Speaking at Spring Fair 2026
Andy will be speaking at Spring Fair 2026 at the NEC Birmingham from 1 - 4 February 2026.
Retail Real Talk: The Lessons That Matter - Saturday 1 February, 12:00–12:45, The Design Studio
A solo session exploring the practical lessons from designing retail spaces that work commercially and create genuine connection with customers.
Ditching trend forecasts and expert pronouncements, join us for an honest dive into the real essentials of great retail. Based on two decades of continuous learning, we'll share practical, hard-won insights on embracing collaboration, building authentic community, designing flexible spaces and valuing your in-store teams. Walk away with wisdom discovered not from theory but from real projects and honest conversations.
The Art of Curation: Stories That Spaces Tell - Sunday 2 February, 11:00–11:45, The Design Studio
A panel discussion with Gavin Watts (Define), Rumi Bunya (Rumi Bunya Design), and James Roberts (James Roberts Interior Design) on how designed spaces communicate brand narratives and create memorable experiences.
Great spaces tell unforgettable stories. Discover how to use curation, composition and considered design to create visual narratives that resonate. Together we'll explore how designers create meaningful flow, why imperfection invites warmth, and how to balance intentional eclecticism with coherence. Walk away with practical frameworks for transforming environments into immersive, story-driven spaces that move people emotionally and aesthetically.
Both sessions are in The Design Studio at Spring Fair. The event runs across four days with exhibitors spanning home, gift, and retail sectors.
If you're attending, come and say hello!
Contact us if you would like to arrange a meeting.
Retail Real Talk: The Lessons That Matter - Saturday 1 February, 12:00–12:45, The Design Studio
The Art of Curation: Stories That Spaces Tell - Sunday 2 February, 11:00–11:45, The Design Studio