Episodes

  • Creative Paths: Recruitment within design
    Sep 30 2024

    Hannah from Mustard talks to us all about unleashing your design career!

    Join us as we dive deep into what both employees and employers are really looking for in the design industry. We'll explore the pros and cons of in-house versus freelance work and uncover what sets Mustard apart as a one-of-a-kind recruiter. Whether you're a seasoned designer or just starting out, this is the insider scoop you won’t want to miss!

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    14 mins
  • Integrating Art and Interiors with Solène
    Sep 20 2024

    Solène has collaborated with us on some amazing projects, so it was great to have her on for an episode of Tonik Talks.

    Art runs deep in Solène's family history so it makes sense for her to have built a career around it. We chatted about how she started her business, how interiors need to be supported with great pieces and just exactly where in the design process an art consultant should be brought in.


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    20 mins
  • Arcitile: Stories, Brand and Adapting to a Changing Industry
    Aug 28 2024

    Join us for a new episode of Tonik Talks with Dan, Creative Director at Arcitile; tiling contractors who are shaking up their way of working.

    We chatted about their recent rebrand, their new journal 'A Space Between' that focuses on the collaborative stories in their business and the efforts that they're putting into keeping up with a changing industry. We loved this conversation and you don't want to miss it!

    Plus, we were lucky enough to film this one, so you check out the full video on our YouTube.

    And don't forget to give Arcitile's latest journal, 'A Space Between' a read, which you can do here.

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    29 mins
  • Unearthing All Things Fungi Festival with Two Fun-guys Nikki and Max
    Aug 15 2024

    Get ready to dive deep into the magical world of fungi! We're thrilled to be sponsoring the All Things Fungi Festival, taking place from 13th-15th September in the enchanting woodlands of West Sussex.

    In this episode of Tonik Talks, we chat with Nikki and Max, two of the festival's brilliant founders, who spill the spores on all the exciting happenings: UV night walks, mycelium structures, craft workshops and much much more! Along with discussing the many ways that mycelium is beginning to be used within design.

    Plus, if you've never heard of slime moulds before, you'll want to hit play ASAP..

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    19 mins
  • The History of Tonik: A look back at the last 22 years!
    Feb 8 2024

    Small businesses succeed through a mix of creativity, passion and learning from their mistakes and Tonik is no different.

    We sat down with our Founder and MD Gary Marshall to find out about our origin story, the highs, the lows and everything in between.

    You won't want to miss this episode!

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/tonikassociates
    Website: www.tonikassociates.co.uk

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    33 mins
  • Hoteliers: Change your thoughts!
    Sep 5 2023

    We've been thinking a lot recently about how additional hotel revenue can be generated through design.

    Catch up with Rosie and Gary to hear their thoughts around this subject and their callout for hoteliers to push the boundaries and be braver.

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    14 mins
  • Unveiling Toby and the "Ultimate Wedding Planner"
    Aug 7 2023

    Join us on this exciting episode of Tonik Talks as we chat with Toby who is set to dazzle audiences on BBC Two's hottest new show, "Ultimate Wedding Planner."

    In this interview, Toby takes us through his exciting career, his passion for creativity within events, and, of course, what it was like to be part of the "Ultimate Wedding Planner".

    If you're curious about the art of crafting unforgettable experiences and want a sneak peek into the world of wedding planning, events and television, then this episode is a must-listen.

    You can watch "Ultimate Wedding Planner" on BBC Two, every Tuesday from 8th August, for 6 weeks, at 9pm.

    Toby's website: https://thehouseoftoby.com/

    *Please note, this podcast was recorded before the first episode of Ultimate Wedding Planner was released.

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    32 mins
  • Our designers: CDW is a place to be inspired, network, and bag yourself a shiny new tote bag
    May 22 2023

    We've heard from our suppliers, now it's over to our designers...

    To round off our mini-series in celebration of Clerkenwell Design Week, we sat down with Fey and Milena, two of our interior designers, to find out what they love about CDW and everything they're looking forward to seeing this week.

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    14 mins