Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc., part of the Nemetschek Group, is thrilled to announce it has acquired Morpholio, developer of the award-winning Morpholio Trace, Morpholio Board, and Morpholio Journal apps for iPad and iPhone. This marks a significant step forward in a shared mission to empower architects, interior designers, and other creative professionals with intuitive, customer-led tools that support the entire design process, from early concepts and sketching through documentation and delivery.
The acquisition formalizes a relationship that has grown over years of collaboration between the Vectorworks and Morpholio teams, including work to advance connectivity between Morpholio apps and Vectorworks Cloud Services. By joining forces as one team, Vectorworks and Morpholio unite complementary strengths: powerful, design-centric BIM and CAD on the desktop with intuitive mobile sketching, mark-up, moodboarding, and journaling on Apple devices.
"We are thrilled to welcome Morpholio to the Vectorworks portfolio," said Vectorworks CEO Jason Pletcher. "Morpholio shares our belief that software should enhance designers’ creativity, not hinder it. By combining Vectorworks' CAD and BIM platform with Morpholio's expertise in mobile sketching and presentation, we are strengthening our foundation and expanding what our tools can do together, so customers gain even more freedom, confidence, and creative control in their workflows."
The founders and team members of Morpholio, architects and designers with a strong passion for creativity and quality design, will join the Vectorworks team. With Vectorworks' resources, scale, and commitment to innovation, the Morpholio apps will advance even more rapidly, evolving and expanding as a strategic, fully supported part of the Vectorworks product lineup, so designers experience continuous improvements and new capabilities in the tools they already love.
“This partnership allows us to put the best of mobile together with the best of desktop and create opportunities for designers to bring the unique magic of drawing to more parts of their process,” said Morpholio Co-Founder Mark Collins. “In the years ahead, we see an opportunity to support a richer design experience where sketches, markups, BIM, and AI work seamlessly together. That’s how we unlock new creative superpowers without losing the soul of design.”
Building on existing AI capabilities in Vectorworks, Morpholio brings additional production-ready AI features and a clear roadmap for human-driven AI workflows in sketching, moodboarding, and presentation.
Morpholio Trace is widely regarded as an all-in-one drawing and design app for architects and designers, offering scale-aware sketching, layers, markup, and presentation-ready imagery that pair naturally with Vectorworks models and drawings. Morpholio Board serves interior designers and stylists with powerful moodboarding, product curation, and presentation tools that turn inspiration into polished client-ready deliverables. Morpholio Journal provides a flexible digital sketchbook and notebook, giving designers a place to capture ideas, notes, and visuals anywhere, then bring that thinking back into their broader project workflows.
“Over the past decade, the iPad and Apple Pencil have sparked a creative renaissance for architects and designers,” said Morpholio Co-Founder Anna Kenoff. “Morpholio was founded with the vision to help define that era. While that has been an incredible beginning, we’re now ready to lead the design industry into its next creative technology revolution.”
With Morpholio now part of the Vectorworks product lineup, customers will gain a more seamless bridge between ideation and execution, enabling them to sketch, iterate, and communicate on mobile devices while staying closely connected to their Vectorworks design files and documentation. The combination reinforces Vectorworks’ dedication to design freedom and delivering tools that are thoughtfully created for the way designers truly think and work.
For existing Morpholio users, day-to-day use of the apps remains unchanged, and customers can continue to subscribe to Morpholio Trace, Board, and Journal through the Apple App Store. Vectorworks also plans to introduce new offerings designed for larger offices collaborating across devices in Morpholio Trace and Board.
“As part of the Nemetschek Group, Vectorworks’ acquisition of Morpholio is an important step in our strategy to deliver intelligent, connected, open solutions for customers across AEC brands,” said Sunil Pandita, Chief Division Officer Planning & Design, and CEO of Allplan. “Over time, we see a strong potential to expand Morpholio’s mobile sketching and presentation capabilities available to designers working in a multitude of Nemetschek applications, so more of our customers can benefit from cognitive, richer, and cohesive workflows from concept through construction.”
As Vectorworks and Morpholio move forward as one team, customers can expect ongoing investment in the Morpholio app portfolio, deeper integrations with Vectorworks products, and an expanding ecosystem of tools that honor the craft of design while unlocking new efficiencies and limitless design possibilities.
