more than 100 years, and has a reputation for good quality and service. The large store features many well-respected brands, with an amazing array of furniture of all types on display – you can browse Hypnos beds, Parker Knoll Sofas and Ercol dining room ranges amongst others.

Never one to rest on its laurels, there is always something a bit different at TR Hayes to catch the eye. One of the most desirable trends at the moment is velvet upholstery, and the new Venice sofa on display in the contemporary showroom is worth a look. This show-stopping British-made collection is available in a range of sumptuous plush velvet fabrics in colours from subtle neutrals to jewel-like greens and blues.

Tel: 01225 425099 / 07971 234777 Web: combeparkinteriors.co.uk Trained as a professional curtain maker and interior designer, Claire has run Combe Park Interiors for over 10 years. Offering a range of services in the interior world, Claire can help to make your house into the home you’ve been looking for. She specialises in offering a fabric consultancy service and by listening to and understanding each client, she uses her knowledge of fabrics and experience to help guide you through dressing that all-important window or space. With all items lovingly made by Claire herself, you can be assured of the utmost attention to detail and quality craftmanship. Combe Park Interiors works with a number of pole and track manufacturers and suppliers to help provide that all-important finish to a project. With her knowledge of colours and fabrics, Combe Park Interiors can really help to provide those essential finishing touches.

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HOUSE OF RADIATORS 22 Wellsway, Bear Flat, Bath BA2 2AA Tel: 01225 424199 Web: houseofradiators.co.uk House of Radiators is a family run business that opened in 2011 and while it sells throughout the UK and overseas, the team has found that customers in Bath and in the local Bear Flat area have been very supportive. Selling traditional and designer radiators that can be off the shelf sizes/finishes or in bespoke sizes and colours the showroom has more than 70 radiators on display and, due to specific local demand, the store is expanding the range of traditional cast iron and column radiators. With over 45 years experience in the heating and radiator industry, the small team in the showroom offers a friendly and high level of customer service and believes this is key in helping customers choose the right radiator for their home that will not only look amazing but will heat their room and do its job. Working with 20 of the leading manufacturers and distributors in the radiator industry House of Radiators can offer something to suit all budgets and styles. The store offers local customers a personal free of charge home service where they can measure up and work out the correct heat requirements and size up radiators accordingly.

HOMEFRONT INTERIORS 10 Margaret’s Buildings, Bath BA1 2LP Tel: 01225 571711 Web: homefrontinteriors.co.uk The eclectic Homefront Interiors has continued to grow with an ever changing selection of homewares, gifts and cards. This little independent store may be small but it has a wide range and regularly updated stock of new and vintage homewares and tries to follow a simple ethos of sustainability.

Whether that means recycled materials, fair trade origin, small scale production or simply showing a little love and care to vintage finds. It is the clever mix of vintage and contemporary alongside an ever growing selection of handmade pieces from local artists including textiles, ceramics, jewellery, art prints and cards that makes Homefront such a great destination shop. Perfect for gifts and unique finds for your own home.

Homefront is also the Bath stockist for Grand Illusions chalk paints, which are perfect for upcycling furniture, and if you are unsure where to start why not sign up to one of the store’s workshops?

AVENIDA HOME 27 Walcot Street, Bath BA1 5BN Tel: 01225 571718 Web: avenidahome.com Avenida Home is the most unique destination to shop for home accessories in Bath, so stop by and view its inspirational selection of placemats, table mats, coasters, ceramics, trays, chopping boards, fabrics and wallpapers. Its collections are created in the studio in Bath and are made by skilled people and artisans in small family-owned factories. And the team collaborates with exceptional artists. Each individual item starts out as a painting or as an illustration, before adorning a unique piece of homeware which is then crafted with the best quality materials to reflect the original and to maximise its functionality. The result are always beautiful, practical pieces that can be used and enjoyed for a long time. Colourful, modern and individual – every Avenida Home accessory tells a particular story, and all collections share a contemporary, yet timeless feel.

Browse online or visit the store to discover the stunning collection.

SILVERWOOD DESIGN KITCHENS & BATHROOMS Tel: 07715 262227 Web: silverwooddesign.co.uk Having a new kitchen or bathroom is exciting but sometimes daunting. Who will coordinate the trades? Will everything arrive on time? Will the end result be practical as well as stylish? Silverwood Design takes your project personally, looking after you from inception to completion. The highly experienced team can manage the entire project for you but are also happy to work alongside other tradesmen. Silverwood takes pride in its work and customers are truly satisfied, with most coming from referrals. Bespoke, interior design is factored into the price of any new kitchen or bathroom, so there are no additional design expenses. Furthermore, Silverwood are not tied to specific brands or styles. Using Silverwood Design can save you time, stress and money. Their clients pay for excellent service and products, not overheads.

