Cardiff Life Awards 2023 Showguide

CELEBRATING THE BEST IN CARDIFF

CITY HALL, 23 FEBRUARY 2023

Welcome to the Cardiff Life 2023! Here’s to another joyous celebration of the great and good of Cardiff.

This annual glittering event, which has been running since 2014, sees the largest number of local businesses come together under one roof to cheer each other on and support each other’s marvellous successes and inspiring efforts. It’s one of the biggest networking events in the capital too, with unlimited potential connections and relationships to be gained. So, go on, get mingling!

Many of you reading this will be up for Awards yourselves tonight, in categories ranging from Arts and Events, to Restaurants, Education and Property – and not forgetting the newest category, Sustainability.

As ever, hundreds of nominations were made this year, and the Shortlist was once again a huge challenge to create. As for our Winners tonight, they’ve been chosen by an independent panel of judges which we’ve selected from a medley of sectors across the city. Every year, the team at Cardiff Life hands this mighty responsibility over to a newly chosen array of judges and we step back and watch the fierce debates commence. We certainly don’t envy their mammoth task.

This evening is about honouring all of you, the remarkable businesses, the creative entrepreneurs, the inventive retailers, the civic minded – the founders, the leaders, the grafters who help shape Cardiff into an epic place to live, work and play.

The hundreds of you in attendance tonight deserve serious recognition. Thank you to those who entered, sponsored, supported, and came here this evening. Personally, I want to say thank you for making my job such a joy. It’s a privilege to share your stories and to play a part, through our magazine and tonight’s annual glittering event, in shining a light on the brilliance of this city.

Let’s spread the love far and wide tonight on social media – tag us using the handles on the right, and using the hashtag #CardiffLifeAwards. And please do come say hello to me, or the Cardiff Life team, at some point tonight if you can – my favourite part of the Awards is meeting the fantastic people behind the businesses. Here’s to the most wonderful, emotional, triumphant night, celebrating… YOU!

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RUNNING ORDER

18:30

Drinks Reception

19:20

Call for dinner

19:30

Dinner is served

20:45 Countdown begins

21:00

Cardiff Life Awards commence

23:00

Official Aftershow Party

MENU

Starter

• Chicken Liver Parfait with a Red Onion Marmalade & Sliced Malted Bloomer

• Deep Fried Avocado Served with Wild Salad & Tomato Chutney Sprinkled with Vegan Cheese (V/VG)

Main

• Chargrilled Supreme of Chicken with a Rosemary & Garlic Marinade and a Lemon Pepper Sauce & Baby Vegetables

• Butternut Squash Risotto accompanied with Chargrilled Vegetables & Croquet Potatoes (V/VG)

Dessert

• Sticky Toffee Fondant served with Salted Caramel Ice Cream

• Vegan Salted Caramel Brownie with Vegan Ice Cream (VG)

Your host for this evening SIÂN LLOYD

Siân Lloyd is a national TV presenter, experienced awards host and conference chair. A popular journalist and broadcaster, Sian regularly presents BBCBreakfast (BBC One), The news slot on Marr (BBC One) and is a correspondent for BBC network news. Siân also works across other genres and has co-presented Crimewatch Roadshow (BBC One) for the past three years. Last year she fronted two documentaries for BBC Wales - Siân’s Real North Wales and Sian’s Work Life Balance showcased her journalistic skills in a more informal way.

Siân began her TV and Radio career in Wales presenting BBCWalesToday (BBC One Wales) and the drive-time radio programme GoodEveningWales on BBC Radio Wales. Sian still regularly works in radio, for Radio 4’s Today and PM programmes. In 2021 she was appointed Wales Correspondent for BBC Network news making her the face and voice of stories from Wales for national TV and radio programmes.

THE JUDGES

Each year there is a fresh panel of impeccably impartial and independent Judges for the Cardiff Life Awards. It’s a disparate group, drawn from different sectors and sizes of business. They and they alone will decide the Winners. This year we introduce…

1ALINE MOREIRA GONZAGA General manager, Clockwise

Aline has over 24 years’ experience in hospitality and tourism, across six different countries. She has applied this expertise to the serviced offices sector and considers happiness to be the marker of success, striving to make the most of her time and the people around her.

2ALISON ETTRIDGE CEO, Stratigens

Alison has spent over 20 years in the world of people and talent – from her first job in executive recruitment, to talent research and intelligence, where she spotted the opportunity for Stratigens, bridging the gap between strategy and execution with data.

3CHARLOTTE VICK Relationship manager, Principality

Charlotte has extensive experience providing funding to property developers and investors, and currently manages relationships with over 50 commercial lending clients. She joined Principality as part of the Welsh Financial Services Graduate Programme, gaining experience with multiple employers in Cardiff’s financial services sector.