“I believe strongly that joining forces is not an additive operation—it’s a multiplier,” said Morpholio Co-Founder Toru Hasegawa. “Vectorworks and Morpholio coming together is not simply a sum of capabilities, but the start of a multidimensional expansion of initiatives, reach, and long-term value.”
About Vectorworks
Exceptional design demands exceptional tools - a platform built to deliver absolute creative expression and maximum efficiency. Vectorworks believe your design software should offer the freedom to follow your imagination wherever it may lead you, to seamlessly share your vision at any phase, and to easily interpret the information needed to make the smartest decisions every time.
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Vispring, the renowned British luxury bed manufacturer, proudly marks its milestone 125th Anniversary in 2026, celebrating more than a century of craftsmanship, innovation, and uncompromising comfort.
Since introducing the pocket sprung mattress in London in 1901, Vispring has remained at the forefront of luxury bedmaking. Based in Plymouth, Devon since 1970, each bed is meticulously handcrafted by skilled artisans. Vispring now sells to 65 countries globally and is the benchmark for bespoke, handcrafted beds, distinguished by its use of the finest natural materials and an unwavering commitment to British manufacturing excellence.
Discussing the milestone anniversary, Martin Gill, Managing Director of Vispring, states: “This year, we celebrate a remarkable milestone at Vispring: our 125th anniversary. It’s a moment of real pride for me personally, and one that belongs to far more than just the brand. It belongs to the global community of people who have shaped Vispring over the years - our craftspeople, colleagues, suppliers, retail partners, and, of course, our customers who welcome Vispring into their homes.”
He continues: “As we look ahead, our ambition is clear: to bring exceptional sleep to more homes around the world, while staying true to who we are and what has always set us apart. Thank you to everyone who has played a part in reaching this extraordinary anniversary. I am excited for what lies ahead and grateful to share the journey with you. Here’s to the future of Vispring, and all that is still to come.”
From the very beginning, Vispring has stood for one simple belief: that how the world sleeps truly matters. Vispring has always believed a bed is far more than a place to rest. It is the heart of the home - a place of restoration, connection, memory, and sanctuary. Vispring has a rich heritage rooted in British craftsmanship, quality, and innovation. Its founders revolutionised the bedding industry with a design that continues to set the standard for luxury mattresses around the world.
The Vispring story began in 1899 with James Marshall, an English engineer living in Canada. Seeking to ease his wife’s discomfort during a period of illness, Marshall set out to create a mattress that would provide superior comfort and support, a deeply personal act of love.
Traditional mattresses used interconnected springs, but Marshall’s innovation was the pocket spring, with each spring encased in its own fabric pouch. This allowed for more individual contouring and support, leading to a more comfortable sleep for his wife. This single innovation transformed sleep around the world, and it continues to inspire everything the brand does today.
125 years later, the same dedication to innovation and unparalleled comfort remain at the heart of the brand. Each Vispring bed is still crafted using time-honoured techniques, the finest natural materials, and meticulous attention to detail. This enduring commitment to comfort, innovation, and craftsmanship continues to define Vispring’s bespoke approach, ensuring each mattress delivers the same exceptional standard.
Vispring is a brand built on a legacy of outstanding craftsmanship. The Vispring recipe and manufacturing process have remained largely unchanged throughout its 125-year history, and the brand continues to set the standard for bespoke, handcrafted beds.
Every Vispring bed is handmade to order at its factory in Plymouth. Today, almost 200 craftspeople continue the brand legacy. Its artisans have followed the same time-honoured technique since its launch in 1901 to create a truly bespoke product to suit every need. The brand’s rich heritage of craftsmanship ensures that the knowledge and dedication to sleep quality are meticulously handed down through generations of expertise.
Vispring's craftspeople use the traditional method of hand side stitching, a craft skill that has been passed down through generations and can take up to 8 hours for one mattress, giving superior strength and stability.
Vispring is one of the only remaining UK manufacturers to make its own springs, each one sewn into individual calico pockets and hand nested, using natural twine. This method ensures the springs are responsive to every movement. The result is a rare balance of precision and artistry - products designed not only to endure, but to become better with time. At its core, Vispring is more than a brand; it is a community built on care, craftsmanship, and pride in doing things the right way.
