Category: Interiors Interview

Pioneering Excellence in Kitchen and Home Design

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Ulster Tatler Interiors chats to Darren Morgan from Darren Morgan Design.

Where do you find inspiration at the beginning of each new project?

Inspiration for me begins with the client’s vision and the unique characteristics of their space. Over my career, I’ve learned to blend functional requirements with the personal stories and aspirations of each client. Every project is an opportunity to explore new ideas and push boundaries, ensuring the final design is both practical and profoundly personal.

 

What do you believe distinguishes your work from other kitchen designers in the industry?

Over the past 25 years, we’ve delivered multiple award-winning projects, earning industry recognition for design innovation and excellence. We’ve developed a unique approach that merges digital design and extensive industry experience to empower our clients. This allows them to visualise their future space in vivid detail and achieve incredible value through our exclusive industry connections. Our process uses design to answer questions, plan effectively, and deliver exceptional value.

How do your CGI and digital animation tools contribute to your design process?

Our CGI and digital animation tools bridge the gap between concept and reality, providing clients with authentic, realistic previews of their future spaces. This technology eliminates guesswork, ensuring clients are confident and satisfied with the design before construction begins, saving both time and money.

Some clients feel lost when they receive architectural plans, struggling to envision the final outcome. Instead of navigating multiple companies or relying on simple mood boards, we liberate the process by focusing on design rather than product sales. By blending advanced technology with extensive industry experience, we create a clear and confident pathway from plan to installation.

www.darrenmorgandesign.com

Full interview in the Summer Ulster Tatler Interiors edition: www.issuu.com/ulstertatler/docs/utsummerinteriors24

Catherine McMillan – McMillan Interiors

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Ulster Tatler speaks to Catherine McMillan, design director at McMillan Interiors.

You are very passionate about interior design; where did your love of design come from?

When I was a young teenager we moved to a country house which needed a lot of interior renovation. I watched my mum do a great job of turning it into a beautiful home. No from missed out on her eye for detail and colour. I’ve picked up those values of home, story and love to furnish spaces that reflect the people who live there.

Has there been a stand-out project over the years that you have been particularly proud of?

We were once involved in an exciting project in the Channel Islands which was a complete home with guest accommodation. We so enjoyed our relationship with our client and the need result was a stunning home.

How would you summarise interior design?

A design for an interior must allow the space to fit for purpose. It will benefit from a bespoke element – ie made-to-measure pieces, where relevant, such as curtains or fitted cupboards. It must allow for the needs, personality and lifestyle of the occupier. It should evoke the powerful emotions we need for rest and recharging.

Full interview in the Spring issue of Ulster Tatler Interiors.

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Sarah Eccles of Studio 8 Interior Design

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Ulster Tatler speaks to interior designer Sarah Eccles, owner and lead designer of Studio 8 Interior Design.

 

How would you describe your style?

When it comes to residential design and your own personal space, I think it is so important to create a design that is classic and timeless – that you will love for years to come. I also struggle to pin point my own style because day-to-day for a designer is filled with incredible fabrics, colours and furniture pieces from all different styles. I can appreciate so many different styles and don’t think I could categorise my own. Rather than following the former changing trends in interior design, creating a classic and timeless space will keep future costs down aswell as helping the forever important issue of designing sustainably.

Who has been the biggest inspiration to you professionally and personally?

My parents are a huge inspiration personally and professionally. From business advice to helping with deliveries and babysitting my Mum and Dad have always been there. They are my biggest cheerleaders, and I am forever grateful to them. My Design crushes within the industry are absolutely Shea McGee and Sophie Patterson.

What is on trend now and how will 2023 progress in the design stakes within our homes?

American interior design is a huge trend right now, with open-plan living and bringing in nature wood finished and an overall much more relaxed look. Although, in saying that, I think following strict trends is not essential in interior design. Trends can change so quickly and I think it is more important to get to know what style you are comfortable with and to create something timeless that will stand the test of time.

 

Full interview in the Spring issue of Ulster Tatler Interiors.

 

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https://issuu.com/ulstertatler/docs/interiors_spring23