Lee Broom is a British product designer who spent his early years around Birmingham. He originally started in theatre school, but his career path took a different turn when Broom won a fashion design competition at 17 - this award led to a life-changing internship with Vivienne Westwood. After his internship, Broom decided to pursue fashion, he studied the subject at Central St Martins in London.
His background in theatre influenced the drama behind Lee Broom's designs, which has positively impacted his brand. Lee Broom founded his own studio in 2007, where he and his team utilises high-quality materials and has produced over 100 iconic designs, being described as unique yet familiar.
"As a designer I don’t create products with an award mindset, although needless to say, getting an award is always a huge honour. Receiving the Queen’s Award for Enterprise and meeting the Queen was a very proud moment for me and for the team. It rewarded us in some way for many years of hard work." - Lee Broom