From the iconic to the innovative, the homewares on offer at this year’s Interiors Birmingham trade show proved that furnishings can be anything but boring. We tracked down the most innovative designs on display. 

These bright and colourful flocked letters, created by flamboyant designer Johnny Egg, make great statement pieces and are guaranteed to liven up any room. Carved out of wood and covered with flock, they can also be engraved with personal information as gifts for special anniversaries or new babies. Available to buy on www.johnnyegg.com

This ‘S’ shaped table from Guru Design is from a range of contemporary Indian furniture made from Sheesham, a hardwood found in India. These handy little tables, which also come in shapes like ‘E’ and ‘G’, are quite small, making them ideal for apartments and smaller houses. For stockists visit www.guru-design.com

London-based company Timothy Mark create bespoke items of classic furniture with an innovative spin. At the show, they displayed their new collection of contemporary products inspired by English woodlands, like this delightful poppy-patterned bureau. For information and enquiries visit www.timothymark.co.uk

Eco-friendly firm The Baobab Tree have launched a couture range which recycles vintage scarves from designers like Valentino and Christian Dior to make beautiful home accessories, like this Dior cushion. They also offer a bespoke design service on seating, lighting and mirrors. Visit www.thebaobabtree.co.uk

This striking handmade lamp by Jizaro is one of an exclusive collection of lamps and silverware made by master craftsman Terry Tynan. They’re created using age-old techniques from chrome over solid brass so the lamps won’t rust, and are also available in nickel, silver or gold. For bespoke enquiries visit www.jizaro.com

This eye-popping ‘Tasha’ cabinet is another quirky offering by designer Johnny Egg. This is a limited-edition piece made from glass, mirror, flock and cabriole, which will be made in 10 colours but there will be only one of each. Find out more at www.johnnyegg.com

Philips have come up with the LivingColours range, a selection of mood lamps which change colour to create a different ambience when you touch the colour ring. They’re powered by energy-efficient LED’s to give off a variety of shades and can be used around the home or garden. Find out more at www.philips.com.

These pretty Papillion Chairs are upholstered with a unique silk scarf on the main seat and pure silk on the back, using the same vividly-coloured antique scarves from couture designers as those featured on the cushions. The Baobab Tree also offer a bespoke design service. Visit www.thebaobabtree.co.uk

Belly Nelly’s elegant handmade furniture is crafted from Indian Sheesham Teak and mango fruit wood, both from sustainable wood sources. These unusual pieces, including the Kenzo coffee table (above) are handcrafted using traditional methods, creating a uniqueness from piece to piece. For your nearest stockist call 0800 1216569.

Yorkshire-based Raw Design are a marketing and branding company who launched their own product range when they spotted a gap in the market for design-led children’s lampshades. The shades are printed directly onto PVC and come in a range of four sizes. Browse the collection at www.shadeslampshades.co.uk.