Whether we're on a city break or attending a conference, we all want home comforts when staying in a hotel. And not just from our bedrooms, either. We want somewhere to meet friends or clients, take a break or just people-watch while we catch up on emails. As a hotel manager, you'll know this is why your lobby can be the most popular spot for guests. And because you have so many different people to cater for, day and night, you'll need hardworking furniture and accessories that can adapt to …
HOW DO I CLEAN MY CHAIR FABRIC?
Fabric can make or break the final design of a chair. It can be the difference between drab and wow factor, and we guess you’ve chosen the latter, so how do you keep it that way? Burgess has a huge range of fabrics in our collection, from renowned brand such as Panaz, Sunbury Design and Agua to name but a few. Different fabrics will all have varying care instructions, faux leather to polyester to velvet, for example, but there are a few things you can do across the board to keep those …
CHARGE ON THE GO: HOW TO INTEGRATE TECHNOLOGY WITH YOUR BREAK OUT SPACE
We've all been there, rushing out the door to a meeting when the dreaded bleep comes from your phone. Battery low. Within the hospitality industry, huge varieties of people will pass through your spaces; off to meetings, dates, dinner, off to clinch that lucrative business deal; and according to Statista, 94% of adults own a mobile phone*. That's almost everyone. As a hotel, for example, your main aim is to make sure your guests are as comfortable, looked after and prepared for their day as much …
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INTRODUCING: RYALL & YORATH
Have you ever wondered how we choose the names for our products? This year, to celebrate our 60th anniversary, we've been thinking a lot about what it is that makes us special. The answer? Our incredible staff members. Company-wide, the majority of our employees boast employment records of 10+ years, with many making our 25 year club. There's even a few that have clocked up over 35 years! Because of this amazing commitment, we decided to name some of our new bedroom range chairs after our …
IT ALL STACKS UP
The simple stacking chair. It's what we're famous for. Back in 1939 our founder, Gerry (Gerald) Burgess, became British Amateur Tandem Cycling Champion. Inspired by his love of the sport, in 1946 immediately after the Second World War, he started his own business called GB Cycle Components Ltd, manipulating aluminium to create racing bicycle handlebars. Pedal forward 13 years to 1939 and Mr. Burgess met a designer who queried; "You're manipulating aluminium tubes, would you try and make me …
INTRODUCING: VIRAM & WALSH
Have you ever wondered how we choose the names for our products? This year, to celebrate our 60th anniversary, we've been thinking a lot about what it is that makes us special. The answer? Our incredible staff members. Company-wide, the majority of our employees boast employment records of 10+ years, with many making our 25 year club. There's even a few that have clocked up over 35 years! Because of this amazing commitment, we decided to name some of our new bedroom range chairs after our …