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 […]
Ever since the revolutionary Mansard Gallery at our Tottenham Court Road store, Heal’s has continued to foster a strong bond with the London art scene. In keeping with this tradition, we’ve transformed a section of our Tottenham Court Road showroom into a unique exhibition space for modern art dealer Sims Reed Gallery. Internationally renowned, Sims […]
Throughout our long history, Heal’s has taken great care to source the finest quality timbers. Yet nothing could quite prepare us for the magnitude that was the Kauri. Carved from prehistoric trees that are native to New Zealand, each piece has been perfectly preserved under peat swamps for 50,000 years before being lovingly carved into […]
Join us as we take a trip through the mind of internationally renowned designer Tom Dixon. Hosted by Becky Sunshine of The Pool, the evening will provide a unique insight into the inspirations and processes behind his most iconic projects plus new collections. A self-taught craftsman, Tom Dixon has risen to become one of the […]
We are obsessed (repeat obsessed) with foliage at the moment. Big mossy branches, winter berries, catkins, ferns, trailing meadow horsetail – they make homes uber cosy and dramatic, without feeling at all try-hard if that make sense. They’re a little more wild, edgy, free. We packed our AW15 collection with faux foliage, which was a bit of a big […]
With Christmas just around the corner, we’re getting into the festive spirit with Heal’s Christmas Market. The perfect place to find those one off gifts, our Tottenham Court road showrooms have been transformed into a winter wonderland complete with designer boutiques, workshops and, not forgetting, our own seasonal soiree. Whether its stocking-fillers, decorations or cards […]
With our Celebration of Wood well under way, we thought it was only right to invite some very special guests to mark the occasion. Joining Grown in Britain chief exec Dougal Driver, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Elizabeth Truss paid a visit to our flagship store to meet the teams behind […]
Once a shipwright, always a shipwright, James Dodds’ evocative paintings, prints and wood carvings retrace the history of traditional fishing and sailing vessels. Nestled amongst our flagship showroom, his latest series of still lives for Johnny Messum Gallery have been directly worked onto timber boards providing the perfect complement to our Celebration of Wood display. […]