FLOWERS are the order of the day at Wokingham’s newest design shop.
After months of waiting, Peacock House Interiors opened its doors to the public earlier this week.
On Monday, April 12, Wokingham borough mayor, Cllr Malcom Richards, performed the ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the retailer’s grand opening, following weeks of online-only sales.
The new store on Elms Walk offers a range of bespoke homeware as well as its own design service.
It was launched by husband and wife duo Ruby and Mohammed Azbar Bhatti, after Ruby discovered a love for interior design.
“This is our first big venture into home interiors,” Mr Bhatti said. “Ruby has always had a passion for it, so one day we decided why not take it further.
“She’s already designed our own house, and it’s been hard work setting up the shop but so worthwhile.”
Peacock House Interiors has a range of room displays and its own “Instagrammable” welcome area. It also stocks Heyland and Whittle — a brand commissioned by the royal family.
The store is themed to match the season, meaning it is currently decked out with flowers and blossoms to mark the beginning of spring.
Mr Bhatti said the team are feeling ecstatic after welcoming customers inside for the very first time.
“We’re really happy to be open,” he said. “Online pictures don’t always do the stock justice so now, people can come in and pick things up, and see the quality for themselves.”
And he said despite being new to the area, lots of residents have already been “popping their heads in to say hello” while the team set up shop.
The shop is following covid-secure guidelines in line with Government restrictions to keep customers safe, including enforcing social distancing and setting up hand sanitising stations.
To find out more, visit: www.facebook.com/peacockhouseinteriors
