We are a small dedicated team of interior designers and architects who along with our design principles and many years of experience are inspired by the experiences and passions of our clients to create amazing spaces. Anything is possible in our projects whether residential or commercial, whether they are in Marylebone, Hampstead or South Oxfordshire we ensure that every design is varied and beautiful. We have experience in swimming pool, gym and cinema/entertainment spaces along with the more conventional rooms which make up our client's homes.
We thoroughly enjoy researching the latest unique design products and finishes to add to our schemes with access to trade accounts at all of the high-end companies such as Minotti, Porta Romana, Julian Chichester, Rimadesio, Dedar to name a few.
We appreciate the expertise of these top quality ateliers, with their beautiful products enhancing the spaces which evolve throughout our rigorous, detailed design process.
We hold a firm belief that the homes and the significant properties that we create should be amazing, functional places to enjoy living in.
Bridget Reading RIBA Part II, AA Dipl, Sophie Corton BA (Hons) Interior Design and Maeve Reading BA (Hons) Theatre Design work regularly with a carefully assembled multi-disciplinary team consisting of of trades and artisans including main contractor, electrician, joiner and cabinet maker, master upholsterer, curtain and blind maker, audio visual specialist, landscape architect, structural engineer and quantity surveyor. BRID have long standing, successful relationships with furniture, lighting, flooring and fabric suppliers who share the same exacting levels of care, quality and precision.
Having studied Architecture to post graduate level, graduating with an AA diploma, RIBA part II thirty years ago, I then spent quite a few years working in architectural practices.
Over that period I discovered that I preferred a more expansive design approach, which came from my interest in fashion, art and culture. I love the detail and opportunities that can be developed in architectural/interior design and have thoroughly enjoyed working and seeing Bridget Reading ID evolve over the past fifteen years.
I have worked at Bridget Reading ID for ten years. I trained at De Montfort University, graduating with a BA Hons degree in Interior Design, which has equipped me with a strong foundation in the field.
After over a decade working in London for various interior designers and architects, I now assist Bridget working in procurement and project administration. I take pride in ensuring our clients are happy with our services, and I particularly enjoy helping to bring Bridget’s visions come to life.
I hold a BA (Hons) Degree in Theatre Design and am a creative professional, working closely with designers across various fields in London, from film to interior design. My primary responsibilities at Bridget Reading ID include social media management; styling and sourcing; CAD drawing and model making.
“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Bridget on multiple projects, including an overseas project and a challenging renovation of a listed building that required careful liaison with planning officers.
Her refined taste and excellent eye for design are evident in her ability to select materials, textures and colours, as well as being reflected in bespoke joinery items she has designed, which have helped elevate each project.
Bridget is not only creative and resourceful in her approach but also knowledgeable and easy to work with – a good listener and client-focused.”
“We recently completed a multi-unit residential project with Bridget, and she has also given design input on several office refurbishments. The residential project required a comprehensive, turn-key solution, encompassing everything from the base fit-out and furniture to art selection and staging.
Bridget handled it all with a high level of professionalism and an impressive ability to manage complexity, including effectively coordinating with contractors on-site.
Her calm approach instils confidence, yet she keeps the projects moving forward efficiently, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising quality. Given her skill set and dedication, we would gladly work with her again on future projects.”
“We recently worked with Bridget Reading on a complete house refurbishment. There was extensive structural work involved. Her suggestions and drawings were intuitive and well thought out. We had worked with her 9 years ago on another renovation project and loved her style and taste. She listens to what you want and finds what you are looking for. She is professional and fun to work with – from design ideas, to bespoke joinery, fabrics, paint colours, lighting, etc. – She has a fantastic eye and is up-to-date with current trends, yet always listens to what you are looking to achieve in your new home. Finally, we were very happy with the building team she recommended.”
“Bridget is a very talented and creative designer, I loved working with her and found her to be extremely reliable, honest and capable. She worked hard to manage the builders that carried out the works and I would definitely work with her again. She transformed a dull little house into a little gem.”
“We were extremely impressed with Bridget’s natural ability to understand and interpret our brief, to make the best use of the available space, to develop eye-catching design and her instinctive eye for colour and materials. Throughout the project kept close control of the works, ensuring that they were undertaken to the highest quality. We would thoroughly recommend her.”
“I have worked with Bridget Reading ID on three large and challenging projects with each needing planning permission from Westminster City Council. Bridget handled all planning matters with professional ease and obtained all consents and certificates from the beginning through to completion.
Bridget is so easy to work with as she understands exactly what her clients are looking for, coupled with her innovative ideas, enthusiasm and product knowledge, I need look no further than Bridget Reading ID when doing any alterations or refurbishments to our homes. I have no hesitation in recommending Bridget Reading ID to others.”
