Bathroom retailer and supplier CP Hart has been named Best Bathroom Retailer at the Northern Design Awards.

It took the title for its 4000 square foot showroom in a Grade II listed building in Manchester city centre.

The showroom, spread over two floors, was opened in October last year and features products from a variety of manufacturers mixed to create room sets. There are also presentation and relaxation areas for customers.
"It is fantastic to have dedicated awards that champion the very best of the design industry for the North," said CP Hart managing director Paul Rowland.

He added: "The calibre of entries this year was extremely high, showcasing the talent that the North has to offer including inspirational work by some of the UK's most exciting interior designers and architects, all of whom we hope to work with in the future."

Held at the Lowry Hotel in Manchester, the awards were hosted by Channel 4's "Restoration Man" George Clarke. Designers Sir Terence Conran and Wayne Hemingway were on the judging panel which also included Suzanne Imre of Livingetc magazine.

Event manager Shelley Bond said: "The Northern Design Awards reinforce the region's commitment to breathtaking design, cutting edge style and quality craftsmanship."

Our picture shows, left to right: George Clarke, CP Hart Manchester manager David Taylor, CP Hart managing director Paul Rowland and Livingetc publisher Lynsey Bushell.