This week we’ve been on a production trip in Latvia, visiting new factories to work with. With new designs in the pipeline for the launch of Maison Objet in January. So what makes a good factory? We are looking for an efficient production process, which you can see and judge when picking up component pieces …

I took a long lunch on Monday to visit the new Sky Garden; London’s highest public garden on Fenchurch Street. The lift to the 35 floor of the building designed by Rafael Viñoly, took just 35 seconds. The doors open to a large open plan space looking South to Crystal Palace and the North Downs …

Last week we visited our European factory to inspect the next production of A Desks. Wow, every time I walk into their facility I am blown away by how organised they are. The factory floor is so clean, the machines are immaculate and look top of the range. Since launching the A Desk in April, …