About the Studio
Spaces shaped around living.
Form & Habitat is a contemporary interior design studio in Kenya. We design homes and workplaces that are calm, practical and quietly personal.
Who we are
A studio for people who value quality without excess.
We combine space planning, material selection, natural light, furniture and detailing into interiors that hold together as a whole. Our rooms are designed to be used — by children, guests, colleagues and customers — and to look better for it over time.
We are not interested in a house style or the trend of the season. A family home in Karen and a compact apartment in Kilimani need different answers, and our job is to find the right one for each.
Good design should be welcoming, not intimidating. We explain our thinking, respect budgets and make sure you feel at home in the process as well as the result.
Design philosophy
Considered in every detail.
I
Function First
A space should support the activities and routines it was designed for.
II
Material Honesty
Materials, textures and finishes should be selected with their appearance, use and maintenance in mind.
III
Natural Balance
Light, proportion, colour and texture should work together to create a cohesive environment.
IV
Personal Character
The result should reflect the people who use the space, rather than follow a trend without purpose.
Core values
How we work with you.
- 01Thoughtful planning
- Decisions are made in a sensible order — plan, then materials, then furniture — so nothing is bought twice.
- 02Clear communication
- You will know what stage we are at, what we need from you and what happens next.
- 03Respect for budgets
- We discuss budget early and design to it, flagging trade-offs before they become surprises.
- 04Attention to detail
- Handles, junctions, switch positions and curtain lengths are considered, not left to chance.
- 05Practical material choices
- Finishes are chosen for climate, cleaning and wear as well as looks.
Who we work with
Homes, workplaces and places to stay.
Homeowners
Families and individuals furnishing a new home, rethinking a room or preparing for a new stage of life.
Property developers
Show apartments, common areas and finish specifications that help residential units feel considered.
Hospitality businesses
Guest houses, small hotels and cafés that need durable interiors with a clear identity.
Offices and workplaces
Office managers and teams planning a move, a refresh or a better way of working.
Working approach
Calm, clear and collaborative.
We listen before we draw
The first meetings are about routines, frustrations and hopes for the space. The brief we write together becomes the measure for every later decision.
We work in a sensible order
Plan first, then materials and lighting, then furniture and styling. Getting the order right is what keeps projects on budget.
We show trade-offs plainly
When a choice affects cost, maintenance or lead time, we say so — with options — so you can decide with the full picture.
We stay to the finish
Where our scope includes it, we stay involved through coordination and styling, and hand over the information you need to look after the space.
The team
A small, hands-on studio.
These are fictional placeholder profiles that show how the team section will look. They will be replaced with real team members, with their consent, before launch.
Founder & Lead Interior Designer
Sample profile — Lead Designer
Leads concept development and client relationships, with a focus on residential interiors and material palettes.
Project Designer
Sample profile — Project Designer
Develops layouts and drawings and coordinates design details with suppliers and contractors.
Styling & Procurement
Sample profile — Stylist
Manages furniture and finishes schedules, samples and styling days.
Let's make your space feel right.
Whether you're furnishing a new home, rethinking an existing room, or planning a commercial interior, we'd love to hear what you have in mind.