Will is the CEO & Founder of Layrd Design. He has 10 years in the creative industry and started Layrd in 2019 with the vision of building a creative and engaging interior design studio.

Will has been nominated for various awards and won Creative Entrepreneur of the Year for the East of England at the FSB Awards in 2023.

Our Head of Operations, Emily, thrives in collaborative environments, always going the extra mile to support the team. Her passion for organisation, well-being and team culture ensures a positive, welcoming and productive atmosphere in the Layrd studio.

Outside of the studio, Emily will either be in the gym or creating soy wax candles and reed diffusers - she developed the Layrd signature scent, elevating our sensory branding!

Eleanor is passionate about bringing sustainability and wellness into every aspect of design, with a keen eye for the finer details. She is enthusiastic about understanding each client’s unique vision and bringing thisto life. As our workplace specialist, Eleanor understands the bespoke needs of both the employer and the employees in creating a workplace that caters to everyone. 

Outside of the design world, Eleanor’s favourite activities include finding new vegan food spots and petting any dog she can find.

Our Head of Stadia Design, Emily, is passionate about creating great experiences -whether that’s an athlete’s route to the action, a fan’s journey through the venue, or the feel of a premium hospitality space. Every detail is designed with the end user in mind. Emily works closely with each client to tailor designs to their space, needs, and vision, ensuring a collaborative approach from start to finish.

Outside of work, she loves trying new food spots, walks on the beach, and spending timewith her black lab, Poppy.

Gina aspires to fuel healthier people through healthier spaces, creating innovative fitness spaces that inspire and motivate. She believes thatgood design can change the world and keeps community, wellbeing and sustainability at the heart of her design ethos.

Wellness-minded in both design and lifestyle, in her free time she enjoys yoga, hiking and outdoor adventures.

Olivia brings creativity and people-centred thinking to the team, she enjoys designing spaces that connect people and encourage meaningful interactions. The thing she finds most fulfilling is turning ideas into spaces that people love spending time in.

When not designing, Olivia recharges by catching up with family and friends, camping or taking trips atthe weekend and spending time outdoors.

Karolina collaborates closely with the Layrd Design interior designers, along with external architects and contractors, to ensure that the design intent is understood and well-executed. Each day, she assists the internal team in the process of turning design concepts and 3D visuals into technical drawings and specifications, making sure that projects are both feasible and compliant with the regulations. In her role as a technical designer, she manages the drawing and document standards, making sure they are maintained throughout all sectors.

When she's not immersed in design, Karolina enjoys quality time with her young family (including their dog), as well as gardening and exploring the outdoors.

Sam is passionate about biophilic and sustainable design. Having studied the positive impacts of garden cities, he iskeen to include this within his design language to better the relationship wehave with spaces. He believes in the form follows function ethos, by creating awell-designed space functionally, the look and feel will flow in naturally.

Outside of work, Sam can be found on long walks, reading books and weekend trips to Ireland.

Beth is passionate about creating sustainability-conscious interiors, turning initial ideas into functional spaces. She enjoys working within all the sectors as a Junior Designer, as it means she collaborates with each member of the Layrd Team.

Outside of work, Beth enjoys reading, the gym, and going on runs around her village.

Charlie is a Junior Interior Designer passionate about how interior design influences wellbeing, with a focus on natural light and organic elements. From her experience at university, she believes these elements play a key role in enhancing comfort, boosting personal wellbeing, and aiding recovery.

Outside of work, she enjoys going on walks, discovering new cafés, and hunting for records to add to her growing collection.

Hannah brings an eye for styling and the finishing details to every project, ensuring that each space is not only functional but also beautifully curated. With a background in event floristry, she has a unique understanding of aesthetics and the art of transforming visions into stunning realities. Her passion lies in making things beautiful and absolutely loves flowers, interiors, and a bit of crockery.

Outside of the studio, Hannah is a mum to two daughters.