Alongside two seasons of new design, this year has been our busiest yet for events. While we can’t fit them all into one post, here are a just a few of the many highlights in what has been a fantastic 2015. Now a firm staple in the capitals design calendar, this year’s Heal’s […]
December wouldn’t be quite the same without a best of list, and what a year it’s been for design. From the biggest Heal’s Modern Craft Market yet to the launch of our new Queens store on London’s Westbourne Grove, it’s safe to say we’ve had a busy schedule. So before we jump headlong into […]
All this month we’re celebrating the life of pioneering inventor Joseph Swan – the man responsible for the incandescent bulb and modern lighting as we know it. The story begins as early as 1850 when Swan first began work on his infamous bulb. It would, however, be another ten years before he created a working […]
Talk about a light bulb moment, this week we’re celebrating the anniversary of Joseph Swan, the inventor of the filament light bulb, with a special event and competition. Hosted by award winning London guide Peter Berthoud, this unique tour takes a step back in time to tell the story of lighting from the pioneering days of […]
For the second in our catch-ups with this year’s Heal’s Discovers winners, we speak to furniture designer and craftsman Alexander White to discuss the process behind his functional My Ami range of folding furniture. — How would you describe your style of design? This is a question I find hard to answer. I guess my […]
On Wednesday we welcomed Tom Dixon back to our flagship store for the latest in our Meet the Designer series of events. Held within the beautiful setting of our fabrics department, the packed audience were treated to a personal insight into the designer’s life and work with Becky Sunshine of The Pool acting as host […]
Making sure all those presents look beautiful under the tree, we’ve enlisted stylish stationers Ola Studio to our Christmas Market to provide all your wrapping needs. As well as a collection of screen-printed paper and cards, they will also be giving live demonstrations as they craft a range of stunning metallic cards. Despite their modern, […]
Today marks what would have been the 111th birthday of one of Japan’s most celebrated designers, Isamu Noguchi. Working across multiple fields including sculpture, painting, industrial and landscape design, many of his designs remain mainstays of modern interiors thanks to their timeless mix of Japanese minimalism and Mid-century form. Despite being first developed in 1939, […]
Now in its eleventh year, Heal’s Discovers provides a unique showcase to exciting, emerging design talent. This year’s bumper crop is no exception with a host of unique designs to suit every aspect of the home. While visitors to Heal’s will have seen the designs on display, we thought it would be a good idea […]
The figurehead of British modernism, Sir Ambrose Heal has had a lasting impact on both Heal’s and the design community at large. In a special talk at the esteemed V&A museum, his grandson the writer Oliver Heal will be exploring the life and work of Ambrose Heal from his pioneering Arts & Crafts furniture to […]
Working from her studio in Dalston, East London, Jo Davies produces stunning ceramics with an opulent tinge. One of the latest designers to contribute to our ever expanding roster of Heal’s Collectables, we got in touch with Jo to discuss her handmade approach to design. Tell us about your design process, how do you […]
When we first heard news of The World of Charles and Ray Eames, it’s safe to say we were somewhat excited. So after months of anticipation, how did the Barbican’s new blockbuster exhibition fare? Whether you’re an expert in all things Mid-century Modern or new to the designers work, visitors will not be disappointed by […]
