Founder and Design Director of Charlotte Rowe Garden Design

To mark the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, arguably the most prestigious flower show on Earth, we’re delighted to share a special edition of the Attended Exchange podcast.

In this episode, Sandra Welfare – wife of Wilfords co-founder Simon Welfare – steps in as guest host for an inspiring conversation with her friend, Chelsea gold medal-winning garden designer Charlotte Rowe, and her design director @tomokokawauchigardens.

Charlotte shares her remarkable journey into garden design following a successful first career in client services, and how a lifelong love of landscapes eventually led her to the heart of the Chelsea Flower Show. Alongside her trusted collaborator Tomoko Kawauchi, she reflects on their dynamic working relationship, their love of designing London gardens, and the shared vision that brings their award-winning gardens to life.

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Interview with James Vlasto, Founder, Badgemore property consultancy

In Episode 1 of Season 2 of Attended Exchange, the property podcast hosted by Wilford’s Founder, Geoff Wilford, we’re joined by James Vlasto, a close friend of Geoff’s and the founder of Badgemore property consultancy. With a degree in business psychology, James initially aimed for a career in corporate consultancy but found himself in the property world after the events of September 11th. From there, he built a reputation for measured, honest advice, eventually moving from sales to buying with the launch of Badgemore in 2009.

In this conversation, James shares his experiences of making bold career moves in challenging markets, the importance of relationships in property, and how he transitioned from sales to the buying side. He also reflects on the best advice he’s received, the hurdles he's overcome, and what it takes to thrive in a referral-based business. Join us for an insightful discussion about the unexpected path that led to James's success in the property industry.

The Attended Exchange podcast is available on Apple, Amazon and Spotify.

In Episode Six of The Attended Exchange, Wilfords’ founder Geoff Wilford sits down with Carl Bignell, one of the most accomplished and visionary designers and developers in the super prime residential market. Carl’s journey is anything but conventional, beginning with a peripatetic childhood that shaped his perspective and adaptability. He started his career in estate agency, only to reinvent himself as a trailblazing designer and developer, delivering some of the most exquisite homes in London as well as The Bahamas and New Orleans.

In this illuminating conversation, Carl shares insights into the evolution of the super prime market, his career challenges and triumphs, and his thoughts on what it takes to thrive in this competitive arena. For aspiring designers and developers, Carl offers invaluable advice, blending his expertise with a candid look at what’s required to succeed in this unique space.

Whether you’re a property enthusiast, a design aficionado, or simply curious about the inner workings of the ultra-luxury market, this episode promises a fascinating and inspiring listen.

The Attended Exchange podcast is available on Apple, Amazon and Spotify.