Business Growth Fund

Business Growth Fund, established in 2011, is a prominent investor in small and mid-sized businesses, offering patient capital and strategic support to growing companies and ambitious entrepreneurs. As the UK and Ireland’s most active investor in small and medium-sized companies, they have £2.5bn to support businesses across various sectors and regions. With 14 offices, they are closely connected to the businesses they invest in. Boasting a team of over 150 professionals and a network of board-level executives, they aim to drive economic activity by enabling entrepreneurs to scale up their businesses and contribute to increased employment, exports, and overall growth. The companies in their portfolio collectively employ close to 50,000 people, highlighting their significant impact on the business landscape.

David Bellis

Investor

Olly Cutting

Investor

David Gammie

Investor

Alex Garfitt

Investor

Harry Jones

Investor

Nigel Rudd

Chairman

James Skade

Investor

Hannah Waters

Investor

Past deals in Furniture

Woodland Kitchens

Private Equity Round in 2024
Woodland Kitchens is a design-led producer of furniture for bathrooms, bedrooms, and kitchens for both commercial and retail markets.

Mzuri

Venture Round in 2022
Mzuri Group is a global luxury window coverings group established with the vision to provide an environment where companies can achieve their true potential.

UK Flooring Direct

Venture Round in 2020
UK Flooring Direct Ltd is an online retailer based in Hinckley, United Kingdom, specializing in a diverse range of flooring products, including real wood, laminate, and vinyl flooring. Founded in 2004, the company caters to both consumers and trade professionals, offering high-quality, own-brand flooring solutions. In addition to flooring options, UK Flooring Direct provides various accessories such as underlay, door profiles, stair nosing, and skirting to enhance and protect installations. The company features tools that assist customers in making informed decisions, including a room visualizer and the option to order free extra-large samples, allowing users to visualize their selections in their own spaces. As an early e-commerce pioneer, UK Flooring Direct continues to grow by prioritizing customer experience and product accessibility.

Decora

Venture Round in 2020
Decora specializes in providing tailored solutions for furniture and decor internet retailers. The company develops an online platform that focuses on designing 3D product models and scenarios. Utilizing advanced technologies and computer-generated imagery, Decora's team of digital artists creates interactive and personalized services for clients by importing essential product information to produce accurate and engaging visual representations. This innovative approach allows retailers to enhance their online offerings and improve customer experiences.

Mzuri

Venture Round in 2020
Mzuri Group is a global luxury window coverings group established with the vision to provide an environment where companies can achieve their true potential.

Chesney's

Venture Round in 2017
Chesney's Limited is a distinguished supplier of luxury fireplaces, stoves, and accessories, recognized for its commitment to craftsmanship and innovative design. The company offers a diverse range of products, including period and contemporary fireplaces, wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves, gas fires, and bioethanol appliances. With a focus on aesthetic appeal and energy efficiency, Chesney's combines traditional manufacturing techniques with modern engineering, producing items that reflect both historical authenticity and contemporary trends. Its product range also includes a variety of accessories such as fire tools, log holders, and fire screens. Established in 1977 and based in London, Chesney's operates showrooms in London and New York and collaborates with authorized dealerships across Europe, the Middle and Far East, and the Americas. The company emphasizes exceptional customer service and regularly introduces new collections that set industry benchmarks for design and innovation.

Direct Online Services

Venture Round in 2016
Direct Online Services Limited is an e-commerce retailer specializing in kitchen furniture, primarily operating in the United Kingdom. The company's product range includes wooden worktops, cabinetry, and a variety of door styles and finishes, as well as solid oak cabinets and accessories like handles and drawers. It also provides kitchen-fitting products aimed at both professional tradesmen and DIY enthusiasts, along with clearance kitchen stock sourced from various suppliers. Founded in 2008 and based in Gloucester, the company combines modern technology with a focus on sustainability, quality, and affordability. As of May 2020, Direct Online Services operates as a subsidiary of Broadview Holding B.V.

Ocee & Four Design

Venture Round in 2016
Ocee Design, established in 1990, is a UK-based manufacturer and supplier of contemporary commercial furniture. Headquartered in Northampton with showrooms in both Northampton and London, the company specializes in creating high-quality, British-designed products. Ocee Design offers a wide range of seating solutions, including reception, task, visitor, and meeting seating, as well as tables, acoustics, workspaces, and accessories. They cater to office furniture resellers, design and build consultants, architects, and specifiers, providing installation, maintenance, and support services. The company is committed to promoting British design and craftsmanship, ensuring exceptional quality and service.

Ocee International

Private Equity Round in 2016
Ocee International serves as the parent company for several notable international contract furniture brands, including Ocee Design, Four Design, and Race Furniture. The company focuses on integrating research, design, and manufacturing expertise to develop a diverse range of innovative furniture products and services that meet global market demands. In addition to its existing brands, Ocee International seeks to foster the growth of new companies that align with its corporate culture and can contribute positively to its portfolio.

Better Bathrooms

Venture Round in 2016
Better Bathrooms is a retailer based in Huddersfield, United Kingdom, specializing in a wide range of bathroom and homeware products. The company designs its own products while also sourcing the latest styles and designs from around the world. Its offerings include digital showers, contemporary complete suites, and waterfall taps, among other sophisticated bathroom items. Better Bathrooms operates two showrooms and twelve large bathroom and tile showrooms across the UK, along with two collection points for customers and trade, allowing potential buyers to explore their extensive product range before making a purchase.

Sofology

Venture Round in 2016
Sofology Limited is a UK-based retailer specializing in the sale of sofas, including leather, fabric, recliner, corner sofas, and sofa beds. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Golborne, the company operates a network of stores throughout the United Kingdom and also offers its products online. Known for its diverse range of home furnishing options, Sofology focuses on providing quality and comfort to its customers. In July 2015, the company rebranded from Sofaworks Limited to Sofology Limited and has since operated as a subsidiary of DFS Furniture plc.

Canburg

Venture Round in 2014
Canburg is a luxury design-based manufacturing company renowned for its ownership of two prestigious bespoke furniture brands, Smallbone of Devizes and Mark Wilkinson Furniture. The company specializes in the manufacture and sale of high-quality furniture and fittings for various spaces, including kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms, dressing rooms, libraries, media rooms, and study rooms. Canburg's portfolio showcases a diverse range of design aesthetics, catering to both traditional and contemporary tastes. Its commitment to handcrafting furniture ensures that it meets the unique needs of different room sizes and development projects, solidifying its reputation in the luxury furniture market.

Furniture Village

Venture Round in 2014
Furniture Village Limited is a prominent furniture retailer based in Slough, United Kingdom, specializing in a wide range of household products. The company offers an extensive selection of items, including sofas, armchairs, footstools, beds, mattresses, dining tables, chairs, and various home accessories. In addition to traditional furniture, it provides garden furniture, storage solutions, and lighting products. Established in 1988, Furniture Village operates both physical retail stores and an online platform, allowing customers to shop for home decor items that suit their individual needs.

Better Bathrooms

Private Equity Round in 2013
Better Bathrooms is a retailer based in Huddersfield, United Kingdom, specializing in a wide range of bathroom and homeware products. The company designs its own products while also sourcing the latest styles and designs from around the world. Its offerings include digital showers, contemporary complete suites, and waterfall taps, among other sophisticated bathroom items. Better Bathrooms operates two showrooms and twelve large bathroom and tile showrooms across the UK, along with two collection points for customers and trade, allowing potential buyers to explore their extensive product range before making a purchase.
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