International interiors with a local village vibe

Needwood Living is a hidden gem located in Alrewas, and specialises in bespoke Interior Design and luxury homeware pieces.

Since launching the business back in 2009, Jo Raybould has grown Needwood Living from strength to strength. Interiors have always been a passion of Jo’s and over the last 13 years she’s brought her expertise to local clients and customers in the picturesque village of Alrewas and surrounding areas.

Needwood Living’s client base doesn’t stop there. Jo’s extensive interiors knowledge has scoped across international countries such as Portugal, Menorca, and the south of France and beautiful UK coastal locations such as Cornwall, Devon and Wales.

As you walk into Needwood Living in Alrewas you’ll be greeted with a warm welcome by Alex who, within the last few years, has taken the reigns of the beautiful homeware collections in the vibrant shop, as well as helping Jo in the studio with client design projects.

Hidden at the back of the shop is where everything comes to life, with Jo’s Design Studio. Not only will you be surrounded by the most beautiful sample fabrics, fixtures and fittings, but Jo will be on hand to guide you every step of the way recommending brands from the likes of Zoffany, Sanderson, Morris, Osborne & Little, Romo, Harlequin, Cole & Son, and Mulberry Home. Her full interior design service includes curtains, blinds, flooring, paint, wallpaper, furniture and accessories.

Due to the success in Alrewas, Needwood Living was proud to open there second shop in the bustling village of Tutbury in 2020. It is an absolute ‘go-to’ for furniture, rugs, lamps and lighting, art, mirrors, home fragrance, cushions, throws, ladies clothing, leather goods and jewellery.

Jo Raybould said ‘‘Both myself and the team specialise in sourcing individual items both for the shop and for customers’ homes. Our bespoke approach means we are able to give our clients exactly what they are looking for. Whether that’s an entire living space re-design, a particular curtain fabric, or simply a gorgeous homeware product from the shop, we are experts in recommending and designing schemes sympathetically with their property, lifestyle and budget’’.

Needwood Living also hold various shopping events throughout the year, with a complimentary glass of prosecco or two of course! It’s a great opportunity to visit the team and find out what’s available or treat yourself and your home to something new!

Located at 136 Main Street in Alrewas and 7A High Street in Tutbury, Needwood Living is open Tuesday to Saturday (Design Studio closed on Saturdays). Home design visit appointments are available, please call 01283 711 272 for further details of this service. Or visit Facebook, Instagram or www.needwoodliving.co.uk for more information or to browse a selection of products from the shops.