DESIGN PICKS

Lola Swift Interior Design; lolaswift.co.uk

Hand-painted pendant lights I came across these hand-painted pendants at Chelsea Design Fair –painted in Little Greene paint colours you can have a bespoke colour scheme to fit your home. The scalloped detail is elegant but also frivolous, fitting with the traditional pendant shape and would sit prettily above any workspace or study. David Hunt Lighting,customise.davidhuntlighting.co.uk, price depending on design

Vintage glazed storage cabinet This little beauty sits perfectly in my workroom. I had something in mind to fit in the space but when I saw it, I knew I had to act quickly. Sourced locally from @edwardvintage on Bear Flat, Bath, where vintage pieces come and go fast. The cabinet stores all my sample fabrics and colour cards. Edward Vintage, 34 Wellsway, Bath

Rote brass pendant light I have recently bought a Rote brass pendant light from award-winning UK lighting company Bert Frank. The light has an incredible geometric shade with contrasting slatted diamond shapes in brass and black. We are installing this in a Georgian reception room in Bath to give it a stunning contemporary interpretation. Using contemporary lighting in a heritage home is a tip I often give to my clients. It’s an unexpected twist. This light even has built-in Bluetooth so you can dim the light from your phone. From Bert Frank, bertfrank.co.uk, £3960 Ruche d’Or Rug This geometric rug design was inspired by a mix of Cubism and Arabic design. We have had it made in a bespoke size for a large Georgian drawing room. The gold and cream tones of the rug will work beautifully with the deep blue walls, wooden floors and bespoke furniture in walnut and gold in the room. A design tip is that a rug can really pull the colours of a room together and give it a cohesive look. I always remind my clients that many rug companies will make bespoke sizes and colours of their ranges for you. 200 x 300cm, £1950. from roche-bobois.com (also available in 250 x 350cm)

Louisa Morgan, Mandarin Stone mandarinstone.com

Log basket Woven baskets in the home are not only practical but beautiful and sustainable too. Hand-made willow baskets can be made to bespoke designs and sizes in a range of earthy willow shades that mellow with age. From log to laundry and fruit-gathering baskets, when not in use they can be displayed in the home to add rustic charm. To create a truly unique basket you can also attend a workshop and have the pleasure of weaving your own! Log basket by Wyldwood Willow, 56 x 40 x 50cm, £157.50; wyldwoodwillow.co.uk

Woodhouse & Law, woodhouseandlaw.co.uk

Home Fragrance by Ubiety We love everything about Ubeity’s home fragrance range. Not only are their plant-based formulations made here in England, but they use vegan and environmentally ingredients too. From hand-poured candles to reed diffusers using sustainable carrier oil, and with all profits going to Dorothy House Hospice Care, we were thrilled to discover this local venture. findubiety.com Kirsten Hecktermann cushions With the nights drawing in, I could easily fill every room with these delightful cushions, I may have a few already! Distinctive and individual, Kirsten's designs offer a combination of modern and antique textiles, many of them hand-dyed and embellished with her own unique style of embroidery to create beautiful bespoke designs. Cushions from £75; kirstenhecktermann.bigcartel.com

Wallpaper by Beata Hueman Swedish born Beata Hueman is very much the designer of the moment. Fresh from her collaboration with Original BTC in creating the Alma Lighting range, Beata has also turned her hand to the design of a magical range of wallpapers. With so many colours in each design, these papers act as a wonderful springboard for a scheme, and can add impact not only in large spaces but also in the finer details, such as the lining of bespoke cabinetry. shoppa.beataheuman.com

Rooms for improvement

It’s time to get your house in order. Our Autumn/Winter guide features all the best trades and services to help spruce up your home and garden. Whether it’s a small decorating touch or an ambitious major project, this directory offers a great range of expert services to make all those home, interior and garden ideas become reality

KUTCHENHAUS BATH

5 Saracen Street, Bath, BA1 5BR. Tel: 01225 634025 Web: uk.kutchenhaus.com

Kutchenhaus Bath are part of the Kutchenhaus German Kitchen family. Located on Saracens Street in the heart of Bath Kutchenhaus supply, design and fit German kitchens which with it bring innovation and the latest technology. Whether you are looking for a modern kitchen or a traditional kitchen, the friendly team at Kutchenhaus Bath has over 60 years of combined experience, so can guarantee a professional and five-star service. All Kutchenhaus kitchens are manufactured and put together in Verle, Germany and get’s shipped directly to customers fully assembled which means no flat-pack! The kitchens are also manufactured by intelligent machines which completely eliminates the risk of human error –Guaranteeing your kitchen will be right first time! The team in Bath also design spaces for bathrooms, bedroom and living areas too! So whatever your query may be, pop into the showroom today and get your dream project plans into motion!