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BATH KITCHEN COMPANY 7–9 North Parade Buildings, Bath BA1 1NS Tel: 01225 312003 Web: bathkitchencompany.co.uk Established in 1987, Bath Kitchen Company is a well regarded, family business based in Bath. With vast experience, it takes great pride in its understanding, close attention to detail and what every client requires; whether individual tastes, home or lifestyle, the team will find a bespoke kitchen that strikes a perfect balance between aesthetic and practical requirements. Consequently every kitchen is unique, beautifully designed and perfectly functional. Handmade, using premium materials and to the highest standards a beautiful kitchen can be carefully crafted to make the most of available space, existing features and the latest technology.

Whether designing for Bath’s oldest private homes or cutting-edge city apartments, the principle is same – Bath Kitchen Company will create a place that enhances the lifestyle.

SCHMIDT KITCHENS 1 Park Road, Bath BA1 3EE Tel: 01225 337276 Web: schmidt-kitchens.com Schmidt Kitchens is a relatively new arrival on the Bath scene and is one of Europe’s leading kitchen brands, headed up locally by Leroy McKenzie. Schmidt offers a wide range of colours and finishes with units that look good in both kitchens and living spaces, which suits the current trend for blending the two into one functional environment. Customisation is key to the Schmidt design philosophy, focussing on dimensions, aesthetics and function. Schmidt reports that the company is also seeing a demand for stylish, elegant designs which converge with technology that is revolutionising the way our kitchens integrate with our busy lives.

BUSCOTT WOODWORKING Buscott Farm, Station Road, Ashcott, Somerset TA7 9QP Tel: 01458 210 300 Web: buscottwoodworking.co.uk Buscott Woodworking Ltd is a partnership with a combined 64 years of deep, diverse knowledge in fine joinery and cabinet making, priding themselves on their profound understanding of materials. Craftsmen who talk directly to their clients, the team can make anything from wood: a curved timber frame, a set of traditional box sash windows, a beautiful French polished mahogany dining table and chairs or a stunning bespoke kitchen. Call Adam now for a quote and discussion on how to create your dream piece.

CLAIR STRONG INTERIOR DESIGN Old Orchard, 88a Walcot Street, Bath BA1 5BD Tel: 01225 426905 Web: clairstrong.co.uk Clair Strong Interior Design is a small, friendly and creative business based in Bath that provides a wide range of services for residential and commercial projects in the UK and abroad. Its portfolio includes projects of all sizes, from smaller-scale jobs, such as staging a property for sale, to complete interior solutions for homes and businesses. Recent projects have included the complete refurbishment of a listed building in the centre of Bath used as an office for 70 staff, and the design, sourcing and project coordination of a family home renovation. The team enjoys a collaborative approach with our clients, working with them to create a space that meets their needs, improves their home or work life and exceeds their expectations.

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STEPHEN GRAVER Elmsgate, Edington Road, Steeple Ashton, BA14 6HP Tel: 01380 871746 Web: stephengraver.com Stephen Graver Ltd specialise in creating bespoke projects. From original kitchens and handmade bathrooms to commissioned pieces of furniture, they can offer a solution for everything. Also offering a building renovation service they personally visit every client for an initial consultation. The design is the starting point and the team take time and care over every project, ensuring that the functional requirements are met, while always looking for features to make every project personal and unique. At Stephen Graver, they like to think that the end result is beautiful to look at, original and totally designed around your needs and that what makes them stand out is the journey the client goes on to reach that end result.

Not only will they spend time advising on the most appropriate designs and appliances, you will be able to see how your design progresses by visiting their onsite workshop. Everything is designed and manufactured at the site in Steeple Ashton, you can arrange a visit and see your project taking shape. The studio, open Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm.

BATH GARDEN DESIGN 88a Walcot Street, Old Orchard, Bath BA1 5BD Tel: 01225 317977 Web: bathgardendesign.com Bath Garden Design offers a unique one-stop service where it can take care of all your gardening needs, from the popular consultation service, design and planning, landscaping and construction through to planting and garden maintenance.

Its team members are trained and qualified in Horticulture and have valuable plant and design expertise, Bath Garden Design constantly updates its knowledge and is in touch with the latest trends in garden design. It is also an expert in working with period properties and listed gardens and have worked in some of Baths most prestigious areas. Bath Garden Design is Bath's premier gardening company, offering great customer service and with many happy customers with hundreds of beautiful gardens designed, built and planted by Bath Garden Design.

