Paragon Studio Appoints British Entrepreneur Giles English as Board Advisor and Non-executive Director

Luxury wellness brand Paragon Studio has announced the appointment of Giles English as board advisor and non-executive director, effective June 2026.

English is the co-founder of British watch brand Bremont, established alongside his brother Nick in 2002. Under their leadership, Bremont became one of the most recognised modern British watchmakers, with a focus on precision engineering, adventure and aviation heritage. The business was acquired by investors in 2023, and English has subsequently devoted his time to working with emerging luxury British brands and owns YARD-O-LED, the luxury writing instrument manufacture.

Paragon Studio was launched by Edward Thomas in 2024 and creates bespoke wellness spaces and design-led gym equipment for private residential, hospitality and yacht clients. Designed in London, with its bespoke products made in the United Kingdom, the company’s work combines architectural planning with product design and equipment engineered for long-term use.

Paragon Studio is experiencing strong growth, including partnerships with global hospitality brands, projects for London members’ clubs such as the recently launched Maslow’s in Kensington, and a collaboration with Italian fashion house Golden Goose in Milan.

In his new role, English will support Paragon Studio’s leadership team across brand development, product and strategic growth. His focus will include mentoring founder Edward Thomas, advising on fundraising, and contributing to the evolution of the company’s positioning within the luxury and performance wellness space.

Edward Thomas, Founder of Paragon Studio, said: “Giles has built one of the most credible modern British luxury brands in recent history. He understands how to create modern heritage design, grounded in craftsmanship, purpose and long-term thinking. That is exactly the approach we are taking with Paragon Studio as we scale the business internationally. His experience will be invaluable as we continue to refine our product, positioning and growth strategy.”

Giles English added:

“What Paragon Studio and Edward have achieved in such a short space of time is incredibly impressive and as a product man I was immediately drawn to the business. The luxury wellness space has huge potential and I am very much looking forward to working with the team to make sure realise our goals of becoming a globally recognised luxury fitness brand.”