BIID Panel Talk - What makes an interior truly timeless?

Exclusive to Design Central North West 2025 is Talk Space – the place where ideas, creativity, and inspiration collide at Design Central North West 2025! Across two action-packed days, you’ll hear from trailblazing designers, business leaders, and creative thinkers who are shaping the future of interiors. Expect bold discussions, practical insights, and plenty of fresh ideas to take straight back to your projects.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and be inspired at Talk Space!

What makes an interior truly timeless?

Unpack the catchphrase “timeless interior” in conversation with the BIID. Exploring both residential and commercial interiors, this panel will pick apart the aspects that make an interior truly timeless. From sustainable, long-lasting products to navigating trends, you will leave inspired.

MEET THE PANEL

Anna Bennett, Grove Design, BIID Regional Ambassador

Anna Bennett started her journey in interior design 8 years ago. Anna established her own practice before taking over as Design Director of Grove Design London in 2018.​

Her practice has grown over time; she works with homeowners to create authentic homes and with brands in the commercial and hospitality sectors. Anna works throughout the UK and further afield. Her approach to design puts the client or the brand at the heart of the project. Using her accreditation in advanced colour and design psychology principles, she creates spaces that support the well-being of the client and, through careful consideration of sustainability, the well-being of the environment. Anna is a member of the BIID CPD Committee and has recently become a BIID Ambassador for the North and North West.

James Roberts from James Roberts Interiors

A qualified engineer and formal training at both Sandhurst and the Royal College of Art, James brings a rare balance of technical precision, strategic insight and creative vision to his work.

Over a 25-year career, he has worked across product design, packaging, furniture, and interiors—shaping everything from mass-market innovations and sportswear at NIKE to bespoke commissions and community projects such as Chester’s Supertrees.

Today, James focuses on place-making, with a portfolio that spans alpine chalets, private residences in Mallorca, country estates, Michelin-starred restaurants, and refined office environments. His belief-led, craft-driven approach continues to attract like-minded clients and collaborators who share his commitment to sustainable outcomes with lasting impact.

Iliada Rossi, Interior Designer, Rossi Studio

Iliada Rossi is the Founder and Design Director of Rossi Studio, an interior architecture and design practice known for delivering refined, considered spaces across the residential, hospitality, and commercial sectors.

Born in Brasília and inspired by the city’s iconic modernist architecture, Iliada brings a strong architectural sensibility to every project. Her ability to translate a client’s vision into elegant, timeless interiors is matched by her attention to detail and creative direction.

Melinda Kiss, Keyhole Interiors

Melinda Kiss is the Creative Director and founder of Keyhole Interiors, a multi-award-winning interior design studio based in Lancashire. Founded in 2017, the studio has delivered projects across the UK in both residential and hospitality sectors. With over a decade of industry experience, Melinda is recognised for her architectural approach to design, balancing functionality with timeless elegance to create bespoke, detail-oriented interiors.

**Please remember, you must be already pre-booked to gain entry to our Design Central North West Interiors Show to attend our Talk Space sessions**

Why attend Design Central North West Interiors Show?

* The Original interiors trade show event in the North West

* The latest AW collections and inspirational designs from 60+ brands

* Dedicated to the interiors trade audience

* Established 2 day show and our 16th Consecutive show

* Recognised by the British Institute of Interior Design

* Daily interior talks and masterclass sessions

* Bring a Client** with you to walk the show together

* Creative space to unwind

* Ultimate interactive event companion App

* All under one roof

* Stunning location and venue facilities

* Delicious freshly prepared lunches, treats, bakes and refreshments

* Free parking

* Printed show guide

* Plus it's FREE to attend!

BOOK YOUR FREE TRADE TICKETS NOW!

23rd September 2025 10am - 5pm

24th September 2025 10am - 4:30pm

Feedback from our shows:

" The 'Luxury Interiors Trade Show' at Capesthorne Hall did not disappoint" @singletonbespoke

"Exciting to have a interior design show close to home!"

@aimeebalcombe.interiors

"A really great day at Design Central meeting suppliers and connecting with designers"

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"Rooms full of goodies" @live_by_george

"Was great to meet so many interesting people" @rew_interiors

"Really excited to see new trends, fabrics and furniture...Beautiful surroundings" @cole_and_fox_interiors

"Busy day meeting up with some fellow designers and getting inspired by lots of lovely wallpapers and fabrics at Design Central. Fab location at Capesthorne Hall" @kparslowinteriors

"A great day as always, so lucky to have this fabulous event so close to Manchester. Caught up with so many of my favourite designers, fabric houses and brands! Thank you for another great show this year."

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"Fantastic event at Design Central UK. Great to see some well known brands and some new ones alike" @biddis.lifestyle_design

"If there's anything already in the diary, it's cancelled to go to this show" @designfixuk

"A very inspiring day held in beautiful surroundings. Great to see so many exhibitors closer to home" @JMiltonUK

"Great to see some of my design friends and look at new collections" @clairelouisedesigns

"A great day at Design Central UK...caught up with design friends old and new" @Curve_Interior

"Great day out at Design Central... Beautiful venue and fantastic fabric exhibitors. Discovered new designers I love and will blog about them soon!" @kregandesigns

Confirmed Exhibitors (regularly updated)

Agigail Ahern • Artisan • Ashley Wilde • Astro Lighting • Beautiful Walls • Bella Figura • Belfield Home • Benott Wood Flooring • Bassari • Barbara Osario • Brand McKenzie • Bronte by Moon • Cath Kidston • Chatham Glynn • Clarissa Hulse • CMWJ Fabrics • Cornish Bed Company • Covercraft Upholstery • Crucial Trading • Esselle • Fischer, Rolls • Geddes Flooring • Girones • GP & J Baker • Graham & Brown • Harlequin • Holmes Bespoke • Ian James Furniture • Iliv • ITC • Jacaranda • John Lewis for Business • Joules • KQC • Laura Ashley • Lewis & Wood • Lincrusta • Little Greene Paint Company • Milton & King • Moons • Mulberry Home • Naturalmat • Next • Pad Concept • PT Blinds • Porcelanosa North West • Prestigious Textiles • Riviera • Rolls • Sanderson Design Group • Scion • Shabby Chic • Simply Swaffer • Superfresco Easy Boutique • Tamarisk Designs • Todd Knights • Warwick • Westex • Wilkins Agencies • William Morris at Home • Wind Exclusive Design • Zoffany • Zinc Home • Zoe Glencross

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