ABOUT
ABOUT
DESIGN PENGUIN – STYLISH, SIMPLE, FUN
When I set up Design Penguin in 2016 my watchwords were ‘stylish, simple and fun’ – a bit like penguins. Of course we all want stylish results. That’s a given. Where Design Penguin differs from some other studios is by making the interior design process simple and transparent for clients. And designing your home should be fun and exciting.
I help people create beautiful and practical living spaces that reflect their individual style and personality, on time and to budget. I do the heavy lifting – the research, creative process, budgeting, supplier negotiation, sourcing and when required project management. Clients always know what they’re getting without any faff or unnecessary industry jargon. Every design is created personally by me in partnership with my client and is specific to their brief.
NICOLA TAYLOR – DIRECTOR & INTERIOR DESIGNER
Before training as an interior designer at the British Academy of Interior Design, I worked in marketing and PR for more than 20 years managing complex creative projects, teams and budgets at the highest level. My second career in interior design was sparked by a lifelong love of interiors and beautiful things. I bring creativity and technical know-how to each project, combined with the organisational skills to make it happen.
I live in west London with my two cute but very disobedient rescue dogs, in an Edwardian mansion block flat that I’ve lovingly done up. Which I suppose is where it all began.