Vispring is committed to using only the finest components, meticulously curated for unparalleled quality. Only the finest, natural materials fill each Vispring mattress, including British wool, Real Shetland Wool, horsetail, bamboo, and cashmere. Each fibre is selected for its unique attributes that contribute to the most exquisite sensations of sleep comfort and excellence, underscoring Vispring’s commitment to sustainability.
Vispring has a rich heritage, its mattresses have graced the first-class cabins of legendary ocean liners, including The Titanic and the Queen Elizabeth II, and can be found today in the suites of the world’s most prestigious hotels, such as The Dorchester, The Pig Hotels, Beverly Hills Hotel and Dubai’s Lana Hotel.
In 2012, Vispring was honoured with the coveted Queen’s Award for Enterprise, and in 2024, the King's Award for Enterprise in International Trade, solidifying its position as the UK's largest luxury bed exporter. Today, its beds are stocked worldwide by nearly 1,000 stores, with customers in 65 countries.
About Vispring Ltd
Vispring is one of the world’s leading luxury bed brands, manufacturing in the UK since 1901. Based in Plymouth since 1970, Vispring sells to 59 countries globally and is the benchmark for handmade, bespoke, high-quality beds made using only the finest natural materials. With values of excellence and craftsmanship at its core, Vispring epitomises a distinctly British form of elegance. Their beds combine technical prowess with a bespoke approach worthy of the finest tailoring and are the international standard for comfort and sophistication. Vispring has graced the first-class cabins of legendary ocean liners – including Titanic – the suites of the world’s most luxurious hotels, including The Dorchester; and on board a Princess Yacht or Gulfstream Jet.
Timber has always had a place in bespoke design, but how it’s used continues to evolve. For 2026, wood is moving beyond cautious accents towards more immersive schemes, where grain, tone and texture shape the space as a whole. One of the clearest signs of this shift, and something you’ll spot across many current wood kitchen ideas, is the rise of “wood drenching”: wrapping cabinetry, islands and architectural elements in timber so kitchens feel cohesive, grounded and calm.
Once most closely associated with traditional classic kitchens, timber is now playing a more confident role in modern design. At Roundhouse, this renewed focus feels like a natural progression, aligning with an approach rooted in bespoke craftsmanship, architectural precision and responsibly sourced materials. Below are four contemporary ways timber is being used right now.
Fluted or ribbed timber detailing offers a refined way to introduce rhythm and depth. Typically arranged vertically, fluting draws the eye upward, subtly emphasising ceiling height while adding architectural interest without increasing the footprint of the room.
In Roundhouse’s Bulpitt project, fluted-grain feature doors are integrated into a timber-led scheme to create movement and elegance. This layered approach allows light to shift across surfaces throughout the day, adding richness while avoiding overly heavy or uniform finishes.
Texture is becoming increasingly important in timber kitchens, with designers stepping away from perfectly uniform finishes in favour of surfaces that feel more tactile and expressive. Rough-sawn cuts and open-grain timbers introduce depth and variation, allowing light and shadow to bring cabinetry to life.
When paired with clean lines, controlled palettes and considered proportions, textured timber feels refined rather than rustic. The use of rough-sawn oak in Roundhouse’s Ashbury project shows how embracing natural variation can add character while still sitting comfortably within a contemporary kitchen. For those exploring oak kitchen ideas, texture offers a way to introduce authenticity without compromising clarity.
Grain direction is a subtle detail, but one that can quietly shape the overall feel of a kitchen. When timber is run horizontally, it helps extend the space visually, encouraging cabinetry to feel cohesive rather than segmented.
This approach works particularly well with richer timbers. Walnut, specified with a horizontal grain on modern slab doors, enhances flow across open-plan layouts, as seen in Roundhouse’s Moony project. It’s a simple move that supports modern design principles: calm lines, visual continuity and a sense of ease throughout the space.
Timber kitchens don’t need to sit solely within light, neutral palettes. As confidence grows around creating more atmospheric dark kitchens, darker stains are being used to introduce depth, intimacy and presence.
