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

Gailarde: Burton Hotel, Hereford

August 11, 2016 12:18 pm Published by Comments Off on Gailarde: Burton Hotel, Hereford

Owned by John Richardson and Annabel. The Burton Hotel has been under the same family ownership for 30 years. Located in the centre of a small market town near the Welsh border, Kington is


How did you get into design?

August 9, 2016 1:15 pm Published by Comments Off on How did you get into design?

Last week we asked three established designers how they had made their way into their current design positions. We discovered... Read More >


Added Value

August 4, 2016 4:12 pm Published by Comments Off on Added Value

Chelsom share their views on the importance of knowledge… I never cease to be amazed by the vast breadth of... Read More >


Designer’s Muse: Education – Bridging the Gap

August 4, 2016 2:51 pm Published by Comments Off on Designer’s Muse: Education – Bridging the Gap

Last month we interviewed 3rd year students from Rycotewood Furniture College just as they were about to make the jump from being students to graduates. in this latest edition of The Designer's Muse we explore how we can bridge the gap between education and industry.


Flooring Innovation

July 29, 2016 8:09 am Published by Comments Off on Flooring Innovation

Ahead of our BCFA Open event on the 26th & 27th October 2016 at Manchester Bridgewater Hall, we discuss innovation... Read More >