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 Welcome to Texture Talks: Materials and Finishes in Interior Architecture & Design! 

Join us for an exciting and informative panel and networking event centred on the transformative power of textures, materials, and finishes in interior design and architecture. At this event, leading industry experts will share their insights on how a deep understanding of the best materials and finishes can drive more creative, dynamic, and functional design solutions. Learn how carefully selected textures and products can elevate your designs, enhance functionality, and inspire new approaches to interior design and architecture. Our last event had 150 attendees.

Event Highlights:

• Expert Panel Discussions: Hear from top designers, architects, and material specialists as they discuss the latest trends, innovations, and techniques in materials and finishes, and how these elements can elevate your design practice.
• Invaluable Knowledge: Gain a deeper understanding of materials, textures, and finishes and how this knowledge can inspire creativity and help you make better design decisions.
• Creative Inspiration: Explore how diverse materials and finishes can be used in new, unexpected ways to create original, innovative spaces.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow professionals, students, and design enthusiasts. Share ideas, gain fresh perspectives, and expand your network within the interior design and architecture community.

This event is ideal for design professionals, architects, students, and anyone with a passion for creating inspiring, high-quality spaces. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your material knowledge, you’ll leave with a wealth of practical advice and fresh ideas to enhance your creative process.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday 25th September 2025
• Time: 12 - 4.00pm. Lunch and refreshments throughout the day are included
• Location: Bournemouth
• Cost: £38 per ticket

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Don’t miss out on the chance to connect with industry leaders and fellow design professionals who share your passion for creating beautiful and functional spaces through the thoughtful use of textures, materials, and finishes.

On 29th November 2024, over 150 designers, architects, and suppliers from across the country gathered in Bournemouth for the Sustainable Style event, an industry-focused gathering dedicated to sustainability in interior design and architecture. The atmosphere was buzzing with energy as professionals came together to explore how sustainability is shaping the future of design.

Event Highlights:

• Insightful panel discussions led by leading industry experts: Roddy Clarke (host), Emer Gillespie (founder of Spark and Bell), Summer Obaid (Director of the world’s most sustainable art gallery), Chloe Bullock (RIBA author and interior designer), and Scott Lewis (architect).
• Attendees gained valuable, practical knowledge on integrating eco-friendly practices into design projects.
• The event provided an excellent platform for networking, with professionals exchanging ideas, forging partnerships, and discussing innovative solutions for a sustainable future in design.

The event was a highly inspiring and productive day for industry professionals, leaving everyone with new insights and a renewed commitment to sustainable design practices. It was a key moment for the sector to unite and drive the conversation forward.