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. From making up soft furnishings to a full design service and project co-ordination, everything is delivered with exceptional attention to detail. To arrange an initial consultation, get in touch or pop in to meet the team.

AVONVALE CARPETS

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

Your choice of flooring is vital in transforming any room and the range of options can sometimes overwhelm; fortunately, Avonvale Carpets is on hand to assist. It has served homeowners and businesses throughout the city of Bath and Wiltshire for 50 years, providing an excellent choice of flooring, in-depth expertise and perfect fitting. An independent, secondgeneration family-run business, Avonvale Carpets has its own professionally-trained fitters and deals directly with major manufacturers, offering customers a great selection of quality flooring solutions that’s second to none – LVT, natural, stain resistant, vinyl, wood, wool and tailor-made options too. You’ll be amazed at the variety on offer in the shop, located just off Kingsmead Square. Pop in and see.

EDINBURGH WARDROBES

Tel: 0131 466 0258 Web: edinburghwardrobes.com/bath

Now available locally, Edinburgh Wardrobes offer traditional Shaker-style fitted wardrobes, custom made to fit your space with solid hardwood in-frame doors and oak interiors. There are a range of options for the interior layout including drawers, shelves and hanging space; and you can also add lighting or sockets to tuck away all your gadgets. Custom fitted bookcases are also available – ideal for home offices or TV rooms. All wardrobes and bookcases are hand crafted at the Edinburgh workshop using traditional methods, and hand painted in any Farrow & Ball colour that you choose. Pricing is very clear and simple and following a visit to take detailed measurements and discuss your ideas for the design, you will receive a hand-drawn design of your very own custom fitted wardrobe.

BONITI

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

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, and the highly desirable Everhot range cookers and stoves. For large and small projects, the Boniti team are masters of their profession and it shows in every detail. The showroom is easily reached from J18 of the M4.

JIM LAWRENCE

114 –116 Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BG Tel: 01225 430691 Web: jim-lawrence.co.uk

Over the past 20 years Jim Lawrence has built up a reputation for making high quality lighting and home accessories using traditional handcrafted techniques. The business has come a long way since starting out on Jim’s farm, but the ethos to nurture British craftmanship remains the same. Today the company employs a skilled team of 150 engineers, welders, painters, seamstresses, designers, lampshade makers and technicians, alongside a full cohort of support staff in the Suffolk workshop. View Jim Lawrence’s extensive homeware collection in the beautiful new Bath showroom - set in a unique Georgian building nestled right at the heart of Walcot Street.

GARDEN AFFAIRS

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

Create space for home working, hobbies, a growing family or even a new business venture with a cost-effective, versatile, fullyinsulated garden room. Garden Affairs offer a huge range of high quality, sustainable garden buildings and will help you get the design, the installation, the quality and the price spot on. Visit their extensive display centre at Trowbridge Garden Centre in Wiltshire to see garden offices, art and craft studios, teenage dens, granny annexes as well as a range of ‘posh sheds’ and summerhouses.

BEN ARGENT KITCHENS

Dunsdon Barn, West Littleton, Wiltshire SN14 8JA Tel: 01225 892270 Web: benargentkitchens.co.uk

Award winning creators of bespoke contemporary kitchens that successfully combine functional design with elegant simplicity. Ben has a background as a designer/maker and has extensive experience in the specialist furniture industry. He launched the company in 2007 with a clear understanding of the subtleties and technicalities required to achieve sophisticated and highly individual contemporary kitchens. Their beautiful showroom is conveniently located near M4 J18 with plenty of free parking. Please contact them to arrange a viewing.