CATRIONA ARCHER Tel: 07823 884945

Web: catrionaarcher.com

Catriona Archer offers interior styling for holiday rentals, property sale and the home. Enjoy affordable, professional interior styling that is designed to make the most of your existing items, storage and space. A broad range of services are offered, tailored to suit your individual needs. Are you looking for some hands-on styling that repurposes and rearranges your existing furnishings, artwork and accessories in order to make ‘better sense’ of the space? Or, perhaps you are looking for a styling consultation to set you on the right track to make the improvements yourself? Or would you prefer a complete home makeover, with a more in-depth design service, from space planning, interior finish selections through to final furnishings?

Catriona works with budgets from £150 to £50,000 to help you achieve your ideal interior.

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ORIENTAL RUGS OF BATH Hallatrow Business Park, Bristol BS39 6EX Tel: 01761 451764 Web: orientalrugsofbath.com For many years Oriental Rugs of Bath had a shop in Argyle Street, Bath, but in July 2013 they decided to move out of town, to Bookbarn International's capacious premises at Hallatrow, ten miles west of Bath and an equal distance south of Bristol. They now have lots of space to display their beautiful Oriental rugs. There are rugs in every colour and size imaginable with different weaves and price points, from affordable Afghan mats right up to gorgeous handmade Persian rugs costing several thousand pounds. You’ll also find homewares, accessories and clothing too. There is plenty of free parking so you can easily take in your rugs for cleaning and drive away with your purchases.

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HOBSONS CHOICE KITCHENS Kensington Showroom, London Road, Bath BA1 6AJ Tel: 01225 433511 Web: hobsonschoice.uk.com Designing a new kitchen is an exciting time and hobsons|choice believe every client should have a great experience when making the decision to enhance their home. On meeting with the Design Consultant you will be offered a tour of the showroom, whilst enjoying a coffee and a piece of fudge. To understand your lifestyle the consultant will begin by getting to know you; talking and listening, exploring your ideas and offering professional guidance. The approach is collaborative from the start and your Design Consultant is dedicated to your project from the initial design phase and presentation, through to project managing your installation and signing off the kitchen with you. hobsons|choice feel this is key to their success, providing you with a consistent contact who knows everything about your project. With over 40 years of experience, their work can be found in homes of varying size and style. They believe their intelligent design, installation craftsmanship and customer care, are what raises their service above that of their competitors. With three showrooms, Bath, Swindon and Winchester, the team would welcome the opportunity to talk to you about your next kitchen project.

KNEES HOME AND ELECTRICAL Spitfire Retail Park, Trowbridge BA14 0AZ & High Street, Malmesbury SN16 9AA Tel: 01225 754161 Web: knees.co.uk Knees have been local home experts since 1879. It specialises in selling kitchen appliances, range ovens, sofas, beds, furniture, home accessories and vacuum cleaners. Knees offer the chance to see a wide range of appliances in its Trowbridge showroom, as well as free, regular cooking demonstrations where professionals are on hand to show the latest product features and provide expert advice. Knees prides itself on spending time with its customers to help find the right product for their needs and in their budget. Its exceptional offering includes free local delivery on most items as well as a range of professional installation options. Knees also have a price match promise so that you can be sure you will receive the best price available. Plus buying your appliances from a local family business means that it takes customer care seriously. Its new furniture range is full of modern fresh designs and many of the pieces are modular and flexible and their quality and pricing is hard to beat. It’s worth checking out.

KINDLE STOVES Glenavon Farm, 331 Bath Road, Saltford BS31 3TJ Tel: 0117 924 3898 Web: kindlestoves.co.uk At the heart of your home should be the perfect stove. Kindle Stoves is a local specialist in stoves approved for burning wood in Bristol, with a woodburner to suit every home and every style. The team stock the super efficient Clearview, Contura and Rais models as well as many more, offering a full installation service – from fireplace alterations, to slate hearths and stone fireplaces.

Their lovely new showroom, situated just outside Keynsham, has one of the largest displays of wood-burners in the South West and is open seven days per week. Pop in for advice and brochures or to book a home survey. They also sell seasoned logs, gas fires, the Big Green Egg outdoor cooker and Aga Rayburn range cookers.

ZONE YOUR HOME Stanley, Chippenham SN15 3RQ Tel: 01249 740957 Web: zoneyourhome.co.uk Complete smart home systems, tailored to suit your lifestyle. Designed, installed and commissioned for you. Lighting and heating control, CCTV/security, multi-room audio, WiFi and TV distribution. Zone Your Home have undertaken everything from a 1 bedroom annexe to a 6500sq.ft. listed Manor House and every sort of home in between. Their system is suitable for both existing and new installations so they have new builds (and self builds), renovations and retrofit projects in their impressive portfolio. Discuss your individual requirements with the team and find out about their previous projects as the chances are they will have done something similar. Arrange an appointment to view their demonstration system at the National Self-build and Renovation Centre in Swindon and find out how they can smart zone your home.

