Antiques, collectables, auctions, valuations, interiors, art and more in Hawick in the Scottish Borders

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Whether you’re looking for a valuation, to pick up something specific at auction, or wish to browse through rooms of unique items of furniture or decorative pieces you’ll find it all close by.

Antiques and collectables can turn a house into a home, a room into a gallery whether you’re looking to build on your collection or find a talking-point statement piece.

And, if you need a little expertise or inspiration to pull together your collection, Hawick also boasts an interiors expert, who can help you make the most of your antiques and treasures.

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Borders Antiques and Decorative Art Centre

Borders antique centre has been trading for 15 years and has grown from one floor in a Victorian mill in Hawick to three floors covering 15000 feet.

The centre offers an eclectic mix of antique furniture, paintings, ceramics, glassware, books and much more.

The centre brings together various dealers, who bring in new stock on a regular basis – so it’s well worth return visits!

Customers are welcome to come along and browse at their leisure, and the wide variety of items for sale means there is something to suit all pockets and all tastes.

The centre is open Monday to Saturday 11am to 4pm and Sunday noon until 3pm.An appointment can be offered outside those times, by arrangement.

“Whether it is one piece or a complete house re-furnishing we are here to help.Items can also be sourced to a customers’ needs as our sellers are always on the hunt for quality merchandise,” said owner Maurice.

And if you find a piece you like, they evenoffer a country wide delivery service, so getting it home will be no problem.

You can find them on Facebook or contact them by email [email protected]

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Gita Interior Design

Gita Interiors and Design is a multi-disciplinary design practice that seamlessly integrates interiors and architecture.

Mainly specialising in residential projects, it offers a broad range of services including full interior design from city residences to country estates, sourcing upholstery and soft furnishings.

With 18-years’ experience, and a trusted team of professional builders in Scotland and France behind the scenes, Gita is able to bring her well-travelled and expert design eye to meet the needs of every client, bringing out their personality and specifications with flair and style.

She said her inspiration comes from many sources.

“I believe in true design for living – a space will have details, bold use of colours, balance and symmetry. Comfort is my overriding aim,” she said.

“I like to create classically beautiful and carefully curated homes that feel stylish and comfortable now and in years to come. I love classical design with a modern interpretation, mixing contemporary with vintage pieces.”

The first step is always to work out how to make each room really useful, focusing on the finishing touches from beginnings.

“A room comes to life through the plants and objects and things that someone has accumulated through time,” she said.

If you would like Gita to help you make the most of your interiors and treasured antiques and objects you can get in touch by email at [email protected] or visit the website here and her Facebook site here.

Border Online Auctions

For the past 17 years Border Online Auctions have run this provincial sale room where you’ll find regular sales of antique ceramics, glass, pictures, clocks, jewellery, silver and other collectables.

Auctions are a fantastic source of interesting and rare items, whether you are seeking something very specific, or hoping to bag yourself a bargain.

The on-line auctions attract a global audience, and the website offers everyone the chance to browse through the catalogue, found here at their leisure to discover which items are coming up.

The team of valuers are extremely experienced and can give sellers expert advice and guidance on price and current trends. The valuation service is available for probate and personal requests.

Items being offered for auction can be collected and there is also a delivery service available for purchases. Gold and silver items and jewellery are sold with zero commission to the seller.

To find out more, visit the website here or email [email protected]