Atelier Interior Design have been shortlisted for Interior Design Scheme – UK Award & Lighting Piece Award in The International Design and Architecture Awards. Read more about Founders, James Fairley & Victor Branco below:

Name: James Fairley and Victor Branco

Company: Atelier Interior Design

Position within company: Founders/Directors

Website: www.atelier-design.co.uk

Tell us a little about your background in design:
James studied Architecture at the Queens University Belfast and The Mackintosh School of Architecture, Glasgow where he completed his Masters in Architecture before working in commercial practice in Switzerland, Malaysia and the UK for 15 years.
Victor was born in Mozambique where he spent his childhood, before moving to Portugal in his teens. After completing a degree in Fine Art at ESAD Caldas Rainha – Lisbon, Victor moved to the UK in 2001 to study Interior Architecture at the Belfast School of Architecture and Built Environment at The University of Ulster, graduating with a 1st class BA honours in 3D Design (Product, Furniture and Interior Design). Following his degree Victor lectured in Interior Design at the Belfast School of Architecture and Built Environment at The University of Ulster before establishing Atelier Interior Design with James.

How would you describe your design style?
Our design style is eclectic and modern with a nod to luxury.

Where does your design inspiration come from?
Primarily we take inspiration from our clients’ lifestyles, aspirations and personalities which we then translate into a well-designed interior. Each project is as unique as our clients. Secondly we take inspiration from our travels. We visit the major international design fairs annually where we absorb upcoming world design trends. These trips are a vital source of design inspiration for our project work as we always strive to delivery the highest level of design with the most up to date ranges of products.

In what direction do you feel that design is moving towards in a general
sense?
We are definitely seeing a major shift away from the minimalist design approach toward a richer, more layered ‘maximalist’ aesthetic. Eclectic and layered interiors with a nod of luxury are really coming into their own. The concept of luxury has also been shifting away from large recognisable international design brands towards a more bespoke, custom made design approach which focuses on individuality and beautifully handcrafted products. Detail and craftsmanship are the ultimate luxury! We pride ourselves in crafting each of our interior projects to fit our clients brief and sense of individuality. Our projects combine a meticulous detail driven approach, the result is exceptional luxury that is elegant, tailored and timeless. Our skilled team of interior designers and craftsmen design and create stunning custommade furniture, lighting and cabinetry for nearly all our projects. This allows us to offer a highly personalised design service to our clients.

Name five key themes to consider when approaching design in 2021 and
beyond.
Sculptural Cocooning Furniture, Post-modernism, hearty and grounded shades with natural textures, the Maximalism movement and Textured walls from plaster to wall relieves.

If you could offer one piece of advice when it comes to design schemes,
what would it be?
Always listen to your client. Understand their lifestyle in order to help design a space that is beautiful, functional and that reflects their personality and way of living.

How important are The International Design & Architecture Awards?
The International Design Awards are of upmost importance within the industry as they give recognition to the continued hard work and creative talents of designers across the world.

What projects are you currently working on?
Some standout projects we are currently working on include a large Villa in the Republic of Ireland and a Mansion House on the outskirts of London.

Which products/services could you not live without when designing?
Our well stocked design library and the relationships we have built up over the years with our exceptional team of skilled crafts people.

What are your aims and goals for the next twelve months?
We have a number of exciting new projects in the pipe line which we can’t wait to share with the world!

Final thoughts; tell us a little more about yourself and your daily inspirations:
Architecture, interiors, contemporary art, music, cinema and fashion are part of our daily life which provides a source of inspiration, revealed in the everyday live settings that we create. Each developed project pursues harmony in the proportions of its interior architecture, in the balance of forms and in the original and engaging use of materials and colours through an eloquent and sensitive approach.

Atelier Interior Design have been shortlisted for Interior Design Scheme – UK Award & Lighting Piece Award in The International Design and Architecture Awards.

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