Bute Fabrics is a designer and manufacturer of fabrics based on the Isle of Bute, on the west coast of Scotland. The island's landscape, colors and textures provide rich inspiration for the design team based there. Yet the inspiration and production process goes beyond Scotland. Bute Fabrics are characterized by an international profile by collaborating with designers and manufacturers around the world.
The company and the island share a unique family history. Bute founded the company in 1947 to provide employment for returning servicemen, out of a deep commitment to the island and its development. Bute Fabrics is part of it Bute family brand, including: Mount Stuart Trust, managers of the astonishing Victorian Gothic splendor of Mount Stuart, and Bute Estate, a food company, a subsidiary of Ritchie of Rothesay, a world-famous fish smoker.
The company and the island share a unique family history. Bute founded the company in 1947 to provide employment for returning servicemen, out of a deep commitment to the island and its development. Bute Fabrics is part of it Bute family brand, including: Mount Stuart Trust, managers of the astonishing Victorian Gothic splendor of Mount Stuart, and Bute Estate, a food company, a subsidiary of Ritchie of Rothesay, a world-famous fish smoker.
Bute fabrics are now one of the most well-known and respected fabric manufacturers in the UK as a result of many design initiatives and collaborations. They work with renowned designers such as Jasper Morrison, Tom Dixon, Kapper Osgerby and Beasties. The Bute collection has set the highest standards for the industry.
