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Top 10 Interior Designers in London

Top 10 Interior Designers in London

by Abstract House in Interior Design

Our top ten absolute favourite designers in London. Your complete guide to the best in the UK’s capital.

Sometimes only a renovation will do. But, the task of completely transforming your interiors is an incredibly overwhelming mission to take on. Luckily, there are a huge amount of London based interior designers ready to take the mantle and give you the new space you are longing for. Whilst there are hundreds of fabulous options, we have narrowed it down to our top ten absolute favourites to help you choose. 

Nicola Harding

Nicola's thoughtful approach to design and architecture is showcased naturally in her portfolio. Understanding the space and creating the ideal functional and enjoyable end result creates a big impact for her clients.

Nicola Harding voted Number One Interior Designer in House & Garden Top 100 Designers Awards 

Image Credit: Nicola Harding. Canonbury residential townhouse project.

"Our aim is to create places rich in atmosphere, places people feel enchanted by and connected to; places people quickly feel at home in. We believe the process of a project is as important as the finished result and are intent on the journey being satisfying and enjoyable for our clients."

It's no wonder Nicola Harding won House & Garden's Top 100 list of the best interior designers.

De Rosee Sa

Alex Loehnis London Row House Townhouse Architectural Digest De Rosee Sa Architectural Interior Design

Image Credit: Architectural Digest, De Rosee Sa, London Row House

Founded by husband and wife duo, Max de Rosee and Claire Sa, who are accredited architects soon broadened their portfolio to cover interior design to provide the perfect finished spaces for their clients. Similar to Abstract House's principles, also founded by a husband and wife team, the couple translate their concepts into state-of-the-art completed design projects. 

When I first read about De Rosee Sa's London row house redevelopment for fashion mogul Alison Loehnis, now CEO of YOOX Net A Porter Group, in Architectural Digest, the astonishing finish demanded a space in our top interior designers list.

Space Shack

Space Shack Interior Designers London

Photo Credit: Space Shack, browse a selection of their projects here.

Living in London, the preservation and manipulation of space is high up on the list of priorities. But, from  studio flats for one to town houses for a family, making sure you are making the most out of the space you have can be a challenging task. 

Space Shack’s mission is to offer innovative and stylish solutions to this dilemma. They even have their own philosophy - interiors influence us in even the minutiae of our everyday lives -  by which they approach every single one of their projects. Their designs are bespoke and tailored to the needs and uses you have for your home. Taking care of the rest, you will be left with timeless and captivating interiors, created just for you by Space Shack. 

Charlotte Candillier Interiors 

Charlotte Candillier Interiors

Photo Credit: Charlotte Candillier Interiors via Nice Local. Browse their London portfolio here.

Based in Wandsworth, Charlotte Candillier Interiors focuses heavily on the luxurious. The brand offers a plethora of services including: interior design, design and build services,  interior styling, home-staging, space planning and project management. Despite being based in London, they serve clients on an international scale reaching as far as France, Mauritius and South Africa.

Having been in operation for 18 years, this established company has the knowledge and experience necessary to provide interiors you can be proud of. Once again, Charlotte Candillier Interiors starts every journey by establishing what you want and need from your home. From there, the team truly flourish and will provide you with a gorgeous home that will never go out of style. 

COR London

Founded in 2021, COR London is relatively new on the London interior design scene. Meaning colour in portuguese, Cor is run by Brazilian designer Camila de Oliviera Rodrigues. Inspired by her vibrant and fast paced upbringing (in São Paulo, Brazil), Rodrigues has a love for nature and wildlife which seeps into her designs. 

At the core of COR’s philosophy is inspiration. Its founder has travelled every corner of the world which has fuelled her mission to bring experiences within four walls. Since then she has trained at the British Academy of Interior Design and is now based in London, working with other business who want to create unique and individualistic spaces for their clients.   

Cat Dal Interiors

Cat Dal InteriorsImage: Cat Dal Interiors, browse their other projects here.

Calling all minimalists and Scandi-lovers! Ok, well it's not all minimalist yet but Cat Dal Interiors captures the essence of Scandinavian design within each and every one of their projects. This is because they have a very clear and simple set of values - beauty and functionality. Through this ehos, Cat Dal manages to perfectly blend the old and the new, the monotone and the vibrant in order to create playful and creative spaces. 

