New development showcases local Farnham suppliers
Cala Homes has opened a new showhome at its Birchwood development in Farnham, decorated with a range of products from makers and suppliers in the surrounding area.
As part of Cala’s Showhome of Support initiative, the housebuilder has partnered with independent retailers in the Farnham area to furnish the home with locally produced items. The initiative aims to celebrate the creative talent of Surrey while supporting small businesses, with each item clearly signposted for visitors to learn more about its origin.
As you enter the showhome, welcoming scents fill the home thanks to a delightful reed diffuser from Wax Botanix, alongside eco-conscious candles from Rosemary and Ridgeway and natural soy soaps from Green Laurels.
In the kitchen, visitors are greeted with a variety of treats. These include bottled beers from Hogs Back Brewery, roasted coffee beans from Bell’s Beans, and pure raw honey from Little Green Bees, each produced locally and reflecting the flavours of the surrounding Farnham countryside.
Art and design take centre stage throughout the interiors. Textile designer Nao.O.Fukumoto has provided a striking handwoven scarf, crafted using the traditional Japanese Ikat technique with natural silks, wools and linens. From the handcrafted ceramics of Wonersh Interiors to Susie Lidstone’s watercolours capturing Farnham’s character and the uplifting floral prints of Eimear Nichols, each piece brings its own personality to the Birchwood showhome.
The interiors were designed by Dapa Atelier, who collaborated with Cala to curate the space.
Louise Sellar, Sales and Marketing Director at Dapa Atelier, said: “Engaging with local suppliers at Birchwood has been an incredibly rewarding process. Every item has been carefully selected not only to reflect Farnham’s creative spirit, but also to honour the artisans behind them.
“From handcrafted textiles to delicious treats, our aim was for visitors to experience the essence of the community, brought to life through the locally sourced elements of our design.”
Situated less than a mile from Farnham town centre, Birchwood offers an exciting new collection of stylish 1- and 2-bedroom apartments alongside 2-, 3-, 4- and 5-bedroom houses. With Farnham station within walking distance and excellent road connections via the A31, the development is ideal for commuters and families alike. Residents can enjoy the best of both worlds: the charm of a historic market town surrounded by green space, with London only an hour away by train.
For more information on Cala’s Birchwood development or to schedule a tour of the showhome, visit https://www.cala.co.uk/homes-for-sale/south-east-england/surrey/birchwood-farnham/. To learn more about Cala’s Showhome of Support initiative, visit www.cala.co.uk/showhomeofsupport.