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'Modernist gem': Renowned textile designer’s Scottish studio to be restored

A HERITAGE and design consortium has taken the keys to the A-listed studio of a designer who created fabrics for Dior and Chanel, ahead of a major…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 8, 2025

Coalition to restore ‘modernist gem’ that was textile designer’s studio

Coalition to restore ‘modernist gem’ that was textile designer’s studio

The studio in the Scottish Borders has been on the Buildings at Risk register since 2002.

Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2025

Historic modernist textile studio owned by renowned designer saved by coalition

Historic modernist textile studio owned by renowned designer saved by coalition

THE historic Bernat Klein Studio has been saved by a bid of almost £300,000 at an auction ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 30, 2025

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Heritage coalition saves Scottish modernist ‘jewel’ in fiercely fought auction

Derelict studio built for textile designer Bernat Klein in 1972 goes for £279,000 after starting price of £18,000

The Guardian - UK · Jul 30, 2025

Heritage groups join forces to save rundown studio owned by former renowned designer

HERITAGE groups have joined forces in a last-ditch bid to save the run-down studio of a renowned textile designer who made the Borders his home ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 23, 2025

Heritage groups try to save decaying modernist studio in Scottish Borders

Studio built for textile designer Bernat Klein by Peter Womersley put up for auction despite hopes of private sale

The Guardian - UK · Jul 23, 2025

Edinburgh plans for giant head sculptures approved for St James Quarter

The 12-foot heads will soon be able to view at St James Square after planning permission was granted by Edinburgh City Council.

Edinburgh Live · Apr 5, 2022

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Sculpture celebrating prominent Edinburgh artists planned for St James Quarter

Sculpture celebrating prominent Edinburgh artists planned for St James Quarter

The 12ft high artwork will offer two alternative views celebrating the likenesses of Bernat Kleint and Cecile Walton depending on which side the piece is approached from at the retail and leisure complex

Edinburgh Live · Feb 9, 2022

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