4CHRIS LEEKE

Managing director, Hensol Castle Distillery

Chris has a wide range of experience across manufacturing, retail, hospitality, property and IT. Hensol Castle Distillery produces a range of awardwinning gins, offers a visitor experience, and operates as a contract manufacturer for a number of spirits brands from around the world.

5IMTAYAZ QASSIM Founder, Imtayaz Qassim Studio

Imtayaz is a designer, creative director and visual storyteller. With a BA and MA in fashion design, he has been working in the industry for 11 years, carving his own path that led to setting up his private design studio on the coast in Barry.

6JULIE WARREN Marketing director, Propel Finance

Julie has almost 40 years of experience working in the financial services sector, having spent 30 years in roles at Barclays Banks PLC. She has emerged as one of the leading direct sales and marketing consultants for UK commercial financial services companies.

7MANDY POWELL Founder and CEO, The Goodwash

Mandy sketched her initial idea on a Post-it Note five years ago and has since grown Goodwash into a profitable business, valued over 1.2 million. Mandy is an ex-Welsh International athlete and has over 11 years’ experience at Pfizer, as business and marketing director.

8TIM PRICE General manager, Toyota

Tim has over 20 years’ experience in the automotive industry. In that time, he has won several awards ranging from dealership of the year, general manager of the year, most profitable dealership, and for delivering an outstanding customer experience.

THE FINALISTS

ARTS & CREATIVE

Sponsored by Genero

BENGO MEDIA is an audio production company specialising in podcasts, radio programmes and audiobooks. bengomedia.com | @bengomedia

CANDY JAR BOOKS is an independent book publisher and has a passion for discovering new authors and offering fresh perspectives on classic genres. candyjarbooks.co.uk | @candy_jar

CARTA & WOOD has a sustainable focus and specialises in paper art, installations, event decor and set design.

cartaandwood.com | @cartaandwood

DIMENSIONAL ART offers handmade cards, prints and gifts created from original illustrations drawn by Natalie Bolan in Barry. dimensionalart.co.uk | @dimensionaluk

E&W COUTURE designs and manufactures alternative bridal-wear and has high ethical and sustainability values at the core of the business.

eandwcouture.co.uk | @eandwcouture

GEMMA GRIFFITHS PHOTOGRAPHY specialises in personal branding, headshot and business shoots, and outdoor family photoshoots. gemmagriffithsphotography.co.uk |

@gemmagriffithsphotography

HIJINX THEATRE creates professional and participatory opportunities for learningdisabled people in the arts. hijinx.org.uk | @hijinxtheatre

REAL SFX provides a full range of high-quality SFX for TV and Film, nationally and internationally. realsfx.com | @realsfx

SHERMAN THEATRE is a producing house which creates and curates exceptional theatre for the people of Cardiff.

shermantheatre.co.uk | @shermantheatre

TINY WIZARD STUDIO produces magical animated videos that differentiate brands and boost campaign performance.

tinywizardstudio.com | @tinywizstudio

BAR

THE ALCHEMIST BAR AND RESTAURANTS is a creative cocktail bar and masters in the dark arts of molecular mixology. thealchemist.uk.com | @thealchemistuk

CRAFT REPUBLIC is an independent craft beer, cocktail and wine bar and shop located in the heart of Barry. wearecraftrepublic.co.uk | @wearecraftrep

FLIGHT CLUB takes the traditional game of darts and supercharges it for the 21st century with fast-paced and exciting multiplayer games. flightclubdarts.com/location-cardiff | @flightclubdarts

LAB 22 is a cocktail bar that’s known for its innovative drinks, local culture and hospitality. lab22cardiff.com | @lab22cardiff

NIGHTHAWKS is situated in the beautiful Castle Arcade, offering the best wines, charcuterie and grilled cheeses. @nighthawkscardiff

PENNYROYAL offers a cosy, candlelit atmosphere, serving delectable cocktails and attentive service. pennyroyalcardiff.business.site | @pennyroyalcardiff

BUSINESS SERVICES

Sponsored by Clockwise Cardiff

A&R SERVICES is a soft facilities company, providing leading commercial cleaning, security and more to businesses across Cardiff. ars-services.co.uk | @aandrcleaning

ACTIV MARKETING GROUP offers excellent digital marketing services, working with thousands of clients internationally. activmarketinggroup.com | @activmarketingg

BIZSPACE provides flexible and affordable office solutions for businesses of all sizes, including serviced offices, meeting rooms and coworking.

bizspace.co.uk/spaces/cardiff | @bizspaceuk

BUSINESS LANGUAGE SERVICES is a leading language service provider with specialist expertise in Welsh translation and interpreting. businesslanguageservices.co.uk | @bls_translation

COBALT is a premium serviced office space, offering a high-end experience in the serviced office and coworking sector.