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JO BERRYMAN INTERIORS The Guild Hub, High Street, Bath BA1 5EB Tel: 01225 560826 Web: joberryman.com Henry Wood House, 2 Riding House Street, London W1W 7FA Tel: 0207 209 5826 Set up in 2009 by Jo Berryman, the interior design studio is famed for its non-formulaic and innovative aesthetic, witty vignettes and harmoniously mismatched accents. Hong Kong born, Jo spent her formative years working in fashion at Elle and Agent Provocateur, and later co-founding one of the first concept stores Jezebell on Marylebone High Street in the early noughties.

Based on confident decisions, Jo now leads a team of designers and architects who understand and deliver her creative vision with expertise and conviction – both on projects throughout the UK and internationally.

PIETRA WOOD AND STONE The Old Filling Station, 400 Ham Green, Holt BA14 6PX Tel: 01225 783527/782408 Web: pietrawoodandstone.com The recently extended Pietra Wood and Stone showroom in Holt, just outside Bradford on Avon, is the place to visit to choose your new flooring and wall tiling. You will find a comprehensive range of floor and wall coverings to suit every kind of taste and budget, along with knowledgeable staff to help advise you on the best option for your home.

You can choose from engineered flooring, natural stone, porcelain and luxury vinyl tiles, which can all be supplied only, or supplied and installed. New for 2018 at Pietra is the Maintenance Programme Initiative. Whether you are an existing client, or the owner of a stone or wood floor, the team can provide you with a programme to bring your floor back to its original splendour and to then keep it looking that way for evermore. This is achieved by using the most up to date technology and specialist cleaners and then an ongoing programme to keep it looking pristine.

FRAMING WORKSHOP 80 Walcot Street, Bath BA1 5BD Tel: 01225 482748 Web: theframingworkshop.com In 28 years of trading on Walcot Street, The Framing Workshop has framed many weird, wonderful, beautiful and fascinating objects and collections, all of which have their own story to tell. What do you have tucked away that you could have framed and displayed to tell it’s own story?

Paper, canvas, fabric, objects, memorabilia, – go and be inspired!

ETONS OF BATH 108 Walcot Street, Bath BA1 5BG Tel: 01225 639002 Web: etonsofbath.com Etons of Bath is an interior design company offering classically inspired interior design, sourcing and project management for luxury residential and hotel clients.

Formed in July 2017 via a merger between two specialist and hugely experienced interior design teams in Bath, Latham Interiors and Eton Design, it is the UK’s only specialist Georgian/Regency interior design practice. Etons of Bath helps owners of period properties create classically inspired interiors to add value, make them more beautiful and modernise the interiors of period properties for more modern living. Services include interior design, product sourcing, project management for interiors of houses and hotels. The showroom on Walcot Street houses collections by more than 50 leading interiors suppliers including De Gournay, Porta Romana, Brabin & Fitz, Silk Avenue and Cole & Son and there is an on-site hand-made curtain and upholstery workshop.

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STORM WINDOWS Tel: 01384 636365 Web: stormwindows.co.uk

JUST SHUTTERS Tel: 01225 302599 Web: justshutters.co.uk Beautiful plantation shutters are a striking style statement, while also offering a perfectly practical addition to your home. A versatile window covering, shutters can be used on a variety on shapes, angles and arches, they are easy to maintain, can be used even in humid environments and have a timeless elegance that can last a lifetime. Shutters are the perfect way to make a design impact while retaining the character of a window or door. they maximise the light and enhance the feeling of a space, and by avoiding heavy and cumbersome fabrics you will open the room up and make it appear larger. Unlike less substantial materials, shutters do not bleach or fade in the sun, and they couple practicality with style like no other product available. These are just some examples of how beautiful plantation shutters can give your home a makeover.

Storm Windows is a family run company specialising in the manufacture and installation of bespoke secondary glazing to listed, classic and historic properties around the country. Secondary glazing is the process of creating an internal window on the inside of the original, which is not visible from the outside of the building. Most traditional windows are draughty and thermally inefficient, yet listed status can impose restrictions regarding works and alterations to your home. Storm Windows secondary glazing products can offer a discreet and sympathetic remedy to this issue. They have solutions for many different types of windows including sash, casement and York sliders, along with the shaping of Gothic, Norman and Ogee arches. Storm secondary glazing is only available directly from the manufacturer. From initial contact with the sales and estimating representatives, through to production in the workshop and finally the installation, all orders are dealt with solely by the in-house team, who work closely together to deal with your enquiries and manage the progression of your order.

