Our long running Pergola commission in Chiswick, finally came to an end yesterday. These 3 pergolas line what will soon be a newly landscaped 'nut walk'. Set within the gardens of what was the renowned 18th century author's house, these arches will eventually support Hazel
I eased myself into 2019 with my contribution to the #150mmchallenge. This exercise is something has originated out the Artist Blacksmithing BA degree course at Hereford Art college. It's beautifully simple and involves making anything you want, primarily forged, from one length of 150mm 20mm square
This year I have been ahead of the curve, working on some new pieces well in advance of our stand at the London design fair in September. We will be exhibiting in the British Craft Pavilion which has been curated by the folks at Hole
We have just finished work on this rather fun oversize wrought iron bench. At over 3 metres long this piece is super comfortable thanks to the contoured back and can easily seat 5 people along its length. This project is similar to the curved garden
Yesterday saw the installation of this garden ironwork in West Sussex. This commission involved designing and making 3 gates, an integrated arch and over 6m of railing. It is so satisfying to see a project fulfil its potential. Watching a proposal move from an initial
The design of our modern iron door knocker has always been a firm favourite of ours. Known as the 'Big Boy' because of his substantial proportions. This knocker combines considered aesthetics with the unique plastic properties of the hot forging process. We have just updated
Last week we completed forging this nature inspired gate which we will be installing in a lovely garden in Kent. The clients were keen on a design that combined both repeat pattern and a more organic aesthetic. The design we developed takes its cue from
Our current Chichester iron gates commission is almost at an end. We have riveted together all 3 garden gates and fitted the hot forged collars. The gate shown here will sit within a metal arch that we are currently working on. I love the negative
This is where the magic happens and one of the most efficient combinations in our forge. The trio of gas furnace, power hammer and coke forge make for super productive days, extreme heat and hours of wearing ear defenders! Recently we have been forging lots of