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Today my guest is Ashleigh Clarke, Founder of Ashley Clarke Architects. With over 10 years’ experience within The Cotswolds, they have become trusted Cotswold Architects and a RIBA Chartered Architectural Practice. Many of their luxury projects have been inspired by the beautiful surrounding Cotswolds landscape: its colours, contours and light. "As so many of our clients live in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), we have built up extensive experience in obtaining Planning Permissions for Listed Buildings and properties situated within the AONB. We understand the ins and outs of the planning application process, and specialist permissions required, and we can guide our clients confidently through each stage. We believe in sustainability from start to finish – we use environmentally-friendly materials and methods to minimise our environmental impact. That way we can truthfully say that every Ashleigh Clarke design is founded on the principles of sustainable architecture." Ashleigh truly is an expert in designing and creating environmentally friendly homes, that are harmonious with the natural landscape. Tune in to learn about the benefits of eco-friendly design, including increasing the value of your property. He shares some great tips on key factors to consider, such as rainwater harvesting and utilising renewable energy sources.

Today my guest is Julian Brinton, Managing Director of Wool Classics. He comes from a family of carpet weavers, expertly weaving since 1783. Wool Classics have a showroom at the Design Centre in Chelsea Harbour in London. They are devoted to providing beautiful carpets and rugs which are made to a high standard, to last as long as possible, from organic materials which biodegrade naturally in soil.  They manufacture their products using minimal resources utilising their own solar plant which ensures that everything they produce is powered by the sun alone. They are removing all plastic and petro-chemical based fibres and chemicals from their supply chain to be as pure and healthy for the environment as possible. Julian Brinton truly is a Master of Wool and is a true trailblazer for sustainable interiors. I am delighted to have him feature on one of my podcast episodes.

Today my guest is Natasha Naess, UK National Sales Manager for Christopher Hyde, a luxury lighting brand. Christopher Hyde has a passion for elegant lighting and bespoke one-off pieces. This passion is reflected in the fact that their fittings are featured in grand hotels, Royal Palaces and exclusive homes both in the UK and abroad. Each and every one of their luminaries are hand made by skilled craftsmen using traditional methods and superior materials, creating timeless pieces through sustainable methods.

In this trailer, I share how my motivation for this podcast comes from my life experience, my faith and my hopes for the future. Physical Health I share how cancer and respiratory illnesses in my own family have motivated me to design Healthy Homes for a Healthy Planet. Mental & Emotional Wellbeing As a former Psychotherapist, I share how I am passionate about incorporating nature and natural materials in my designs. Mindful, intelligent design really can improve our own health and wellbeing, whilst incorporating sustainable practices. My Faith My Christian faith inspires me to be a good steward of our beautiful world, to nurture living plants and animals, whilst also promoting the health of my family, friends and clients. Invitation to Collaborate Let me know which topics you would like us to explore on this podcast. We promote suppliers of sustainable products and services for the home. Get in touch if you wish to participate in one episode. If you wish to discuss an Interior Design project, do contact our studio: [email protected] www.wellnessinteriors.co.uk

Welcome to “Healthy Homes, Healthy Planet” Podcast, delivered by Wellness Interiors design studio.   Tune in, to learn how to adopt a more sustainable lifestyle, promoting our own wellbeing, whilst creating healthy homes for a healthy planet.  

Today my guest is Daniela Potter, from Daniela Potter Interiors. Daniela is an Interior Designer, based in Canterbury, Kent who has a niche in both upholstery and making bespoke soft furnishings. Here we discuss interior design tips on how to make more sustainable choices, when decorating our homes. If you have a piece of furniture you wish to discard, think twice. Perhaps it can be upholstered and given a new lease of life by an expert upholsterer, such as Daniela.

Amidst the Heating Crisis in UK, there is a "dirty little secret" in the heating industry, that our friends at Castrads have revealed. Listen in to learn more. We can all implement one simple change (with the help of a heating engineer) to set the boiler temperature at a lower setting. This will reduce heating bills and carbon emissions, whilst allowing the boiler to heat our home optimally.

Located on the prestigious Sandringham Estate, the Wrought Iron and Brass Bed Company boasts a small yet highly skilled team of artisans. As the UK's most iconic wrought iron metal bed maker, they offer an unparalleled luxurious sleeping experience centred around the significance of sustainable living. With bedframes handcrafted from 100% British iron and natural fibre mattresses featuring 100% British and Sandringham wool, their craftsmanship and attention to detail are unmatched, as evidenced by our proud status as a Royal Warrant holder to the late Queen Elizabeth II. Each of their hand-tailored bedframes and mattresses represents more than just a purchase; they are a long-term investment in your quality of sleep and well-being. With over two decades of experience in the industry, you can trust this family company to consistently deliver the sleep of your dreams, night after night. Tune in to learn how cancer in our own families has fuelled our passion to pursue a healthy lifestyle and sustainable design.

Today my guest is Gary Stevens, from Focus SB, a multi-award winning British brand.  They manufacture premium electrical wiring accessories that are both beautiful and built to last.  I have previously specified their products and I wish to continue doing so. Princess Anne recently visited the Focus SB factory in Sussex where she presented the prestigious “King’s Award for Enterprise for International Trade 2023” winner trophy.  Furthermore, in 2022, Gary received the “Rising Star” Award at the Made in Britain Impact Awards, recognised for creating new pathways and piloting change, especially through innovative grassroots sustainable initiatives.  In 2023 the company was then Shortlisted for Innovation of the Year for ‘Renaissance', a design-first low profile screwless plate made from solid brass, conceived with sustainable processes and materials key to its development.  Focus SB work with a wide range of partners, including Lutron.  They also have a collaboration with the internationally acclaimed interior designer, Kelly Hoppen.

Today my guests are Nick, Annie and Adam Baylis, from Castrads: a Stockport-based manufacturer of new, custom-built cast iron radiators. They also offer a vintage radiator restoration service. This episode offers us all some essential tips, amidst the Heating Crisis. Listen in for the "dirty little secret" we all need to know about! Castrads recently won the Made in Britain Award for “Export Excellence” thanks to strong sales growth in America and the EU, leading to recruitment of new engineering staff in Britain, a sharp focus on innovation, thought leadership and sustainability. They now have factories in the UK and Poland and showrooms in Chelsea, London and SoHo, New York.