Sculpting the Everyday: Carrol Boyes Arrives in the UK

All Dressed Up Glass Bowl & Stand

This February marks a defining new chapter for internationally acclaimed South African homeware and gifting house Carrol Boyes, as it unveils a dedicated UK online store. For British audiences, the launch offers a first-hand encounter with the brand’s unmistakable design language — a refined fusion of sculptural artistry and purposeful function.

Founded in 1989 by the late artist and designer Carrol Boyes, the brand began modestly in a small studio in Cape Town. Her vision was audacious yet elegantly simple: to transform everyday objects into works of art. More than three decades on, that founding philosophy has evolved into a globally recognised design house, with collections available in over 30 countries worldwide.

Where Art Meets Function

Renowned for its fluid forms and human-inspired silhouettes, Carrol Boyes pieces are instantly recognisable. Figures appear poised in motion; handles curve like limbs; bowls and vessels become sculptural narratives. Each design embodies a singular ethos — to elevate the ordinary into the extraordinary.

Crafted from premium materials including pewter, aluminium, stainless steel, ceramics, glass, wood and textiles, every object reflects an uncompromising commitment to craftsmanship and South African artistry. These are not merely functional items; they are heirloom pieces designed to be used, admired and passed down through generations.

Reclining Champagne Cooler

A Curated Collection for Modern Living

The new UK e-commerce platform offers seamless access to some of the brand’s most iconic creations, beautifully packaged and delivered directly to customers’ doors. The collection spans home décor, kitchenware, dinnerware and barware — equally suited to refined everyday living and elevated entertaining.

Among the standout designs:

All Dressed Up Glass Bowl & Stand – A striking centrepiece ideal for layered desserts, abundant floral arrangements or sculptural fruit displays.
Reclining Champagne Cooler – A conversation-starting statement designed to cradle and chill champagne with theatrical elegance.
Man’ Drinks Trolley – Crafted from aluminium and glass, this sculptural showpiece epitomises luxury entertaining, its human-form structure capturing the brand’s signature design language in bold, architectural form.

Complementing these hero pieces is an extensive range of luxurious glassware, cutlery, salad servers and gifting accessories — perfectly timed for Mother’s Day, wedding season and milestone celebrations throughout the year.

A Legacy of Courage and Creative Conviction

The story of Carrol Boyes is one of bold reinvention. At 35, she left her career as a teacher to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a full-time artist. Within six months — and without a formal business plan — she had laid the foundations of what would become one of South Africa’s most celebrated design brands.

Today, the company remains proudly family-run, led by her brothers Charles and John Boyes. Their stewardship safeguards the founding values: exceptional design, ethical production practices and meaningful community empowerment initiatives.

With 41 boutiques across South Africa and a strong presence in leading department stores throughout the United States and Australia, the launch of the UK online store represents a significant milestone in the brand’s international expansion.

For British consumers, the invitation is clear: to discover — and collect — the art of living beautifully.