Behind The Design

Remembering Florence Knoll Bassett

  Florence Knoll Bassett, design pioneer and the ‘guiding light’ of Knoll, sadly passed away on January 25th 2019 at the age of 101. Her designs for Knoll have been a key part of the Heal’s offering for many years and her influence on the brand’s direction is undeniable. In our latest blog we take […]

Bring Back the Dining Table

What does dinnertime look like in your house? Do you all sit around the table and chat about your day, or are you all on the sofa, plates perched on your laps, as you eat? If the second scenario sounds familiar, you’re not alone. More of us are living busier lives, largely thanks to smartphones […]

The Heal’s Trend Report 2019: Materials

Materials are the building blocks of design, forming our most loved and most iconic pieces of furniture. A large part of what makes a design popular is the materials that it is made of. While many materials have lasting appeal, there are recognisable trends to what we choose to use in our homes. For example, […]

Heal’s Discovers 2018: Meet the Designers

Now in it’s 14th year, Heal’s Discovers promotes the work of innovative and emerging design talent by providing a platform on which to showcase their skills and creativity. Launching as part of London Design Festival, this year’s designers have pushed the boundaries of creativty by working with materials in new ways and forming solutions to […]

The Return of Maximalism

Maximalism is back. For several years, we’ve embraced the popular minimalist design trend. From Mid-Century modern to Scandi to Japandi,  we’ve seen muted colours, clean lines and pared-back style in homes worldwide. It was only a matter of time before the tables turned. Minimalism isn’t going anywhere, but we’re excited to see the rise of […]

Materials: What Great Designs Are Made Of

Heal’s are going back to basics by celebrating the building blocks of design: materials. We’ll be exploring the beauty, diversity and versatility of the materials that shape modern design and celebrating the skill and craftsmanship that goes into transforming these elements into extraordinary pieces for everyday life. The story of any design is a combination […]

First Look: Heal’s AW18 Collection

We brought together some of the most influential people in design for a special preview of our AW18 collection. We transformed a three-story Georgian town house on Dean Street into the ultimate Heal’s home. Its high ceilings and natural light provided the perfect backdrop for our striking new collection. Design is at the heart of […]

How Technology is Changing Our Homes

  While design trends wax and wane over time, there’s been one change in the 20th century that doesn’t seem to be going anywhere: technology. From microwaves and the internet to baby monitors and washing machines, technology has consistently changed the way we use our homes. Each new piece of technology brings murmurs of revolution. […]