Baddesley Clinton, National Trust

It was a wonderful experience visiting the archive and working with Yvonne to explore the original point patter papers in order to really get a feel for the designs and the period that they encompassed. As the Ferrers were a well known Roman Catholic converts, we wanted to choose designs that reflected their religious learnings as well as the Victorian taste that features largely in the property. As stained glass windows, rich oak beams and ochre-washed walls appear throughout the house, we wanted to discover designs that did not merely coincide with the interiors but created a perfect balance between them. To judge by the positive comments we have received from visitors this seems to have been achieved. Two separate patterns were chosen for the field and border of the carpet to create one cohesive design that reflected the chosen period of 1870 – 1885. These were fitted on two staircases and two main corridors of the property. The carpet design perfectly reflects the character and spirit of the Ferrers family and it was a fantastic opportunity gradually and gently to increase the individuality of the house.