People & Culture

Meet the maker: David J. Cochrane, master weaver

David J. Cochrane tapestries come to life in Edinburgh's Dovecot Studios. Water is a recurring theme

Meet the maker: Michael Olsen, butterfly artist

Michael Olsen makes beautiful installations using artificial butterflies and has sold over 250 works since launching his business

Behind Closed Doors: Chopard

Can sustainable, ethical sourcing ever go hand in hand with luxury? The Swiss watchmaker is on a journey to make it happen

This Life: Claire Pollock, Ardross Farm Shop

Top-quality produce and a talent for hard work have seen this farmer’s daughter join the rest of her family in making Ardross Farm Shop one of the best in the country

This Life: Sarah and Will Leslie, Wardhill Castle

A long and intriguing history has shaped Aberdeenshire’s Wardhill Castle, but its future is looking just as interesting, thanks to the young family who have made it their home

This Life: Ruth Hinks, Cocoa Black

The champion chocolatier and founder of the award-winning Cocoa Black on thriving in Peebles, experimenting with flavours and living life to the max

Behind Closed Doors: Tom Faulkner

Focusing on the craft and the materials as much as on the design itself has allowed furniture firm Tom Faulkner to experiment, innovate and go from strength to strength

Meet the maker: Annette Smith, chocolatier

Annette Smith makes artisan chocolates using high-quality ingredients and collaborates with other local makers to create new and exciting flavours

An interview with Philip Long, director of V&A Dundee

Philip Long is the director of V&A Dundee. Trained originally as an artist, he is a passionate believer that creativity should be a part of everyone’s life

This Life: Susie and Steven Anderson, East Coast Cured

From hobby to award-winning business within a year? Nothing is out of reach for the couple behind Edinburgh’s East Coast Cured

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Homes for sale near you: ESPC’s The Luxe List – January

Each month, in association with ESPC, we'll showcase a handful of the most coveted properties in Scotland

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