THE BATH FRAMER

14–15 Walcot Buildings, London Road, Bath BA1 6AD Tel: 01225 920210 Web: thebathpictureframer.co.uk

The Bath Framer, owned by Kelly, is a friendly boutique picture framers that has a beautifully quirky front of house and an amazing naturally lit workshop. Both are a joy to work in and to visit for customers wanting to see how frames are created. Since opening, the business has gone from strength to strength, building a client list of local residents and businesses based in Bath, Bristol and beyond. A bespoke framing service, tailored to suit all individuals’ needsruns alongside a gorgeous selection of cards, gift wrap and stationery.

CATRIONA ARCHER INTERIORS

Tel: 07823 884945 Web: catrionaarcher.com

Catriona Archer Interiors has helped transform residential homes, small businesses and holiday rentals in Bath and the surrounding areas for over a decade. Catriona is known for her practical design solutions, creative flair and hands-on styling. A full menu of services are provided to suit a broad range of projects and budgets: From half-day and full-day consultations to more in-depth end-toend services that include renovation plans, furnishing and finishes. So whether you are looking for a few well considered updates or a full redesign, simply contact Catriona to discuss your requirements and arrange a consultation.

HOMEFRONT INTERIORS

10 Margaret’s Buildings, Bath BA1 2LP Tel: 01225 571711 Web: homefrontinteriors.co.uk

Homefront Interiors is a homewares store that follows a simple ethos to source ethically made and sustainable products. With a clever mix of work by local artists and makers, displayed alongside handmade fair-trade products from around the world, Homefront aim to support the small producers. The shop may be small, but it is a treasure trove of beautiful things - handmade, fair trade, recycled, or made from sustainable materials. If you are looking for a great selection of all those hand-picked and important finishing touches for the home then Homefront is a great destination store to visit.

CLAIR STRONG INTERIOR DESIGN

5 Argyle Street, Bath BA2 4BA Meetings by appointment. Tel: 01225 426905, Mob: 07855 797311 Web: clairstrong.co.uk

Clair Strong Interior Design Ltd is a friendly, boutique business based in Bath, providing a range of interior design services for residential and commercial projects. With over 15 years experience, Clair and her team work with a trusted Photography by nicksmithphotography.com network of professionals and trades offering complete design and refurbishment. From city centre apartments and retail units to large Georgian houses, her portfolio includes projects of all sizes. The company ethos is to take a collaborative approach with clients, working with them to create spaces that meet their needs, improve their lives, and exceed their expectations. Call or email Clair to arrange a consultation.

BATH RECLAMATION

Tel: 07983 556 757 Web: bathreclamation.co.uk

It was a sad day when Walcot Reclamation and Walcot Architectural Salvage had to move out of Bath, but the good news is that former manager Cary Morgan, is now the owner of Bath Reclamation, based just outside Bath in Newton St Loe. Bath Reclamation stock and source all types of reclaimed materials, with a special focus on building materials such as Bath stone ashlar, paving, flooring, roofing and bricks. All other types of salvaged materials and salvaged items –from windows to sleepers, curbs and resawn pine –are kept in stock when available. A visit to its helpful, new website is a must.

JOEL BUGG

FURNITURE & SPACES

Tel: 01225 583520 / 07779 236242 Web: joelbugg.co.uk

Joel Bugg Furniture & Spaces designs and creates elegant, bespoke fitted furniture and interiors, which are architecturally thought through to seamlessly fit and suit your property. Joel and his team offer a fully managed service from initial space planning and concept designs, using teams of skilled cabinet makers in their manufacture through to final installation. They will also recommend, source and provide lighting, flooring and other finishing touches as required. Their expertise spans all interiors from kitchens and bathrooms to libraries and boot rooms, and as well as working directly with clients they work collaboratively with architects and interior designers to deliver a truly tailored solution.

MARMALADE HOUSE

Tel: 01225 445855 Web: themarmaladehouse.co.uk

Marmalade House is an award-winning, professional furniture painting and design company, based in Bath. It specialises in French and Gustavian finishes that include the layering of colours, distressed paintwork and lime-washing as well as gilding, colourwashing for ageing and waxing services. The focus is all about colour and style and how that fits into a customer’s home. The team of trained interior designers also offer a design and styling service that brings together the client’s style and aspirations for change. For those who prefer to do everything themselves, the company also offers popular training courses on how to paint furniture to professional standards, and the use of colour within your home. Run by Vanessa Sayce, Marmalade House is an established, friendly company that has its clients’ interests at heart, whatever changes they would like to make, and at whatever scale.

