TEXINTEL TALKS - EPISODE 111 - Celebrating 100 years of textile printing excellence with Standfast & Barrracks and Lisa Montague
Lisa Montague, CEO of the Sanderson Design Group, discusses the centenary of Standfast & Barracks and the history of the company.
She highlights the devastating flood that the company faced and the subsequent transformation and shift towards digital and design-led printing. Lisa emphasises the importance of supporting the next generation of designers and the company's efforts in working with schools and apprenticeship schemes.
Lisa also talks about the heritage brands under the Sanderson Design Group umbrella, such as Zoffany, Morris & Co, and Sanderson, and the extensive archive of historic artifacts they hold.
The role of sustainability and innovation in the industry is emphasised, as well as the impact of digital printing on wallpaper and textiles. “
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Summary
Lisa Montague, CEO of the Sanderson Design Group, discusses the centenary of Stanfaston Barracks and the history of the company. She highlights the devastating flood that the company faced and the subsequent transformation and shift towards digital and design-led printing. Lisa emphasizes the importance of supporting the next generation of designers and the company's efforts in working with schools and apprenticeship schemes. She also talks about the heritage brands under the Sanderson Design Group umbrella, such as Zoffany, Morris & Co, and Sanderson, and the extensive archive of historic artifacts they hold.
Lisa notes the growing appreciation for artisan design and craft in the post-lockdown era. The conversation explores the skill and artistry of textile design, with a focus on the work of William Morris. It discusses the importance of form, content, and flow in creating repeatable patterns for different end uses. The conversation also highlights the commercial success of Morris's designs and the challenge of making them appeal to different markets and settings.
The role of sustainability and innovation in the industry is emphasized, as well as the impact of digital printing on wallpaper and textiles. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the future of the company, including plans to expand in the US market and explore licensing opportunities.
Takeaways
Sanderson Design Group celebrates the centenary of Stanfaston Barracks, highlighting the company's history and the challenges it has faced.
The flood that devastated the company led to a transformation and a shift towards digital and design-led printing.
Supporting the next generation of designers is a priority, and the company is involved in apprenticeship schemes and collaborations with schools.
The Sanderson Design Group encompasses heritage brands like Zoffany, Morris & Co, and Sanderson, with an extensive archive of historic artifacts.
There is a growing appreciation for artisan design and craft in the post-lockdown era, with a focus on preserving and reimagining patterns from the past.
William Morris's designs have been commercially successful for over 160 years.
The industry is focused on sustainability and innovation.
Digital printing has revolutionised wallpaper and textile production.
The company plans to expand in the US market and explore licensing opportunities.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Centenary Celebration
00:58 History of Stanfaston Barracks and Textile Printing
08:56 Supporting the Next Generation of Designers
15:56 Heritage Brands and Archive
22:34 The Return of Color, Print, and Embellishment in Design
23:13 The Importance of Form, Content, and Flow in Repeatable Patterns
29:25 Challenges and Innovations in Digital Printing for Wallpapers and Textiles
33:25 The Power of Experimentation and Pushing Boundaries in Design
35:55 Democratizing the Design Space through Smaller Print Runs and Collaborations
38:10 Cracking the US Market and Expanding the Licensing Business