Like all good interior designers, their inspiration is sourced from you, their client. The entire premise of their work is to create an environment in which you can live and love. Firmly rejecting the notion of trend-setting, Cat Dal’s only style preoccupation is your own. Offering both commercial and residential design options, you can be sure to receive outstanding service as well as a unique result. 

JLV Design 

Founded by Josephine, a designer with over twenty years of experience under her belt, JLV Designs endeavour to tailor their interiors precisely to your day-to-day lifestyle. Very much influenced by her father’s career as an antique dealer, Josephine has always had an innate appreciation for homes with character.

As stated by Josephine herself, she loves to create simple and elegant interiors that provide function to everyone. 

Slightly Quirky 

browse their other projects here.

Based in West London, Slightly Quirky are a vibrantly established interior design company that specialise in residential properties. As the name suggests, the designers from this exceptional establishment endeavour to create interiors which boast personality whilst retaining a sense of flow throughout the home. Their service is bespoke, tailored to each and every client and their specific needs and desires. 

In 2006, founder Deborah Moor realised the importance of interiors which reflect the owner’s unique style yet do not hinder the everyday usability. Drawing upon her 25 years of experience within the industry, Deborah established Slightly Quirky to accelerate her mission for individualistic and practical interiors. Whilst listening to her clients wants and needs, Deborah’s own love for colour and texture gives each one the extra confidence they need to make the leap towards the slightly quirky. 

Honeybee Interiors

Honeybee Interiors is all about informality and affordability. Their founder has worked as an interior stylist, prior to developing Honeybee Interiors, and was struck by the demand for an accessible interior design service. The company has a two-tiered offering, believing that any budget should have the potential to create fresh new interiors. With a contemporary style and a focus upon usability, Honeybee Interiors has certainly not gone unnoticed. Having been featured in the Sunday Times Magazine, Elle Decor and Grazia, their fashionable work is truly at the forefront of the interior design world. 

Honeybee Interiors promises to work with its clients to not only discover the style that suits them best, but also to encourage you to remove any fears of going a bit more “out there” than you would on your own! If you are after happy and light hearted interiors that reflect your everyday lifestyle, Honeybee Interiors is a hard one to beat!

browse more of their projects here. 

April Hamilton 

If you are looking for luxury and elegance, consider April Hamilton Luxury Interior Design. Founded in 1995, the company has nearly three decades of experience to draw upon and this is truly reflected in their timelessly effortless projects. From sourcing furniture to whole home renovations, April Hamilton really can do it all, with key services including: complete designs, floor plans, elevations, specifications, joinery drawings and any building and refurbishment works. 

Aside from their own bespoke and handmade pieces, April Hamilton also outsources to only top-tier, world class brands. Contemporary in style but oozing with classic suave, this particular interior design company specialises in luxury projects for affluent clients. 

browse their other projects here. 

Hex Interiors

If you are less about timeless and more about innovation, Hex Interiors may just be your bag. The company was founded by Buse Gurbuz, an architect and interior designer with a unique experience in innovative technologies and architectural design. Previously, she worked at the infamous Architecture Lab in London, hence her interest and skill at bringing new ideas to the world of interiors. 

Apart from their unique and groundbreaking approach to interior design, Hex Interiors is special for another reason - their charitable endeavours. Supporting local retailers and charities, Hex Interiors puts particular onus on investing in the UK’s young designers and craftspeople. Indeed, they have now embarked in a partnership with New Meaning Foundation, a charity which supports the development of those living in poverty or disadvantage.

Imperfect Interiors

Last, but by no means least, Imperfect Interiors. Don’t be put off by the name because your end result will be far from imperfect! The philosophy behind this London based interior designer is the incorporation of “imperfect” pieces (such as vintage furniture) into a traditional space to create a character-filled environment.  

browse more of their projects here. 

Founder, Beth Dadswell, has a long history of working within fashion and interiors and has a wealth of experience when it comes to the task of making a space look its very best. Beth enjoys the task of transforming an otherwise relatively uninspiring space into a haven of character and style. Imperfect Interiors offers a variety of services including: interior design and colour consultatio and spatial planning. A friendly and inspirational experience, this is definitely one for the list!

Looking for more inspiration? Browse our complete list of Top London Interior Designers here.

Wanting to add a little something extra to your home but not ready for a full-on redesign? You can create a wealth of different vibes within your home without having to completely overhaul your interiors. Through art and framing, you can highlight and accentuate different themes as well as incorporate new colour palettes. You can browse our collections at https://abstracthouse.com.

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