British Designer 🇬🇧 (Page 15)

British designers have long held a prestigious position in the realm of applied and decorative arts, marrying functionality with aesthetic splendour. The United Kingdom’s rich design heritage is marked by a diverse array of creators who have infused their work with innovation and craftsmanship, from the elegant simplicity of Thomas Chippendale’s 18th-century furniture to the vibrant, postmodern flair of Zandra Rhodes’ textile designs. These designers have not only shaped the contours of British style but have also contributed significantly to the global tapestry of design, influencing how we interact with the objects that populate our daily lives. Their legacy is a testament to the power of design to transcend mere ornamentation, embodying cultural narratives and forging connections between eras, continents, and communities.

Boe collection by Christine Van der Hurd

Christine Van der Hurd is a British textile designer and is professionally active in New York and London. She studied at the Winchester School of Art, Hampshire, until 1973Read More →

Webb Corbett Glassware

Webb Corbett is a British glassware manufacturer, located in Stourbridge.Irene Stevens joined Webb Corbett as a designer in 1946. L. Green designed its 1958 Bouquet range of cut glass. David Marquess of Queensberry was retained as a consultant designer in the early 1960s.Read More →

Ronald Grierson Textiles

Ronald Grierson was a British designer of textiles, carpets, and wallpaper. He studied at the Hammersmith School of Art and Grosvenor School of Modern Art.Read More →

David Adjaye Seating for Knoll

David Adjaye’s seating for Knoll at The Met New York signifies a shift in cultural and design implications, blending contemporary design with social commentary.Read More →

Hand weaving and cloth design

Marianne Straub’s book covers hand weaving, cloth design, yarn choices, loom preparation, weave types, and fabric variations. Includes glossary and appendix.Read More →

banksy reinterprets monet

A modern version of an Impressionist painting by guerilla artist Banksy is expected to fetch up to $9 million at auction in the UK. TheRead More →