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Richard Nicholson
Founder

BRAWN was founded in 2015 with a vision to build a creatively driven interior design studio, that is accessible to all, taking on projects of any size, from independent clients to worldwide brands.
We specialise within the hospitality and leisure sector, designing for some of the most driven and innovative clients in the industry. More recently our portfolio has expanded to other sectors including hotel operators, retail stores and residential projects


Northern Design Awards 2018
Finalist

Restaurant and Bar Design Awards 2019
Finalist

  • One of our fundamental beliefs is to listen to our clients, developing a solid brief from their core principles, whether that be brand related or site specific. We build strong relationships with our clients by being approachable and readily available to work through every phase of the design process. We are a studio and consultancy, we guide as well as advise, forming partnerships and interior spaces with longevity.

  • We are made up of a small group of innovative and highly skilled individuals. Together, we set out to create bold and exciting spaces using every element of an interior to provoke a sensory connection with the target demographic. Even more importantly we develop spaces that function well, planning spaces that work operationally, championing the clients vision and brief.

  • The varied talents of our team allows us to offer a complete and bespoke design service, beginning with the creative and conceptual elements and delivering a project through confident design management. We see every project as an opportunity to create a beautiful space, filled with crafted detail. We fine tune our plans, visuals, samples boards, drawing packages and specification packages with considered care and attention.