Business Details
Award-Winning Interior Design & Project Management Services
Established over two decades ago, Newman Gauge has built a reputation as a leading interior design studio in the UK. Our team combines extensive commercial awareness with technical expertise to deliver tailored solutions that exceed client expectations. With a collective experience spanning over a hundred years, we specialise in transforming concepts into functional, aesthetically compelling spaces across diverse sectors. Our approach prioritises collaboration, ensuring every project aligns with client objectives while enhancing end-user experiences. Recognised through industry awards, we maintain a commitment to innovation, continuous professional development, and adherence to the highest design standards.Our services encompass concept development, project management, and statutory compliance, supporting clients from initial brief analysis to final execution. Headquartered in Birmingham with a secondary office in Bournemouth, we serve national and international clients, fostering long-term partnerships through reliability and creative excellence. By integrating market research and proactive strategies, we ensure each development remains commercially viable and future-ready. Our philosophy of ownership and accountability drives consistent delivery of impactful, budget-conscious projects.
Services
Creative Interior Design
Project Management
Concept Development
Feasibility Studies
Statutory Applications
AutoCAD Drawings
Cost Management
Contract Administration
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in commercial interior design.
- Our team holds national awards for design excellence and innovation.
- We provide tailored solutions combining creative vision with technical expertise.
- Our process includes full project management from concept to completion.
- We maintain a 95% client retention rate through consistent delivery.
What people say
Stunning environments
Tailored solutions
Award-winning
Successful developments
Inventive solutions
Services
Creative Interior Design
Our creative interior design service transforms commercial spaces into functional, visually compelling environments. We collaborate closely with clients to understand brand identity and user needs, delivering bespoke concepts that enhance commercial viability. With expertise across hospitality, retail, and leisure sectors, we ensure every project balances aesthetics with practicality while maintaining budgetary constraints.
Project Management
We provide end-to-end project management for interior developments, ensuring seamless execution from initial concept to final delivery. Our team coordinates all aspects including statutory compliance, contractor management, and timeline adherence. This comprehensive approach guarantees projects remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with client specifications while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Concept Development
Our concept development service creates foundational design strategies tailored to client objectives and market demands. Through detailed brief analysis and feasibility studies, we generate innovative spatial concepts that optimise commercial potential. This process incorporates material selection, lighting schemes, and spatial planning to establish a cohesive vision guiding subsequent project stages.
Feasibility Studies
We conduct comprehensive feasibility studies to evaluate the practicality and commercial viability of proposed interior developments. These assessments analyse spatial constraints, regulatory requirements, and budget considerations to identify potential challenges early in the process. Our data-driven approach ensures informed decision-making, minimising risks while maximising return on investment for clients.
Statutory Applications
Our statutory application service manages all legal requirements for interior development projects, including planning permissions and building regulations. We prepare detailed technical documentation and coordinate with local authorities to ensure full compliance. This expertise streamlines approvals processes, preventing delays while guaranteeing developments meet current legislation and safety standards.
People
Sam Stokoe
Co Owner + Design Director
Sam Stokoe co-founded Newman Gauge and leads design strategy. With 25+ years in commercial interiors, he specialises in creating award-winning spaces that balance creativity with commercial viability. His expertise ensures client visions translate into successful developments.
Scott Parker
Co Owner + Project Management Director
Scott Parker oversees project delivery at Newman Gauge. With extensive experience in construction management, he ensures projects meet technical standards while maintaining budgetary control. His leadership guarantees timely execution of complex developments across multiple sectors.
Effie Yeoman
Senior Interior Designer
Effie Yeoman brings 18 years of interior design expertise to Newman Gauge. Specialising in hospitality spaces, she develops innovative concepts that enhance customer experiences while meeting commercial objectives. Her work contributes significantly to the studio's award-winning portfolio.
Jay Hickman
Senior Interior Designer
Jay Hickman focuses on retail and leisure sector projects. With a background in spatial planning, he creates functional yet aesthetically striking environments. His designs consistently deliver measurable commercial benefits for clients while maintaining Newman Gauge's high creative standards.
Suzy Pursley
Senior Interior Designer
Suzy Pursley specialises in luxury hospitality interiors. Her 20-year career includes award-winning hotel and restaurant projects. At Newman Gauge, she leads design teams in creating distinctive spaces that combine opulence with operational efficiency, ensuring long-term client success.
Questions
What sectors does Newman Gauge specialise in?
We specialise in hospitality, retail, leisure, and commercial sectors, delivering tailored interior solutions for hotels, restaurants, pubs, and retail spaces nationwide.
How long has Newman Gauge been in business?
Our team has over two decades of combined experience, with the studio establishing itself as an industry leader through consistent delivery of award-winning projects.
Do you handle both design and project management?
Yes, we offer full-service interior design and comprehensive project management, ensuring seamless execution from concept development through to final delivery.
Can you work with existing architectural plans?
We regularly collaborate with architects and contractors, adapting to existing plans while enhancing spatial functionality and aesthetic appeal to meet client requirements.
How do you ensure projects stay within budget?
Our integrated cost management approach includes detailed feasibility studies, value engineering, and continuous budget monitoring throughout the project lifecycle to maintain financial control.
What makes Newman Gauge different from other design firms?
Our unique combination of creative excellence, technical expertise, and commercial awareness, supported by a 95% client retention rate, sets us apart in delivering successful, distinctive developments.