Grounded in richly stained oak or walnut, darker kitchens retain the warmth timber naturally brings while creating a more enveloping mood. The key lies in layering -balancing lighting, metallic accents and tonal variation so the scheme feels intentional rather than overpowering. Roundhouse’s Munro project demonstrates how dark-stained oak can create a space that feels bold, sophisticated and timeless.
The success of every one of these projects lies in thoughtful application, ensuring the timber enhances the architecture rather than taking over. If you’re considering how timber might influence your next design, visit a Roundhouse showroom to speak to their team of expert designers.
About Roundhouse Design Ltd
Founded by architects, Roundhouse is a multi-award-winning British company, creating beautiful bespoke kitchens and furniture. Their stunning kitchen designs feature a signature understated aesthetic, influenced by contemporary and traditional design, using innovative materials, texture and colour. Each project is made to measure from a wide range of stunning finishes. Expertly crafted by skilled designers and makers in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Malvern, Worcestershire. Visit any of seven Roundhouse Design kitchen showrooms; Wigmore St, Clapham, Fulham, Richmond, Cambridge, Guildford & Cheltenham.
This year, Sofa.com celebrates two decades of British design heritage, marking 20 years of crafting meticulously made, design-led upholstered furniture in the UK. Rooted in craftsmanship, material integrity and timeless style, the brand enters its anniversary year with a renewed design direction; being marked by bold creativity, thoughtfully engineered fabrics and innovative silhouettes that respond directly to the evolving demands of interior design today.
Throughout the year, Sofa.com will reinterpret its heritage through a contemporary lens, refining its iconic forms while evolving its fabric capabilities to support both aesthetic direction and performance-driven environments. A focal point of the anniversary programme is a curated spotlight on 12 of its most recognisable designs, each reimagined in 12 new fabrics that explore colour, tactility and material expression in modern ways.
The year launched with a different take on Isla, Sofa.com’s refined drawing-room classic, introduced in the new fabric Caper Smart Velvet. Pairing luxury with resilience, Smart Velvet features a protective coating that helps prevent spills and stains from penetrating the material, allowing designers to specify fabrics with confidence in high-use settings.
Following this, Sofa.com will debut the Marco Slim, streamlined yet generous, finished in a linen-look Aquaclean Chenille designed to balance elegance and long-term practicality. Alongside these key pieces, 2026 will see a continued expansion of the brand’s accessory portfolio, including a versatile footstool in May and a Ciel desk in October.
Beyond refreshed icons, Sofa.com will further expand its fabric library and introduce recently developed designs, reinforcing its commitment to flexibility, personalisation and performance; qualities increasingly essential for designers specifying for commercial and hospitality projects, where durability, comfort and cultivated aesthetics must coexist.
Since opening its doors in 2006, Sofa.com has become a trusted partner for designers seeking craftsmanship and creative possibility. With an extensive fabric offering and a breadth of adaptable styles, the brand continues to provide design professionals with the tools to create meaningful, emotionally resonant spaces with longevity at their core.
About Sofa.com
Passionate about outstanding interiors, sofa.com offers a diverse and design led collection of made-to-order sofas, armchairs, beds, footstools and home accessories. With an extensive range of styles and over 100 fabrics to choose from, as well as the option to upholster in your own fabric, the customisable nature of sofa.com’s products make each piece easily adaptable to any interior style – perfect for interior designers and specifiers looking for stand-out pieces for upcoming projects.
Leading tile and bathroom manufacturer RAK Ceramics, which has become the go-to partner for both large and small-scale projects, has helped Yellow Door Property realise its vision for Retreat Garden, a new and exclusive development in Suffolk.
Uniquely located within the walled kitchen gardens of Lakenheath Hall, Retreat Gardens is an ambitious new-build project that takes luxury, sustainable living to new heights. Created in collaboration with London practice, Works Architecture, it consists of two architecturally stunning properties that feature a naturally beautiful, modern aesthetic.
Specialist development company Yellow Door Property selected RAK Ceramics to supply the tiles as well as all the bathroom solutions for the properties following a visit to the inspirational 7,276 sq ft RAK Ceramics Design Hub in Clerkenwell.
