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Artichoke's Bruce Hodgson: 'The mind and the eye have an emotional connection that can never be achieved in the digital world'

Bruce Hodgson, founder of Artichoke, explains why exquisite furniture is not only the result of craftsmanship and high-quality materials, but also of time.

Artichoke's Bruce Hodgson on getting restoration right: 'There is no need for a period house to feel like a museum'

Bruce Hodgson of Artichoke explains why carefully conceived, beautifully executed joinery is vital to the evolution of a period house in the 21st century.

By Artichoke Published 4 December 20
The lost art of English joinery: 'Without it, even the grandest room will be nothing more than a box'

In the revival of interest in English country houses, beautifully designed joinery is often overlooked. Bruce Hodgson, founder of Artichoke, explains how door casements, shutters, panelling, skirtings, architraves, cornicing and dados can transform a space.

By Artichoke Published 22 June 20

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Artichoke's Bruce Hodgson: 'The mind and the eye have an emotional connection that can never be achieved in the digital world'

Artichoke's Bruce Hodgson on getting restoration right: 'There is no need for a period house to feel like a museum'

The lost art of English joinery: 'Without it, even the grandest room will be nothing more than a box'