Charlotte Ryan-Coombes started making lampshades in London 30 years ago, 2 years later she moved to the south west with her husband Tom Coombes and together they started a trade lampshade company, alongside Toms father, Peter Coombes, whom has been a frame maker since the 1950's.

 They have collectively been designing and creating silk shades for the trade market for 28 years. They have worked closely with top interior designers, as well as providing lampshades for film companies, royals and the famous. Their unique abilities have led them to work on some truly magnificent projects - from extravagant Saudi Arabian weddings to high end restaurants and hotels.