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. […]
Enid Marx and the Mansard Gallery
With the opening on a new exhibition of Enid Marx’s work at the House of Illustration, the most comprehensive retrospective of her work mounted in the last 40 years, we’re celebrating the renowned artist who had a close connection with Heal’s. – Enid Marx has become synonymous with mid-century graphic art and textile design. Best […]
Clerkenwell Design Week 2018: What Not to Miss
Clerkenwell is home to more creative businesses and architects per square mile than anywhere else on the planet. It is, therefore, no surprise that it is also home to one of the UK’s leading independent design festivals. Now in its ninth year, Clerkenwell Design Week has firmly established itself an event not to be missed […]
How to Choose Investment Furniture Pieces
Furnishing your first apartment, new home or redesigned space is an exciting time. With so much choice, it’s tempting to go out and splurge on an array of furniture and home accessories at your nearest chain store. But before you exhaust your budget, consider the following key factors for every piece you want to buy: […]
Heal’s 200: Dodie Smith & the Heal’s Cat
Whilst Heal’s has a long history of famous connections – including the Bloomsbury Group as well as Modigliani – there’s one celebrated name that actually spent time at Heal’s as an employee. Dodie Smith, author of the classic I Capture the Castle and The Hundred and One Dalmatians, spent nearly 10 years working at our […]
Heal’s 200: At the Sign of the Four Poster
As part of Heal’s 200, we have has replaced the old ‘sign of the four poster’ with a faithful reproduction. Once considered a modern logo, the emblem now acts as a symbol of our heritage and reminds us how much tastes and styles have changed over the last two hundred years. The new sign now hangs […]
Two Centuries of Heal’s on Tottenham Court Road
We’re telling the tale of our flagship store, an iconic building that is recognised the world over. However, what is lesser known is that Heal’s has been a feature of the Tottenham Court Road landscape for a staggering 200 years. Here’s the story of how our reign came to be. – Humble Beginnings The year […]
Wabi-sabi: Embracing Imperfection in Interior Design
Wabi-sabi. It’s a concept, an aesthetic, and a way of life. As a phrase, it cannot be easily translated from Japanese into English. But, even if you haven’t heard of it, its presence in homes – from homemade ceramics and organic linens to rustic, earthy colours – is undeniable. Wabi-sabi is the Japanese art of […]
The Japandi Design Trend
There’s a new interior design trend in town – introducing ‘Japandi’: a hybrid of traditional Japanese minimalism and Scandinavian decor. Also known as ‘japanordic’, this fresh style has been deemed the biggest new design movement for 2018. Combining the modern-rustic appeal of Scandi style with the traditional sophistication that’s associated with Japanese design, it’s no […]
Scandinavian Design Differences: From Norway To Sweden To Denmark
Scandinavian design is the beloved style embraced in numerous homes around the world. Known for its simplicity, functionality and beauty, Scandinavian style originates from Scandinavia which, in this instance, refers to the countries of Northern Europe: Norway, Denmark and Sweden. Scandinavian design is often referred to as democratic design as it adopts the notion of being made […]