In what direction do you feel that design is moving towards in a general sense?:
We are so fortunate to work with some of the best names in the luxury interior design sector, and are really at the forefront of helping them to realise their visions. Trends do come and go, but a few schemes we have delivered and are currently looking at include more
traditional detailing and painted exteriors, similar to the Rutland Gate kitchen, with accents of metalwork and specialist finishes.
At the moment, we are also seeing more curves featuring in joinery from dressing rooms and bars to radius corners in wall panelling and doors.
Technology is also advancing rapidly, so much of our work is about how to build these into the nuts and bolts of a design scheme so they remain invisible.
Name five key themes to consider when approaching design in the future.:
Looking ahead, we see a few key themes shaping the future of design.
Firstly, longevity over trend. Clients are increasingly investing in spaces that will endure both aesthetically and functionally. Secondly, liveable luxury: interiors must balance refinement with practicality, supporting the way people genuinely live. Thirdly, material integrity, where provenance, sustainability, and tactile quality are paramount.
Then there is integration with architecture; joinery should never feel applied but rather be intrinsically part of the building’s fabric.
Finally, personalisation at scale. Clients are seeking highly tailored environments that reflect their identity, yet delivered with efficiency and precision.
If you could offer one piece of advice when it comes to designing, what would it be?:
Our advice would be simple: design from the inside out.
Too often, design begins with a visual concept, when in reality, the most successful projects start with a clear understanding of how a space will be used. How does it need to function day-to-day? What does the client need to feel when they walk into the room?
From a joinery perspective, this approach is essential, as is bringing in the joinery company early.
This helps to inform aesthetics, but more importantly, to input on feasibility and functionality. We would also recommend that clients sit down to get a full understanding of budgets to avoid unnecessary reworking at a later date.
Once a design is tendered and costs are deemed too high resulting in value engineering which can have an impact on the initial design intent. The aesthetic then becomes a natural extension of that thinking, rather than something applied retrospectively. When designers, architects and makers collaborate in this way, the process becomes more efficient, and the outcome and design handwriting becomes more coherent.
It is this clarity at the outset that ultimately allows creativity to flourish, resulting in interiors that feel effortless, yet are underpinned by an extraordinary level of detail.
