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We’re a Southwark-based design duo creating spaces that feel personal and inviting. Starting with thoughtful layouts, we carefully choose finishes and materials that reflect your unique style, crafting environments that flow naturally and embody who you are.

OUR SERVICES

Experience the ease and convenience of an all-inclusive design journey with us, where every detail is thoughtfully handled, ensuring a seamless transformation of your space into a perfect blend of style, comfort, and functionality.

We embark on a collaborative journey, beginning with feasibility studies, planning permissions, to building controls. Together, we unlock the finest potential for your space.

Spearheading projects with meticulous time and budget management. We liaise, get quotes, and manage contracts with builders, ensuring a streamlined process.

In the grand tapestry of a renovation, ordering sequence is paramount. We artfully manage the purchase of every item, ensuring your sofa isn't delivered before the paint dries.

Our designs transcend aesthetics. With a holistic perspective, we shape spaces and then dive into the nuances of finishes, fabric, and hues, each reflecting your unique persona.

As your project takes shape, we oversee the quality, ensuring adherence to design. From managing unforeseen site conditions to coordinating building controls and surveys, especially where party walls are concerned, we've got it all covered.

Our seasoned team liaises diligently with councils and relevant authorities, ensuring that your projects not only look impeccable but also align perfectly with regulatory standards.

CORE TEAM

Dedicated to excellence, our core team of interior design experts brings together creativity, experience, and passion to transform spaces into timeless expressions of style and functionality.

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Bilal  | Principal Designer

Bilal is a seasoned architect with over 20 years of global experience, having worked on projects across diverse locations including Istanbul, Turks and Caicos, Santiago, Seoul, Washington DC, and New York. With a strong foundation in architecture from IIT and an MBA, Bilal’s career has been shaped by a passion for design and a commitment to excellence. Now based in London, Bilal specialises in high-end residential and hospitality spaces, with one of his key contributions being the MGM Casino Hotel in National Harbour, USA, where he demonstrated exceptional project management skills. In 2018, Bilal founded his own practice with the vision of creating luxurious and unique spaces that stand the test of time. Outside of his architectural work, Bilal collaborates closely with his wife, architect Elif Erkmen Tatar. Together, they form a dynamic duo, leaving their mark on the design world. Bilal is also a passionate artist, expressing his creativity through wood carving and clay sculpting.

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Elif | Principal Designer

Elif is an accomplished interior designer with a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture and over 18 years of experience in both architectural and interior design. With a strong background in managing and designing remarkable spaces, she has worked with renowned firms such as Adamson Associates and TP Bennett in London, refining her craft and contributing to exceptional projects. Her design philosophy is rooted in the belief that beauty is in the details. Elif’s minimalist style serves as a perfect balance to her partner’s bolder approach, ensuring each project seamlessly combines subtle elegance with striking elements. Her designs reflect a commitment to precision, harmony, and the finer aspects of life. Beyond her professional work, Elif is a passionate jewelry maker and painter, further showcasing her creativity and diverse talents. Explore Elif’s world, where each design is thoughtfully crafted to embody minimalist elegance, intricate beauty, and timeless appeal.

OUR PARTNERS

We collaborate with a wide range of talented professionals to bring diverse projects to life, regardless of size or scope. Our team works together to ensure every detail is perfectly executed, creating outstanding results.

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TESTIMONIALS

Our clients consistently share their delight in the designs we've created for them. From stunning transformations to personalized touches, we take pride in delivering exceptional results that exceed expectations.

CAT NAVARRO, ENFIELD

SAMAH ONAIZAN, CHELSEA

“Bilal has been amazing throughout this process. Immediately available on email or WhatsApp and always suggesting ideas within our style and scope. Overall he has saved us an immeasurable amount of time and effort and the outcome is much, much better than we imagined. Cannot recommend highly enough” 

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