“We wanted the collection to have a thread and a familiarity, and for each piece to stand alone.”
Boyd Blue Proudly Unveils its First Collaboration with Renowned Designer Kate Nixon.
Boyd Blue, renowned for its expert design and craftsmanship, proudly announces the debut of its first collaboration with award-winning Australian designer Kate Nixon.
This collaboration blends Kate’s visionary design with Boyd Blue’s commitment to traditional craftsmanship, resulting in an exclusive collection of furniture that offers timeless sophistication.
“Seeing the beautiful grain of the carved oak, the turn of the tea-stained paper cords, the intricate weave of the wicker—these are the details and layers which make a piece special. They tell the story of the materials and the skilled hands which have crafted it, reinvented into something beautiful that lives on with us in our home.” Kate Nixon
Tailored for design lovers and industry professionals alike, this new collection is available from Boyd Blue showrooms.
Boyd Blue: A Legacy of Craftsmanship
Founded by Shelley Boyd in 1999, Boyd Blue has become synonymous with quality textiles, traditional craftsmanship, and sustainable production. With over 25 years of expertise, the brand has earned a distinguished reputation as a trusted supplier of premium furniture, lighting, and décor.
At the heart of Boyd Blue is its in-house brand, BOYD, which develops collections with their team of experienced in-house designers that showcase the brand’s unwavering commitment to artistry and natural materials. Founded by Shelley Boyd in 1999, Boyd Blue has become synonymous with quality textiles, traditional craftsmanship, and sustainable production. With over 25 years of expertise, the brand has earned a distinguished reputation as a trusted supplier of premium furniture, lighting, and décor.
Shelley Boyd, who founded Boyd Blue with a deep love for textiles and handcrafted pieces, reflects,
“We’ve had the privilege of building long standing relationships with multigenerational family businesses, and I believe it’s this trust and commitment that truly enriches our product range. These enduring partnerships have been key to our success, allowing us to create collections that reflect not just craftsmanship, but the values of creativity, integrity, and family that we hold dear.”
“The basis of this collection was natural materials and showcasing them in their authentic state.” Kate Nixon
Bedside Table
BARCLAY
Barclay represents an esteemed career of seeking out the perfect side table. An elegantly tapered natural oak frame and hand-carved, soft close drawer balances tone and texture with practicality, proportion and enduring style. The inset woven cane shelf offers ample opportunities for stacks of books and magazines and reflects Kate’s love of layered textures and materiality.
Material : Hand carved oak and woven cane shelf
counter stool
Bennett
Bennett reflects a confident, structured character that is both fresh and familiar. The solid mahogany base and stained oak frame pairs an elegant, tapered profile with comfortable seat upholstery and a handwoven Danish papercord back rest, further softened with a padded fabric lumbar cushion looped to the timber side posts. A brass footrest completes the delightful attention to detail.
Material : Oak frame with Danish paper-cord detail
Dining Chair
BROMLEY
Bromely reflects a confident, structured character that is both fresh and familiar. The solid mahogany base and stained oak frame pairs an elegant, tapered profile with comfortable seat upholstery and a handwoven Danish paper cord back rest, further softened with a padded fabric lumbar cushion looped to the timber side posts.
Material : Oak frame with Danish paper-cord detail
Bed Headboard
Everett
Everett presents a handsome combination of hand-woven Danish paper cord and solid oak framing. Available in Queen and King size with a split batten wall cleat, this striking centrepiece can be softened with a padded fabric cushion looped to the timber side posts. Versatile and uniquely captivating.
Material : Oak frame with hand woven Danish paper-cord
Side Table
Humphrey
Humphrey presents a characterful homage to cast resin and sculptural forms, hand carved from solid timber then cast and finished in a smooth, antique buff. A layering of individual markings brings depth and whimsy to this lovely side table, its practical proportions accommodating a multitude of circumstances and settings.
Material : Cast resin
short bench
Theodore
Theodore presents a delicate take on a decorating classic. An interplay of weave and whimsey, hand threaded leather is gently curved within an elegantly tapered, stained oak frame. Polished and practical, this delightful occasional bench brims with sophisticated style and inimitable personality.
Material : Oak and hand woven leather
Long Bench
Thornton
Thornton draws its inspiration from hammered steel and wrapped cane with its asymmetrical sculptured metal frame and subtly curved woven seat. This is a piece imagined for every room, designed to sit comfortably with baskets beneath and artwork above in an elegant entry, paired with upholstered seating in a layered living room, footnoting a bed or paired with
individual dining chairs at a long kitchen table. Effortless in its simplicity, character and charm.
Material : Sculptured metal and wrapped woven cane
Ottoman
WALTON
Walton presents a study in tonality, celebrating the craftsmanship and materiality of Danish paper cord, skilfully stretched and strung to form a classic, curved ottoman. Constructed from a solid mahogany frame, subtle curves and pattern play celebrate the beauty and complexity of natural fibres expressed with warmth and texture. Perfect individually or in pairs.
Material : Hand woven Danish paper-cord and mahogany
SIDEBOARD
WINGHAM
Wingham brings practical storage and versatility to this classic case goods, sideboard staple. Intricate hand carved oak detailing elevates its timeless proportions and a combination of internal soft close drawers, open shelves and ventilation offers versatility as a media unit, entry piece, dining or living room sideboard or generous bedroom chest.
Material : Hand carved oak
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This collection was inspired by my love of nature and nostalgia. Favourite weaves, prints and textures have been artfully interpreted into layered brush strokes and markings; each individually uniq...
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