INTERIORS.FAMILY Devonshire Buildings, Bath BA2 4SU Tel: 01225 445710 Web: interiors.family

GARDEN AFFAIRS Trowbridge Garden Centre, 288 Frome Road, Trowbridge BA14 ODT Tel: 01225 774566 Web: gardenaffairs.co.uk

interiors.family specialises in helping families create contemporary, stylish homes which not only look great but also work for everyday family life. interiors.family is passionate about what it does and treats every project as if it’s their own home, whether that’s an entire home renovation or a single room revamp. Each project large or small is carefully planned with meticulous attention to detail to maximise the potential of your home. It develops every design with imagination and creativity whilst focussing on quality and practicality to create a unique design tailored to your family’s individual tastes. The aim is to deliver beautifully finished yet practical interiors which improve the way we use our homes and make a positive impact on family life. interiors.family offers a flexible personally tailored range of design services for any size of project.

Garden Affairs specialises in made-to-measure high quality garden buildings. The extensive display of top-notch garden offices, posh sheds, summerhouses and gazebos can all be made to the size and style you require – flexibility is what it’s all about. Take a look at their range of garden rooms which feature a contemporary concept that solves the problem of space constraints, especially in city gardens. The Linea range of modern Scandi style cabins are perfect for all uses, and comply with most planning guidelines, and look great too. Garden Affairs offers a fixed price installation service throughout the UK, or choose a DIY kit delivered to your door.

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SOFA WORKSHOP 21 Milsom Street, Bath BA1 1DE Tel: 01225 442586 Web: sofaworkshop.com Sofa Workshop has been at the top of Milsom Street in Bath for 20 years and is Bath’s first port of call for anyone in search of a very comfortable sofa. All the sofas are handmade in Britain and are available in the greatest choice of fabrics on the high street, including all the best known design houses. Visitors can find a wide choice in the spacious showroom with sofa styles ranging from contemporary to traditional. The experienced team at Sofa Workshop are there to help customers through the process ensuring that they choose the sofa that’s right for them.

NISI LIVING

FIRED EARTH

Tel: 01275 390521 Web: nisiliving.co.uk

11 Broad Street, Bath BA1 5LJ Tel: 01225 471212 Web: firedearth.com

Mediterranean homes are a riot of colour and texture; places where informal gatherings of friends and family happen effortlessly and spontaneously. We may not have the same climate here in the UK, but that needn’t stop us designing vibrant spaces for dining and entertaining in our own homes. Naming their Bristol-based online store after the Greek word for ‘island’, Eleni and Julian Portch provide everything you could need to live a more colourful, more vibrant, more Mediterranean lifestyle.

Eleni’s childhood experiences with her Greek relatives feed into not only her own family life here in the UK, but the ethos of the brand. The hand-picked collection is packed with colour, character and quality, sourced worldwide from designers whose work celebrates style and warmth. So many beautiful things can be found over on their website – our Nisi Living wishlist is longer than our arm!

Fired Earth is well known for its gorgeous wall and floor tiles. They source examples from around the world and the very best from right here in the UK. With a wide selection to choose from – including hardwearing porcelain for high traffic areas and decorative hand painted wall tiles – there really is something for every space. The Fired Earth paint collection brings together 120 colours, ensuring there really is a colour for every room. As well as being beautiful to look at, Fired Earth paints are formulated to perform superbly and have a minimal impact on the environment. They also offer a superb range of coordinating wallpapers which totally transform your space. Added to this is the beautiful range of bathrooms, practical and stylish vinyl flooring and of course, their exceptional design service to help you pull it all together.

GARDINER HASKINS Broad Plain, Bristol BS2 0JP Tel: 0117 929 2288 Web: gardinerhaskins.co.uk One of Bristol’s most established businesses, and its largest independent homecentre, Gardiner Haskins has everything you need to make your home your own – all under one roof. Whether your place is undergoing a revamp or you’re starting from scratch, Gardiner Haskins has all the elements to turn your unique vision into a reality for less. From big-brand appliances to classic, contemporary furniture, you can overhaul entire rooms at their fitted kitchens and bathroom departments or enhance your home using their range of DIY and decorating essentials.

The luxury home furnishings department, with designer brands and made-to-measure curtain service, will add all the style and the finishing touches to turning a house into a beautiful home. Well worth the visit.

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