Casgliadau Arlein

Miranda Watkins has an MA from The Royal College of Art, London. She was originally trained in metalwork and jewellery and has a comprehensive knowledge of metals and metalwork techniques. She worked extensively in the international film industry before winning a Sainsbury’s scholarship and setting up her own studio and showroom at London’s OXO Tower in 1998. Following a series of successful collections, she was appointed as ‘Metals Designer’ for Calvin Klein, New York in 2000. In 2002 Miranda returned to London to focus on her own projects, while continuing as a design consultant to Calvin Klein until May 2006. Miranda collaborates with international interior design and architectural practices on both private and corporate projects. She produces innovative contemporary designs for interiors, from domestic tabletop products to large-scale structures for public spaces. Her minimalist designs are created in a broad range of materials - metals, plastics, wood and glass. She is the daughter of David Watkins and Wendy Ramshaw.