Village people: Designer employs local craftsmen

To create the Production Partnership collection, Grimshaw paired a Ramsgate-based sign maker with a seat weaver from the nearby village of Wingham. The two then helped Grimshaw create the different sections of the chairs.

By enlisting the skills of local craftspeople, Grimshaw is not only supporting local industry, but is also maintaining a low carbon footprint, as the travelling distance between each production stage remains relatively short.

The plans for the chairs were also published online, enabling other creatives and trades people to collaborate and make their own.

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