Introducing Harford

Introducing Harford

May 25, 2021

We have taken a step in a new direction, launching a collection of luxurious, tufted rugs and runners; all made in the UK using British wool. The Story From the company’s earliest conception our founders designed tufted rugs. Their original sketches and development work adorn the walls of our design studio. These designs have served as a reminder to us to … Read More

Roger Oates Lifestyle: Cushions and Throws

Roger Oates Lifestyle: Cushions and Throws

November 19, 2019

“Investing in some key textile pieces is one of the easiest and most versatile ways to introduce colour to a space. Whether it be a rug, blanket, cushions, or an upholstered piece – they can be used anywhere in the home.”  Our flatweave cushions are a wonderful way to bring colour and texture into your … Read More

Making An Entrance – Part 2

Making An Entrance – Part 2

August 19, 2017

Here we continue our top tips for making your entrance hall an area of the home that can delight and inspire. The front hall is where we get to shut the door on the hustle and bustle of the outside world. It’s where we greet our guests, it’s the entrance to our own kingdom and the first impression people … Read More

Making An Entrance – Part 1

Making An Entrance – Part 1

August 1, 2017

Hallways, often looked upon as somewhere to throw your keys, drop a bag or kick off shoes; it’s the thoroughfare and not the destination of a home. Today, we share Part 1 of our top tips and picks for making an entrance hall a place to saviour, not just to rush through. An entrance hall can be … Read More

Interior Designer Profile: Salvesen Graham

Interior Designer Profile: Salvesen Graham

May 31, 2017

This time in our series of ‘behind the scenes’ posts, we’re excited to be talking to the design duo behind Salvesen Graham, Nicole Salvesen and Mary Graham. With a combined 20 years’ experience, specialising in classic interiors with a modern twist, who better to quiz about their design inspiration, style and favourite places to shop? How long have … Read More

The Interest of Pinterest

The Interest of Pinterest

May 12, 2017

It seems like these days if you’re starting a new interiors project, the first thing to do is to set up a new Pinterest board. Whether you’re going it alone or working with a designer, creating a board can help pull colours together, solidify ideas, and sometimes take you in a completely different direction. It … Read More

Edited to Perfection

Edited to Perfection

February 23, 2017

For the next in our ongoing series taking a sneak peek ‘behind the scenes’, we are excited to bring you this interview with Erica Davis, a stylist, fashion journalist, brand consultant, and the creative force behind the award-nominated blog, The Edited. Erica Davies, has over fifteen years experience as Fashion Director on national newspapers and … Read More

Colour of the Year 2017

Colour of the Year 2017

September 12, 2016

Dulux has announced it’s colour for 2017, Denim Drift , described at their launch as; “a beautiful, timeless and versatile grey-blue’. We couldn’t put it better ourselves.  Here at Roger Oates, we too are incredibly taken with this grey-blue colour palette for exactly the same reasons. So, in honour of this fabulous new arrival for … Read More

A Long Running Story

A Long Running Story

July 16, 2016

We are thrilled to bring you another in our series which goes ‘behind the scenes’ of our clients and their runners, you can read the first here. It’s always a pleasure to find out more about our clients and the exciting ways they choose to use our  products, it’s interesting to discover what drew them to Roger … Read More

Open Days at Roger Oates

Open Days at Roger Oates

May 6, 2016

On Friday 20th and Saturday 21st May 2016, we are throwing our doors open to the public! We’d love for you to join us between 10.00am – 4.00pm, so make room in your diary. Glimpse Behind the Scenes You’ll be able to ask us questions and discover more about what we do, from the initial design concept to the finished product. … Read More