A FLOURISHING local design and communication specialist has moved to prestigious new offices which will act as a catalyst for future growth and success.

Expanding Appleby Bowers, headed by Bernie Bowers, has moved to considerably larger premises at Bank House Studios in Warwick Street, Prestwich, by ironically going backs to its roots -- as part of a £500,000 investment.

Mr Bowers wants to create "creativity under one roof" and is looking to forge relationships with photographers, interior and product designers and also web specialists.

The four-storey Edwardian premises that were originally a Co-operative Bank are where the design, marketing and PR company used to lease a floor ten years ago.

Appleby Bowers specialist in design and public relations and service a diverse range of UK and international clients which includes Plumb Center, national coach tour operator Wallace Arnold and the Learning Skills Council.

Mr Bowers explained: "People are the biggest asset at Appleby Bowers, from creative designers and copywriters to accounts and administration support."

Commenting on the company's new base, he added: "The offices provide more growing room to expand and develop the business even further and also create a better working environment for our staff."