Paul Ashley, Owner of Yellow Door Property, said: “I’d heard great things about RAK Ceramics but even so, I was blown away by the London Design Hub. RAK Ceramics’ design team were very knowledgeable and incredibly helpful as was their specification department. The CGIs they created really helped us visualise the project.”
RAK Ceramics’ full service offering and comprehensive portfolio enabled Yellow Door Property to create beautifully cohesive designs that flowed throughout the two homes. This included freestanding RAK-Valet baths, which star in the spacious master bedroom en suites, illuminated mirrors and recessed shower niches. Vanity units, rimless wall-hung pans, basins, mixers and shower valves also feature. All the products were chosen for their quality, durability and ability to create luxurious, spa-like sanctuaries.
Also used in the bathrooms and throughout the interiors were RAK Ceramics’ Surface 2.0 concrete-effect porcelain floor tiles in Off White Matt and Cool Grey Matt. They cover around 1500sq ft of each property, which is approximately half the internal floor area. Surface 2.0 Grey Matt Outdoor tiles also feature externally, providing a visual link between the indoor and outdoor spaces.
Paul Ashley continued: “Over the years, strategic partnerships have been key to Yellow Door Property’s development, and they’ve certainly helped us realise our vision for Retreat Gardens. I have nothing but praise for RAK Ceramics’ team and products.”
About RAK Ceramics Ltd
RAK Ceramics products feature in some of the most iconic buildings in the world. Known for a wide product range and the ability to produce bespoke solutions for both small and large scale projects, RAK Ceramics enable clients to bring their ideas to life. They respect, inspire, improve and deliver; today, tomorrow, no matter the ambition, no matter the challenge, RAK Ceramics take care of all the details, so you don’t have to. Their passion and expertise combined with a careful attention to detail means they can provide you with a range of integrated ceramics solutions, allowing you freedom to be creative and plenty of room for imagination.
For over 85 years, Duresta has stood as a symbol of British craftsmanship, timeless design, and refined comfort. Born in 1938 and still handmade in the heart of England, Duresta furniture continues to reflect a proud tradition of artisanal excellence—where every stitch, every frame, and every fabric selection is a celebration of personal style and enduring quality.
At the heart of Duresta is a devoted team of designers and upholsterers whose knowledge and skill are unmatched. “Only when you produce quality do you understand quality,” says Dale Corner, a master upholsterer who began his journey at Duresta in 1979. Now with 45 years of experience, Dale remains driven by the same passion he had as a young apprentice. “My aim is to produce the very best furniture possible—and to leave a legacy of quality and design for future upholsterers.”
Duresta’s ethos is built around one central promise: comfort. Whether through plush cushions, perfect proportions, or indulgent fabric choices, each piece of Duresta furniture is designed to offer the ultimate in luxury seating. With roots in traditional English upholstery techniques, Duresta’s handcrafted sofas and chairs carry subtle yet defining characteristics: deep seats, generous padding, and supportive structure—all brought to life with a meticulous eye for detail.
While comfort may be at the core, Duresta is equally defined by its unwavering devotion to self-expression. With an expansive catalogue of designs—ranging from classically elegant to clean-lined contemporary—customers are empowered to express their individual tastes and personalities through their furniture.
The brand’s bespoke approach ensures every Duresta piece is uniquely tailored. From choosing from an impressive palette of luxurious fabrics—featuring bold colours, intricate textures, and artistic prints—to selecting from refined wood finishes and interior trims, Duresta furniture becomes a true reflection of the homeowner’s vision.
“We don't just build furniture,” explains a Duresta design lead. “We help people tell stories about who they are and how they want their home to feel.”
Duresta’s legacy is deeply woven into the fabric of Long Eaton, a historic centre of upholstery craftsmanship. The company remains one of the last standing British manufacturers committed to producing luxury furniture entirely by hand—right here in the UK.
Each frame is made from solid hardwood and assembled using traditional joinery methods. Every detail—from pattern cutting and sewing to the final upholstery—is overseen by artisans who bring decades of experience to their work.
“Our people are our pride,” says the Duresta leadership team. “Behind every beautifully made sofa or armchair is a person whose hands and heart shaped it.”
In an age of disposable design and mass production, Duresta stands out for its dedication to sustainability and longevity. Pieces are not only built to look stunning, but also to stand the test of time—both structurally and stylistically. This commitment to quality means that a Duresta piece is an investment, not just in aesthetics, but in durability and responsible production.
