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Spotlight on The Bloomsbury Group

The Bloomsbury members shared similar upbringings within relatively traditional upper-middleclass families. The free-wheeling, unconventional Bloomsbury lifestyle was a resolutely new direction for them, as they sought to shake off the shackles of their more clean-cut Victorian roots. Focus was pulled from politeness and a collective observance of conventions, and thrust upon personal relationships and individual […]
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Where Art Lives

As we settle into what looks to be a very British summer, seeking out fresh adventures close to home is at the forefront of many minds. There’s no better time to explore some of the less known cultural gems peppered throughout the country. So, we’ve rounded up a few of our favourite places to delve […]
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Art Becomes Design Becomes Art

Fine art and design play exceptionally well together, with an ongoing interchange of ideas, aesthetic styles, and techniques continuously infusing new life into creative processes. Artistic thinking is not bound by form or function. The borders are permeable and some of history’s greatest creative movements flow through them. Cubism tumbles from painting into plasterwork; De […]
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DAYDREAMING EXHIBITION

Having worked for several years with Alius Makackas, interiors and art consultant at Paul Smith Ltd, we are hosting a wonderful exhibition of contemporary art, curated by Alius, in our showroom in Chelsea. “When Alius approached me to host Daydreaming it seemed like the perfect accompaniment for our our new Cloud collection, which we are […]
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Special Editions

In addition to our main collection we make a lot of special editions – either customised versions of our own pieces, or completely one-off, bespoke commissions. Over the years we have worked with many clients to create some truly special pieces that are totally unique. Our team of designers and metal workers love a challenge, […]
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Autumn is here…

Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness… Although the world is still completely upside-down, early October is a special time of year. The leaves turn, the air cools and we start to retreat indoors. Summer dresses and sandals are packed away (at least mine are) and we prepare for what feels like the beginning of a […]
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Atlantic at FOCUS/20

Come and see Atlantic – our new collection at FOCUS/20 in Chelsea Harbour Design Centre, where we will have a stand on The Design Avenue from Monday 14th – Friday 18th September Atlantic will also be on display in our Lots Road showroom just down the road from Design Centre, so please do pop in […]
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Dive into the Atlantic

September sees the launch of the Atlantic collection of tables, benches, and stools. As in much of Tom’s work there is a strong and distinctive motif described in the beautiful shape of the legs. The surface is an innovative veneer made of paper combined with acrylic resins – it has a wonderful matt sheen, with […]
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How to choose a Console Table

A staple piece of furniture in any home, console tables can be used in a variety of different room settings. With 15 console tables in the Tom Faulkner collection to choose from, use our handy guide to find out which style will work for your space. SETTINGS
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Papillon wins in New York

We would normally be exhibiting at ICFF in New York this week. While it’s sad that none of us can be there, it was great news for us and for our colourful Papillon console table to be a winner at the NYCxDesign Awards this year. It won Best Residential table. Find out more about the […]
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Tom’s 48 Hours in London

London is by far, my most beloved city. The more we spread the Tom Faulkner name around the globe, the more I’m blessed with the gift of travel. I’m aware just how lucky I am to experience the world in the way that I get to do but there’s something truly wonderful about coming home. […]