Cambridgeshire entrepreneur Dominic Green has secured a £16,000 Start-up loan from First Enterprise – Enterprise Loans through the British Business Bank to start up his new interior design business.
Shades by Dominic Green produces beautifully crafted high-end lampshades, made with the best quality fabrics, within his home workshop.
After two years of tirelessly working on design concepts and developing bespoke components, Dominic has been able to further the development and innovation of the shape of his shades – alongside incorporating an eco-friendly diffuser from the bottom up.
Dominic had to rethink and redirect his business plans overnight after becoming unemployed and having to close his previous company due to the pandemic. However, with his strong interest in interior design and drawing on inspiration from his time living in Japan – he started his new business venture ‘Shades by Dominic Green’ and has been perfecting his craft for the past 18 months.
The range of unique shapes and ‘floating’ eco-friendly diffusers offer the customer a unique innovative experience. The diffusers have an adjustable wire and magnet system made of unbleached natural cotton or a choice of handmade Japanese Washi paper to allow a delicately diffused glow.
The Start-Up Loan will help Dominic fund the expansion plans for his business. Dominic plans to invest in equipment, materials, marketing, and staff – to upscale his workshop and meet new demand.
