Oliver Messel (1904 – 1978) British Theatre, Film and Interior Designer
Oliver Messel, a renowned British designer, excelled in theater, film, and interior design, leaving a legacy of distinguished work in London and Barbados.Read More →
January 31, 2025
The Interior Designers collection at Encyclopedia.Design explores the visionaries who transform spaces, blending aesthetics, function, and innovation. From historic design icons to modern trailblazers, interior designers have played a crucial role in shaping the way we experience homes, workplaces, and public environments.
✔ Profiles of Influential Interior Designers – Explore the work of Elsie de Wolfe, Dorothy Draper, Jean-Michel Frank, Kelly Wearstler, Philippe Starck, and more.
✔ Interior Design Movements & Styles – Delve into Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern, Minimalism, Scandinavian, Industrial, and Contemporary interior trends.
✔ Materials & Techniques – Learn how designers use textiles, furniture, color theory, lighting, and sustainable materials to create stunning interiors.
✔ The Intersection of Interior & Architectural Design – Discover how interior designers work alongside architects and product designers to craft holistic spaces.
✔ The Future of Interior Design – Explore trends in biophilic design, smart home technology, sustainable interiors, and 3D-rendered spaces.
From luxurious residential interiors to functional commercial spaces, interior designers shape the way we live, work, and interact with our surroundings. This collection provides an in-depth look at the industry’s pioneers, processes, and future.
📌 Discover the designers who have revolutionized interior spaces and set new trends in global design.
Oliver Messel, a renowned British designer, excelled in theater, film, and interior design, leaving a legacy of distinguished work in London and Barbados.Read More →
Maurice Matet, a French interior designer and decorator, was known for his modern furniture designs post-WWII, collaborating with prominent figures in the field.Read More →
Jaque Klein was a French decorator and furniture designer. In 1942, he founded his firm, 31 rue de Miromesnil, Paris, after designing wallpaper and rugs for the Galeries Lafayette department store in Paris. Delepoulle and Gouffe both made some of his furniture.Read More →
René Prou was a key designer in the Art Deco movement, known for his unique blend of curve and ornamentation. His career spanned four decades, involving furniture design, interior designs for luxury spaces, and teaching. His harmonious designs continue to influence the modern design theory.Read More →
Michel Dufet (1888 – 1985), French interior designer and writer, produced modern furniture, collaborated with Louis Bureau, and created exquisite, neo-Cubist influenced designs.Read More →
Gabriel Englinger was a French designer and educator known for his work in Art Deco furniture and interiors, active mainly between 1922 and 1963.Read More →
Ruby Ross Wood was a noteworthy American interior decorator and founder of a 1920s-era decorating firm. She is known for pioneering an American design style less formal, and made significant contributions to the New York design scene.Read More →
Emanuel Josef Margold (1889 – 1962), an Austrian architect and designer, was known for his work in furniture, glass, porcelain, and packaging design. He achieved prestigious recognition in 1910.Read More →
In “The Principles of Pretty Rooms,” interior designer Phoebe Howard shares expertise on crafting harmonious spaces through color, fabric, and elegant details.Read More →
Aldo Cibic’s transformed apartment in Shanghai, blending Italian design and local influences. Image courtesy of Shine.cn. Aldo Cibic, a renowned figure in Italian design forRead More →