Valkyrie
A prestigious luxury residence in the heart of Edinburgh, Scotland
We had the honour of being commissioned to carry out this project by a London-based designer, with whom we have collaborated on numerous occasions. The residence features a particularly grand staircase, for which a bespoke runner was custom made specifically for the space. The installation was undertaken by our highly skilled artisan craftsmen, who completed the work with exceptional care, precision, and dedication, ensuring a flawless finish befitting the elegance of the property.
La Clérc Briant – A Bespoke Installation in Épernay
We were approached by the designer leading a prestigious project in the Épernay region of France, home to the iconic champagne house, La Clérc Briant. The brief: to design, craft, and install a set of bespoke stair runners that would seamlessly integrate with the elegance and architectural heritage of the property. However, the project posed a unique logistical challenge—some of the staircases featured winders, requiring precise templating for a perfect fit. This would normally involve two separate site visits: one for measuring and one for installation—an approach that was neither efficient nor economical.
After close collaboration with the designer, we proposed a more innovative solution: to bring our workshop directly to the site and produce the stair runners on location. This would allow us to template, fabricate, and install in a single visit—ensuring precision and adaptability while saving time and cost.
On a French Bank Holiday, our lead craftsman Steve, along with two experienced installers, travelled to Épernay. They set up a fully equipped temporary workshop in the property’s reception area, transforming the space into a creative hub for the duration of the project. Working on-site allowed the team to tailor each runner in real time, ensuring a flawless fit and finish, especially on the complex winding sections.
The result was a beautifully executed installation that was not only functionally sound but also visually in harmony with the interior design. The client and design team were thrilled with the outcome.
This project stands as a great example of how creative thinking and flexible execution can elevate design delivery. By adapting our process and working collaboratively on-site, we were able to meet the vision of the designer while solving a complex problem with elegance and efficiency.
