1973
OPEN FOR BUSINESS
Our first store opens on the site of the original Habitat at the east end of London’s Fulham Road, marking the beginning of the regeneration of what is now known as the Brompton Cross Quarter.
Inhabiting the ground floor and basement of Conran Design Group’s offices on Neal Street, Terence opens Neal Street Restaurant with an extensive wine list and menu artwork by David Hockney.
Our first store opens on the site of the original Habitat at the east end of London’s Fulham Road, marking the beginning of the regeneration of what is now known as the Brompton Cross Quarter.
Sir Terence publishes the first edition of The House Book, a pioneering guide to curating the home that establishes him as the voice of innovative design and considered living in the UK.
Picasso saw one of Terence’s chair designs through a mutual acquaintance and liked it so much that he ordered two for his studio. Terence has always considered this an honour, while regretting accepting cash for the chairs instead of a sketch or two.