Independent furniture retailer Glasswells has recognised one of its employees after achieving a Diploma in Interior Design.

Abbi Travers joined Glasswells home furnishing superstore in Bury St Edmunds two years ago and is thrilled to have successfully completed her studies at the Interior Design Institute.

Abbi started her career at Glasswells as a sales adviser in the soft furnishings department, which sells an array of made-to-measure window treatments and accessories. Having now completed the professional Interior Design course, Abbi has been promoted to the role of full-time Design Consultant with the long-standing family retailer.

Abbi explained: “Joining Glasswells truly has been a wonderful experience. My flare for design and creative passion started at a young age and I am thankful to the company for sponsoring me in throughout the course and for their support. I look forward to what my future at Glasswells holds and can’t wait to work alongside customers to bring their interior design dreams to life.”

Paul Glasswells, Managing Director, added: “Our mission at Glasswells is to develop the careers of young people in retail, through professional training and practical work experience with our team of experts. This provides them the knowledge and confidence to progress within the company, as well as offering our special customers a first-class service. We are delighted with Abbi’s result and see a very bright future ahead within our Interior Design department.”