Build Architecture Awards

Build Architecture Awards 2015 89 have been designing interiors for over 15 years, so now clients seek me out primarily for my signature style, which is very different to other interior design firms. We are a very approachable firm. We are professional, practical, and down to earth. We design for our clients – a space for them to live and work in, bringing our expertise and skill sets to the table to help guide our clients through the myriad of decisions they will have to make – often in quick succession. We offer clients full clarity over details and information, so they feel fully informed & they have access to our trade discounts, stretching budgets further. We help clients feel confi- dent, supported and in control. Some projects are years in the planning and making, so client, architect, designer and even contractor have a long professional relationship. It is therefore important to have a meeting of minds on the key issues and to be able to get on well and to offer valid reason why something should be approached differ- ently, without negative confrontation. Pascoe Interiors realise the important of positive people management, maintaining trust and good relations and clear communication in all projects – we respect our clients, suppliers and selves on an equal basis. What would you say is the ethos behind your firm? Is there a certain culture that defines your company and how to do you ensure that these values are maintained across all areas of your company The ethos is very much about sustainability coupled with our signature Mid Century Contemporary style; and rather than a ‘same style fits all’, designing specifically for each individual project. Tell us about your region. What would say are the key challenges and opportunities of being based in this area? We don’t cover simply a region – we travel to where the projects are. Currently we have projects spanning Norfolk, Wales, Cotswolds, London and West Sussex. The company moved from London to West Sussex in 2009. During the financial crisis was a difficult time to break into a new area – we were used to the thrust of London where those who were competitively driven strive. In West Sussex core values were of more importance – repu- tation; quality; trust, things that take time and patience to prove. Now we have a great network of suppliers and traders – and are thrilled that we can produce many of the products we need for projects right here in Sussex – from handmade sofas; to fine joinery; to bespoke metal work. What does the future hold for your firm? What plans do you have to sustain your success as well as further advance and innovate your services? In my first job after university, I was told ‘you have two ears and one mouth; use them in that ratio’. This has been a great mantra to live by, and as such I am going to continue listen- ing (and watching) so I know what clients want and traders need to deliver an ever-improving design service. Style wise, Pascoe Interiors grows stronger and stronger aesthetically – we hope to continue to push the boundaries of design with exciting projects; so we humbly hope we will continue to be fortunate enough to attract clients who believe in us as well. Since 2004, I have been importing a range of high quality kitchens directly from the factory in Italy. This became te core of the business during our London days, but was put on the back burner in favour of design projects after our move to Sussex. I am now reigniting this side of the business under our old ethos Molten Kitchens, as they provide such superb design & quality at competitive rates. We now have a display in Waterloo at the Office Blueprint showroom. While we will be offering sales to home owners, our primary focus will be business to business orders directly to builders, developers, architects and other specifiers. The combination of Molten Kitchens with Pascoe Interiors’ design projects promises a busy, varied future, which I look forward to embracing.