Author Archives for Alys Bryan

About Alys Bryan

Alys is a knowledgeable design editor who is focused on instigating conversations, both online and in-person, with industry experts which challenge, educate and advance the commercial interior sector. Her training and 15 years of professional experience as a furniture designer for the commercial sector makes her uniquely placed to lead Design Insider as Editor

Product Watch: KAI – Zanzibar Collection

November 2, 2015 1:20 pm Published by Comments Off on Product Watch: KAI – Zanzibar Collection

The latest collection from KAI is absolutely stunning combining zebra and snakeskin prints ideally suited for upholstery.


Q&A Session with Alys Bryan

October 28, 2015 12:37 pm Published by Comments Off on Q&A Session with Alys Bryan

Alys Bryan is a furniture designer who has had nearly 10 years' experience of working in the contract sector. She used the recent industry events as an opportunity to talk to BCFA members about contract upholstery fabrics. We caught up with her to ask what she had discovered


Crosswater at Blake Tower

October 27, 2015 5:09 pm Published by Comments Off on Crosswater at Blake Tower

Blake Tower, the fourth high-rise that completes the famous Barbican Estate is to be transformed into a collection of desirable modern homes in the heart of the City. Residents will have the rare opportunity to live in a home that is a much loved symbol of British architectural history.


WEEKLY ROUND UP

October 23, 2015 10:36 am Published by Comments Off on WEEKLY ROUND UP

Education was a big focus this week, with some great projects which show just how much great design can make... Read More >


DESIGN INSIDER AWARD AT IHS15

October 23, 2015 10:25 am Published by Comments Off on DESIGN INSIDER AWARD AT IHS15

The DESIGN INSIDER gave its first ‘Best Product at Show’ Award this week at Independent Hotel Show, which was supported... Read More >


BCFA at Independent Hotel Show

October 16, 2015 12:14 pm Published by Comments Off on BCFA at Independent Hotel Show

The British Contract Furnishing Association will be exhibiting at The Independent Hotel Show again this year please come and visit them at Stand 216 , where they will be happy to discuss how you can get involved with the BCFA.


Lyndon Design – Reading University

October 16, 2015 10:13 am Published by Comments Off on Lyndon Design – Reading University

Lyndon Design were selected to help transform Reading university library into a modern learning environment. With the use of High backed Arthur booths they helped provide much needed informal group meeting areas and break out spaces within the library as well as delivering design expertise and comfortable ergonomics.