Client Brief Situated in the beautiful English Lake District between the two market towns of Keswick and Cockermouth, there is a wealth of fun and exciting things to do for all the family at Armathwaite Hall, providing luxurious Lake District accommodation with great access to family-friendly activities. The client wanted to refresh the interior scheme throughout this substantial country house hotel and spa. Each different space demanded individual bespoke design coupled with consistency of… Read More
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Beautiful Refurbishment of the Riverside Hotel, Salisbury
Riverside Hotel, formerly the Grasmere House Hotel, in Harnham has recently undergone a complete six-month refurbishment including new carpets throughout the hotel. Built in 1896 as a private residence, the hotel sits between the Nadder and Avon rivers, with views of the famous cathedral, it is set in beautiful formal grounds and within a 15 minute walk of Salisbury city centre. The refurbishment has taken in all of the bedrooms, it has created a cool… Read More
We’re on Antiques Road Trip
Presenter Charlie Ross and his team came to the factory late last year to learn about the story behind the world-famous Wilton weave and the subsequent hundreds of years of history which have shaped this manufacturing business in South Wiltshire. There was a carpet factory built on our site in Wilton in 1655. In this year, England was between Kings, and Oliver Cromwell was busy dividing the country up into 11 districts, each under military… Read More
A Super-fast Carpet Full of Spirit
Spirit is the latest Ready to Go woven Axminster collection from Wilton Carpets, bringing all-over interpretations of repeating geometrics inspired by Greek key patterns. Impressively versatile, thoroughly modern and perfect for hotels seeking a glamorous deco feel, Spirit comes in three strong patterns that add poise and purpose to corridors, receptions, lounges and guest bedrooms. Using the rich and luscious colour combinations found in Wilton’s Creations colour palette, Mettle, Moxie and Magic bring an intoxicating… Read More
A Captivating Classic from Wilton Carpets
The rugged crags and high moorlands of the Northumbrian countryside inspire Lindisfarne by Wilton Carpets, the latest introduction to the Ready to Go collection of tufted carpets that are set to instantly transform boutique B&Bs, hospitality and leisure locations. A captivating three-colour herringbone carpet that’s perfect for a classic feel in guestrooms, corridors and meeting rooms, Lindisfarne comes in six versatile colourways to complement modern and traditional settings. In colours such as Otterburn, Kielder and… Read More
Cocktail Nights with Havana
In 10 incredible fusionist designs that artfully blend layers of abstract pattern and familiar floral and geometric motifs, Havana is the latest Ready to Go narrowloom carpet range from Wilton Carpets. Crafted specifically to cater for the needs of the pub/bar, leisure and restaurant sector, Havana’s cocktail themed designs bring striking modern design in colourways for the latest interior looks. Designs such as Pina Colada, Mint Julep, Bellini and Black Velvet use Wilton’s brand-new Creations… Read More
Create Beautiful Carpets with Creations
Featuring the Icelandic blue of Fjord, rich ochre of Demerara, rust tone of Burnt Copper and deep grey of Gun Metal; Creations is the latest colour palette now available on all Ready to Weave carpets and two brand-new Ready to Go ranges from Wilton Carpets. A ranging, lively colourbank that has been developed to provide depth to accommodate hotel and hospitality interiors of all kinds, Creations encompasses functional, workman base tones and gorgeous radiating highlights…. Read More
A Ballroom transformed with Wilton Carpets
Stunning bespoke woven axminster ballroom carpet, expertly crafted by Wilton Carpets, has been installed in the ballroom at The Queens, one of the most celebrated hotels in Leeds. Having redecorated the stunning art deco Ballroom of The Queens last year, the management subsequently decided to replace the carpet that was still in-situ and the impact was immediate: “During the summer, we changed the carpet in the Ballroom to this beautiful woven axminster carpet from Wilton… Read More
Design Decadence with Wilton Carpets
Decadence is the latest carpet collection from Wilton Carpets, reinventing Art Deco by pushing boundaries of its structure and introducing sophisticated textures. Fused with fearless 1960s tones of orange and brown, teal and flashes of rich salmon pink, the collection brings a refreshed and reinvigorated approach to Art Deco, avoiding archetypal repeats for a new perspective. Designed by Becky Smith, senior designer, Decadence is a truly extraordinary showcase of what is possible in carpet when… Read More
Kit Kemp Collection by Wilton Carpets
Wilton Carpets and Kit Kemp have come together to create an exciting collection of woven wool-rich carpets for hospitality, travel and home. Kit Kemp MBE has forged an international reputation as one of the world’s top interior designers. With a unique approach to her work, Kit is also well-known as an author and passionate champion of British art, craft and sculpture. As Design Director of Firmdale Hotels PLC, she is the creative force behind hotels including… Read More
