We create interiors with depth and design integrity, whether that be residential, commercial or hospitality.

We specialise in interior design and consultation across the South West of England.

We lead our clients from concept through to full physical manifestation of *their brand*.

Led by designer Sophie Chapman, we use storytelling and in-depth sector knowledge to deliver tailored interiors to our clients; working across all stages of a project.

Our touch has elevated the following projects

Coinage House

FULL GRADE LISTED RENOVATION & FIT-OUT SERVICES
450sqm / 4840sq ft
Lost Gardens of Heligan

NEW STORE CONCEPT AND FURNITURE DESIGN
480sqm / 5200sq ft
Kernowine

FLAGSHIP STORE DESIGN AND FIT-OUT
95sqm / 1022sq ft
Work/Shop

CAFE DESIGN AND TECHNICAL PACK
140sqm / 1500sq ft

Our approach is deeply personalised and client-centred.

We offer services from initial concept and material exploration, spatial planning, 3D renders, furniture/ product design, technical drawing packs, FF&E and project installs. Our typical services are dependant on the projects we wish to be a part of.

We offer E-design services for our residential clients, as well as our ever popular ‘quick-fire’ meetings to add interior input to plans provided to our clients by their chosen architects. In this instance, the sooner we’re involved the better.

We are also always open to collaborating with other creatives and across different mediums, so do get in touch.

*Studio Gorse also regularly collaborate with other interior design studios on larger projects.

Our initial involvement includes a preliminary to the intended site or property. We will find out about your requirements, vision and end user, as well as timescales and budgets. We can then assist in building a detailed brief.
We will develop floor plans and spatial layouts based on the design concept and develop the project style.
We will create key mood boards, concept imagery and build a 3D model to understand the volumetric aspects of the design.
We will begin shortlisting on FF&E items (Furniture, Fixtures & Fittings) such as fabric, furniture and lighting for the space.
At the refinement stage, we will begin to specify key finishes and materials for flooring, wall coverings, ceiling finishes, joinery samples, lighting, furniture and loose furnishings.
We utilise an extensive back catalogue of commercial and residential industry knowledge to inform the correct specification, with budget, usability and the construction team in mind.
We prepare and co-ordinate a fully detailed technical construction/detailing/tender pack for the project.
Alongside this, we develop fully detailed finishes schedules and FF&E specification for the project. This includes joinery drawings, electrical and sanitary requirements for the tender process. Where required, we also integrate independent M&E drawings into our pack for issue.
Once a contractor is appointed, we can review the design proposals and advise on any specialist elements to the project.
Whilst the project is on-site, we can work closely with other team members to achieve the successful implementation of the design. In tandem, we can manage the FF&E supply chain and all relevant installation.
We inspect all works and prepare snagging schedules as required to achieve the satisfaction of both us and the client; ensuring we are on-site for handover day to sign off the completed project.

Elizabeth Cannon - Head of Buying, Whistlefish (Milkwood Publishing Ltd):

“Studio Gorse has surpassed our ideas by going above and beyond with a beautifully curated and contemporary store design; we have approved each of Sophie’s ideas immediately. The team have been very professional but also adaptable and approachable with any questions and queries we have had, especially when faced with possible sets backs!

We are enjoying working with Sophie on this first gallery refresh, as we plan to roll out our new look across our gallery portfolio. This is such an important project for the future of our brand and we think Sophie has managed to capture our future vision so perfectly.”

Private residential client - Cornwall:

“Sophie’s vision for our home and how we imagined using each space has been invaluable. She’s at times really fought to re-direct us and each time we’ve been overjoyed with the changes made - even after a little initial persuasion. A great, positive guiding light as the project has unfolded and full of knowledge we’d not even known was needed. We secretly can’t wait to outgrow this home, so we can get her involved in our next!”