Our Interior Design Philosophy

“Interior design, for me, has always been intrinsically linked to happiness.”

Melissa Read, Founder & Qualified Interior Designer

Melissa’s ethos is that a space should always enrich a clients lifestyle and embody their personality.

Melissa, the founder of Studio Burntwood, brings a wealth of experience and a refined design philosophy to every project. After earning a BSc Honours in Marketing, she spent several years at one of London’s leading media agencies. Yet, her deep interest in interior design led her to pursue a new path.

Leaving her marketing career behind, Melissa went on to complete a Level 4 & 5 BA Honours Degree in Interior Design at the prestigious KLC School of Design in Chelsea, London.

Since then, Melissa has had the privilege of working with some of London’s most respected interior design studios, where she led on large scale projects for private clients and property developers. Designing some of London’s most prestigious developments, townhouses and penthouse apartments, in locations such as Chelsea, Belgravia and Mayfair.

Understanding the value of creating truly personalised, bespoke designs, Studio Burntwood was created, specialising in residential interior design.

We believe that great design begins with a deep understanding of how our clients live. By carefully considering the way you use your space, we create interiors that are as practical as they are beautiful - designed to elevate everyday life and reflect your unique lifestyle.

Whether you’re embarking on a full renovation or simply refreshing your home, we’re here to guide you through every step.

Client Testimonials

  • 'A consistently premium and professional interior design service that creatively transformed our space into something we are truly proud of and inspired by. Nearly effortless and a pleasure to work with.'

    Private Client, London

  • 'Melissa was a pleasure to work with, after consultation, she understood our vision for the project and produced elegant and tasteful designs. Her communication throughout the process was excellent. A huge thank you!'

    Private Client, London

  • 'The finished result is beyond our expectations, and the level of detail is exceptional. I look forward to working with Studio Burntwood again in the future.'

    Private Client, London

  • ‘We hired Studio Burntwood for our apartment in London, we are thrilled with the result. We appreciate the time spent to create our dream home, we would highly recommend.'

    Private Client, London

  • 'Melissa and the team worked incredibly hard and went above and beyond to meet our needs.'

    Private Client, London