By continuing to manufacture in the UK, Duresta also reduces its carbon footprint, supports local employment, and maintains tighter quality control—all of which contribute to a more sustainable furniture industry.
As Duresta looks ahead, the brand remains grounded in the traditions that built it—yet inspired by the possibilities of modern design and materials. Innovation meets heritage in every new range, as Duresta seeks to balance timeless appeal with contemporary living.
“Whether you’re furnishing a Georgian townhouse or a modern apartment,” says a spokesperson, “Duresta offers you the opportunity to create a living space that is both beautifully personal and incredibly comfortable.”
About Duresta
Luxury sofa and chair company that is handcrafted in England using the finest materials and traditional methods, using a wide range of beautiful fabrics to suit your requirements. See our website to view the full selection of both English luxury designed models and International luxury products.
Graham & Brown has launched a new wallpaper collection celebrating 80 years of design. The collection honours four generations of creativity, innovation and craftsmanship that have shaped the brand since its beginnings in Blackburn, Lancashire in 1946.
The collection brings together 8 iconic designs for 8 iconic decades in Graham & Brown’s 80-year story. Created by the Graham & Brown family, design studio and colleagues who have been part of the brand’s journey, it is a heartfelt celebration of the people, creativity and shared moments that have shaped the business into where it is today.
Launching on 2 February 2026, Graham & Brown’s official 80th birthday. This collection reimagines 8 archive designs in contemporary new ways. Each design tells a chapter of the Graham & Brown story, inviting customers to celebrate heritage while creating loving homes for modern life.
Renaissance draws inspiration from the very first wallpaper ever produced by Graham & Brown, this landmark design emerged from the company’s printing presses in 1946. Paying homage to the glamour of Art Deco, our studio has reimagined this timeless motif for the modern home, unveiling a fresh expression of heritage in three beautiful colourways.
The name Watery Lane flows from the earliest chapters of Graham & Brown’s story. Long before the company became a household name, founders Harold Graham and Henry Brown ran a small wallpaper shop in the 1930s at Intack on Accrington Road.
Nearby stood Water Street Mill, where the very first rolls of Graham & Brown wallpaper were produced, close to the aptly named Watery Lane. In 1946, the duo purchased India Mill on Haygarth Street, expanding it throughout the 1970s as demand for their designs flourished. Watery Lane Wallpaper pays quiet tribute to these humble beginnings.
Daisyfield blooms from a cherished chapter in Graham & Brown’s history. In the early 1970s, as the business grew, the brand acquired Daisyfield Mill in Blackburn, a space that marked a new era of growth and creativity. With florals forever woven into the fabric of Graham & Brown’s design language, the brand wanted to honour this legacy and the light hearted spirit through the Daisyfield name.
Desire pays tribute to one of Graham & Brown’s most enduring motifs: the Damask. Loved since the brand’s earliest days, it feels only fitting to reinterpret this classic pattern as part of the 80-year celebration. From the traditional printing presses of the past to adorning the outside of India Mill, this design continues to captivate today in homes around the world. Recreating the ornate flourishes in new colourways gives the design a contemporary edge.
Inspired by a treasured archive design, Midsummer is lovingly reimagined by the Graham & Brown studio. The pink and silver colourway carries a special sense of nostalgia, fondly remembered by Iona from her childhood bedroom, now elevated with a fresh and contemporary new look.
Just as today’s digital ‘factory of the future’ drives innovation, Graham & Brown transformed UK manufacturing decades earlier with the introduction of rotary screen printing, led by the second generation of the Graham & Brown families.
First launched as brilliantly simple designs that were white, easy to hang and easy to remove. Design 314, inspired by Art Deco styling, quickly became a bestseller and remains a firm favourite with decorators and customers alike. Reimagined for this collection, it celebrates timeless appeal and enduring innovation.
As the collections grow, so does the story. The late 1980s mark a new chapter with the opening of the Roman Road warehouse, a purpose-built space designed to house an expanding and increasingly innovative range. Around the same time, the brand’s first retail shops open across the North West bringing Graham & Brown designs closer to the homes that inspire them. In a full circle moment, Graham & Brown opened their first showroom on the King’s Road in London in September 2025.
