embracing cultural individuality in one world
embracing cultural individuality in one world
History of Reeves Design
Born in England, John Reeves is an internationally recognised award winning designer whose passion lies in working locally and regionally on an interactive level where design is not just communicated but felt.
In doing so, John has honed a particular and pragmatic skill base; travelling, living and working with the craftspeople of our planet.
These travels not only establish a better understanding of global resources but also the relevance a design can have to our global environment; creating and perhaps rediscovering unique ties directly between makers, designer and buyers; having a hand in each of the processes allows for an undiluted and "real" conduit
from production to the end user with genuine responsibility and accountability.
Reeves' tenet of designing not for the trend but with longevity in mind, continually striving to create timeless pieces that are not for the short term return in the market. In doing this he has developed a focused atelier with strong ties to production that nurtures honest, quiet research, ensuring deeper context and relevance as the portfolio evolves.
Continual demand for early designs; the Louis collection, an award winning landmark for Reeves and Heal's (London), ABC Home (NYC) still delivers its message of subtle reverence for what has gone before whilst having a clean and clear contemporary voice.
This has set the standard for refinement, high quality and the essential and ever important relationships with our manufacturers.
“The idea of experimenting and pushing production techniques is very much a part of REEVESdesign and is integral to the Louis
design, which of course is a turned leg simply split into quarters. The inspiration for this was not only literal, in splitting the turned leg, but also metaphorical by splitting the past open to form a new idea."
"Living in a world that seems to be focused more and more on “the moment”, I believe
designing with a respect and reverence for what has gone before keeps us mindful of where we’ve come from and what we really need. Ensuring that design evolves not only through materials and production processes but also under the direction of culture."
History of Reeves Design
Born in England, John Reeves is an internationally recognised award winning designer whose passion lies in working locally and regionally on an interactive level where design is not just communicated but felt.
In doing so, John has honed a particular and pragmatic skill base; travelling, living and working with the craftspeople of our planet.
These travels not only establish a better understanding of global resources but also the relevance a design can have to our global environment; creating and perhaps rediscovering unique ties directly between makers, designer and buyers; having a hand in each of the processes allows for an undiluted and "real" conduit from production to the end user with genuine responsibility and accountability.
Reeves tenet of designing not for the trend but with longevity in mind, continually striving to create timeless pieces that are not for the short term return in the market. In doing this he has developed a focused atelier with strong ties to production that nurtures honest, quiet research, ensuring deeper context and relevance as the portfolio evolves.
Continual demand for early designs; the Louis collection, an award winning landmark for Reeves and Heal's (London), ABC Home (NYC) still delivers its message of subtle reverence for what has gone before whilst having a clean and clear contemporary voice.
This has set the standard for refinement, high quality and the essential and ever important relationships with our manufacturers.
“The idea of experimenting and pushing production techniques is very much a part of REEVESdesign and is integral to the Louis design, which of course is a turned leg simply split into quarters. The inspiration for this was not only literal, in splitting the turned leg, but also metaphorical by splitting the past open to form a new idea."
"Living in a world that seems to be focused more and more on “the moment”, I believe designing with a respect and reverence for what has gone before keeps us mindful of where we’ve come from and what we really need. Ensuring that design evolves not only through materials and production processes but also under the direction of culture."
Year 2023
Reeves Design launches the Tool collection at the VIPremium Products Fair 2023.
Year 2023
John Reeves is nominated as a finalist in the Rossana Orlandi Guiltless Plastic Prize 2023 with the Chester collection in recycled plastic. Exhibited at Rossana Orlandi Gallery.
Year 2019
International Furniture Fair Singapore (IFFS).
This year we launched new designs including the Talon Slot collection, Bento modular lounge series, Victoria occasional tables in solid wood, Pinlock Steel Presentation Shelving and New configuration of the Pinlock Shelving in solid wood.
This year we launched new designs including the Talon Slot collection, Bento modular lounge series, Victoria occasional tables in solid wood, Pinlock Steel Presentation Shelving and New configuration of the Pinlock Shelving in solid wood.
Year 2019
Vietnam International Furniture & Home Accessories Fair (VIFA).
In collaboration with SUNBRELLA outdoor fabrics we exhibited at our CAST outdoor collection complete with cushions and covers by SUNBRELLA and Quick Dry Foam.
New product launched here - CAST Sun Lounger.
Year 2018
REEVESdesign launches at KOFURN exhibition in Korea with I+STYLERS and Inart.
Year 2018
International Furniture Fair Singapore (IFFS).
