Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Interior Design Solutions
Founded in 2002 by Justine Ascough-Shore, Design Square specialises in commercial interior design, delivering award-winning projects globally. Our expertise spans retail, travel, and leisure environments, from airport concessions to luxury boutiques. We combine major contract experience with a lean approach, collaborating with trusted partners to maintain cost efficiency without compromising quality. Our process prioritises brand sensitivity, ensuring designs align with client values and customer needs. We manage projects from concept to completion, adhering to strict compliance standards and local regulations.With a portfolio ranging from Harrods to Harry Ramsdens, we cater to both large-scale and niche clients. Our commitment to design excellence and return on investment has earned recognition across diverse sectors, including hospitality, retail, and cultural institutions. We maintain a hands-on approach, overseeing client liaison, resource management, and design execution. Our global reach extends from Scotland to Singapore, adapting to local customs and working practices. Contact us to transform your commercial space with imaginative, functional design solutions.
Services
Commercial Interior Design
Brand Sensitivity
Design Management
Planning & Logistics
Visual Branding
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in commercial interior design.
- Our team combines major contract expertise with a lean, cost-efficient approach.
- We deliver projects compliant with local regulations and international standards.
- Our global portfolio spans diverse sectors, including retail, hospitality, and cultural spaces.
- We prioritise brand sensitivity and return on investment for every client.
Services
Commercial Interior Design
We create functional, brand-aligned commercial spaces for retail, hospitality, and leisure sectors. Our designs enhance customer experiences while meeting operational needs. Projects range from small boutiques to large airport concessions.
Design Management
We oversee projects from concept to completion, managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholders. Our process ensures compliance with regulations and smooth collaboration with contractors and suppliers.
Brand Sensitivity
Our designs reflect client brand values and target audience preferences. We integrate brand identity into spatial layouts, ensuring consistency and emotional resonance with customers.
Planning & Logistics
We navigate legal requirements including health and safety, fire regulations, and accessibility standards. Our expertise minimises delays by addressing compliance issues early in the design phase.
Visual Branding
We develop visual identities and mood boards to translate brand concepts into tangible design elements. This includes colour schemes, materials, and spatial layouts that reinforce brand messaging.
People
Justine Ascough-Shore
Founder
With decades of experience in commercial interior design, Justine founded Design Square in 2002. Her leadership focuses on blending creativity with practicality to deliver globally recognised projects.
Questions
What sectors does Design Square specialise in?
We specialise in retail, travel, and leisure environments, including airports, hotels, restaurants, and cultural spaces.
Can you handle international projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience managing projects worldwide, adapting to local regulations and cultural contexts.
How do you ensure design compliance?
Our team rigorously checks compliance with health and safety, fire regulations, and accessibility standards during the design phase.
Do you work with small businesses?
Yes, our lean approach makes award-winning design accessible to both large corporations and niche clients.
What project sizes do you manage?
We handle projects ranging from 2.5m² to 25,000m², with budgets from £5,000 to £10 million.
How do you control project costs?
We collaborate with trusted partners and use efficient resource management to avoid unnecessary overheads.