Echoing this spirit of creativity and reinvention, the Roman design draws on the grandeur of classical still life, inspired by an archive piece from the early 1990s.
Originally launched in 2014 as a heavyweight vinyl texture, the iconic black Crocodile design quickly becomes a bestseller and remains a firm favourite to this day. Reimagined for the 80-year collection, Crocodile is elevated with added texture, celebrating a design the Graham & Brown community continues to love and style in their homes. The design features luxurious flock detailing that highlights the scales of the crocodile texture, creating a soft, raised finish that invites touch as much as it catches the eye.
This collection is more than wallpaper. It’s a celebration of 80 years of passion, creativity and the loving homes our designs have helped shape along the way. Whether you’re drawn to heritage patterns or modern textures, each design offers a piece of the Graham & Brown story and is ready to become part of yours.
About Graham & Brown
Founded in 1946 by two friends, Harold Graham and Henry Brown, Graham & Brown is a British fourth-generation family-run interiors brand based in Blackburn, Lancashire. For nearly 80 years, Graham & Brown has inspired people to think differently about their homes through continuous innovation, creativity, and craftsmanship. Designing wallpapers, paint, murals, soft furnishings, bed linen, and wall art from its in-house studio and drawing on inspiration from an archive of over 50,000 pieces. A carbon-neutral company, Graham & Brown uses sustainably sourced paper and water-based paints. Wallpaper and murals are digitally printed in their state of the art ‘Factory of the Future.’
Located in the heart of NW6, a house named 'Serene' lives up to its name. A tranquil, design-led space where delicate tones, organic textures, and architectural clarity come together in harmony. Developed by Kyte Properties, a boutique London-based property company known for their meticulous attention to detail, this project captures the true essence of what makes a house a home.
From the very beginning, the vision was clear: To create a seamless connection between the polished concrete interiors and a quiet, courtyard retreat. The design called for a material that could bridge this transition without losing warmth or texture. Brick slips were the perfect solution offering a tactile surface with timeless character.
Inspired by homes discovered on Pinterest, the team set out to blur the line between indoor and outdoor living. Every detail was carefully considered from the soldier courses that echo the shadow gap skirting, to the orientation of each brick slip. The result is a space that flows effortlessly, both visually and functionally.
Chosen for its warm, earthy tones, blend 71 complements the Bauwerk Limewash walls that feature prominently throughout the interior. The soft colour variation of the slips enhances the natural aesthetic of the space, creating a soothing contrast to the crisp, modern lines of the architectural design.
Laid in a stacked bond with crisp white mortar, Blend 71 spans both walls and floors — becoming the unifying design element in this carefully curated interior. Its soft, organic texture anchors the home with a sense of warmth and understated sophistication.
The stacked bond brings something different - an extra detail, flourish, boldness and individuality that traditional stretcher bonds don't match. It's not suitable for every project, but with the surrounding decor and styling here it is a perfect match.
The installation process was smooth and creatively rewarding. The team took great care in experimenting with layout directions, pushing the design further with small but impactful details.
Blend 71 has natural variation of colouring between browns and white, with salts developing the whiteness through moisture. This means that consideration on blending is important to ensure you don't end up with patches of brown and patches of white, rather a more mixed variation throughout.
From the moment you step into the basement, the impact is immediate. The brick slip flooring in particular has become the signature feature of the home — consistently drawing compliments and attention.
“Every time someone steps into the basement, they comment on how incredible the floor looks. It’s the talking feature of the house.”
This project is a testament to how thoughtful material selection, inspired design, and expert craftsmanship can come together to create a home that is both modern and deeply comforting.
The aesthetic materials used in this case were blend 71 brick slips and white pointing mortar.
About The Brick Tile Company
The Brick Tile Company supplies brick slips - real bricks cut into tiles. These means you can bring the texture and colour variation of fired clay into any project inside or out. With styles from the worn, rustic and industrial reclaimed collection, up to the sleek and sharp contemporary range there is something for every project. From whites and blacks to yellows and reds there is a great range of stocked colours for inspiration and to tie in with existing schemes. We can also look to match existing brickwork where desired.
