October 2025

Finalist in the AHEAD Awards Europe 2025!!

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Westworks Interiors

As Europe’s first net-zero-carbon hotel, vocoZeal has been picked as a finalist in Sleeper magazine’s AHEAD Awards Europe 2025!

Take a look at all the entrants and categories here AHEAD Awards Europe 2025

Winners will be announced on the 27th November.

Good luck to all finalists!!

Photography credit: Julian Preece

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"Westworks Interiors were commissioned by a funder client on our recommendation to design the cafe at Earley East. They were thorough and collaborative in their design approach, resulting in a beautifully designed and well-functioning cafe space for the large business park the building is located within. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them again. "

"We wanted to create an environment that helped to develop a community and encouraged businesses to work together. Being local was also important to us as it was important to understand Bristol and the local market. The team were great at working with us and also managing all the stake holders. They were great at listening and also taking a vision and making it come alive. The number of positive comments we receive from members and guests is exceptional. It is a building to be proud of. I would definitely recommend them as well as use them again for future projects."

"I have known and worked with Ruth for over 15 years on various projects associated with The Cornwall Hotel, Spa & Estate. Ruth is a fantastically creative and bright designer and is able to understand the client’s needs and enhance and deliver concepts that always exceed expectations. Ruth and her team understand the financial constraints of a project and they have a rare knack of designing to a budget without compromising on design."

"I’m delighted to recommend Westworks Interiors and Director Ruth Wainwright for their exceptional work on the vocoZeal Hotel Exeter. Ruth and her team combined creativity, precision, and environmental responsibility to deliver Europe’s first branded net-zero carbon hotel. Every design choice aligned with BREEAM and carbon reduction goals while creating a warm, elegant atmosphere. The refined Japandi-inspired aesthetic blends natural textures, muted tones, and restorative spaces, with materials thoughtfully sourced for beauty and sustainability. Ruth’s collaborative leadership ensured seamless delivery, making the hotel a testament to her team’s professionalism and forward-thinking design."