cobalt.spaces.nexudus.com | @cobalt.space

DESIGNDOUGH builds bespoke packages based on clients needs, matching its services to enable them to grow and impact audiences. designdough.co.uk | @designdough

MORRISH & CO creates fresh photography and video for businesses, balancing artistry with corporate requirements. morrishandco.com | @frographer

ORCHARD is a communication, content and events agency, delivering global projects from its home in Wales. thinkorchard.com | @thinkorchard

STABLE works with a trusted network to transform and innovate, by embracing cloud adoption and modern working. stable.co.uk | @thestableteam

WCS AGENCY provides upscale full-service marketing for up-levelled brands. wcs.agency | @wcs_agency

CHARITY

Sponsored by Glamorgan County Cricket Club

BIGMOOSE is a Welsh mental health charity, with a mission to support people through therapy and early intervention.

bigmoosecharity.co | @bigmoosetweets

BOOMERANG CARDIFF is run by local people, helping those down on their luck to empower a better future. boomerangcardiff.org.uk

BULLIESOUT works tirelessly to create a world where bullying behaviour is recognised and dealt with effectively.

bulliesout.com | @bulliesout

CITY HOSPICE provides home-based specialist palliative care, as well as counselling and support services. cityhospice.org.uk | @cityhospice

DREAMS AND WISHES is a 100% volunteer run charity that grants the wishes of seriously ill children and their families.

dreamsandwishescharity.org | @dreamswishesorg

HIJINX THEATRE creates professional and participatory opportunities for learning-disabled people in the arts. hijinx.org.uk | @hijinxtheatre

OASIS CARDIFF supports asylum seekers and refugees, offering a warm, Welsh welcome to people seeking sanctuary from around the world. oasiscardiff.org| @oasiscdf

TENOVUS CANCER CARE provides practical and emotional support to help people and their loved ones live well with cancer.

tenovuscancercare.org.uk | @tenovuscancer

TŶ HAFAN provides free care and support for children living with life-shortening conditions and their families across Wales. tyhafan.org | @tyhafan

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CIVIC

Sponsored by Cardiff Life

CARDIFF STUDENTS’ UNION is a dynamic and innovative environment that enhances the experience of Cardiff University students. cardiffstudents.com | @cardiffstudents

CARDIFF THEATRE CAFE is a communitybased volunteer led safe space, for people of all backgrounds to celebrate theatre.

@cardiff_theatre

FOR CARDIFF represents businesses in Cardiff city centre by delivering projects, campaigns and events that enhance Wales’s capital. forcardiff.com | @for_cardiff

GRANGETOWN BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB is a youth and community centre with a wide range of provisions for all ages with everything free of charge to everybody. grangetownboysgirlsclub.org

MATICO creates striking interiors and sustainable jewellery using the offcuts of Ghanian fabrics, which helps to fund education to children in Ghana.

maticostudio.com | @maticostudio

MEDIA ACADEMY CYMRU is an educational non-profit organisation, supporting children and young people to achieve their potential.

mediaacademycymru.wales | @maccymru

MINTY’S GIG GUIDE provides comprehensive and inclusive fan-led event information for everyone in Cardiff.

mintysgigguide.wales | @mintysgigguide

NORWEGIAN CHURCH ARTS CENTRE embodies creativity as a hospitality, live events, exhibition and wedding venue in Cardiff Bay. norwegianchurchcardiff.com | @norwegianchurch

OGI is an internet company with a mission to bring ultrafast, ultra-reliable connectivity to the nation.

ogi.wales | @ogiwales

PINK KIWI shares love through delicious food and kind words, and oozes with enthusiasm, positivity and good vibes.

@pinkkiwicardiff

THE QUEER EMPORIUM brings together local LGBTQ+ markers, businesses and artists to provide an alternative for customers wanting to support the community.

queeremporium.co.uk | @thequeeremporiu

EDUCATION

Sponsored by Bupa Dental Care

CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY delivers professionally recognised degrees, together with impactful research and innovation, business and management, and education. cardiffmet.ac.uk | @cardiffmet

INTERNATIONAL MUSIC SCHOOL

CARDIFF offers music tuition in not only classical instruments but also rock and pop, jazz and music theory. imscardiff.co.uk | @imscardiff

KIP MCGRATH WHITCHURCH CARDIFFWEST is a tuition centre providing bespoke education packages in maths and English to children aged 6-16. kipmcgrath.co.uk/cardiff-west | @kipcardiff

MEDIA ACADEMY CYMRU is an educational non-profit organisation, supporting children and young people to achieve their potential. mediaacademycymru.wales | @maccymru

NESTLINGS NURSERY is an early year’s day nursery providing high quality care and outstanding education for children aged 0-8 years. nestlingsnursery.co.uk | @nestlingsnursery

