Colette has been part of the Usher & Co team for the past two years, bringing a keen eye for detail and a thoughtful approach to selecting the right pieces for every project, from finishes and fabrics to furniture.

Her approach to design is shaped by a belief that interiors should feel like an immersive space where design and craftsmanship intertwine. She is particularly interested in how lighting, artwork and carefully chosen details can transform the mood of a room and create interiors that feel layered, personal, and inviting.

Colette’s aesthetic leans towards the contemporary, often combining abstract prints with layered textures to create interiors that feel timeless yet personal. 

Colette has an aversion to the colour red, which rarely makes its way into her schemes.

Taran has worked at Usher & Co since February 2024. She is dedicated to creating spaces that nurture wellbeing and elevate everyday living. Her approach blends natural materials with thoughtful, sensory design. By prioritising how a space feels as much as how it looks, Taran crafts interiors that support balance, comfort, and a deeper connection to the natural world.

At heart, Taran values authentic design that celebrates those living in the space, while honouring the historical and geographical context of the architecture. She believes that each and every element in a project is carefully considered to respect these crucial narratives. 

Taran leans towards a quintessentially English style that feels curated over time, homely, and nourishes the soul. She enjoys the “quiet use of colour” in her designs, believing that colour is the gateway to the most rich and enveloping of spaces when used in a soft, sophisticated manner. 

Understanding that design is entirely subjective, Taran welcomes all ideas, and is an advocate of exploratory design. Although she does have a strong aversion to brilliant white...

Rachel founded Usher & Co in 2012 and remains the creative force behind the studio. Her approach to design is rooted in the belief that a home should feel deeply personal. It should reflect the way people live, support the rhythm of everyday life and create the setting for the moments that matter.

Rachel enjoys working closely with clients to understand how they want their home to feel, not just how it should look. She is particularly interested in the layering of materials, combining texture, tone and natural finishes to create spaces that feel warm, considered and quietly distinctive.

Her aesthetic sits somewhere between classic English design and the relaxed sensibility of California, resulting in interiors that feel elegant but never overly formal. Rachel is currently enjoying working with tile and marble, often exploring unexpected ways to use these materials to bring character and individuality into a space. She is also very clear about one personal preference — she is not a fan of fabric lampshades. No one is entirely sure why, but she remains unconvinced.

A Studio Day with Rachel tends to be thoughtful, collaborative and idea rich, particularly well suited to projects where clients want to explore design direction, materials and the bigger picture of how their home will come together.

Tanu is an interior designer with a decade of experience working on high-end residential projects both in the UK and internationally. Throughout her career, she has developed a strong interest in spatial planning and creating homes that support the way people live day to day. From thoughtful layouts to practical storage solutions, Tanu believes that well-designed spaces should enhance daily routines while remaining calm, balanced and beautiful.

Her design approach focuses on establishing a strong, timeless base palette that can be layered with texture, tone and detail to create depth and warmth within a space. She is drawn to materials and finishes that stand the test of time, ensuring that interiors feel refined and enduring rather than trend-led.

Tanu’s style leans towards clean, contemporary lines with carefully considered details that bring character and interest to a scheme. She has a strong preference for soft, refined forms and avoids overly angular or harsh elements, particularly square sanitaryware, which she considers both visually unappealing and not practical in use.

Above all, she believes that how a space makes you feel is fundamental to good design, and that every element within a project should contribute to creating an environment that feels comfortable, cohesive and personal to the client.