KELLY MARIE KITCHEN INTERIORS

8 Pulteney Terrace, Bath BA2 4HJ Tel: 01225 481881 (Mobile: 07796 554466) Web: kellymariekitchens.com

Kelly Marie has more than 15 years experience in the kitchen design industry. She has had the pleasure of working on many luxury kitchen projects in the Bath area and now owns her own unique and creative business based on a constant list of word-of-mouth recommendations. Her technical designs with intrinsic creativity allow spaces that are functional yet beautiful. With a vast portfolio of luxury German kitchen projects, Kelly works with each client’s budget, providing personalised attention throughout the design process. Kelly believes that it is all about the little details and her approach combines purposeful variations of colour, textures and finishes. The careful selection of these elements endow the home with a sense of harmony, while reflecting the individual style of the client.

COOPERS HOME APPLIANCES

13–15 Walcot Street, Bath BA1 5BN Tel: 01225 311811 Web: coopershomeappliances.com

Located on the famous Walcot Street of Bath, Coopers Home Appliances is a store not to miss. For many years running, Coopers has been a popular entry in our ‘Best of Bath’ list and it’s easy to see why. With over 70 years’ experience, Coopers is a highly acclaimed and award-winning kitchen appliance retailer with an eye for the unusual. Their large showroom has recently undergone an exciting transformation and displays an extensive array of range cookers, refrigeration, laundry, dishwashing, built-in appliances, small appliances, and much more. The showrooms provide customers with a unique live experience where they can physically interact with the appliances before they buy them. The store frequently holds demonstrations and events, and often collaborates with other local specialist traders. The expert team at Coopers is always on hand for enquiries and is competitive when it comes to purchase, delivery, and installation. With so much choice, the team can help you choose the right product to complement your taste and home environment. With superb customer service, Coopers aim to make buying home appliances a personal and pleasurable experience –independent retailing at its very best.

GARDEN REQUISITES

Tel: 01225 851577 Info@garden-requisites.co.uk Web: garden-requisites.co.uk

Based in Bath, Garden Requisites produce high quality, hand-made zinc galvanized products such as porches – as shown, door canopies, window boxes and trellis panels. Specialising in weaving wire, each piece is created locally and made to order. Standard sizes or bespoke designs in solid steel or wirework can be created and despatched nationwide and worldwide. Visitors to the Batheaston showroom are very welcome. Established almost 20 years ago to cater for the discerning gardening world, Garden Requisites now not only produce arches, trellis panels and planters but also door canopies, window boxes and fireguards for wood burning stoves. Due to the sustainability and longevity of hot dip zinc galvanized steel, any Garden Requisites’ product will last a lifetime, eliminating the need to be replaced or maintained so reducing the carbon footprint and removing any waste from the product life cycle – a truly sustainable solution. For more information or to place an order, get in touch.

TR HAYES

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

TR Hayes is the largest furniture store in the region and has been selling furniture in Bath for over 100 years with a reputation for good quality and service. The store features many well-respected brands, with an amazing array of furniture of all types on display – sofas and chairs, dining and living room furniture, beds and mattresses (including Vispring, Harrison Spinks and Hypnos). Styles range from classic to contemporary, with ranges to suit all budgets. There are also highly respected carpet and curtain departments. Carpets and wooden flooring can be fitted, made-to-measure curtains and blinds provided, and advice on accessories is available. With friendly and knowledgeable staff to help guide you, and excellent aftersales care, you can rely on TR Hayes.

MANDARIN STONE

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 porcelain. Ranging from tiles 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, it offers dependable 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.

CREAM CORNWALL

29, Milsom Street, Bath, BA1 1DG Web: creamcornwall.co.uk

Inspired by the Cornish coast, Cream Cornwall makes luxury and exclusive homewares for people who love to be surrounded by beautiful things. Featured on homewares and fabric, their unique designs transform ordinary objects into statement pieces. Cream

Cornwall’s overarching motto is ‘Beautiful things, beautifully made’ and Rebecca and Allison, the co-founders of Cream Cornwall, are committed to producing quality and unique homewares that inspire. The two women are passionate keeping production as local as possible, with their candles, diffusers, lampshades and cushions all made locally in Cornwall.

