THE JOURNAL
MAX DIGNAM
Knightsbridge-based Dignam studied interior and spatial design at Chelsea College of Art, working for Lambart & Browne, Martin Brudnizki and Fran Hickman before opening his own studio in late 2021.
What have you become known for? I hope that we are becoming known for creating elegant and harmonious interiors that are comfortable and beautiful.
What inspires you? I often turn to the great designers and artists of the past for inspiration, particularly the art deco movement – Jean- Michel Frank, Syrie Maugham and Jean Dunand, to name a few firm favourites. We just completed a beautiful parchment panelled room inspired by Jean-Michel Frank, which I’ve been wanting to do for years!
What’s the thread that runs through every scheme, regardless of the aesthetic? Quality comes first. Always. We work with some of the best artisans and materials, to ensure that every interior is beautifully executed. Also, listen to the house and listen to the client.
What projects are you working on at the moment? We are fortunate to have some really exciting projects on – a country house in Westchester, New York; a penthouse in Knightsbridge; and an apartment in Regent’s Park.
What are the details that matter the most to you in your work? Every interior should have pieces with a sense of history, and a diverse mix of periods and materiality, in order for it to feel layered and original.
What’s your latest discovery at the Design Centre? Alexander Lamont’s furniture via Miles de Lange. We have our eye on a pair of straw marquetry nightstands for our project in Knightsbridge.
HEANLY HARRIS
Abigail Heanly and Clair Harris founded Heanly Harris in 2020, having practiced separately as interior designers for some years. Their studio is based in south-west London and has a focus on creative residential interiors.
What have you become known for? Creating rich and unusual interiors by folding in layers of texture, colour and artisanal pieces. We form genuine emotional connections with our clients, bringing their homes to life through our creative and practical process.
What’s the thread that runs through every scheme, regardless of the aesthetic? We enjoy mixing antique and contemporary pieces that reflect our clients’ personalities and their style of living. A client’s prized possession can often be the starting point for our design process.
Did you have a big break? Combining forces has certainly been a big break for us, as it means we can offer so much more to our clients.
What are the details that matter the most to you in your work? Every detail matters. We pay great attention through each stage of design and technical development to ensure the client’s brief is reflected not only aesthetically but also in the function of each space.
What’s your latest discovery at the Design Centre? We are always inspired by Paolo Moschino Ltd, and Schumacher is our go to for fabrics and wallcoverings.
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