Terence Woodgate

Terence Woodgate was born in London in 1953. Initially he trained as a design engineer. However, fascination with purer forms of design led to a decision in the mid-80s to retrain as a furniture designer at the London Guildhall University. Woodgate established his first design studio in London in 1988. Working from his London base, Woodgate began to build his reputation as a thoughtful designer of both style and practical innovation. Work over this period included various lighting designs for Concord Lighting and “River”, his collection of modular cabinets developed for Punt Mobles. This was also the period when Woodgate first began to work with SCP, developing the acclaimed Public Seating System, which was launched in 1992, and has since become the standard specification for many design-led building projects. This successful collaboration has led to many other designs for the SCP furniture collection including the popular Woodgate modular sofa system, the REM bed and the Sax range of upholstery and coffee tables. In his work for SCP, Woodgate has proved to be a versatile and innovative designer. He has a studied and patient approach to design and the work he produces is always marked by its attention to detail. His decision to absorb European influence led to a move to Brussels in 1991; a catalyst for commissions for new work from international manufacturers. In 1996 Woodgate returned to England, to build a studio in Mayfield, East Sussex, where he now lives and works. Examples of his work are held in the permanent collections of the Museu d’Arts Decoratives, Barcelona and the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. He has received several design industry awards at home and abroad. Woodgate continues to quietly seek new expressions in design, currently designing for Cappellini, Concord Lighting, Punt Mobiles, Montina, and Moroso as well as continuing his well-established collaborative relationship with SCP. Woodgate became a Royal Designer for Industry (RDI) in 2003.