Both Rebecca and Allison maintain the importance of having physical stores, and their shops in Falmouth, St Ives and Bath beautifully showcase the wide range of products.

SELBY LANDSCAPES

Tel: 01225 571350 Web: selbylandscapes.com

Selby Landscapes is the leading landscape gardening company based in Bath with an excellent reputation for crafting beautiful and enduring outdoor spaces. Selby Landscapes offer a turn-key solution to your landscape requirements including landscape design and construction, garden design, planting and garden maintenance. Frequently working alongside other garden designers in the Somerset region, as well as offering an in-house garden design service, every garden project Selby Landscapes create, from city courtyards to large country gardens, is crafted to give a lifetime of pleasure.

BALULA

Tel: 07949 116310 Web: balula.co.uk

Imagine what your space could be…Balula is a unique, full service interior design studio with 15 years experience in large renovation projects that have featured in the Sunday Times, Conde Nast Traveller, Interior Design magazines and TV programmes. Working closely with Architects, property developers and individual clients - their 3D studio creates photo-realistic images of what a building or a space could become. A perfect way to review architectural and design choices as a project evolves. For Interiors – A unique “Laid Back Luxury” style is their calling card – delivering an eclectic mix of styles and unique pieces that have been blended perfectly to give spaces that relaxed 5 star personality.

HEIDI REIKI

BALANCING ENERGY AND FENG SHUI

Tel: 07776 255875 Web: heidireiki.com

Your Peaceful Home? Why should I have an energy makeover, you ask yourself? I would ask, how would you like the energy in your home to feel and what is the energy of your living space feeling like right now? Helping people to live in harmony with their home and living spaces is what I do. By applying my many years of specialist knowledge in reiki, Feng Shui, energy clearing and with applying The ThetaHealing® Technique, I can transform your home into a peaceful and loving place to live in. After working on Claire’s home and garden, she shared on Google, ‘Thank you, Heidi, for the wonderful work you have done with us and our home. I really appreciate your kind and gentle approach, and how you bring so much experience and different modalities in what you do, in person and from a distance. It's great so feel such a positive difference in the energy and harmony around us.’

Find out more contact Heidi Lerner Rearden: heidi@heidireiki.com

MARDAN

REMOVALS AND STORAGE

Tel: 01225 313233 / 07899 847857 Web:mardanremovals.co.uk

Mardan work with both home and business owners directly and all work is of the highest standard, reliability being paramount. The team are highly experienced in moving fine arts and antiques giving you the confidence that your most prized possessions will be moved safely and carefully. All your effects will be packed to European standards. Mardan offer a full packing service and all packing materials are free of charge with every move. The company also provides secure storage hire in Bath with around-the-clock access and CCTV security and with flexible rental periods and storage size at competitive rates. Whatever your reason for needing storage, if you’re looking to store all your household goods or just a couple of items, look no further. Mardan Removals can take the stress away and arrange it all for you in Bath.

BATH KITCHEN COMPANY

7–9 North Parade Buildings, Bath BA1 1NS Tel: 01225 312003 Web: bathkitchencompany.co.uk

Established in 1990, Bath Kitchen Company is an award-winning, wellregarded family business based in Bath. With vast experience, the company takes pride in its close attention to detail and its understanding of what each client requires. Whatever an individual client’s tastes, 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 cuttingedge city apartments, the principle is the same – Bath Kitchen Company will create a place that enhances your lifestyle.

