Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Architecture & Interior Design in London & New York
Universal Design Studio is an architecture and interior design practice founded on the principle of designing from the inside out. Our approach elevates everyday experiences by crafting spaces that cultivate intelligence, find beauty, and drive transformation. We deepen connections, inspire participation, and unlock creative potential through every interaction. Our curiosity drives us to challenge boundaries and ignite emergence, seeking a more vibrant, sustainable future. Established in 2001, we merge art and design across disciplines, embracing projects from furniture and objects to large-scale architecture.Our multidisciplinary team includes architects, designers, makers, and strategists who collaborate to create physical spaces for leading global brands. We maintain a culture of innovation, housing a workshop and materials library at our Clerkenwell studio. Our work spans multiple sectors and regions, reflecting our commitment to human-centric design. Through rigorous planning and creative exploration, we deliver solutions that harmonise functionality with aesthetic excellence.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Creative Strategy
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Global Projects
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer multidisciplinary expertise spanning architecture, interiors, and creative strategy.
- Our team includes architects, designers, and makers with global project experience.
- We maintain an in-house workshop and materials library for hands-on innovation.
- Founded in 2001, we merge art and design across scales and sectors.
- Our studio culture prioritises collaboration and creative exploration.
Services
Architecture
We create innovative architectural solutions that merge functionality with aesthetic excellence. Our approach prioritises human experience, sustainability, and contextual harmony. Projects span from concept to completion, serving global clients across diverse sectors.
Interior Design
Our interior design services craft environments that elevate daily interactions through intelligent spatial arrangements. We focus on materiality, lighting, and ergonomics to create transformative interiors for commercial and residential clients worldwide.
Creative Strategy
We develop strategic design approaches that align with brand identities and user needs. Our consultancy integrates research, cultural insights, and innovation to deliver spaces that drive engagement and long-term value for clients.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Our studio combines architecture, interior design, and industrial design expertise under one roof. This collaborative approach ensures cohesive solutions where every elementfrom furniture to building envelopesworks in harmony to achieve project goals.
Global Projects
We execute cross-border projects with cultural sensitivity and local expertise. Our London and New York studios coordinate with global partners to deliver contextually appropriate, technically rigorous design solutions across diverse markets.
People
Edward Barber
Co-Founder
Co-founder of Universal Design Studio, Edward Barber brings architectural expertise and a multidisciplinary approach to projects. His work merges art and design across scales, from furniture to large-scale architecture.
Jay Osgerby
Co-Founder
Jay Osgerby co-founded Universal Design Studio with a vision to integrate creative disciplines. His leadership focuses on innovation, material exploration, and delivering transformative spatial experiences through rigorous design processes.
Questions
What services does Universal Design Studio offer?
We provide architecture, interior design, and creative strategy services, working with global clients across diverse sectors to create innovative physical spaces.
How does the studio approach design projects?
We design from the inside out, prioritising human experience, sustainability, and contextual harmony through multidisciplinary collaboration and hands-on material exploration.
Where are your studios located?
Our main studios are based in London (EC1M 4BL) and New York (NY 10012), with a shared workshop and materials library in London's Clerkenwell district.
What sectors do you work with?
We work across cultural, hospitality, retail, technology, workspace, and temporary project sectors, delivering tailored solutions that meet specific industry requirements.