SPARKLAB CYMRU provides science education for toddlers to teens, sparking curiosity in the next generation of scientists. sparklabcyrmu.co.uk | @sparklabc

ST JOHN’S COLLEGE is a co-educational independent school, educating young people from nursery to sixth form and choir school to Cardiff Metropolitan Cathedral. stjohnscollegecardiff.com | @sjccardiff

WESTBOURNE SCHOOL provides innovative and outstanding education for children aged 2-18, with unrivalled outcomes. westbourneschool.com | @westbournes

EVENT

AFANTI EVENTS specialises in creating popular, relatable and regional content that reaches out to a wide and diverse audience. afantimedia.tv | @afantimedia

CARDIFF CITY FOOTBALL CLUB is the pride of the capital city of Wales and compete from Cardiff City Stadium, the home of Welsh football. cardiffcityfc.co.uk | @cardiffcityfc

CHILD FRIENDLY CARDIFF strives to make Cardiff a child friendly City, where the rights of children and young people are respected by all. childfriendlycardiff.co.uk | @childfriendlyc1

CITY OF ARCADES WEEK is a brand created by FOR Cardiff to promote Cardiff’s seven historic arcades as the city’s unique-selling-point. thecityofarcades.com | @cityofarcades_

IRIS PRIZE FESTIVAL shares LGBTQ+ film at its annual festival, awards the world’s largest short film prize and challenges discrimination. irisprize.org | @irisprize

PRIDE IN ROATH is a volunteer led event that incorporates and celebrates diversity and inclusion.

@standrewscoffee

THE QUEER EMPORIUM brings together local LGBTQ+ markers, businesses and artists to provide an alternative for customers wanting to support the community. queeremporium.co.uk | @thequeeremporiu

TAFWYL is a festival celebrating the Welsh language, arts and culture, and is a part of the core work of the charity, Menter Caerdydd.

tafwyl.cymru | @tafwyl

FINANCIAL

MONMOUTHSHIRE BUILDING SOCIETY provides a range of mortgage and savings products, from insurance, financial planning, legal services and funeral plans. monbs.com | @monmouthshireBS

PENGUIN is an innovator in the field of financial advice and wealth management, guiding families and individuals to financial freedom. penguinwealth.com | @penguinwm

PROPEL FINANCE is an asset finance lender, helping more than 45,000 businesses access finance to acquire equipment quickly and easily. propelfinance.co.uk | @propelfinance

RWB WEALTH provides financial advice, specialising in pensions, investments, corporate advice, insurance and mortgages. rwbwealth.com | @rwbwealth

HAIR & BEAUTY

CREAR HAIR & BEAUTY strives to enhance women’s natural beauty through a bespoke and attentive service.

crearhairandbeauty.co.uk |@crearhairandbeauty

CREATE SALON is an innovative salon with a mission to make positive changes in its local community and deliver high standard services. createsalon.co.uk | @createsalon_

DR KATHRYN AESTHETICS AND SKINCARE brings together many years of clinical expertise and state-of-the-art aesthetic treatments.

drkathrynaesthetics.co.uk | @dr_kathryn

JOSH LEE HAIR sets new standards in affordable luxury and cutting-edge style, offering local friendliness and great prices. @joshleehair

KEEP THE FAITH SOCIAL CLUB is the first of its kind self-care studio, offering unique services including tattoos and hair styling.

keepthefaithsocialclub.com | @keepthefaithsc

MILK + BLUSH is the first brand to launch full head set of clip-ins, followed shortly by tape-in hair extensions.

milkandblush.com | @milkandblush

THE WELSH FACIALIST offers results-driven, bespoke luxury sculpting skin treatments and face workouts.

thewelshfacialist.com | @thewelshfacialist

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HEALTH & WELLBEING

Sponsored by Safehands Recruitment

BUPA DENTAL CARE is a leading provider of NHS and private dental services, dedicated to giving patients better smiles and better health. bupa.co.uk/dental/dental-care | @bupadentalcare

HAVANA PEOPLE SALSA inspires adults to learn to dance, encouraging social connections and a healthy lifestyle. havanapeoplesalsa.co.uk | @havanapeople

THE LAGUNA HEALTH & SPA prides itself on the array of services on offer, from fitness goals in the state-of-the-art gym, to a pamper in the luxury spa.

lagunahealthandspa.com | @lagunahealthandspa

LUSH SPA CARDIFF is renowned for its values and ethics, encouraging customers to leave the world lusher than they found it. lush.com

OASIS CARDIFF supports asylum seekers and refugees, offering a warm, Welsh welcome to people seeking sanctuary from around the world. oasiscardiff.org| @oasiscdf