“We are now on our fourth project with Bridget and each experience has been nothing short of amazing. On two of those projects Bridget has had to deal with a listed building and each time has managed to design something sympathetic to the character but with the edge we want. Crucially she has kept the regulators happy at all times while remaining calm and focused, not easy!! Bridget captures our personal taste perfectly and we feel so comfortable with all she recommends along with her exemplary attention to detail. Thank you for creating the most beautiful homes for us.”
“Bridget is a very talented and creative designer, I loved working with her and found her to be extremely reliable, honest and capable. She worked hard to manage the builders that carried out the works and I would definitely work with her again. She transformed a dull little house into a little gem. She loves a cuppa and although she says she doesn’t eat biscuits she does really especially chocolate ones!”
“Great practical advice, quick response. Advice on Appliances – with a wide knowledge of what is now on the market. Superb at maximizing space and great space solutions. She provided an efficient team to execute the project that all worked together dovetailing jobs to cut down on time.”
“Bridget was in charge of the the interior design transformation of our 1930s untouched since the 1970s red brick Belsize family home. She converted it into a home/work space for two adults and three small children. We enjoyed the working process with Bridget, she has amazing creativity combined with strong work ethics. Bridget made our first move in fourteen years from Shoreditch to Belsize Park a very pleasant and rewarding experience.”
“We recently worked with Bridget Reading on a complete house refurbishment. There was extensive structural work involved. Her suggestions and drawings were intuitive and well thought out. We had worked with her 9 years ago on another renovation project and loved her style and taste. She listens to what you want and finds what you are looking for. She is professional and fun to work with – from design ideas, to bespoke joinery, fabrics, paint colours, lighting, etc. – She has a fantastic eye and is up-to-date with current trends, yet always listens to what you are looking to achieve in your new home. Finally, we were very happy with the building team she recommended.”
“Crowther & Sons, as Master Upholsterers, have worked with Bridget since May 2015 on a variety of bespoke, high-quality furniture projects that needed new upholstery or restoration.
Her approachability and excellent communication skills together with her innate attention to detail have meant that we have a productive professional relationship – resulting in clients that recommend Bridget to their friends.”
“Bridget perfectly summed up what was required to update our tired home with a carefully chosen collection of finishes. She listened and took note of my concerns and ideas.
We are delighted with the result which included a great colour scheme, new flooring and particular items of furniture, to give us ‘the look’ we had hoped for in our busy family home.
Bridget’s calm and professional approach took the stress out of this process. We are delighted with our new home and wouldn’t hesitate to recommended Bridget.”
“Bridget worked with us recently on a redecoration project for our home and from the beginning was very in tune with our ideas. She very quickly constructed mood boards and gave some really excellent ideas to complement our own and was great at sourcing materials, fixtures and fittings etc showing an in-depth knowledge of her skills as a designer. We would certainly recommend her based on her work for us.
“We worked with Bridget on one of her designs for a lovely apartment in New York. It was a treat to collaborate with her and come up with visualisations of the beautiful and chic apartment. Her designs have simplicity and clarity, this makes them stand out from the rest. Her bespoke interiors breath a sense of elegance and pure luxury into her client’s homes. We look forward to working with her again real soon.”
“I recently had the pleasure of photographing one of Bridget’s recent projects in North London. As well as their designs been beautiful, it was a real pleasure working with Bridget, and seeing her beautiful designs. Talented, hard working, and most of all fun to be around. I can’t wait for the next photoshoot, and i would highly recommend them to anyone.”
“I had the pleasure to photograph one of Bridget’s projects, the Edwardian house renovation, and we worked together on the day to style the shoot. She was a joy to work with, friendly and knowledgable with great taste, and you could tell she had a great relationship with the home owner too. She had obviously understood her clients needs and design requirements and translated them into a beautiful home. She made the day fun and fruitful and I look forward to more shoots to come. I would of course recommend her to anyone looking for an interior designer.”
“Bridget has a keen eye for creating distinctive spaces that have a modest modern and classic chic. Bridget’s extensive experience of working on hi-end projects has given her great skill in bringing understated colours together, in ways that allow distinctive features and furnishing to sing. She is a great listener and works well with clients to refresh their homes and bring the feel of their spaces alive and subtly vibrant.”
“Bridget provided external and internal architectural designs, plans and advice for a major refurbishment of our family home. Bridget really listened to what we wanted the outcome to be and our own design ideas. She made constructive, informed challenges to those thoughts, suggested enhancements and significantly improved on our original ideas. Bridget also helped us select colours, finishes, furnishings, fixtures and fittings and the best suppliers to help us deliver a great finished product that has exceeded our expectations. Her expert advice in sourcing the right builder with the right personal fit and work ethic, skilled team and attention to detail and other associated construction professionals was invaluable. We would highly recommend Bridget to anyone undertaking a similar project. She was a pleasure to work with from start to finish.”
