Designing Destinations: Working with Franklin Ellis Interiors
10/04/24
~2 Mins
As an integral part of FEA, we thought it about time we highlight our Interiors team.
What we do
Our Process
Step 1. Getting to know you, your site, and your vision
First, we visit your site. We start by getting to know your space firsthand, understanding its unique characteristics and potential. Then, we work with you, to develop a design brief. Together, we outline key objectives, establish design and construction timelines, and agree on a budget to guide our creative endeavours.
Step 2. Designing the concept
Next is concept design. With meticulous attention to detail, innovative solutions, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, we delve into research, exploring possibilities and assessing feasibility to inform our design direction. Our team collaborates to refine initial ideas, culminating in a distinctive design concept tailored to your vision. Then, we visualise the scheme. Through sketches, 3D CAD models, and material boards, we bring our concept to life, ensuring clear communication of our design intent.
Step 3. It’s all in the details!
We develop the design. Building upon the concept design, we develop fully functional solutions, including spatial planning, joinery design, and finish selections. Utilising our in-house visualization tools, we offer all our clients an immersive experience, allowing you to virtually walk through and experience the space at a 1:1 scale.
Step 4. Documents, documents, documents
We focus on the nitty-gritty, preparing comprehensive technical and construction documentation packages for approvals, pricing, and construction.
Step 5. Dressing it up
We offer FF&E Selection, finding bespoke furnishings from furniture to lighting, carpets to art, curating bespoke selections tailored to your project’s unique requirements. Our control book and Sample Material Boards provide you with tangible insights, allowing you to see and feel the finishes firsthand.
Step 6. The transformation
We remain by your side throughout the construction process, offering guidance, answering queries, and resolving on-site design challenges to ensure the flawless execution of your vision.
Who We Are
Interior Design Lead
Nina Roberts-James
As a natural leader with proactive mindset, Nina fosters a collaborative and supportive environment, while continuously seeking out new and exciting projects. Her ability to understand clients’ needs and work with a team to translate them in to captivating design solutions ensures a steady influx of projects. Orchestrating each project to ensure everything progress smoothly and on timeWhat’s your interior design style? “I think I’m a bit of a Boho gal, but my ‘style’ changes monthly!”
What’s your feel-good song? “Fascination by Alpha Beat”
What made you become an interior designer? “My Nannie told me I should do something artistic. However, I attempted medicine first before deciding to take her advice!”
Senior Interior Designer
Viktorija Perry
Possesses an exceptional eye for detail, driven by a commitment to surpass client expectations while delivering both aesthetic appeal and financial efficiency in every project. Viktorija consistently challenges our design concepts, enhancing them to create distinctive narratives and impressive interior spaces.
What’s your favourite FEI project? “Cosmopolitan hotel in Leeds and British Waterways Amenity space in Nottingham (both opening next year!)”
What made you become an interior designer? “I inherited my creativity from my mum who is a dress maker and art teacher, so sewing, drawing and painting was a big part of my childhood. I chose Interior design studies as a practical but very creative profession.”
What’s your feel-good song? “The Kooks, She moves In Her Own Way”
Interior Designer
Monika Malachowska
Calm and steady, with a keen eye for patterns and finishes. Skilled at blending textures, colors, and patterns with ease. Exceptional at enhancing design quality, selecting furnishings, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E), and fostering creativity within the confines of the project budget.
What’s your interior design style? “One of my favourites is modern style that mix with traditional design. Simply, elegant, and timeless.”
What made you become an interior designer? “I always had more artistic spirit that blended with technical skills. Started with larger scale ambitions of being Urban Planner but I think as a interior designer you can have much more fun”
What’s your feel-good song? “I have too many! But one of my favourite is Kings of Leon – Use Somebody”
What we’ve been working on recently
“relaxed dining experience, with a warm, refined atmosphere”
One of the most exciting challenges of the design process was integrating the new Brasserie with the existing dining spaces of The Elder. While The Elder exudes an aura of sophisticated charm with its sumptuous red hues, antique mirrors and soft lighting, The Brasserie introduces a fresh perspective, complementing the existing space with a more decorative approach.