PENARTH PHYSIOTHERAPY PRACTICE & PILATES STUDIO offers evidence-based intervention for pain and injury including assessment, diagnosis and treatment. penarthphysiotherapy.com | @pppphysio

SARAH ALEX CARTER WELLBEING COACHING supports staff in education struggling with stress and the aftereffects of the pandemic to prioritise their wellbeing. sarahalexcarter.com | @iamsarahalexcarter

TENOVUS CANCER CARE provides practical and emotional support to help people and their loved ones live well with cancer. tenovuscancercare.org.uk | @tenovuscancer

THE TIDY KITCHEN COMPANY is a nourish focused catering company specialising in sustainable whole foods and nutritious menus. thetidykitchencompany.com | @thetidykitchenco

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HOMES & INTERIORS

CURATING CALM focuses on creating joyful interiors which promote wellbeing and sustainability in day-to-day life. curatingcalm.org | @curating_calm

ELEMENTI CUCINA offers luxury tailor made kitchens, bathrooms, furniture and interior design. elementicucina.com | @elementi_cucina

HYGGE & CWTCH DESIGN STUDIO creates home and garden designs for simple and beautiful living, inspired by a Scandi aesthetic. hyggeandcwtch.com | @hyggeandcwtchstudio

MY WINDOW CLEANER CARDIFF CITY AND THE VALE is a professional, reliable, and trustworthy business that sets standards in the window cleaning sector. mywindowcleaner.co.uk | @mywindowcleanercardiffcityvale

STUDIO SEVERN DESIGN makes exciting spaces, specialising in bars, restaurants and hotels, and creating memorable environments within the hospitality industry. severn.design | @studiosevern

THE TAP END has a passion for creating beautiful spaces which sets it apart from other bathroom stores. thetapend.design | @thetapenddesign

LEGAL

Sponsored by Cardiff Property Awards

ALUN JONES FAMILY LAW is a boutique family law practice, specialising in divorce, finances, children disputes and separation. ajonesfamilylaw.com | @ajfamilylaw

HOWELLS SOLICITORS is a multidisciplined law firm providing a comprehensive range of business and personal legal services. howellslegal.co.uk | @howellslegal

MARTYN PROWEL GARTSIDES

SOLICITORS provides a wide range of legal services, from family law to property conveyancing. mpgsolicitors.co.uk | @martyn_prowel

NTITLE is a title investigation outsourcing company assisting busy conveyancing firms across the UK. ntitlesolutions.com

ROBERTSONS SOLICITORS is a full-service legal practice serving family and commercial clients in Cardiff. robsols.co.uk | @robertsonslegal

LEISURE & TOURISM

Sponsored by Cardiff City Football Club

CARDIFF WINE PASSPORT is a novel way to explore independent bars and restaurants by swapping stamps for wine ‘flights’. cardiffwinepassport.co.uk | @cdfwinepassport

CLAYTON HOTEL CARDIFF is situated in the hub of the city and is between some of Cardiff’s most iconic sights. claytonhotelcardiff.com | @clayton_cardiff

DARK WALES TOURS conduct history and ghost tours around various sites in Wales including St Fagans National Museum of History. darkwalestours.co.uk | @darkwales

NORWEGIAN CHURCH ARTS CENTRE embodies creativity as a hospitality, live events, exhibition and wedding venue in Cardiff Bay. norwegianchurchcardiff.com | @norwegianchurch

PARK PLAZA is renowned for creating memorable moments through its service, stylish guest rooms and versatile meeting facilities. parkplazacardiff.com | @parkplazacardif

THE PARKGATE HOTEL is Cardiff’s new luxury hotel, with exceptional facilities including a rooftop spa and Michelin-listed restaurant. theparkgatehotel.wales | @parkgatehotel

VOCO ST. DAVID’S delivers unparalleled luxury and is recognised locally, nationally and internationally. stdavids.vocohotels.com | @vocostdavids

NEW BUSINESS

Sponsored by 13Fields

CARDIFF WINE PASSPORT is a novel way to explore independent bars and restaurants by swapping stamps for wine ‘flights’. cardiffwinepassport.co.uk | @cdfwinepassport

CARTA & WOOD

specialises in paper art, installations, event decor and set design. cartaandwood.com | @cartaandwood

CORA serves up a taster menu of top-quality British produce, fully prepared and cooked by Lee Skeet. bones-entertainment.com/collections/cora | @corarestcardiff

THE CORP MARKET

community hub and events space containing a café bar and 11 independent Welsh traders. corpmarket.co.uk | @corpmarketcdf

INSPIREGREEN

energy products such as solar, heat pumps and EV charging to both commercial and residential customers. inspiregreen.co.uk | @getinspiregreen

MY WINDOW CLEANER CARDIFF CITY

AND THE VALE is a professional, reliable, and trustworthy business that sets standards in the window cleaning sector. mywindowcleaner.co.uk |

We hope you’re enjoying this evening!

