Big House Events Ltd
Bespoke scenic design & construction

We design and create props, scenery and furniture for the creative, corporate and private markets including: Corporate Events, Parties, Installations, Theatre Shows and Exhibitions.

When you are at your most creative, you are nowhere near your comfort zone. At Big House we work closely with our clients to bridge the gap between creativity and comfort.

At the heart of the Big House is a trusted network of full timers, freelancers and suppliers, each their own specialisms, respected in the industry, who compliment and push each other creatively. We have the skill and flexibility to deliver a product that exceeds the expectations of our clients.

I’m a freelance copywriter, based in Edinburgh.

I’m here to make advertising and communication more effective and less expensive. Whatever your business needs – branding, copywriting, ads or ideas – I’m here to help. I can even lend a hand on the artwork side. (And, if you’re from an agency and you need a little extra creative muscle, I’m here to help you too.)

Borja Moronta is originally from Asturias, northern Spain. He settled in Edinburgh after graduating as an Architect in 2016 (Madrid Polytechnic University). Throughout university, he had big interest in different disciplines such as photography, ceramics or carpentry, and always felt drawn to that architecture which focuses on the materiality of the buildings.

His pottery practice began at the beginning of 2018, as part of a recovery process from a severe surgery due to nerve damage on his left hand. He joined Edinburgh Ceramics Workshop evening classes and soon became a member. Borja worked his way through the ECW structure and became part of their Incubator programme for emerging ceramicists in July 2019, setting up his own studio just a year later.

Today, based in his Edinburgh studio, based in Abbeymount, Borja makes ceramics that follow basic, calmed and natural forms on a soft tone palette. Each piece is individually crafted on the potter’s wheel and throughout all the stages, therefore showing all the nature of handmade.

Before setting up Calum Duncan Architects this year , Calum worked at Malcolm Fraser Architects in Edinburgh from 1998-2015, working on a wide variety of project size and types including public arts, commercial, residential and educational.

With this experience Calum has developed a specialism in complex and multi-use buildings, both large and small, as well as an understanding of the personal requirements of residential clients. His approach to design looks to connect issues of existing buildings or existing site conditions with a strong environmental agenda. Calum is interested in how these values, as well as the more pragmatic functional requirements can strengthen what is the most important outcome: a well considered and appropriate design, making inspiring spaces which are pleasurable, while practical to use.

Carla Edwards designs and makes colourful resin jewellery.

Once upon a time…
Chloe trained as a jeweller at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design, and graduated in 2014. Since then she has been developing her creative practice,; creating jewellery and artwork based on stories and mythologies.
Chloe creates highly patterned work. Her drawings are akin to the zentangle style, and this is also reflected in her etched style metalwork. She uses the patterns to create narratives, and explore visual storytelling through the fine arts, and the wearable jewellery creations she makes in the workshop here.
And they all lived happily ever after…

I set up Copper Mango five years ago after escaping the world of IT to pursue my dream of being a professional photographer. I’ve been interested in photography since childhood when I used to take pictures of my Action Man in various scenes I had set up – much to my mum’s confusion when she got her holiday snaps back!

I bought my first ‘proper’ camera aged 15 with some money left to me by my granddad and used it to take promotional shots for the band I was in at the time. I initially saw it as a hobby – who knew you could have a career doing the thing you loved? – but then I held two successful photography exhibitions which were the catalyst for me to take the leap and switch careers. So I guess you could say I’ve finally found my niche in life, if a little later than planned.

As a huge food fan, I was drawn at first to food photography and gradually gained experience in architectural, portrait, fashion, product and commercial photography. I understand what makes a great photograph and will happily discuss my versatile approach beforehand to ensure clients get the results they are looking for. I always research ideas in the lead-up to a shoot and clients can have as much or as little creative input as they wish. My work has appeared in a range of regional and national media including newspapers and lifestyle magazines.

When not working, I love eating out, music, film and exhibitions as well as enjoying the great outdoors, especially on long walks with Mary andBailey our Cocker Spaniel.

If you would like to discuss your particular project or find out more then please get in touch for an informal chat.

Paul Johnston