Business Details
40 Years
experience
Expert Interior Design Services in Eastbourne
Established in 1986, we are a seasoned interior design consultancy with over three decades of expertise across public, corporate, healthcare, hospitality, and retail sectors. Our approach combines analytical rigour from our founder's financial services background with a deep understanding of spatial functionality and inclusive design. We prioritise client collaboration, tailoring environments to exceed user expectations while adhering to legislative standards and sustainability principles.Our team specialises in transforming commercial spaces through strategic planning, lighting design, acoustic optimisation, and material selection. With a proven track record in project management and inclusive design audits, we deliver solutions that balance aesthetic appeal with operational efficiency and accessibility for diverse user needs.
Services
Concept Designs
Feasibility Studies
Project Management
Inclusive Design Audits
Space Planning
Lighting Design
Acoustic Optimisation
Refurbishment Strategies
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of commercial interior design expertise
- Specialist knowledge in inclusive design compliance
- Comprehensive project management from concept to completion
- Proven track record in hospitality and public sectors
- Commitment to sustainable and future-proof design solutions
Services
Concept Designs
Our concept design process creates visually compelling spaces tailored to target markets. Using 2D drawings and 3D visuals, we develop themes that align with brand identity while ensuring practical functionality. Each concept includes implementation cost guidance, with examples like the Enterprise Diner refurbishment demonstrating our ability to transform hospitality environments through strategic design decisions.
Feasibility Studies
We conduct detailed assessments of building limitations and business requirements to determine optimal space configurations. Our studies evaluate staff interactions, circulation patterns, and regulatory compliance, ensuring designs balance operational needs with legislative requirements. This phase establishes the foundation for efficient space utilisation before aesthetic considerations are addressed.
Project Management
Our project management service coordinates all implementation phases, from contractor selection to on-site supervision. We develop tailored implementation programmes aligned with client operations, ensuring timely delivery within budget parameters. This includes managing multidisciplinary teams and maintaining compliance with current building regulations and health & safety standards throughout the construction process.
Inclusive Design Audits
We assess premises against disability access requirements beyond standard wheelchair provisions. Our audits address invisible disabilities through colour contrast analysis, acoustic evaluations, and ergonomic assessments. Recommendations focus on creating environments that accommodate vision, hearing, and mobility impairments while maintaining commercial viability and design integrity.
Refurbishment Strategies
Our refurbishment strategies provide long-term asset management plans for commercial interiors. We evaluate component lifespans and durability to create phased replacement programmes that optimise budget allocation. This service helps hospitality and public sector clients maintain competitive environments while minimising operational disruption through strategic timing of refurbishment works.
People
Martin Crawford Jones
Founder & Lead Designer
With a financial services background, Martin established the practice in 1986 after completing interior design training. He pioneered business-focused design solutions through early retail and dental practice projects, later expanding into hospitality and public sectors. His expertise in inclusive design developed through award-winning projects like the Action for Blind People day centre.
Questions
What sectors do you specialise in?
We work across hospitality, healthcare, public sector, and retail environments, with particular expertise in inclusive design solutions for commercial spaces.
How do you ensure designs meet accessibility requirements?
Our inclusive design audits address both visible and invisible disabilities through colour contrast analysis, acoustic optimisation, and ergonomic assessments that exceed standard regulatory requirements.
Can you manage full-scale refurbishments?
Yes, we offer complete project management services including contractor coordination, budget control, and compliance monitoring for phased or full refurbishment projects.
How do you approach sustainability?
We prioritise contract-grade materials with environmental credentials and incorporate upcycling opportunities, as demonstrated in our bar refurbishment projects using reclaimed materials.
What's included in your feasibility studies?
We analyse building limitations, staff workflows, emergency egress requirements, and service infrastructure to determine optimal space configurations before design development begins.
