HOW WE WORK

FLEXIBLE TO YOUR NEEDS
Good design is only the start of the journey with our clients; we see each project as a long-term relationship regardless of how big or small the scheme is.
Our architectural expertise seamlessly enables us to work with your architects, contractors and development team from the inception of a new development or refurbishment. Because we understand the whole process, you won't waste time or budget retrofitting interiors that don’t fit the spaces.
Your brand is also important to us, and your residents so we dovetail architecture, design and branding to give you a result that looks and feels like you.
Every project is unique and this is why we create bespoke services that work for you, your team and your residents without any preconceived notions.
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
At A Designer at Heart, we go beyond the traditional interior design service meaning we can be more efficient, work faster and therefore get your building to a high standard for occupancy.
We design using BIM, we can create FF&E tender documents and we develop CGIs so you can join us in the vision of what your final space will look like.
This is all before we start talking about colours, textures, furniture and styling the spaces ready for your brand and marketing department to deliver it to market.
No matter the depth and structure of your internal department or suppliers, we can work around that – on time and within budget.


IMAGINATION AND CUTTING-EDGE DESIGN
Your investment needs to work for the future. We harness a ‘people of the future first’ mentality when designing spaces meaning we are always looking forward at something that will provide you with a longstanding legacy.
In practice, this results in cutting-edge, sustainable designs that will meet the needs of the residents of the future whether that be in 2, 10 or 15 years' time. We want to be part of your team that creates homes for the future, so you don’t have to develop spaces more than once.
Our global team take their inspiration from across the world and different sectors so when we present a concept to you, it will feel fresh yet feel like home at the same time. A space where your residents can thrive in surroundings that feel comforting and stimulating – where they can work or study in communal areas but also know they can shut their front door and be their own true selves in their room or flat.
Get in touch to talk with us about your project – whether that be a refurbishment of one space or a brand-new blank canvas. We flex to suit your needs, providing agile support at any stage of your development.
our development process

Space planning and furniture

Initial concept and mood

Develop 3d concept

Furniture and finishes

Bespoke furniture design

Tender drawings

Marketing renders

Snagging and site visits
THE TEAM

MARTINA PARDO
founder & director
Martina is a London-based Italian interior designer with 10 years of professional experience. Before setting up her own company in 2018, she has worked freelance in the hospitality, residential, and retail sectors worldwide and eventually decided to focus on serviced buildings and communal living.
She has since designed over 18,000 beds across 9 European countries. Her approach to design is collaborative and practical as much as creative and she believes that functionality and beauty should go hand in hand.
Martina is a curious individual who is passionate about design, personal development, blogging, and travelling. Born and raised in Sicily, she has lived and worked in Milan, Beijing, and London.


LAURIKA BRÜMMER
senior interior designer
Laurika is an interior designer from South Africa with 10 years experience and has acted as the project lead on many projects from briefing to completion. She holds a Master’s degree in interior architecture and is a part-time tutor at the British Academy of Interior Design. Apart from a love of design, Laurika is particularly interested in material innovation and craft. She believes that interiors are the heart of the built environment.

MARTA KLUK
senior interior designer & BIM coordinator
Marta has 8 years experience including office interiors. Before becoming a full-time digital nomad, she worked in London for 6 years. As she journeys through Europe, she imbibes inspiration from various coliving spaces she resides in, further enhancing our design portfolio. She is passionate about the future of living and working, always striving for innovation and flexibility.

ANGELA RUSSO
account coordinator
Angela graduated in Economics from the University of Rome and is currently completing her Master Degree in Business Management at the University of Catania. Angela excels in coordinating project activities and streamlining account strategies.

LIKE WHAT YOU SEE?
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We will review your request and get back to you to set up a meeting with no obligations to further discuss your ideas.