William Morris Surface Designer

William Morris (24 March 1843 - 3 October 1896) was an english textile designer and socialist activist associated with the British Arts and Crafts Movement. William was a major contributor to the revival of traditional british textile arts and methods of production. 
His contributions helped to establish the modern fantasy genre, while he played a significant role in propagating the early socialist movement in britain. 
In 1861, William founded a decorative arts firm with Burne-Jones, Rossetti, Webb and others: the Morris, Marshal, Faulkner & Co. Becoming highly fashionable and much in demand, the firm profoundly influenced interior decoration throughout the Victorian period. With William designing tapestries, wallpaper, fabrics, furniture and stained glass windows. In 1875, William assumed total control of the company, which was renamed Morris & Co.

                  

These beautiful patterns i think to be on fabric have a sophisticated and free-spirited feel to them that would have people lining up for them. With some pieces have a one colour palette others have a realistic multi coloured palette but both go harmoniously well with the pattern design. Strong clear imagery give of the feel that is one were to hold the fabric it would be soft. William Morris has created lovely pieces that I would love to have has they hold many emotions with the combination of the delicate imagery detail and the different toned colours that will have peoples attention any where.
All of William Morris's work to me are very successful and it is a shame that he has passed.

Giles Miller Studio Suface Designer

London-based design practise, Giles Miller Studio, specialises in the development of truly innovative surface and interior design projects. The studio prides itself on the ability to deliver a diverse range of surface solutions that marry architecture with beautiful interior finish through inspiring surface development. 

The studio has not only attained extensive international press coverage but has also created acclaimed work for some of the world's most prestigious brand-names across a variety of industries. 

This 3D surface design project has a very limited colour palette of two colours blue and brown, many shades of them have created a pattern imagery that is strong and clear to see. These colours also give off calming waves to those who look at it. The pattern has the affect that it looks like it is coming out in a spike form. It seems like if you run your fingers on it, it will have a smooth yet creased like texture to it. It is appealing to the eyes and would get people considering is for their home design making it successful. I myself like the shades of blue and the pattern design it has though i don't like the brown pieces.

Rob Ryan Surface Designer

Timney Fowler is instantly recognisable, with striking individuality and unquestionable quality.
Timney offers modern interpretation of neo classical images favoured by all of the top decorators. The modern fabrics designs and modern wallpapers design are unique, black and white, neutral, neo classical designs are based on classical imagery.


 
This beautiful pattern has been made into a wallpaper that decorates this persons home. Subtle limited colours with a faded affect bring a vintage theme that works harmoniously with the many old fashioned clocks/ pocket watches nicely. The small text looks neat and is in comparison with the clocks. I love this pattern and would also like to decorate my home as either as cushions or wallpaper or even a spread. It's nice to look at and is easy on the eyes. I find it a strong success.  

Lucienne Day Surface Design

Lucienne Day (5 january 1917 - 30 January 2010) was a british textile designer. Inspired by abstract art, she pioneered the use of bright, optimistic, abstract patterns in post-war england and was eventually celebrated worldwide. Though her career, Lucienne won many awards, including the International Design Award of the american institute of decorators in 1952 and the Gran Premio prize at the milan triennale in1954. In 1962 she was made a Royal Designer for the Industry (RDI) an award which honours designers who have achieved "sustained excellence in aesthetic and efficient design for the industry." Lucienne was the fifth woman to be made an RDI.
Her breakthrough print was 'Calyx', a brightly coloured textile that she created for the Festival of Britain in 1951. She originated hundreds of colourful abstract prints for industry clients such as Heal's and BOAC.




I believe that this was done by print on fabric, limited subtle colour palette seems to highlight the pattern well even though the colours are low-key. The abstract pattern, looks like cups, is appealing to the eyes and could hold the viewers attention. Although abstract the imagery is clear and neat not messy or chaotic that would confuse the viewer, which is why it's easy for the eyes to follow. It's a nice pattern that one could see decorating their home in different product styles, (cushions, curtains etc.)
To me this abstract pattern is successful and Luicenne was talented.

Songs that are Inspiring

I'm Alive by Becca

Enamel by SID

Big Time by B.T.R

Stronger by Glee

Weightless by Natasha Bedingfield 

The song i like the most out of this list even though I love them all is I'm Alive by Becca. Here are the lyrics...

"I'm Alive!"

Nothing I say comes out right,
I cant love without a fight,
No one ever knows my name,
When I pray for sun, it rains.
I’m so sick of wasting time,
But nothings moving in my mind,
Inspiration cant be found,
I get up and fall but,

I’m Alive, I’m Alive, oh yeah
Between the good and bad is where you'll find me,
Reaching for heaven.
I will fight, and Ill sleep when I die,
I’ll live my life, I’m Alive!

Every lover breaks my heart,
And I know it from the start,
Still I end up in a mess,
Every time I second guess.
All my friends just run away,
When I’m having a bad day,
I would rather stay in bed, but I know there’s a reason.

I’m Alive, I’m Alive, oh yeah
Between the good and bad is where you’ll find me,
Reaching for heaven.
I will fight, and Ill sleep when I die,
I’ll live my life, I’m Alive!

When I’m bored to death at home,
When he wont pick up the phone,
When I’m stuck in second place,
Those regrets I cant erase.
Only I can change the end,
Of the movie in my head,
There’s no time for misery,
I wont feel sorry for me.

I’m Alive, I’m Alive, oh yeah
Between the good and bad is where you’ll find me,
Reaching for heaven.
I will fight, and Ill sleep when I die,
Ill live my life, ohhh!

I’m Alive, I’m Alive, oh yeah
Between the good and bad is where you’ll find me,
Reaching for heaven.
I will fight, and Ill sleep when I die,
Ill live my life,
Ill live my life,
I’M ALIVE!!!!!!!

Surface Designer Orla Kiely

Orla credits her grandmother with being the creative influence in her life.

Orla Kiely is an Irish fashion designer still working in london. She began her career designing hats, and moved on to design work on handbags and a variety of other items. Orla received a Master's degree from the Royal College of Art. She worked with several companies before setting up her own business.
Awards Orla Kiely as won are Irish Tatler Woman of the year, UK Fashion Export Awards (Twice) and UK Fashion Export Gold Award.
Orla was described by 'The Guardian' as "The Queen of Prints." As her designs have been used for a variety of objects, including kitchenware, stationery, furniture, wallpaper, and a range of citroen DS3 cars. 

Orla Kiely mainly does block print as she is interested in the looks the prints makes on different fabric and textures mostly wallpaper, duvets and cushions.
These soft textures with calming floral prints will give a peaceful atmosphere and comfort to the room.  
Pattern prints on textured fabric is Orla Kiely's type of style. Colour palette can range from a limited three colour print to several colours on another print, though all seem to sinc with each other. Earthy soft colours seem to fit the retro yet calming theme. Simple yet lovely patterns have made a brand for Orla Kiely with their retro floral look. Many have Orla's design's in their homes as they are popular and homey to the eye. I also find these designs nice and cute yet the colours aren't really to my liking but they could grow on you.