At the heart of every one of our interiors lies a sense of imagination and often that is all it takes to turn something old into something entirely new. Reuse and reinvention are woven through our design philosophy, celebrating the beauty of transformation and the joy of giving objects a second life.
A Fresh Look at the Familiar
There is nothing more rewarding than rediscovering a forgotten piece and seeing its potential. A well-worn armchair, an overlooked chest of drawers, or a simple lampshade can be transformed through bold pattern, playful colour and thoughtful detailing. Reupholstered in embroidered fabric or painted in a vibrant hue, these revived pieces bring individuality and spirit to a room. They are also kinder to the environment, making design with a conscience all the more satisfying.
A Sustainable Approach
Upcycling celebrates both creativity and conscience. Across our projects, leftover fabrics are never wasted but instead find new purpose, transformed into patchwork creatures like our Kit Cat Patchwork Animal, framed textile art, or decorative appliqué. Every offcut holds potential, and these details bring authenticity and a sense of hand-crafted beauty that no mass-produced item could replicate.
Stories Woven In
Found fabrics are often reimagined as cushions or headboards, giving each room a story of its own and rewriting the narrative of the textile itself.
Inspiration for the Everyday
Reusing with imagination begins with simple gestures, such as recovering a lampshade in a favourite fabric or painting a mirror frame in a joyful colour. Each creative act breathes new life into forgotten objects and reminds us that great design often starts with what we already have.
Upcycling the Kit Kemp way is about reimagining rather than replacing, transforming the familiar into something extraordinary through creativity, craft and care.