Yet the inspiration and production process goes beyond Scotland. Bute Fabrics are characterized by an international profile by collaborating with designers and manufacturers all over the world.
The company and the island share a unique family history, Bute founded the company in 1947 to provide employment for the returning military from a deep commitment to the island and its development.
Bute Fabrics is part of the Bute family brand which includes: Mount Stuart Trust, managers of the amazing Victorian Gothic splendor of Mount Stuart Bute Estate Foods a subsidiary of Ritchie of Rothesay, world famous fish smoker.
Bute Fabrics is now one of the UK's most well-known and respected fabric manufacturers as a result of its 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.