BATH CARPETS AND FLOORING

4 Kingsmead Street, Bath BA1 2AA Tel: 01225 471888 Web: carpetsandflooringbath.co.uk

Supplying and fitting flooring throughout the South West since 2004. Bath Carpets and Flooring (BCF) offers a wide selection of carpets, all made from a variety of different materials including wool, polypropylene, nylon and sisals. With the combined experience of more than 100 years, the team’s extensive knowledge and expertise puts you at ease as they match your needs with the perfect flooring solution. BCF pride themselves on only giving impartial advice and hassle-free measuring and estimating, so there will never be any sales pressure or confusion. As the city’s largest Karndean flooring specialist, BCF’s luxury vinyl tile showroom will give you the freedom to create impressive floors, where the only limit is imagination. With showrooms over two floors offering an even greater selection of homely carpets, vinyl’s, LVT’s and modern rugs. Commercial flooring from all leading manufacturers is available through Bath Contract Flooring Ltd. So if it’s flooring for your home or your business BCF have got it covered.

HOUSE OF RADIATORS

22 Wellsway, Bear Flat, Bath BA2 2AA Tel: 01225 424199 Web: houseofradiators.co.uk

House of Radiators sells traditional and designer radiators that can be offthe-shelf sizes/finishes or bespoke sizes and colours. This popular, family-run business opened its Bear Flat showroom in 2011 and not only sells to Bath areas but throughout the UK and overseas. Following a major re-fit, there are over 100 radiators on display and due to increasing popularity the traditional cast iron and column radiator range has expanded. With over 45 years experience in the heating and radiator industry they offer a friendly and high level of customer service. 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. Because the team work with leading manufacturers and distributors in the radiator industry, there’s always something to suit all budgets and styles. Locally the company are able to offer an at-home consultation where they’ll measure up and work out the correct heat requirements and size up radiators accordingly.

BLUE. WOMAN + HOME

The Loft, 1-2, Bartlett Street, Bath , BA1 2QZ Tel: 01225 462111 Web: bluewomensclothing.co.uk

Drapers Independents Finalists 2022. Blue is one of Bath’s best concept stores, situated in Bartlett Street Quarter, at the artisan end of town. This beautiful showroom space supplies a chic range of fabulous homeware and individual clothing to adventurous women of all ages, with style that is impossible to find on the high street. Blue is a destination store where you can shop womenswear, homeware and gifts –stockist of Lurdes Bergada, Rundholz and Lofina Footwear too. Stay for award winning lunch at Cafe Lucca, all under one roof at The Loft. Follow Blue's Instagram @bluewomensclothing to experience the unique brand, including styling tips and videos

BEAU NASH BATH

28 and 31 Brock Street, Bath BA1 2LN Tel: 01225 461 483 and 01225 334 234 Web: beaunashbath.com

For a city like Bath it would be unthinkable not to have some good antique shops. Beau Nash are specialists in both antique silver and decorative period furniture with a range to suit most budgets. At both of their shops on Brock Street (connecting the Circus to the Royal Crescent) Beau Nash pride themselves on offering both quality antiques and the friendliest possible service. The team at Beau Nash aren’t intimidating, as some specialist antiques businesses can be and, since it's their favourite subject, they’re delighted to talk antiques anytime. Do pay them a visit - you won’t be bored.

LOLA SWIFT INTERIORS

Tel: 07971 106546; Email: lola@lolaswift.co.uk Web: lolaswift.co.uk

Interior designer and colour consultant based in Bath, Lola Swift offers a creative and comprehensive design service, seamlessly combining style with practicality whilst integrating personality, colour and texture in your home or workspace. Whether you have moved house, are looking to restyle a room or office space, let Lola remove the stress by creating a beautiful design scheme that reflects your style and budget. Services include residential and commercial spaces, from concept and space planning to room styling and implementation.

NEWMAN’S JOINERY

6 Locksbrook Court, 88-89 Locksbrook Rd, BA1 3EN Tel: 01225 318378, Web: newmansjoinery.co.uk

In April 2015, Roland Newman took over the thriving Hulin & Hudson joinery firm following the retirement of Mike Hulin. Based in Widcombe, the joinery shop was a well-established local business providing high-quality joinery for houses in Bath and the surrounding areas. Chris, the foreman, worked with Mike for almost 20 years and continues to run the workshop, so the wealth of experience and local knowledge has been retained. The company deals with everything from timber windows, staircases, doors and frames to alcove cupboards, panelling, timber conservatories and shop façades and they have a specialist knowledge in listed buildings. Contact Newmans for a free, no-obligation initial visit to discuss your requirements.

