Working with esteemed interior designers, the hospitality industry, historical preservationists, film set decorators, the fashion industry, and individual property owners to bring interiors to life, Watts allows for the perfect combination of "contemporary history". They have a rich archive of designs spanning over 400 years of fabric history, with picturesque medieval tapestries, delicate 18th century silk brocatelles, and glorious 19th Century Gothic Revival damasks.

Founded in 1874 by three architects, the company's history is long and when combined with their innovation and heritage their aim is to design the present out of the continued reinvention of the past

Jacky had the great privilege to work with Watts of Westminster to embellish their custom woven 'Pear' fabric to create 5 stunning Paravent panels in the reception of the NoMad Hotel, London. Part of the Sydell Hotel Group, the NoMad Hotel is a beautiful, historic building, located in the former Bow Street Magistrates Court, opposite the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden.

Roman and Williams

The original commission was from New York-based interior designers, Roman and Williams, a cutting edge team of architects, interior designers and product designers. They strive to "consistently find the tension between spontaneity and rigor, refinement and rebellion and past and future".

This formidable studio has completed a wealth of projects all over the world, developing their signature aesthetic and pushing the boundaries of contemporary design and architecture.

Their projects include: Ace Hotel New York, The Boom Boom Room, and the Standard Highline, Freehand Hotels, Le Coucou, the Fitzroy, Goop Labs, the Aoyama Treehouse as well as numerous private residences from Montauk to Montecito.  In a project of cultural and civic significance, the firm has been awarded the commission to re-design the British Galleries of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, opened in February 2020.

“The recently completed NoMad Hotel is a collaboration with interior design studio Roman and Williams, the transformation of the storied 19th century building draws inspiration from its history and location in Covent Garden, as well as exploring the artistic and cultural connection between London and New York.” https://www.thenomadhotel.com/london/?gclid=CjwKCAiAs92MBhAXEiwAXTi253CUdRJ7E43aqeKQm4jfLMOjvenLmJSygUjM6cL_m8rraflnvCQi-hoCzpsQAvD_BwE

With its desirable location and incredible attention to detail, the hotel presents to its guests an understated luxury and residential comfort that is distinctly NoMad. For example, one of the boldly re-imaged rooms was once the Magistrates Court, and now its imposing seriousness has been transformed with design, custom lighting and furniture, into a spectacular dreamscape, serving as a backdrop for functions and events.

There has also been the addition of a three story atrium, built by enclosing the former courtyard with a glass ceiling and steel structure. The atrium has been described as the “nexus point of the hotel” and represents the point where the old building meets the new wing of the hotel.

“We loved how nature was breaking into this strong, masculine building – the femininity creeping in was a big inspiration. We wanted to let the sunshine in, to liberate it."

- Stephen Alesch, Roman and Williams

Roman and Williams primarily reached out to Watts of Westminster to supply the jacquard woven and embroidered Pear panels to create the elaborate Paravent screen behind the reception desk. Watts in turn commissioned Jacky to then create a contemporary 'deconstructed' embroidery that added new depth, texture and intrigue to the Pear fabric, and she designed and executed these elegant and intricate pieces. 

"I am always so pleased to work on commissions where I can really showcase the beautiful depth embroidery can add to a setting. The rich colours and ornate textures of the panels provide an illuminating backdrop for this iconic hotel reception.” Jacky Puzey

If you’re around Covent Garden, London we highly recommend that you experience these beautiful textile artworks in situ and take the opportunity to also enjoy a luxurious stay at the NoMad Hotel.