Interior Design Holiday

April 26th – 29th 2011

Rothay Manor is delighted to again offer an 'Interior Design Holiday’ for 2011.
 
The successful Interior Design event in 2010, found guests enthusing about how Christine shared her in depth knowledge, skills and lively presentations leaving all involved feeling more informed, confident and inspired about their future Interior Design exploits!
 
 
The event is designed for people with an interest in interior design; the emphasis is on a pleasant and relaxing break in the company of fellow enthusiasts, rather than formal teaching. Groups are limited to 16 to ensure personal attention, and are well suited to anyone on their own.
 
There will be a range of practical Interior Design workshops and escorted visits to meet local Interior Design related trades people and places of interest.
 
The workshops are informal and very informative.  The programme encourages discussion and offers problem solving techniques that enables clients to tackle personal decorating and design issues. The focus will be to improve confidence and provide inspiration.
 
The workshops will cover basic skills, knowledge and techniques in COLOUR, ROOM PLANNING, STYLE and SOFT FURNISHINGS.

Lectures and DVDS will encourage you to discuss products and design. Products under discussion represent some of the best in the industry such as SANDERSON FABRICS, DESIGNERS GUILD, BRINTON CARPETS.

 
The following are a range of venues we will visit during your holiday. Venues may change without notification.
 
Arts and Crafts Master piece - Windermere Motor Boat Racing Club
A half-day visit  to discover the work of renowned Arts & Crafts Architect C. F. A. Voysey's. Voysey was a prolific architect and designer and the interior here is a testament to his Interior Design abilities. You will be able to see wallpaper, textiles and finishes designed by Voysey himself in the formal areas of the property.   
This is a rare opportunity to see the architectural work of Arts and Crafts Master C.F. VOYSEY in this beautiful lakeside location. The property has formal gardens that run down to Lake Windermere and was also featured in the film ‘The French Lieutenant’s Woman’. From this wonderful vantage point you can enjoy an Afternoon Tea overlooking Windermere Lake.
 

Stained Glass
Glass is an important and under used material in most homes, during the event we will discuss how to apply glass to enhance our interiors. To support this theme we will be visiting a stained glass workshop in Kendal. Northern Lights specialize in restoration work, and glass painting techniques. We will view a range of stained glass work and have the opportunity to discuss the various techniques and applications for this ancient craft. Ranges of products are available for sale.
 

Soft Furnishings Showroom and Workshop.
We will be able to peruse an extensive showroom full of fabrics, wallpapers and object d’art and have a talk on the art of soft furnishing in the workroom.
 

The Rug Shop – info to follow
 

The Weaving Shop - info to follow
 

The Tutor: Christine Hamilton
Christine’s first successful event for Rothay Manor was in 2010. Christine’s career has involved her in product design as well as both commercial and domestic interior design commissions. Her love of colour and well planned interior spaces with clearly defined living zones have developed over an Interior Design career spanning 25 years. Her company Bi Design offers a unique online Interior Design Service directed at the home enthusiast DIY market along with a Bespoke Personal Design Service. She is a qualified lecturer and has lectured extensively in her chosen field of Interior Design. Christine has written for her local newspapers, contributed to 'Décor' a trade publication and been a guest speaker on radio Cleveland. She can be contacted at bi.design@ntlworld.com
 
Other information
 
One day workshop events are available. Please enquire for further information.
 
 
 

Previous clients testimonies-

J. Thomson  (April 2010) says - My head is reeling from the inspiring ideas Christine gave us on the Course. Thanks to you it was a great success and I certainly hope to implement some of your brilliant suggestions into my home. I thought that Christine achieved a good balance between learning and interior design related leisure activities.

J. Catchpole (April 2010) says – I came to improve my Interior Design confidence; I certainly did that and left with so many ideas. The event went beyond my expectations.

"There is no style so coveted in interior design as authentic period style, immerse yourself in centuries of social and architectural delights." 

(Source unknown)

The 4-night holiday runs from Monday evening through to Friday morning. Prices are per person and include full English breakfast, morning coffee, 3-course dinner and VAT @ 20 % for the 4 night stay.

Non-participating partners are welcome, and the cost for them is £40 less than above.

We ask for a deposit of £150 per person for the 5-night holiday, which can be by cheque or credit card. This is non-refundable unless the room is subsequently relet, and cancellation insurance is available.

Programme - April 2010
Sunday
Afternoon	Guests arrive
7.00	Welcome Drink and introductory talk. Dinner at 7.45
Monday
9.30 - 10.45	Introducing Interior style
11.15 - 12.30	Identifying your own Interior Style
Afternoon	Free
7.15	Gather for Dinner at 7.45
Tuesday
9.30 - 10.45	A talk and presentation about colour schemes
11.15- 12.30	Colour scheme techniques
12.15 - 1.00	Lunch
1.00 - 4.30	Depart for a visit to Dalemain, Penrith
7.15	Gather for Dinner at 7.45
Wednesday
9.30 -10.45	Investigating the creation of a 'mood board'
11.15 - 12.30	Creating your own 'mood board'
1.00 - 4.00	Visit to Windermere Motor Boat Racing Club - an Arts & Craft property
6.30 - 7.45	Discussion and appraisal of practical work
7.45	Dinner
Thursday
9.30 - 4.30	An all day outing to Kendal and Sizergh Castle (Light Lunch included)
6.30 - 7.45
7.15	Gather for Dinner at 7.45
Friday
Morning	Guests depart after breakfast
Breakfast  8.15 onwards      Coffee Break   10.45 - 11.15     Dinner    7.45 pm