Claire Kimble
About Claire Kimble
Claire Kimble is a Senior Designer with extensive experience in the flooring and interior design industries. She has worked at Milliken & Company since 1997 and is actively involved in mentoring and trend forecasting within the field.
Work at Milliken & Company
Claire Kimble served as a Senior Creative Designer at Milliken & Company from 1997 to 2020, totaling 23 years in Wigan, United Kingdom. During her tenure, she managed a diverse array of design projects, including unique interior schemes and award-winning design collections. In her current role as Senior Designer, she continues to contribute to innovative design solutions and has introduced the medium of floor covering into academic discussions through collaborations with universities.
Education and Expertise
Claire Kimble holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Textiles and Fashion Design from Winchester School of Art, which she completed from 1990 to 1993. She furthered her education at Design Academy Eindhoven, where she studied Textiles for 11 months in 1992. Additionally, she attended Warwickshire College Group for an Art Foundation Course from 1989 to 1990. In 2015, she studied Cool Hunting at the University of the Arts London for 11 months, enhancing her expertise in design and trend forecasting.
Background
Before her long career at Milliken & Company, Claire Kimble worked as a Layout Designer at Drukkerij Wilco in The Netherlands for one year from 1996 to 1997. Her background includes extensive experience in managing UK and pan-European design projects, focusing on the intersection of flooring and interior spaces. She is passionate about pushing the boundaries of design and has actively participated in trend forecasting panels, influencing future trends in the flooring industry.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Claire Kimble has engaged in collaborative mentoring with leading UK universities, aiming to support the future of textiles and design. Her contributions include the introduction of floor covering as a subject in academic settings, fostering a deeper understanding of its relevance in interior design. Her involvement in various design projects has led to the development of highly creative and award-winning design collections.