Q&A with... Holla Design
We chat to Holly Lamont, Founder of Holla Design
How would you describe yourself?
Founder and Interior Designer at Holla Design with a keen eye for colourful style both in fashion and interiors.
Tell us a bit more about you...
Originally from Cheshire, I moved down to London after university and began my career in marketing. It wasn’t long before my creative energy took over and I embarked on a career in interior design, studying at KLC and going on to work at two of London’s top interior design studios. I set up Holla Design back in 2021, tying it in with a move back to Cheshire with my husband after having lived in London for 10 years. I’ve always wanted to run my own business and felt that there was a gap in the market in Cheshire for someone with a bold and fun approach to interior design - I use a lot of colour, pattern and texture in my designs!
Who are your greatest influences?
My style is pretty modern but I love to incorporate vintage finds to create an eclectic yet laid back look. I’m always drawn to vibrant colours, gorgeous patterns and textures when designing and therefore often inspired by designers such as Beata Heuman, Rita Konig, Suzy Hoodless and Suzie Atkinson who always produce unique and effortlessly stunning creations.
Where do you get ideas/inspiration for new designs?
My monthly subscriptions to House and Garden, Elle Decoration and World of Interiors keep me up to date on the latest trends and then, of course, Instagram and Pinterest are great day-to-day sources. I always try to head down to London when the design shows are on to see the latest collections and what’s going on in the industry.
Walk me through your design process. Where do you start?
I offer three services; a Bespoke Design Service which is the full turnkey service and two light touch services- an ‘Interior Refresh’ and ‘Inspiration Consultation’. Our full turnkey Bespoke Design Service involves an initial consultation to ascertain your design requirements, followed by a site meeting. Once the contract has been signed the design process begins with the concept which involves the creation of moodboards and layouts. Following sign-off on the concept we will then develop the design and bring the project to life with FF&E, finishes, detailed drawings and 3D visuals. After this, we move into the procurement phase before heading onto site and the construction phase. Throughout all of this, we will coordinate the project from start to finish so you have peace of mind that the project is being looked after to the highest standard.
What is your favourite project to date?
It has to be our Bajan Beach House project, a stunning 6 bedroom house on the West Coast of Barbados. The design was all about laidback living with an injection of fun for a family of six so we opted for a neutral base (think gorgeous linens and timbers) and added some personality with colourful soft furnishings and unusual furniture pieces.
What are you working on at the moment?
I’ve got a fun project on in Abersoch, North Wales - right on the front looking out to sea as well as a couple back in here in Cheshire, plus two ‘Interior Refresh’ projects for clients here and in London. I’ve also just had an exciting enquiry come in for something unusual so watch this space!
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