Join Anna Bennett, BIID Regional Ambassador, as she leads a dynamic discussion on creating interiors that add value, stand the test of time and ensure true longevity in your design projects.

Panel: Anna Bennett (Chair), James Roberts, Melinda Kiss, Iliada Rossi

Unpack the catchphrase “timeless interior” in conversation with the BIID. Exploring both residential and commercial interiors, this panel will pick apart the aspects that make an interior truly timeless. From sustainable, long-lasting products to navigating trends, you will leave inspired.

Anna Bennett - Grove Design - BIID Regional Ambassador

Anna Bennett started her journey in interior design 8 years ago.  Anna established her own practice before taking over as Design Director of Grove Design London in 2018.

Her practice has grown over time; she works with homeowners to create authentic homes and with brands in the commercial and hospitality sectors.  Anna works throughout the UK and further afield. Her approach to design puts the client or the brand at the heart of the project. Using her accreditation in advanced colour and design psychology principles, she creates spaces that support the well-being of the client and, through careful consideration of sustainability, the well-being of the environment. Anna is a member of the BIID CPD Committee and has recently become a BIID Ambassador for the North and North West.

 

James Roberts from James Roberts Interiors

A qualified engineer and formal training at both Sandhurst and the Royal College of Art, James brings a rare balance of technical precision, strategic insight and creative vision to his work.

 Over a 25-year career, he has worked across product design, packaging, furniture, and interiors—shaping everything from mass-market innovations and sportswear at NIKE to bespoke commissions and community projects such as Chester’s Supertrees.

Today, James focuses on place-making, with a portfolio that spans alpine chalets, private residences in Mallorca, country estates, Michelin-starred restaurants, and refined office environments. His belief-led, craft-driven approach continues to attract like-minded clients and collaborators who share his commitment to sustainable outcomes with lasting impact.

 

Iliada Rossi - Studio Rossi

Iliada Rossi is the Founder and Design Director of Rossi Studio, an interior architecture and design practice known for delivering refined, considered spaces across the residential, hospitality, and commercial sectors.

Born in Brasília and inspired by the city’s iconic modernist architecture, Iliada brings a strong architectural sensibility to every project. Her ability to translate a client’s vision into elegant, timeless interiors is matched by her attention to detail and creative direction.

 

Melinda Kiss - Keyhole Interiors

Melinda Kiss is the Creative Director and founder of Keyhole Interiors, a multi-award-winning interior design studio based in Lancashire. Founded in 2017, the studio has delivered projects across the UK in both residential and hospitality sectors. With over a decade of industry experience, Melinda is recognised for her architectural approach to design, balancing functionality with timeless elegance to create bespoke, detail-oriented interiors.