If there’s anything you need, please ask a member of our team

PEOPLE SERVICES

CARDIFF YOUNG PROFESSIONALS provides a forum for young professionals to network, connect and grow with other likeminded individuals. linktr.ee/cardiffyoungprofessionals | @cardiffyoungprofessionals

G2 RECRUITMENT is a consultancy within the science, technology and engineering sectors in both contract and permanent recruitment. g2recruitment.com | @g2recruitment

HOOP RECRUITMENT works with a selection of public, private and third sector clients with a mission to change the perception of recruitment. hooprecruitment.co.uk | @hooprecruitment

SARAH ALEX CARTER WELLBEING

COACHING supports staff in education struggling with stress and the aftereffects of the pandemic to prioritise their wellbeing. sarahalexcarter.com | @iamsarahalexcarter

SCREEN ALLIANCE WALES is a not-forprofit organisation created to open the doors of the TV industry to as many people across Wales as possible.

screenalliancewales.com | @screenalliancew

PROPERTY

Sponsored by Park Plaza

CLOCKWISE CARDIFF provides contemporary private offices, shared workspaces and meeting rooms with flexible membership plans.

work-clockwise.com/locations/Cardiff | @workclockwise

DESIGN MANAGEMENT PARTNERSHIP is a team of architects, interior designers and project managers, working in the leisure and healthcare industries.

designmanagementpartnership.com | @dmp_cardiff

HOWELLS SOLICITORS is an established multi-disciplined law firm providing a comprehensive range of business and personal legal services.

howellslegal.co.uk | @howellslegal

KEW PLANNING provides professional advice on site acquisition, planning strategies, preparation of planning applications and appeals.

kewplanning.co.uk | @kewplanning

MODE CONSULT is a project management and quantity surveying construction consultancy with a goal of improving the construction industry. modeconsult.com | @modeconsult

BEAUTIFUL BATHROOMS

...and THE TAP END BATHROOMS designers who created them!

It is no secret that this team love a bathroom. It is their unrivalled passion for creating beautiful spaces that sets them apart from other bathroom stores. A bathroom is not just another room; it is a space that requires careful planning and consideration so that you can relax after a hard day at work, wash away your worries or prepare for the day ahead... so with all of that in mind, lets see what they have been creating.

“Sometimes you get a client who has exactly the same personal taste as you, and that is what this project was for me. I loved working with my clients to create a calming, serene master ensuite, with a huge walk in shower and touches of black for contrast. The room had a complete reconfiguration and now looks spacious and bright but cosy at the same time, perfect for walking up bright and early as well as winding down before bed.”

Joanna Prosser, designer

“This project was a pleasure to work on; from the tile selection to the placement of the ambient lighting, I wanted the overall results to be pretty and feminine. The quality of the goods in this room are second to none and the textured exterior of the bath looks amazing in the evening with the up-lights. Little details like the dark legs on the vanity add a touch of contrast, and the shape of the mirror works with the shape of the window for consistency. I have done a number of rooms for this client; it is always an honour to be asked to help with an important space such as a master en suite. I always try and give my clients what they want, but with a few unexpected elements and design touches that they would not have though of themselves.”

Zoe Curtis, designer

“I love what I do so much because of the diversity in client briefs and project needs. The brief for this project was to turn a cloakroom into a shower room, and do so in a traditional style. Working with small spaces is my niche, I absolutely love wowing clients with what is possible, even in a tiny space! I specified soft greens and neutral tones for this room, and designed in the arched tile detail behind the arch mirror for some interest. Even tiny spaces deserve a bit of design love!”

Justine Bullock, co creator and designer

You can read reviews, all from genuine clients, via our Houzz account, Facebook and Google. We pride ourselves on our service and products and are always thrilled to hear from clients about their experience. If you are embarking on a bathroom project, we would love to hear all about it, contact us in store to see if we may be the right fit for you. n

“When my clients explained to me that they wanted an open-plan en suite into their bedroom, I knew that I could create something special for them. Rather than having everything completely open-plan and on show, I designed two walls where I housed a double basin on one and a radiator on the other, I then joined the two partitions with glass shelves, which can be used for decorative items. Behind the walls is the WC which is concealed from the rest of the room for privacy. I would say this layout is more ‘broken plan’ than open-plan, and I am thrilled with the results.”