SCHMIDT BATH

1 Park Road, Bath BA1 3EE Tel: 01225 337276 Web: schmidt-bath.com

Schmidt have been creating bespoke made-to-measure interiors in Bath for more than 35 years. From luxury kitchens to bathrooms, bedrooms and home offices, its team of designers can make use of even the smallest space. Formerly Interior Harmony, Schmidt Bath is headed up by Leroy McKenzie and with highly skilled in-house fitters you can be sure that your project runs smoothly, and with established installation partners, Schmidt now offer complete home renovation projects including extensions. The team can help you create your dream kitchen, advising on the best layouts and appliances from high-end brands including Siemens and Miele. If you’re looking to upgrade your home, give them a call to book your free quotation or make an appointment via video or phone call and have an informal chat with a designer or visit Schmidt in-store to see a full range of beautiful possibilities.

S&J ROOFING

130 Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BG. Tel: 01225 951223 Web: sandjbath.co.uk

Established since 1981 S&J Roofing Bath have over 40 years experience within the roofing industry providing all aspects of roofing works across the city and beyond. This is a family run business that has an excellent reputation for delivering quality work within budget and on time. S&J have a showroom which is conveniently located in the heart of Bath on Walcot Street, customers can book an appointment to discuss, over a cup of coffee, all their roofing requirements with a member of the roofing team. It’s also a great place to get ideas and view the roofing products available. S&J are approved members of the FMB which assures customers that all work is carefully checked and also ensures work carried out is of the highest standards of the federation and are upheld and adhered to.

ETONS OF BATH

108 Walcot Street, Bath BA1 5BG Tel: 01225 639002 Web: etonsofbath.com

Etons of Bath is a specialist interior design and architecture practice focused on refurbishing and renovating period homes. Their team of interior designers and project managers can help you plan, design and deliver classically inspired interiors that add value, turn heads and improve the use of space. From their studio in Walcot Street, the team covers projects of all shapes and sizes from a select number of rooms in a house, to large townhouses and luxury apartments. Etons of Bath’s services range from concept designs for individual spaces and help with procurement for special pieces, all the way through the spectrum to full scale renovations. They combine specialist knowledge, creative flair and project management skills to deliver luxury and complex projects on time and budget.

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S&J Roofing Bath have over 40 years experience within the roofing industry. We are family run business that has the reputation for delivering quality work within budget and on time.

Our showroom is located in the heart of Bath on Walcot Street, please book an appointment where a member of the roofing team will discuss all your roofing requirements over a cup of coffee or come and view our roofing products.

We are approved members of the FMB which assures you the customers that our work has been carefully checked to ensure we uphold the standards of the largest federation.

S&J ROOFING

Walcot Street Office

HOME & INTERIOR

Notebook New ideas for the autumn

KADAI FIREBOWLS THE ICONIC TRIPP TRAPP® CHAIR IN NEW FJORD BLUE

Founded on the west coast of Norway, in 1932, Stokke AS began as a producer of bus seats and furniture for adults. Launched in 1972, the iconic Tripp Trapp® chair was its first product for children and designed by Peter Opsvik. Stylish, versatile and practical, more than 13 million of these brilliant chairs have been sold globally and now, in a special celebration of its 50th anniversary the trusted Tripp Trapp® chair is available in a fresh, new colour: Fjord Blue. Enjoy your child learning and interacting in safety and comfort, sitting close to you at the family table. RRP £209. Visit stokke.com to find out more.

The red hot garden accessory of 2022 –these are great for generating heat, cooking on and just for helping you find some joy all year round. Original Kadais are up to 100 years old, each one completely unique with a rich heritage from years of use as cooking bowls at weddings and festivals across India. Hand-picked in Rajasthan and available in sizes from 60cm–170cm diameter. The Kadai can be raised to the perfect cooking height with a handmade iron stand or can be used as an impressive fire bowl to enjoy evenings under the stars throughout the year. Visit the Boniti showroom on the A46 to see an impressive selection of Kadais and accessories. Find out more at boniti.com

THE NATURAL LOOK

Dulux have announced its colour of 2023 as ‘Wild Wonder’, a barley shade of soft gold with green undertones. According to the paint and colour experts it captures the wonders of the earth, inspires creativity, and brings a sense of nature's magic to our living and working spaces. There’s a full colour palette to enjoy at dulux.co.uk TR Hayes in Bath has created a ‘vintage’ room on its first floor. This new room is filled with a selection of leather and tweed armchairs and sofas, amongst other items. One of the standout themes, and one that has incredibly popular, is the patchwork look.