In celebration of over 10years of the Louis Collection, we launched Louis Solid Wood - in solid FSC Walnut and FSC Oak, including a Louis Four Poster bed with Ombre lacquered posts.
Successful launch of the Talon Petite Lounge chairs - a more compact lounge chair that is complemented with companion Talon Ottoman, ideal for smaller rooms and hotel use. Also the launch of the Pinlock Shelving, a modular system of shelving for creating a library nook or cosy space demarcated by connectable shelves with the innovative Pinlock.
Year 2017
Heal's 100 - winner.
Heal's celebrate the top 100 Iconic designs of it's 200+ years history as curated and judged by Magnus Englund of Skandium.
Honoured to be selected with my Louis Console Table.
Year 2017
International Furniture Fair Singapore (IFFS). Launch of the Talon Lounge chair, Talon Mirror and case goods and also the outdoor Talon Zinc range of bistro tables and outdoor chairs in cast aluminium and teak.
Year 2017
10 years since the launch of the Louis collection at Heal's discovers and the start of the REEVESdesign journey.
Year 2016
Winner - Furniture Designer of the Year 2016 - Acquisitions International.
Winner - Furniture Designer of the Year 2016 - Corp America Boardroom Elite
Year 2016
International Furniture Fair Singapore (IFFS). 40 sqm exhibition with additional new product to the organic lines of the Talon range and other additional designs.
Year 2015
International Furniture Fair Singapore (IFFS). Continued launch of the Talon collection and this time showcasing the all new Talon Chair in oak or walnut. Also launching the Japan Cabinet and Shelving and the fabulous additions of the CAST Lounge set to the incredibly successful CAST collection.
Year 2014
Bo Concept one to watch 2014
Year 2014
Launch Talon Tables and Rose mirrors at Design Junction, London Design Week (UK)
Year 2014
International Furniture Fair Singapore (IFFS). Launch of the Saigon collection for Dominique Saint Paul by REEVESdesign.
Year 2012
Highpoint, IHFC debut
Year 2012
Upcycled Marble Tables Red Button Award
Year 2011
REEVESdesign pop-up shop at Tramshed during London Design Festival
Year 2011
ICFF New York- launch CAST collection with Henry Hall
Year 2010
ICFF New York
Year 2009
Highpoint
Year 2009
Chicago Casual
Year 2009
Las Vegas Furniture Show
Year 2009
ICFF New York
Year 2009
Salone Satellite, Milan International Furniture Fair
Year 2009
REEVESdesign opens first boutique shop inside ABC Carpet and Home, 4th floor, 888 Broadway, New York, New York.
Year 2009
Close distribution with Four Hands
Year 2008
Launch in Highpoint with US distributor FOUR HANDS
Year 2008
ICFF New York
Year 2008
Las Vegas Market
Year 2008
Launch US distribution through Four Hands
Year 2007
ICFF New York
Year 2007 - Now
Continue to develop, expand and exhibit the REEVESdesign portfolio
Year 2007
Launch new product line with Osborne & Little
Year 2006
Las Vegas Furniture Show
Year 2006
ELLE Decoration Design Awards 2006, Future Classic- for the Louis Console Table- winner
Year 2006
ELLE Decoration Design Awards 2006, Best in Furniture- for the Louis Console Table- shortlisted
Year 2006
Classic Design of the Year award 2006 in association with the Victoria & Albert Museum, London and Homes & Gardens magazine runner-up
Year 2006
Ongoing relationship with Heal's, London, whilst continuing development on the REEVESdesign portfolio
Year 2006
Launch distribution in North America through Next Door Trends
Year 2006
Leave Julian Chichester to work on REEVESdesign 100%
Year 2004 - 2006
Employed as Design manager and head QC for Julian Chichester Design, UK, based on site at the factory in Vietnam
Year 2004
Pulse, London
Year 2004
Design UK - Selection 2004
Year 2004
Salone Satellite, Milan International Furniture Fair
Year 2004
Greenhouse, Stockholm International Furniture Fair
Year 2004
Heal's Discovers award winner
Year 2003 - 2004
Designer in residence at Northumbria University
Year 2003
Design UK - Pick of 2003, London
Year 2003
The State I'm In, Newcastle
Year 2003
Hamal's, Newcastle
Year 2003
Established REEVESDesign Ltd
Year 2002
Tempter, Newcastle
Year 2000 - 2003
Furniture and 3d Design (BA Hons) degree Northumbria University
Year 1999 - 2000
Arts Foundation at Lancaster & Morecambe College
Year 1981
Born in Burnley, Lancashire, England
2023
1981