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Our Vision

Life Enhancing Design
A very warm welcome to our portfolio. Our vision is to create places of beauty that give enduring pleasure, designed to perfectly complement a property and the people who reside in it. Specialising in private residences worldwide, our talented designers work on diverse and complex projects, committed to excellence in every regard. We work frequently with architects, contractors and specialists on all aspects of the interior architecture of a property – on both building and refurbishment contracts. We are passionate about design and our experience and meticulous attention to detail result in luxurious, glamorous and unique interiors that fulfil and exceed our clients’ dreams. From initial concept through to final installation, we are dedicated to inspiring your own imagination and creativity – for beautiful results.
Diana Blanchard
Blanchard was founded in 1991 and is registered as a Design Practice within the British Institute of Interior Design.

Our Values

We are committed to creating beautiful and timeless design.
We develop every project as unique, individual and tailored to our clients’ requirements; our design schemes are never reproduced.
We employ people of the highest calibre and recognise and appreciate the contribution they make to our company.
We nurture, encourage and support team members in the development of their skills and talents.
We provide a work environment that is dynamic and rewarding and which supports professionalism and creative excellence.
We monitor environmental issues relevant to the design industry and respond to them in a socially responsible and ethical manner.
We fulfil our contractual agreements and support these with a 100% commitment to our clients.

Contact us

London

Blanchard Limited
55 Regent’s Park Road
London NW1 8XD
UK

T: 00 44 (0)20 7722 1242
F: 00 44 (0)20 7722 3570
E: studio@blanchard.uk.com

Registered in England no. 2595447
We now also have a Cotswold office.
Please call us on 01453 765565 with any enquiries.

Dubai

Blanchard FZ-LLC
Loft 305
Design House
Al Sufouh 1
P.O. Box 213573
Dubai UAE

T: 00 971 4369 4532
F: 00 971 4369 7823

E: studio@blanchard.ae
W: www.blanchard.ae

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Portfolio

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LIVING

Inspirational interiors that are elegant, imaginative and timeless. Natural refinement, ranging from the classic to the contemporary. Materials of the highest quality, with an emphasis on the sustainable and organic. Designs that are unique and personal to each client.

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DINING

Luxurious rooms created for fine dining. Warmth of wood, accents of gilt and platinum, radiance of sparkling glass and silver. And state of the art lighting designed to enhance the experience.

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KITCHEN

The heart of the home, where family and friends meet to share and relax. From traditional wood to ultra contemporary lacquer and steel, kitchens to enhance entertaining informally with delicious food, wine and conversation.

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BEDROOM

Rooms created for tranquillity, harmony and balance. Havens of relaxation in soft, neutral tones or warm, peaceful hues. Exquisite silk walling, handblocked wallpapers and lustrous fabrics enhance the sense of comfort and intimacy. De-stress and sleep for a week.

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BATHROOM

Sanctuary of peace and luxury. Marble and stone, pristine sanitaryware and immaculate bath linens. Subtle nuances of lighting to create an ambience of wellbeing and relaxation.

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CLASSIC

The images in the Classic Collection are taken from period and listed buildings we have worked on in both town and country. These include three Nash houses and Grade 1, Grade 11* and Grade 11 properties, the design complexities of which we are experienced in dealing with.

Testimonials

“Designing a house involves a huge investment, so it makes sense to seek the advice of a professional. Renovating my own house was the first time I’d used an interior designer, but Diana and I clicked instantly and I enjoyed the design process immensely. Since then, I have worked with Blanchard on five further projects and the team consistently deliver innovative, glamorous and inspiring designs, with great efficiency and courtesy. It has been a pleasure to work with the company and I would have no hesitation in using their services on future projects.”

Glen Goei
Private Client

“We have known Diana Blanchard and her team for over 10 years, and have worked on 4 projects together. We have been very happy with every venture we have undertaken with them, and have enjoyed the experience. Each time, the projects were delivered on time, with no delays and the results exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Diana.”

Annie and Nicholas Jordan
Private Clients

“We have worked on projects with Blanchard for over ten years. We find their approach to the design process to be innovative, practical and extremely professional. They are a valued member of project teams and deliver excellent design solutions to the client. We enjoy working with them immensely.”

