What if the best office furniture isn’t really office furniture at all? The boundaries between hospitality, commercial and workplace design have become increasingly blurred over
The traditional golf club is facing an existential reckoning.
For decades, the recipe was simple: a heavily compartmentalised building where the “Spike Bar” smelled faintly of damp wool, the formal lounge sat in embalmed silence waiting for Sunday lunch, and a strict dress code acted as an efficient deterrent to anyone under the age of fifty.
There was a time when the hotel lobby had a simple job: look respectable, contain luggage, and quietly suggest you were not quite ready to check in—emotionally or otherwise. That time has gone.
Today’s hotel lobby is a 24-hour environment operating somewhere between the arrival hall, informal meeting space, café, and social lounge.
Stock furniture is fine… if you enjoy corners that don’t quite meet walls, or if you don’t mind your venue looking like a carbon copy of its least-inspiring competitor. For those who value character over convenience contract furniture restoration offers a more sophisticated path.
Interior design has evolved. It’s no longer just about aesthetics—it’s about creating environments that support the full spectrum of neurological differences, or neurodiversity, which includes
You’ve strategised, mapped out the guest journey, and curated a space that tells a unique story. But even the strongest design vision can fall apart
And so, the lounge chair. A veritable fulcrum upon which the delicate balance of hospitality teeters. Get it wrong — a chair too upright, a
A design is no longer just a matter of aesthetics—it’s a strategic element woven into technological and material innovation. Today’s furniture must strike a balance
In the ambitious, multimillion-pound refurbishment of the historic Burnham Beeches Hotel, Bourne Furniture faced a unique challenge: to curate a collection that honoured the Georgian
The Pernicious French Conspiracy: How Banquettes Took Over the World (and Why They’re Actually Quite Brilliant). Ah, the French. Those wily devils. Masters of style,
Ever felt like a caged animal in your cubicle? Well, it’s time to break free and embrace the power of nature, even indoors. Biophilic design
The Comfort King: Joy Sunbed This champion is built for maximum chill. Picture this: you sink into the plush, fast-drying foam cushion, with Sunbrella fabric
Discover the essence of outdoor elegance with our comprehensive guide to contract outdoor furniture. From timeless teak to sleek aluminium, we explore the finest materials and styles that define modern outdoor spaces.
Hotel furniture plays a critical role in creating a welcoming and comfortable environment for guests. Whether it’s a trendy boutique hotel or a business destination,
Many hotels offer conference and banqueting facilities for clients wishing to host various events, from wedding receptions and parties to business lunches, talks and seminars.
Creating perfect bedrooms is a huge part of building a successful hotel business. Providing a space where guests will feel welcomed and relaxed and ultimately
The hotel foyer is inevitably the first area guests see when walking into a hotel. First impressions count, and a hotel foyer or lobby needs
Sofa beds are one of the most versatile pieces of furniture you can own. Not only do they provide a comfortable place to sleep, but
For starters, here are some answers to some of our more popular questions as well as further info aimed to ensure you are making the
The commercial sector relies heavily on the use of furniture; from the headboard in a hotel room to that statement chair by the fire, the
Bar stools are a firm favourite when designing a restaurant bar or hotel seating area. Not only do they provide practical seating for high tables
Table tops are a fundamental part of any table and come in many different styles to suit your needs. You may be looking for a
With hospitality venues beginning to move towards a sense of normality, we have a positive feeling we are moving in the right direction, and consequently
Like hotels and heavy footfall public areas, the marine industry caters to many thousands of clients every year, and requires heavy duty, quality contract furniture
Following some positive results for the Bank Holiday weekend, we are hopeful that UK hospitality is heading in the right direction. According to Barclays Hospitality
We are proud to bring to you our new website which we have been building on during these difficult times. Using the valued feedback we
At Bourne Furniture we have been monitoring the progress of Brexit and what the possible impact could be on our operations. With the dithering by