Designing Homes with Heart and Soul

KEW Interior Design: A Boutique Interior Design Studio in London and the Home Counties

Every home tells a story. At KEW Interior Design, that story always begins with people – their passions, their daily rhythms, and the way they want to feel when they step through the front door.

Specialising in family homes across London and the Home Counties, KEW Interior Design works closely with private clients to design spaces that are both beautiful and practical. Their ethos is simple: a home should be as unique as the people who live in it. That’s why the team dedicates time to truly understanding each client’s lifestyle and style preferences before crafting interiors that feel personal, authentic, and timeless.

Projects range from full home renovations and turnkey services to the most delicate details, such as bespoke upholstery, artwork curation, window dressing, and tailored joinery. By bringing together architecture, craftsmanship, and design, KEW Interior Design creates spaces that are not only visually stunning but also deeply functional.

For KEW, design is not about imposing a style. It’s about listening – listening to how a family gathers, how they relax, what inspires them, and what makes them feel at home. Only then does the studio begin to shape spaces that reflect individuality, filled with warmth and character.

At the heart of KEW Interior Design is collaboration. Each project is seen as a dialogue between designer and client – a weaving together of vision, expertise, and imagination. Clients bring their stories, aspirations, and needs; KEW brings the ability to translate these into tangible, crafted spaces.

Collaboration extends beyond meetings and mood boards. It involves shared exploration: visiting workshops to select materials, sourcing artwork that resonates, and testing furniture proportions in the home. KEW believes the design process should feel inspiring, enjoyable, and creative for every member of the family. This approach ensures that each home reflects the personalities of its occupants while remaining functional, practical, and enduring.

This collaborative process allows KEW Interior Design to create homes that are deeply personal. Some clients dream of a calm sanctuary, others of a vibrant family hub. Some prioritise light-filled spaces for entertaining, while others need clever, bespoke joinery to manage the realities of everyday life. By combining design expertise with lifestyle goals, the result is always unique.

KEW’s services cover the full spectrum of design:

• Full turnkey interior design and renovation

• Bespoke joinery and cabinetry

• Bespoke furniture and upholstery

• Headboards with integrated lighting

• Flooring and lighting design

• Artwork curation and styling

• Decoration and window dressing

Each element is carefully considered, not just for aesthetics, but for the way it will enhance the family’s experience of their home.

Designing for Families

One of KEW Interior Design’s greatest passions is designing homes that truly work for families. A family home is so much more than four walls – it’s a place where personalities unfold, where children grow, and where everyday rituals become memories.

The studio understands that each member of a household has their own needs and preferences. For parents, this may mean a serene bedroom retreat, an inviting living space for entertaining, or a beautifully organised kitchen that supports daily life. For children, it could mean a bedroom that feels like their own world – playful, inspiring, and comforting in equal measure.

KEW’s approach to family home interior design is about balancing individuality with cohesion. Each room should feel personal, yet together they should flow seamlessly, creating a sense of harmony throughout the house. This is achieved through consistent palettes, thoughtful transitions between spaces, and the layering of textures, lighting, and bespoke details.

Case Study: A Hertfordshire Family Home

A recent Hertfordshire interior design project beautifully illustrates KEW Interior Design’s approach. This home belonged to a young family with two boys, each with distinctive personalities and passions. The parents wanted to give their children bedrooms that celebrated their individuality while ensuring the wider home felt cohesive, welcoming, and functional.

A Creative Sanctuary for a Budding Artist

The eldest son was an aspiring artist with a natural talent for sketching and painting. His bedroom needed to be more than a place to sleep – it had to be a sanctuary where he could create, dream, and express himself.

KEW began with a calming, neutral palette to serve as a backdrop for his ever-changing artwork. Soft greys and muted tones allowed colour to emerge through his creations rather than overwhelming the space. To support his passion, KEW designed bespoke joinery to store paints, sketchbooks, and supplies, keeping the room organised without stifling creativity.

A window seat, upholstered in layered fabrics, became his favourite nook – a place where he could sketch in natural light while overlooking the garden. Above the bed, a bespoke upholstered headboard with integrated lighting gave the room warmth and functionality, allowing him to read or sketch in the evening. Carefully curated artworks and prints were selected to sit alongside his own pieces, blending inspiration with identity.

The result was a space that felt both practical and soulful: a true reflection of his artistry, offering comfort, inspiration, and room to grow.

A Vibrant yet Restful Space for a Sports Enthusiast

The younger brother’s world revolved around sport. Energetic, enthusiastic, and always on the move, his room needed to reflect his passion while also giving him a restful retreat.

KEW Interior Design created bespoke furniture to display his treasured memorabilia – football shirts, medals, and equipment – ensuring that his achievements were celebrated without creating clutter. The colour scheme was fresh and vibrant, energising by day but softened with layers of textiles for night-time calm.

Integrated lighting played a central role in the design. Adjustable fittings allowed the room to shift from bright and dynamic to soft and cocooning, supporting both his active personality and his need for rest. Upholstered details added a layer of comfort, ensuring the space felt welcoming and warm.

This room was not just a bedroom – it was a place where he could proudly display his love of sport, recharge, and feel completely at home.

A Home Brought Together

Beyond the children’s bedrooms, the entire Hertfordshire home was infused with the same thoughtful design KEW is known for. Throughout, the team layered bespoke upholstery, tailored joinery, curated artwork, flooring, and lighting to create a home that flowed naturally from one room to the next.

Window dressings softened the architecture, bespoke furniture gave each space individuality, and lighting was used to create atmosphere – bright and airy by day, warm and intimate by night. Every detail was chosen to reflect the family’s lifestyle, balancing elegance with practicality.

The final result was more than a renovation. It was a home that celebrated individuality while maintaining harmony – a true family sanctuary.

Why Bespoke Design Matters

This project highlights something central to KEW Interior Design’s work: the power of bespoke design. Every piece of joinery, every tailored headboard, every choice of fabric is created for the specific family who will use it. This is what makes a home feel so personal.

Bespoke elements also ensure that a space works beautifully on a practical level. Whether it’s custom storage for a child’s hobbies, a dining table scaled for family gatherings, or lighting designed to support different moods, these details are what transform a house into a home.

In family homes, this approach is invaluable. Life with children evolves quickly, and bespoke design ensures that a space can adapt – a bedroom that grows with a child, or a kitchen that moves seamlessly from weekday hub to weekend entertaining space.

Bringing Your Story to Life

Every family has its own rhythm, and every home should tell that story. KEW Interior Design’s role as designers is to listen, translate, and create – to bring together the artistry of interiors with the reality of daily life.

Whether a client is considering a full home renovation in London or the Home Counties, designing bespoke children’s bedrooms, or simply layering in details like custom furniture, upholstery, or curated artwork, KEW Interior Design is there to collaborate.

The studio’s mission is to transform houses into homes that reflect not just style but also the way people truly live – spaces that are beautiful, authentic, and deeply lived in.