When craftsmanship meets timeless design, the result is something exceptional. The Croft Kingsmere Collection stands as a testament to this ethos. Designed for spaces where refined elegance and thoughtful detail matter most, Kingsmere introduces a fresh yet classic language to architectural hardware.
The beauty of the Kingsmere Collection lies in its versatility and restraint. While rooted in a classic style, each piece maintains a soft grace, making it a perfect choice for designers and homeowners seeking balance and sophistication.
The collection brings a measured, cohesive character to the space, with each element developed to work seamlessly together:
Kingsmere Lever on Arc Covered Rose – A gently contoured lever with a refined rose, offering a comfortable and understated first impression.
Kingsmere Cabinet Handles – Available in five sizes, making them suitable for a wide range of cabinetry styles.
Kingsmere Appliance Pulls – Offered in two sizes, designed for larger cabinetry and appliances.
Cushion Cabinet Knob – Complementary to the Kingsmere Collection is our well-known Cushion Cabinet Knob.
Selecting hardware is not simply a practical decision; it plays a defining role in how a space is experienced. Kingsmere offers an understated solution for projects that call for elegance, precision, and enduring appeal.
If you’re looking to add a refined, timeless touch to your next project, Kingsmere offers the perfect harmony of refinement and understated presence. Browse the Kingsmere collection here.
About Croft
Croft are passionate about perfection. Perfection in design, in manufacture and, most importantly, in meeting the requirements of its clients worldwide. It’s an ethos born and nurtured over 150 years of history and is reflected in a beautifully curated portfolio that includes over 1000 project ready designs. The knowledge and experience of the Croft team ensures they are the perfect partner for your project. Whether you require the latest collection or a custom solution, Croft combines design innovation and expert craftsmanship to produce beautiful products of the very highest quality that are as pleasurable to use as they are to look at.
British fabric house Linwood is delighted to unveil Titania, a new collection of embroidered fabrics that reimagines traditional stitchwork with a fresh, modern spirit. From delicate florals to playful stripes, every design began life as a hand-drawn sketch in Linwood’s Hampshire studio before being brought to life through intricate embroidery on natural cloths.
Full of texture, charm, and artisanal detail, Titania offers a versatile range of decorative fabrics for curtains, blinds, cushions, headboards, and occasional upholstery. Presented in both soft neutrals and uplifting colourways, the collection blends simplicity with craftsmanship, delivering an unmistakably British style suited to both heritage and contemporary interiors.
A contemporary take on stitchwork, Oberon’s lively embroidery forms a diamond trellis with subtle rickrack detail. Woven on a cotton-linen ground, it balances graphic precision with handcrafted sensibility.
This lyrical all-over embroidery combines flowing ribbon motifs with delicate florals, inspired by an archive design from circa 1900. Stitched on pure linen in a refined chain technique, Lysander brings a graceful, decorative quality.
Striking in scale, Helena presents a stylised oakleaf trail stitched with the traditional couching method. Flowing across a cotton-linen ground, its bold scale and classical detailing create a distinguished effect.
A playful reimagining of the stripe, Hermia introduces undulating waves and geometric bands embroidered on pure linen. With its naïve stitch and textured details, this fabric brings colour, rhythm, and artisanal charm.
Titania reflects Linwood’s design ethos: heritage artistry interpreted with a modern sensibility. Each fabric balances decorative stitchwork with practical applications, offering designers and homeowners alike the opportunity to create interiors that are tactile, timeless, and full of personality.
The Titania collection adds a new dimension to Linwood’s portfolio of decorative textiles - celebrating the enduring beauty of embroidery in the modern home.
About The Linwood Fabric Company Ltd
Linwood draws on classic English style and imbues it with a contemporary spirit, producing exclusive collections of fabrics, wallpapers and cushions that brim with personality and charm. The brand’s artistic vision is an individualistic one – they don’t offer a specific Linwood look: rather, every collection that they produce – be it pleasing small-scale prints or quintessentially English botanicals; informal plain linens or sumptuous printed velvets – is driven by a desire to captivate and delight, bringing a playful, distinctive style to all manner of interiors. Please visit us at our London showroom: Studio Two, Worlds End Studios, 132-134 Lots Road, London, SW10 0RJ
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