Paul Glaister
Brand Principal & Co-founder, Workpattern
Co-founded Workpattern in 2010 with Albany Contract, driven by a desire to bring higher quality furniture brands and progressive workplace thinking to the North East—a region that, at the time, lacked design-led workspaces. Inspired by my early experience working with Herman Miller and Bene in London, I’ve always believed in the power of design to shape how we work.
Since returning North, I’ve been passionate about sharing that knowledge—hosting seminars, collaborating with leading consultants, and advocating for better spaces that connect people with their environment. My background spans from hands-on business development in the Contract furniture market, growing our teams and network. Additionally, I spent some time in a similar role with an architecture and design practice. It also sparked a personal interest in design, which led to several self-build projects and one rather ambitious, ongoing renovation.
Over the past 15 years, Workpattern has grown into a respected name, delivering award-winning workplaces and launching WorkPulse, our latest venture reflects everything we've learned and continue to pursue.