These pieces have been designed to make the most of off-cuts from one of TR Hayes’ furniture suppliers who create sofas and chairs using high-quality leather and a mixture of wool and genuine Harris Tweed. Rather than throw the off-cuts away they have rethought things and have come up with these great pieces. They have caused quite a stir in the showroom.

TR Hayes, 15–18 London Street,

Walcot Street, Bath; trhayes.co.uk

OFFCUT UPHOLSTERY

Page-turning interiors

Here is a sampling of books and magazines offering an eclectic mix of interiors inspiration –from DIY skills and transforming a rented space to admiring homes in the Blue Mountains in Australia and Waiheke Island in New Zealand

Home Sweet Rented Home: Transform Your Home Without Losing Your Deposit by Medina Grillo

This is an inspired book for renters. Faced with a home where the walls are magnolia, interiors blogger Medina Grillo shares her favourite tips, tricks and DIY projects for transforming a rented space. Discover ways to add a splash of colour with removable wallpaper, learn how to hang artworks without damaging the walls, and turn your hand to upcycling those furniture bargains you picked up at the flea market. With chapters covering all aspects of the home, from walls, flooring and lighting to storage and accessories, this will appeal both to DIY experts or those who have never lifted a paintbrush. Mitchell

Beazley, £15

The Foraged Home by Joanna Maclellan

Anyone can create a beautiful home by foraging, and salvaging what they find, maintains Joanna Maclellan. Whether it’s a box of rusty nails or a disused armchair missing a leg, discarded objects can be restored, recycled or repurposed to fill the home with personal style. Presenting the techniques and philosophies of a wide spectrum of foraging homeowners, this book showcases unexpected and inspiring interiors from all over the world, from an upturned boat in France to an Australian beach house. In an era when self-sufficiency, living off grid and saving our planet have never been more important or appealing, this provides guidance and inspiration for all those looking to go beyond the world of mass-produced flat-packs. Thames and Hudson, £25

Spectrum: Heritage Patterns and Colours (Victoria & Albert Museum) by Ros Byam Shaw

This original book analyses the palettes that have been used by designers in the creation of furnishing fabrics and wallpapers from the 15th century to the present. Each fabric and wallpaper is arranged chronologically on its own double-page spread, accompanied by a caption that provides information about each product and its significance in the context of interior design. Unique in the book are the colour grids shown beside each pattern, in which the colours in the original piece are shown in proportion to their use, and with their CMYK references to enable designers to replicate these colours in their own work. Thames and Hudson, £25

DIY with Jay by Jay Blades

With tales of furniture restorer Jay Blades’ own do-it-yourself escapades and plenty of inspiration from his favourite home fixes, this guide will give you the knowledge you need to choose the right wall plugs, revamp those old dining chairs and give your bathroom a whole new lease of life without breaking the bank. Including information on laying new kitchen flooring and building your own BBQ, making new sofa covers and choosing the right bedroom vibe for the best night’s sleep, this manual provides tips and problem solvers for anyone hoping to embark on a new DIY journey.

Bluebird, £20

Ark Journal

Interior design magazines are a big draw at Magalleria, especially anything Scandinavian. A favourite is Denmark’s Ark Journal, a coffee table darling with sleek, minimalist good looks, packed with design and furnishing ideas. The publisher says, “We explore the spaces around us, the objects we put in them and the people who make them. Bridging architecture, design and art, we show them as interplay rather than in silos, and with a sense of enduring Scandinavian values and aesthetics.”

£20, store.magalleria.co.uk

The Local Project

From the other side of the world, The Local Project is an imposing, deluxe magazine showcasing the vitality of the scene in Australia and New Zealand where the design and construction of the domestic space is arguably more innovative. With locations from the Blue Mountains to Waiheke Island, Christchurch to Brisbane, the Great Ocean Road to Auckland, the magazine opens up a dynamic design community to provide inspiration for architects and designers all over the world. £35, store.magalleria.co.uk n