The best Scottish-made homeware for 2025
This bespoke furniture maker has a workshop in Aberfeldy, Perth, that clients are welcome to visit by appointment. Ross is best known for his sculptural seats and tables in sustainable Scottish timber. Unstable stools start at £900, a Mackintosh ladderback chair, £2,200, and sleigh beds £16,000,angusross.co.uk
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