David Lipsey
Director, Transformation Architects

“I have worked with Blanchard on a number of occasions. As a project manager I have always found their ability to integrate well with the construction team and their emphasis on programme delivery a crucial factor in the smooth and successful delivery of a project.”

Simon Davenport MRICS
Director, Simon Davenport Associates

“Blanchard has to be one of the best interior design companies in London if not the UK. As a busy man who knows what he wants but is ‘time short’ and ‘ideas long’ the Blanchard team knew how to convert my dreams into reality. They instinctively knew what would work and combined creativity with sheer pragmatism. They are great at seeing the potential of a situation, clearly advising on what will work and what will not and then drawing on their research team to find exactly the right material, fabric, paint, flooring and furnishings that gave life to my unspoken and hazy vision. The most important aspect for me was how they managed the builders and the architects so I could go to work (and sleep easy) knowing that they were pulling the whole thing together for me. Without exception the team were friendly, reliable, wonderfully warm as well as being creative, pragmatic, refreshingly challenging when I was wrong and sympathetic to my quirks. I cannot recommend them highly enough.”

Peter Burditt
Private Client

Press

Our work has been featured in many international publications and the company is recognised as a leading player within the design industry.

For press and media enquiries please contact Diana More dianamore@blanchard.uk.com

House & Garden
Leading 100 Interior Designers

Background
Diana Blanchard established her Primrose Hill design practice in 1991, where she leads a team of nine, and opened a studio in Dubai in 2007. She also launched a furniture and lighting company, More Blanchard, last year.
Projects
Current projects include refurbishment and redecoration of a Nash House in Regent’s Park; a large family home in Hampstead; a new-built property on a private estate in Jersey; a boutique hotel in Belgravia; a period property in Richmond; and an art-deco private residence in Sunningdale.
She says
I believe in life-enhancing design. I also believe firmly in design that is built to last. At Blanchard, we are deeply committed to creating homes that our clients will love now and for many years to come.
We say
Blanchard is the place to come for chic, tailored interiors with bespoke lighting and furniture, and a personal approach. Diana’s warm, friendly manner belies a deeply professional and efficient service.

Homes & Gardens
Ask Diana Blanchard why she became an interior designer and the answer is simple: “Because I am passionate about design and love working with people.” Having set up her design business, Blanchard, in Primrose Hill in the depths of recession in 1991, she knew the signs were good when the business not only survived but flourished. Today, much of her work comes through word of mouth – clients are attracted to her subtle, sympathetic style, which veers between classic and contemporary depending on the project.

The English Home
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House & Garden
Designer Profile: From the early days, when she aspired to decorate a Regent’s Park house by Nash (she’s now completed three) she has established a reputation for up-market residential work, at home and across Europe. While she claims there’s no Blanchard signature style, it’s clear that clients come to her for a look of restrained luxury, incorporating natural materials, in traditional or modern contexts. She says the architecture is always her starting point, as are the classical principles of good proportion and symmetry, but ambience matters too. “Many of our clients have hectic lifestyles,” she says, “It’s my brief to create a haven of tranquillity for them.”

English Home
The ability to make individual statements and to mix antique pieces with modern counterparts creates a truly eclectic English look that is often replicated elsewhere, throughout the world.

Homes & Gardens
Cricket-mad Geoff and Kylie Kendrick couldn’t believe their luck when they found an apartment that not only had a view of Lord’s but also offer a stylish place to entertain. It sits at the top of a red-brick building in the leafy environs of St. John’s Wood close to the centre of London...

Kitchens, Bedrooms & Bathrooms
BIDA member Diana Blanchard, director of Blanchard, has divided the room into specific areas and used glass, mirror and chrome for a light, modern look. The design is clean and classic yet contemporary, with plenty of storage. “The room will be warm and elegant, creating a space that gradually reveals itself,” says Diana.

The Showroom

MORE BLANCHARD
The showroom displays our elegant furniture and lighting range, which can be effortlessly incorporated into both contemporary and classic interiors. The carefully considered collection is handmade to order in England, by marvellously skilled artisans, and each piece is timeless and unique.
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