News, articles and musings from the workshop and beyond

 
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Inspired by | Cotehele

Cotehele is a stunning medieval Tudor house near Saltash and is the subject of our Inspired By series today. The house really is one of the best historic palaces to explore, with magical. turrets, pretty courtyards and an exceptionally grand hall which conjures up images of Tudor banquets.

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Inspired by | Tintagel

Set high on Cornwall’s rugged north coast, Tintagel inspires conjured images of mediaeval knights and romantic mythical tales, due in part to its link to the legend of King Arthur, but also because of its dramatic cliff top position. Craggy slate-infused cliffs line the coastline and a National Trust walk starting from Bossiney Cove, takes you across coarse landscapes, clambering up steep slopes and dodging sheer drops to discover hidden coves, sandy beaches and fresh waterfalls.

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How to choose a coffee table for your Living Room

We are often asked about our coffee tables and how to go about choosing the right table for your space. If you’re like us, your coffee table has a whole host of functions, from footrest to drinks repository or beautifully styled as a platform for your collection of coffee table books. Choosing the right size and style for your home can be tough though and we often get questions from customers about how to make this decision.

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Around the kitchen table

Why creating the perfect focal point for your home life is so important. Whether you’ve been spending more time cooking, homeschooling or just enjoying spending more time investing in family dinner time rituals, how we style and fit our homes and, especially, our kitchens have been the pillar of our lives more than ever before.

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Notes on sustainability

Good design, quality and function. Unique and sustainable furniture that tells nature’s story. When you choose a Burr & Knot piece, you are investing in the future. All our materials are ethically sourced, from certified British timber merchants and we are passionate about preserving English woodland, already replanting trees on our own land.

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Materials we use

Harnessing the best of British wood and raw materials such as live edge oak, slate and marble, design is at the core of every unique handcrafted piece and it is this love for using unusual natural materials, combined with a commitment to creating superior quality, that sets Burr & Knot apart from other furniture brands. 

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