CONTRAST UPHOLSTERY

By director Janus Cooper

What’s your current bestseller?

The Richmond occasional chair in Harris Tweed. I believe the main reason it is our bestseller is that it can be placed in any room in the house, from a hallway to a bedroom

What trends are on their way out?

Classic shapes are still very popular for us, but it’s more about the fabric for the consumer

… and what’s coming in?

Colours coming in are browns, mustard, orange and various shades of green. However, these need to be co-ordinated with some printed or woven scatters/ occasional chairs www.contrastupholstery.co.uk becoming subtly warmer, and maybe a little more inspiring or uplifting in shade. Accent colour tones of honey through to umber combine to emphasise this shift in popularity.

Sustainability is probably the biggest influential change in upholstery, which is why a few years ago our group strategically invested in sustainability R&D to be able to remain ahead in the market – not only with Westbridge’s award-winning Full Circle concept, but increasingly throughout our home, leisure, and branded businesses. As well as future legislation, consumers are increasingly aware and influenced by sustainability in purchasing www.westbridgefurniture.com

What’s your current bestseller?

House Collection – well designed, well made, suitable for all locations and consumers

What trends are on their way out?

Grey sofas seem to be back on trend

What trends are coming in?

New boucles www.gallerydirect.co.uk