Introducing our latest series A Maison Flâneur. The brief is simple: Give the key to our unique collection of artisans and makers from around the world and ask a creative mind to decorate a room in their house.  To kick off this exciting new series we are thrilled to collaborate with the exceptionally talented interior designer, Emma Gurner. We presented Emma with a challenge—to craft the quintessential British Summer tablescape that encapsulates the essence of the season.

The talented visionary behind the award-winning interior design studio, Folds Inside. With a background as an interior stylist for renowned publications like BBC Good Homes, Ideal Home, and Homes and Gardens, Emma's journey into interior design is not a usual one.

While recovering from surgery, she immersed herself in interior magazines, sparking a newfound passion that led her to establish Folds Inside in 2016. Since then, her designs have graced the pages of Elle Decoration Russia, Marie-Claire Maison, The Daily Telegraph, Kitchens Bedrooms and Bathrooms, and Mad About the House.

Choosing from over 2500 objects Emma narrowed her edit down to 25 products from 14 brands. Her creative journey commenced with the timeless floral motif tablecloth courtesy of Thyme, which served as the foundational canvas for Emma's artistic endeavor. Building upon this, Emma artfully integrated an array of peachy tones, skillfully combining the Alice Palmer Tangier Rhubarb Stripe Frilly Cushion with the enchanting Candy Swirl Plate by Arbala.

Enveloped in the quintessential essence of a British Summer, Emma's tablescape masterpiece becomes a visual narrative of seasonal delight and curated elegance. Discover her Summer table below.

Can you tell us about what inspired you to pursue a career in this field, and how your background influenced your design approach?
After uni I pursued a career in fashion, specialising in millinery, but it was actually whilst recovering from surgery, reading countless interior magazines that I realised that was the route I wanted to go down. I landed myself a job working as a stylist in the magazine world, which I continued to do for a number of years. I set up my interior design studio, Folds Inside, some years later after completing a series of courses.

Interior design trends are constantly evolving. How do you stay innovative and ensure your designs remain fresh and relevant in the ever-changing industry?
One of my favourite parts of the job is visiting the design fairs to see what is out there and newly launched. I recently came back from 3 days of design in Copenhagen which was extremely inspiring. Social Media is of course a great way to have easy access to the latest trends and new products on the market but for me it’s really important to be authentic and true to my own creative style rather than be a slave to the ever changing trends.