About Cast
CAST was founded as an enterprise by John Stott and Peter Kain aimed
at fusing together the craftmanship of both interior and exterior
decorative architecture. Providing an all round service for the
Construction and Architectural industry throughout the United Kingdom.
Clients can expect to receive a competatively priced quotation with
the supply and installation to the highest quality.
Since the founding of CAST last year several new members have joined
the team, meaning that CAST is now capable of providing further new
and exciting services including a commission based sculpting service
and a body and baby casting service. Using the skills of our creative
art department the possibilities really are endless your own
imagination is the only thing holding you back.
At our North London base in Hornsey High Street, you'll find our CAST
Showroom, where you can view our craftsmanship and discuss your needs
with a member of our team.
The Team
Peter Kain
The creative world is represented by Peter Kain, who built upon his skill in plastering (both fibrous and solid) to teach at Torquay College and then study classical architecture at the prestigious New York Acaemy of Art. Peter then worked for 9 years with some of New York's most innovative designers and architects and was commissioned by renowned US artist Jim Richmond to create life castings of wild animals (deer, birds, squirrels) for the highly valued work 'Deer in the Woods'. Further extensive travelling to study the ancient wonders of Europe and Africa led to Peter being invited by the British Museum to become their mould maker of statuary.
Mark Godderidge
The gift of artistic design is provided by Mark Godderidge, who built
upon his study of Industrial Design to become visiting tutor of
sculpting and model making at the world famous Royal College of Art.
Peter has worked with many of the UKs leading design companies
(e.g.Seymour Powell, Pentagram) providing iconic designs such as the
1980's London Taxi, scaled models for architectural projects, Jaguar
and BMW vehicle bodywork and created sculptures for the film industry
such as the Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy, 5th Element and Jim
Henson's creative workshop, commonly known as the Muppets.
John Stott
John is the founder of the prestigious Hornsey Mouldings
a highly successful Stone Masons in North London.
With over 30 years experience, John Stott upholds the
finest British traditions of quality craftsmanship; leading a highly
gifted team that provides a comprehensive service of design, sculpture
and production. Hornsey Mouldings have considerable experience as
specialist suppliers
of architectural features and mouldings in a variety of finishes -
from reconstituted stone, including Portland, Bath, York and
Terracotta, to pre-cast concrete, fibrous plaster and glass
re-inforced plastic.Our expertise has been utilised in equal
satisfaction in countless
period buildings from domestic residences through to prestigious
buildings such as Buckingham Palace, Palace of Westminster, Chiswick
House and numerous others. Our ability to produce detailed and
intricate features is highly acclaimed and our work in reproducting
and re-instating the Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian frontage of
London's High Street parades is recognised by Local Authorities
granting us preferred supplier status. Our production cycle is capable
of providing both individual and high volume products to an exacting
standard.
The Hornsey Mouldings team are individually selected
to provide every assistance in all aspects of realising your needs and
dreams.
Aimee Grundell
The most recent addition to the team, Aimee brings with her extensive
knowledge within the arts. After gaining her degree 3yrs ago she has
worked on the arts desk as a writer and set designer for several
prestigious publications such as The Independent, Dazed and Confused
and Show Studio. A published illustrator and designer Aimee joins us
to head up the Body Casting department.
