Case Studies
Crafting functional, personal spaces with Avenue Design Studio
How founder Holly Marder worked with her client and friend, Kate Davison, to transform Kate’s pied-à-terre in Amsterdam.
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Journals
Look behind the scenes at the design and engineering of our products, find in-depth guides on our collections and discover how our details have been used by other designers and renovators to elevate their projects.
Buying Guides
Choosing the right finish for your project
What to expect from antique brass, bronze and polished nickel once they’re in your home.
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Case Studies
Bringing an extension to life with Making Spaces
When Karen Knox of Making Spaces was tasked with designing an extension for her client, she took her cue from the kitchen that was set to be the ce...
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Buying Guides
Garden lighting explained
Understanding outdoor lighting, plus a look at our own garden lights.
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Case Studies
Sympathetic garden design with Semper
Marina and Craig at Semper design gardens that work with nature and believe lighting can play its part. Here’s how.
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Case Studies
Marrying house and garden with Pieter Peulen
How the interior designer achieved the perfect indoor-outdoor flow with our polished nickel details and garden lighting.
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Buying Guides
Refresh your home with Olivia Caplan
We’ve teamed up with the interior designer and online content creator to inspire you this spring.
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Case Studies
Building sustainably
When influencer Claire (@thatcotswoldclaire) set about designing her family’s dream home, sustainability was at the heart of the project.
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Buying Guides
Control your lighting, your way
Our smart in-line dimmer module puts you in charge of your home’s lights.
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Case Studies
How to style a harmonious space
Our resident stylist and set designer, Eddy Langford, shares some of her favourite tips.
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Buying Guides
Essential renovation advice
The questions first-time renovators most need help with, answered by our in-house experts.
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Case Studies
Ten minutes with Aura
We chat to Stephanie Govier about creating the Aura bar and brasserie as part of the renovation of the historic Coal Exchange Hotel in Cardiff.
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Case Studies
Saving the Hop Pole Inn
How we played a small part in resurrecting a historic village pub.
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Buying Guides
A custom finish
Using paint or wallpaper, you can bring a tailored look to your switches and sockets.
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Buying Guides
How to do spotlights
Say goodbye to the landing-strip look on your ceiling. Here are our tips on making overhead lighting atmospheric and useful.
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A year of growth at Corston
Reflecting on the achievements we’ve made in just 12 months.
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Buying Guides
How to zone your garden using lighting
Ways to add depth and differentiation to your outdoor space.
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Case Studies
At home with Paul and Déborah Barnier
We headed to southern France to visit online content creators Paul and Déborah Barnier at their barn conversion, La Grange.
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Case Studies
Ten minutes with Nicola Harding
We chat to the interior designer about creating a tangible sense of home and the importance of timeless, sustainable details.
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Buying Guides
Door furniture explained: part two
In the second instalment of our two-part buying guide, we cover all the smaller details like hinges, thumbturns and escutcheons.
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Buying Guides
Door furniture explained: part one
The first instalment of our two-part buying guide tackles handles, locks and latches for your interior doors.
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Buying Guides
Our clear switches and sockets: a practical guide
If you’ve ever wondered how our clear switch and socket plates really work, let us explain the ins and outs – and show you how to install one.
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Buying Guides
Uses for hooks
In every room, plus an introduction to our three hook designs and advice on how to position them.
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Case Studies
Ten minutes with Laura Logan of House of Logan
Laura Logan, of interior design studio House of Logan, tells us the tale of her Victorian home renovation project.
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Buying Guides
How to light your space
The guiding principles to consider when lighting your home.
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Buying Guides
Lighting and bulbs explained
Get to grips with these terms, technicalities and options before you buy our lights and bulbs.
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Buying Guides
IP ratings explained
Understanding where to use IP-rated lights indoors and out.
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Case Studies
Ten minutes with Winnie Tam from fourteen a.m.
We chat to Winnie Tam, the founder of interior design studio fourteen a.m., about creating a sanctuary in the city.
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Buying Guides
How to do pendant lights
Our guide to using pendant ceiling lights effectively around your home.
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behind corston
Taking Corston to the EU
We recently introduced our products to the EU. Here’s why – and how.
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behind corston
Earth Day 2023: planting our woodland
How the trees we’ve planted will help to capture carbon and promote biodiversity.
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behind corston
Our recycling journey so far
How recycled and recyclable materials shape our products and packaging for the better.
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Buying Guides
How to do wall lights
Whether you're after practical targeted lighting or a calming atmosphere, we've got you covered.
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Case Studies
Lunch with Finn Beales
We catch up with photographer and director Finn Beales on the extension of his 17th century Welsh longhouse over a bowl of freshly made pasta.
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Buying Guides
Cabinet handles: finding your match
Choosing handles that complement your furniture or cabinetry, sit nicely in terms of scale and feel good to use.
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Buying Guides
Polished Nickel vs Chrome
These cool-toned metals have made a welcome comeback. Before you commit, read our guide to the pros and cons of both finishes.
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Case Studies
Ten minutes with Lee Thornley from Bert & May
The creative director and founder of Bert & May shares his renovation story.
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Buying Guides
How to choose between our metal finishes
Our quick guide will help you pick the perfect Corston finish for your home.
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Case Studies
The Lake House: part two
Log House Holidays’ James Edmondson gives us the inside track on his self-build in the heart of the Cotswolds.
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Buying Guides
How to install our pull handles
Installing solid brass cupboard furniture will bring a quality feel and finish to your kitchen cabinetry.
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