Chelsea Flower Show

In 2022, Ian was asked to lead the metalworking team for The Body Shop's Chelsea Flower Show garden, designed by Jenifer Hirsch and entitled "re:generation". 

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Inspired by the new generation of changemakers and activists and their determination to change the world for the better. The garden is designed to tell a story of environmental and societal regeneration, connecting nature’s restorative abilities with young people’s resilience in the face of pressures like climate anxiety. ​

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Made from specialist steel called "Corten", the structure consisted of four arches, heated to various temperatures (1000oC, 750oC, 500oC and room temperature).

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Ian hand picked, and led, a team of 9 people over 5 month period in order to get the garden frame finished and installed on time and budget.