Deep in my ethos there’s always been a very conscious thought of “the footprint” – ever since I was a little girl. Where do things come from and where do they go? What is it made of and what kind of energy and passion went into making it? My lovely Scottish great grandmother (Tatty) could look at a coat or dress in a store window, return home and make it for my grandmother. I loved hearing these stories and taught myself to do this with upholstery, making fixtures, designs.

The time and effort it takes to create should mean something and serve a purpose. Not to be discarded but cherished. Our collections should last and be made with fine materials, and you should know where it came from. I apply these ideals in my design work encouraging clients to look ahead. Not only does this stretch their investment in me but creates a connection to their own brand.

Narratives I enjoy creating are often drawn also from world and art history. History is always important and should be recalled in creating. It strengthens design concepts, creates meaning and perhaps remind you of a person or place you knew and loved. It’s never there by mistake. My mom used to say that when she makes something for someone she puts all her love and thoughts into them the whole time. Ever since then I’ve attached a character too and I’ve never looked back.