From beautiful properties to abstract art, interior designers, luxury bedding and divine garden homes, egg brings you a fabulous selection of Scottish businesses (and good eggs) to have on your radar in this interiors special, sponsored by Gilson Gray. We’re also delighted to announce our first ever homes & interiors event with broadcaster, interior designer and Influencer of the Year Anna Campbell-Jones on 2nd May at The Scotsman Hotel, Edinburgh…
Outside in Garden Rooms
Outside In is a multi-award winning, female-led business specialising in designing, building and installing luxury Garden Rooms. They also build Glamping Pods for distribution throughout the UK. The business was set up by Mel Russell in 2017 when she spotted a gap in the market for bespoke garden rooms, custom built in Scotland. During COVID, the business grew so rapidly that Mel’s sister, Wendy, joined to assist with the expansion on the east side of the country.
“We're fierce advocates of solid planning, project management, quality controls and client relations," says Mel. "Our team are all employees who now work a four-day week, which is pretty unheard of in the construction industry but it leads to a really strong team, delivering a high-end product.”
Find out more here or visit their showroom at Klondyke Garden Centre in Mortonhall, Edinburgh, and Livingston.
Graystone Gallery
Graystone Gallery is one of Edinburgh's newest fine art destinations, specialising in contemporary Scottish painting and sculpture. Offering beautiful landscapes, cityscapes and seascapes as well as outstanding abstract and semi-abstract pieces by internationally collected artists, it’s an art lover's dream located on 52 Hamilton Place. Husband and wife duo Rob and Lesley Briggs are the creative minds behind the gallery. They’re passionate about supporting and nurturing Scottish artists. They love building and maintaining connections and it’s been their dream to open their own gallery.
“Lesley worked in fashion before embarking on her own art journey in 2017. I worked in business communications,” Rob reveals. Adding, “Since then, Lesley has completed an MA in History of Art and assisted the Chief Archivist at the Whitechapel Gallery before we moved here 3 years ago. We got the keys for our current gallery in Stockbridge at the end of October 2023. We love learning and expanding our offering.”
Lesley’s Top Tip… Colour and art truly enhance a space but buying art is a highly personal experience. Smartist is an app that allows us to create virtual rooms and hang virtual art in them. We use this tool to show a client what a piece of art might look like in their home at no cost. We also offer a free home trial service in Edinburgh.
egg members receive 10% off any artworks. Graystone Gallery also offer Own Art - a scheme which allows you to spread your payments over 10 months, interest free. graystonegallery.com
Mairi Helena
Edinburgh-based textile and wallpaper design label Mairi Helena offers beautiful,vibrant designs inspired by Scotland's colourful and textural landscapes. It’s created through taking elements of Mairi’s photographic portfolio and using a variety of print processes including digital and hand screen-printing. The collection includes velvet and linen fabrics by the metre, wallpapers, cushions, merino lambswool throws, prints, lampshades and tableware. View her fabric and wallpapers at her studio on Broughton Street, Edinburgh, where you can chat cushions, lampshades and get colour inspiration. By appointment only.
Fun fact about Mairi: Prior to running her business, she was a small animal vet. She loves having swapped her stethoscope for her camera lens!
Follow her on Instagram @mairihelena and Facebook @mairihelenascotland
Raison Home Edinburgh
In-home designer and director Sarah Maguire of Raison Home Edinburgh spent the first 20 years of her career working in increasingly senior roles in banking. After deciding it was time to step away from corporate life, she followed her heart and enrolled in a course at the National Design Academy. Fast forward to January 2022 and Raison Home was born.
The company specialises in kitchen, bathroom and bedroom renovation projects, from design through to installation. She operates across Edinburgh and the Lothians and works with clients in the comfort of their own homes.
“I love getting to know my clients and creating their dream home,” explains Sarah. “I know that some people find home renovation projects daunting but it should be a positive experience and I’m there to guide my clients through every step of the process. I look after everything from the smallest details, to helping with the big decisions that make such a difference to the finished interior.
I invest a lot of time and effort to source elements that really create the wow factor. Using Virtual Reality helps clients see their vision come to life and gives time to evolve their thinking and make changes before installation.”
To find out more about how egg members can receive up to 10% off Raison Home Edinburgh, click here.
Gilson Gray
Buying, selling, letting or renting? Our sponsors Gilson Gray are Scotland’s leading estate agency and they have a huge portfolio of properties for sale across Scotland including Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee, St Andrews, North Berwick, East Lothian and Aberdeen. Browse online to find properties such as 6 Donaldson Crescent, read about ways to add value to your home or get some expert advice from the female strong team at our upcoming home & interiors event on 2nd May at The Scotsman Hotel. For exclusive offers for egg members, click here.
