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COME ON IN... With homeware for all budgets, Barnsbury Furniture’s huge showroom means clients can see a statement piece before they buy. Angelina Villa-Clarke meets the owner
T ucked away in the small lovers. The family-run business, owned by Nick Wells, was launched 22 years ago, offering a wide selection of furniture and accessories to local homeowners. “There’s nothing else quite like us around here,” says Nick. “Our 8,000 sq ft showroom is bursting with sofas, dining furniture, beds and accessories. My parents founded the business in 2001, and I took over in 2016. We try and stand out with our showroom, especially in this digital age, as we believe it’s important for customers to see, feel and try out our furniture.” As well as a huge array of products in varying styles and price ranges, Barnsbury Furniture also offers upholstery services, bespoke furniture projects and an interior design consultancy. “The industry has changed over the Cambridgeshire town of Soham, Barnsbury Furniture Store is a treasure trove for interiors last few years, especially when it comes to supply chains. Some lead times are now off-kilter, for instance,” says Nick. “However, our British upholstery suppliers have remained brilliant, and we have strong relationships with the best in the business.”
SEEING IS BELIEVING This store only trades in person, celebrating the tactile nature of furniture
A hands-on approach is also what sets Barnsbury Furniture apart from competitors – especially those online, believes Nick. “We offer so many different styles of furniture and keep all budgets in mind,” he says. “Quality doesn’t have to cost. Our loyal team is happy to go the extra mile to achieve the look you’re after.” With orders only taken in-store, the company is bucking the trend when it comes to its brick-and-mortar-only
consequence, keeping abreast of trends and sourcing new pieces is a priority. “We’ve noticed that our customers want more social spaces in their homes, but with an emphasis on keeping these cosy. Huge, squidgy sofas are in demand, as are earthy colours,” reveals Nick. “We are always on the lookout for what’s new – from visiting the leading trade fairs in the UK and Europe to welcoming new or established brands to our fold.” Above all,
business. “We love to meet people in person and offer a very relaxed environment for clients to browse furniture and look at home accessories.
Barnsbury Furniture has the edge when it comes to sofa choice, with over 30 styles on the showroom floor. Many can be tailored to suit, with a choice of fabrics and shapes so customers can
We want to make your home the best it can be
This industry is a tactile one – to
choose fabrics, for instance, you need to see and touch them. To make sure you get the right sofa, trying them out first is important. This is the key when it comes to creating an amazing home. We don’t offer a cookie-cutter approach.” Catering for the diverse range of homes found in the Cambridgeshire area – from modern to period properties – Nick says that it’s a region where people take pride in the way their homes are designed. As a
have a piece made bespoke.
“Our USP is choice,” insists Nick. “We want to make your home the best it can be, by offering products for all tastes and budgets. I believe there’s no other store like us locally. Having a buzzing shop floor and seeing happy customers is the best part of the job for me.”
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