New Member Benefit: Thoughtful Home Care with Upcycle Interiors

We're delighted to welcome Upcycle Interiors Ltd as our latest member benefit partner—bringing our total to eleven local businesses now offering benefits to Community Association of Poundbury members.

A Local Family Business with Deep Roots

Based in the Dorchester-Weymouth area, Upcycle Interiors is a family business with team members who have known each other since 1988. Led by Managing Director Mark Ellery—who holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Architecture—the company brings 35+ years of combined experience in architecture and construction.

Their passion is full property renovations, refurbishments, and upcycling. 'Architecture is at the core of the business and expressing and uncovering the natural charm, history, and features of your home is what we do,' Mark explains. 

Repair First, Replace Second

Upcycle Interiors specialises in the kind of thoughtful refurbishment work that suits Poundbury's distinctive character perfectly. Their focus is sash window refurbishment, timber repairs, decorating, carpentry, and those crucial finishing touches that transform good work into excellent results.

'Poundbury is a special place, with buildings designed to follow a clear and consistent architectural style,' says Lisa Hindle, Marketing Manager at Upcycle Interiors. 'That's part of what makes it so attractive to live in—but it also means there are rules around what can and can't be changed, especially on the outside of a property.'

Rather than defaulting to replacement, Upcycle looks first at how existing features can be repaired, restored, or improved—creating a seamless marriage of materials old and new, rough and smooth. 'Materials should be respected for what they are, and the raw form, story, and history of properties should be expressed, not erased,’ says Mark.

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Why This Matters in Poundbury

Many Poundbury homes feature timber windows that, over time, may stick, develop draughts, or simply look tired. 'They often don't need replacing at all,' Hindle notes. 'With the right care, repairs and attention, they can be brought back to good working order while keeping the look Poundbury is known for.'

This repair-first philosophy aligns perfectly with Poundbury's design guidelines, which encourage maintaining and repairing existing architectural features rather than replacing them. It's also the more sustainable choice—extending the life of quality materials rather than discarding them prematurely.

Beyond windows, Upcycle handles the detailed interior and exterior work that keeps homes looking smart: careful preparation, quality decorating, neat carpentry, and making-good after other trades have finished.

The Professional Difference

Upcycle Interiors has built its reputation on being reliable, communicative, and professional. "We're known for doing work properly, not hurriedly," Hindle emphasises.

The company's approach includes detailed written quotations and full contracts for every job—no matter how small—backed by comprehensive Terms & Conditions. "The customer will always know where they stand with us because everything is always put in writing for you," they note. "This avoids any misunderstandings."

For homeowners who've experienced the frustration of tradespeople who don't return calls or leave jobs half-finished, this commitment to communication, written agreements, and follow-through matters. All work is fully insured, and staff are DBS checked for peace of mind.

Member Benefit

As a thank-you to the Poundbury community, Upcycle Interiors is offering £50 off any accepted quotation over £500 for Community Association of Poundbury members.

"It's our small way of supporting homeowners who want to look after their properties thoughtfully and keep Poundbury looking its best," Hindle says. "If you're planning some maintenance, are considering window refurbishment, or just want friendly advice before starting anything, we're always happy to help."

Growing Member Benefits

This partnership brings the CAofP member benefits to eleven—a testament to local businesses recognizing the value of the Poundbury community. From home maintenance to professional services, healthcare to retail, our member benefits continue to grow.

If you're a local business interested in offering member benefits, or if you'd like to suggest businesses we should approach, please contact us at info@lovepoundbury.org.

To learn more about Upcycle Interiors or to request a quotation, call 01305 584 459 or visit www.upcycleinteriors.co.uk. Don't forget to mention your Community Association of Poundbury membership to claim your £50 discount on quotes over £500.

View all member benefits here.

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