Renée Turner Interiors
East-Lothian based interior designer Renée Turner found her enthusiasm for interior design while designing and building her own home. Swapping a corporate career in oil and gas for her own interior design business in 2018, she now helps clients create personal and bespoke spaces with furniture design, kitchens, bathrooms and general room designs.
“My approach goes beyond mere aesthetics because I really get to know and understand the unique lifestyles, stories, and aspirations of my clients,” she tells us. “I aim to deliver residential design that reflects those who live in it because a home should be a sanctuary tailored to individual needs and comforts. Clients can expect a collaborative and transparent journey with me. I prioritise clear communication and involve clients in every step of the design process. I am also a champion of sustainability and thoughtful sourcing, encouraging upcycling or reupholstery where possible. My designs are not about trends but about timeless appeal and functionality.”
Renée’s Top Tip: Embrace personal style. Start with pieces you love and build around them. Don't be afraid to experiment by mixing styles, textures, and colour to create your space. Make sure you also get lots of samples to play with! Design with functionality in mind first and don’t forget lighting which can dramatically change the mood of a room.
Ava Innes
Ava Innes is an award-winning Scottish luxury bedding brand, based in Elgin. It provides the ultimate sleep experience with sustainability at the heart of the natural fibres used. Founded in 2019 by Joan Johnston, who’s previously worked with British and international luxury brands including Burberry, Ralph Lauren and Dunhill, Ava Innes helps people to consistently experience the well-being and rejuvenative effects of deep sleep and is committed to delivering an unparalleled experience for its customers. Recognised for its patented duvet with temperature-regulating qualities, the brand is driven by sustainability and proudly manufactures its product line of cashmere and wool duvets, Scottish wool pillows, cashmere and wool blankets and luxury gifting in the UK. The Ava Innes duvet was voted Best Winter Duvet by The Telegraph in October 2023. Do you need a good night’s sleep? Shop the luxury bedding brand online at www.avainnes.com. Use code eggmember at the checkout for 10% off.
Joan’s top tip: Craft a sleep sanctuary. Begin by considering the choice of materials in your bedroom space. Keep them as natural as possible. Avoid manmade fibres such as memory foam as it originates from oil. Choose natural fibres in your bedding avoiding poly blends. Let fresh air in and turn off the heating. A cool environment is the most conductive to sleep. Warmer temperatures reduce REM sleep and increase your chances of waking through the night.
Hen & Crask Interior Design (& Treize Homewares)
Hen & Crask is an interior design studio based in Edinburgh’s New Town. They specialise in residential and commercial design based and their work has been featured in Homes & Interiors Scotland, The New York Times and Scotland on Sunday, amongst others. “Our style is quite eclectic,” reveals Design Director Rachel Richmond. “We love to use texture, pattern and colour in our schemes. We have a lovely team who pay close attention to detail and produce beautiful spaces. We find inspiration from spaces all over the world. We’re also inspired by regular trips to Chelsea Harbour, London. We work with hundreds of trade partners which enables us to produce eclectic schemes.” For a free consultation service to talk about your interiors project, click here. H&C also run Treize Homewares and import beautiful rugs and artefacts from Morocco. Use code Treize10 for 10% off their beautiful rugs. They also offer no-obligation consultations and detailed quotations based on the needs of clients. www.henandcrask.com
Ella Fletcher Designs
Ella has been making ceramics since 2018. She started from a little studio at home in Edinburgh and is now working from a beautiful, converted hay barn just outside Pathhead in Midlothian.
“I noticed there was a gap in the market for colourful, unique homewares that didn't cost the earth. Ones that were made with thought and care - that's how Ella Fletcher Designs was born,” she tells us.
Adding, “I make everything from colourful mugs to jugs, plates and lamp bases. My products are designed to stand out from the crowd and are often inspired by the Scottish landscapes which attract locals and tourists alike!
Ella Fletcher Designs are now stocked in a variety of independent retailers across the UK. She also takes commissions. She’s offering eggs 10% off her designs at the egg homes & interiors event on 2nd May.
*egg event*
In need of some interior design inspiration? Hear about the latest trends, get advice from the experts and meet broadcaster, interior designer and Influencer of the Year Anna Campbell-Jones at the egg homes & interiors event on Thursday 2nd May. It takes place at The Scotsman Hotel, Edinburgh, 5.30pm-8pm. Exhibitors include Graystone Gallery, Raison Home, Hen & Crask, Gilson Gray, Renée Turner Interiors, Ava Innes and Outside In Garden Rooms.
Book tickets or read more about the event here. egg members entry £15, non-members £20. See you there!
*Image of Anna Campbell-Jones pictured by Andrew Jackson
