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Amber Yard is an Interior Design firm that specialises in creating rooms that radiate warmth, joy and timelessness. Amber Yard designs rooms that are both aesthetically beautiful and functional to each individual client’s requirements.

Amber Yard works on projects all over the UK, and takes pride in its attention to detail and thoughtful, individual design. Working on all elements of interior design from spatial planning and architectural detailing, sourcing furniture and fittings to bespoke carpentry design, Amber Yard collaborate closely with clients, architects and contractors to create each client’s personal and unique space.

How do you define your signature style?

"Timeless, eclectic and joyful."

What is your design ethos? What values are important to you in your work?
Creating spaces that make each client feel excited about entering their home time and again, with flair and individuality. Creating spaces that work seamlessly with each client's lifestyle, making sure the functional aspect is catered for. Making each client's life easier while they build their dream home or space, taking the stress away from the client.

In your opinion, what makes a design timeless?

“Timeless to us is having our clients consistently enter their space and feel at home, delighted to open the front door. Focusing on functionality, quality and individuality, combining old with new and creating spaces that have lasting appeal, and not following trends. We like to design spaces that will grow with the client and not be stuck in time.”

Why do your clients come to you? What do they value about your work?

"On a practical level, the ability to take away the stress from the client is highly appreciated. There are so many decisions to be made during a build, with both the architect and the contractors involved, too. Having us involved provides clients with a sense of calm during a stage that can be very stressful. Homes are very personal, and therefore we strive to make each client's life as easy as possible, taking the decisions and problem-solving away from them.

On an aesthetic note, clients love the joy and beauty that our designs hold. We love making spaces that sing and hold atmosphere. Life can be rather grey, so we want clients to open their front door and immediately feel at ease, happy and excited to be home."

How do you stay inspired and keep evolving your ideas?

“We constantly gain inspiration from what is around us. Whether online through Pinterest and magazines, or through travel and the arts. Exploring the world is a passion of mine. We can gain inspiration from everything around us , from architecture to mosaics, to woodcarving, to textiles. I am constantly looking up when walking or driving. There is so much to gain inspiration from past designs to current innovations.”

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Primary bedroom suite featuring a seating zonePhoto by Darren Chung
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Bright and airy kitchen with organic woods incorporated into the scheme.Photo by Zac\+Zac
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Snug features a fireplace and fun wallpaper with a whimsical theme to it.Photo by Darren Chung
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Girl's bedroom with panelling and wallpaper, dainty pink fabrics matched with traditional wallpaper.Photo by Darren Chung
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Bookcase joinery wrapping around the door with ladder detail.Photo by Darren Chung
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Cottage kitchen in a small space with an accented checkerboard wall and layered detailing, including a cafe curtain.Photo by Darren Chung
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Blue muted bedroom with contemporary accents.Photo by Darren Chung
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Small bathroom with checkerboard marble flooring and accented yellow and nickel details.Photo by Darren Chung

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