Daniella Fantini-Griffiths, designer

The Tap End, 57 Llantrisant Road, Pontyclun, CF72 9DP 01443 449056; www.thetapend.design f thetapend  thetapend.design

RESTAURANT

THE ALCHEMIST BAR AND RESTAURANTS is a creative cocktail bar and masters in the dark arts of molecular mixology. thealchemist.uk.com | @thealchemistuk

CORA serves up a taster menu of top-quality British produce, fully prepared and cooked by Lee Skeet. bones-entertainment.com/collections/cora | @corarestcardiff

FAT HIPPO specialises in quality ingredients, quirky flavours and ‘good old fashioned, roll up your sleeves and get it all over your face’ food. fathippo.co.uk | @fathippofood

FORAGE FARM SHOP & KITCHEN is a butchery, shop and restaurant, championing local and seasonal produce. foragefarmshop.co.uk | @foragefarmshop

HEANEYS CARDIFF brings a relaxed and accessible dining experience, serving the freshest local ingredients and best quality produce. heaneyscardiff.co.uk | @heaneyscardiff

HOLM HOUSE HOTEL is a destination restaurant tucked away inside one the city’s most well-loved and unique locations, Holm House. holmhousehotel.com

MATSUDAI RAMEN is a purveyor of proper, no-corners-cut ramen, delivering kits all over the UK and opening Wales’ first ramen restaurant. matsudai.co.uk | @matsudairamen

RETAIL

ANNE MORGAN JEWELLERY is a gallery that has a reputation for curating, exhibiting, and championing handmade works by leading jewellery designers.

annemorganjewellery.com | @morganjewellery

THE BOX EDIT BOUTIQUE has a passion for shopping local and supporting independents, and offers an alternative to chain store shopping. boxeditboutique.co.uk

THE BROGUE TRADER retails fine footwear and specialises in handmade British products and delivering exceptional customer service. thebroguetrader.com | @broguetrader_

CARDIFF FARMERS MARKET is a weekly farmers market that creates spaces for the community to connect over good food. riversidemarket.org.uk | @cdffarmersmkts

CURATED MAKERS is a retail platform that champions local makers and artists by hosting unique and convenient high-street shopping experiences. curatedmakers.co.uk

DIMENSIONAL ART offers handmade cards, prints and gifts created from original illustrations drawn by Natalie Bolan in Barry. dimensionalart.co.uk | @dimensionaluk

ELIZA ELIZA offers sustainably conscious bags and accessories, with the intent to raise awareness and start conversations. elizaelizauk.com | @elizaelizauk

GRIFFIN BOOKS is an independent bookshop offering a wide range of books and gifts for all ages and interests.

griffinbooksonline.co.uk | @griffinbooksuk

LEEKES RETAIL offers a choice of furniture for every room in the house, from kitchens to bathrooms, with a unique experience of in store shopping. leekes.co.uk | @leekesltd

MISA HARADA MILLINERY designs and creates hats for ready-to-wear and hat hire, and are sold internationally and in over 100 retail stores.

misaharada.com | @misaharada

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SUSTAINABILITY

Sponsored by Lexus Cardiff

CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY delivers professionally recognised degrees, together with impactful research and innovation, business and management, and education. cardiffmet.ac.uk | @cardiffmet

CLAYTON HOTEL CARDIFF is situated in the hub of the city and is between some of Cardiff’s most iconic sights. claytonhotelcardiff.com | @clayton_cardiff

CLOCKWISE CARDIFF provides contemporary private offices, shared workspaces and meeting rooms with flexible membership plans.

work-clockwise.com/locations/Cardiff | @workclockwise

CREATE SALON is a sustainable salon in with a mission to make positive changes in their local community and deliver high standard services. createsalon.co.uk

E&W COUTURE designs and manufactures alternative bridal-wear and has high ethical and sustainability values at the core of the business. eandwcouture.co.uk

FORAGE FARM SHOP & KITCHEN is a butchery, shop and restaurant championing local and seasonal produce. foragefarmshop.co.uk | @foragefarmshop

INSPIREGREEN provides renewable energy products such as solar, heat pumps and EV charging to both commercial and residential customers. inspiregreen.co.uk | @getinspiregreen

LLÊN STUDIO creates sustainable clothes, which are designed to last from carefully and consciously considered designs. llenstudio.co.uk | @llenstudio

PARK PLAZA is renowned for creating memorable moments through its service, stylish guest rooms and versatile meeting facilities. parkplazacardiff.com | @parkplazacardif

SIOP SERO is a not-for-profit zero waste store aimed at reducing single use plastic, supporting local suppliers and the community. siopsero.com | @siopsero

SOMETHING BORROWED is an online wedding fashion rental business that offers bridal, bridesmaid and wedding accessories for hire. somethingborrowedrent.co.uk

TOTM is shaking up the period care industry for good by inspiring better, more sustainable ways to manage periods. totm.com | @totmorganic

TECHNOLOGY

Sponsored by EntreConf

ACCORDION INNOVATION

lets you control the duration of content and dynamically re-versions it to get the level of detail you need.

accordion-innovation.com | @producerandy

BIPSYNC is a software platform to help financial organisations and professional investors manage their research. bipsync.com

OGI is an internet company with a mission to bring ultrafast, ultra-reliable connectivity to the nation.

ogi.wales | @ogiwales

PROPEL FINANCE is an asset finance lender, helping more than 45,000 businesses access finance to acquire equipment quickly and easily. propelfinance.co.uk | @propelfinance

WALES INTERACTIVE is a video games and interactive movie developer and publisher with an aim to create original titles that entertain the world.

walesinteractive.com | @walesinter

WESTBOURNE SCHOOL provides innovative and outstanding education for children aged 2-18, with unrivalled outcomes. westbourneschool.com | @westbournes

WELSH LANGUAGE

Sponsored by Cardiff Rugby

BUSINESS LANGUAGE SERVICES is a leading language service provider with specialist expertise in Welsh translation and interpreting. businesslanguageservices.co.uk | @bls_translation

CRAFTED ARTS makes and personalises

sterling silver jewellery and offers a bespoke service to customers.

craftedarts.co.uk | @craftedartsbygemma

SHERMAN THEATRE is a producing house which creates and curates exceptional theatre for the people of Cardiff. shermantheatre.co.uk | @shermantheatre

TAFWYL is a festival celebrating the Welsh language, arts and culture, and is a part of the core work of the charity, Menter Caerdydd. tafwyl.cymru | @tafwyl

WALES INTERACTIVE is a video games and interactive movie developer and publisher with an aim to create original titles that entertain the world.

walesinteractive.com | @walesinter

SPONSORS

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

13FIELDS is a specialist accredited consultancy recognised across the whole of EMEA for specifi c technology skills.

www.13fi elds.co.uk | @13fi eldsuk

BUPA DENTAL CARE

is a leading provider of NHS and private dental services, dedicated to giving patients better smiles and better health.

www.bupa.co.uk/dental/dental-care | @bupadentalcare

CARDIFF CITY FOOTBALL CLUB

is the pride of the capital city of Wales. The Bluebirds, who compete in the EFL Championship, play from Cardiff City Stadium.

www.cardiff cityfc.co.uk | @cardiff cityfc

CARDIFF LIFE delivers eye-catching design and engaging editorial to create a much-loved magazine covering the very best of life in Cardiff in all its many guises.

www.mediaclash.co.uk | @cardiffl ifemag

CARDIFF PROPERTY AWARDS celebrates the best of Cardiff ’s dynamic property

sector. From residential to commercial, from lettings to new builds, Cardiff simply teems with clever property companies shaping our city’s destiny.

www.cardiff propertyawards.co.uk | @cardiff propawds

CARDIFF RUGBY have produced some of the world’s best players and a record number of British & Irish Lions. Located at the renowned Cardiff Arms Park, located adjacent to Wales’s Principality Stadium in central Cardiff .

www.cardiff rugby.wales | @cardiff _rugby

CLOCKWISE

CARDIFF provides contemporary private offi ces, shared workspaces and meeting rooms with fl exible membership plans.

www.work-clockwise.com/locations/Cardiff | @workclockwise

CRUMBS provides a little slice of foodie heaven and voice for the hospitality trade. Crumbs supports all things food and drink throughout Bristol, Bath, Cardiff and Exeter.

www.crumbsmag.com | @crumbsmag

ENTRECONF is the event for the entrepreneurs and change makers. Combining inspiration and practical advice, it brings together entrepreneurs and advisers, brokering dynamic and valuable new business relationships.

www.entreconf.com | @entre_conf

GENERO creates quality event solutions specialising in AV and multimedia production, exhibition and set design, event services and corporate hospitality.

www.genero-productions.co.uk | @generogroup

GLAMORGAN COUNTY CRICKET

CLUB is based in the heart of Cardiff at the Sophia Gardens stadium. Glamorgan Cricket is the only fi rst-class cricket county in Wales, and proudly represents the whole of the country.

www.glamorgancricket.com | @glamcricket

LEXUS CARDIFF is a state-of-the-art Lexus Centre, designed to off er new and existing Lexus owners the opportunity to experience amazing.

www.lexus.co.uk/cardiff | @lexuscardiff

PARK PLAZA is a hotel perfectly located in the heart of Cardiff city centre. Home to the prestigious Laguna Kitchen & Bar and luxurious Laguna Health & Spa.

www.parkplazacardiff .com | @parkplazacardif

SAFEHANDS

RECRUITMENT is a leading recruitment business into the healthcare sector and is passionate about serving the industry, caring immensely about the wellbeing of both patients and staff .

www.safehandsrecruitment.co.uk | @uksafehands

FEATURE SPONSORS

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SILVER SPONSORS

ê Alun Jones Family Law

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ê Keep The Faith Social Club

ê Propel Finance

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