Services we offer

Architectural Design & Interior Architecture

For new-build, refurbishment, and listed-building projects, AKK DESIGN leads architectural and interior design from concept to completion.

We shape the overall spatial vision holistically — responsive to context, constraints and opportunity. Where statutory submissions and regulated architectural scope are required, we collaborate with an ARB (Architects Registration Board)-registered architect (our trusted partner practice or the client’s appointed team).

Includes:

  • Architectural concept design and feasibility support

  • Spatial strategy, layouts and design development

  • Interior architecture: internal planning, partitions and key interfaces

  • Architectural liaison and coordination with the appointed architect and consultant team

  • Interior Architecture Drawing Package (construction-ready plans, sections, elevations, setting-out and key architectural details)

  • Tender support and contractor clarifications through delivery

Interior Design

Concept-to-detail design that elevates experience, atmosphere and functionality — translating the brief into a timeless, buildable outcome.

We shape the look, feel and performance of each space through materiality, lighting intent and detailing — with commercially aligned decision-making that protects quality and programme.

Includes:

  • Concept design, narrative and layout refinement

  • Materials, finishes and lighting direction

  • Joinery, feature elements and interior detailing

  • Value engineering (commercially aligned alternatives that protect design intent)

  • Interior Design Specification Package (tender-ready finishes and materials schedules, written specifications, and critical items)

  • Mock-up reviews and approvals (finishes, joinery and key details prior to roll-out)

  • Stakeholder alignment and approvals through key stages

Branding & Visual Identity

We translate each project’s story into a clear visual language — aligning brand, culture and strategy with the spatial experience.

From brand identity development to a full wayfinding and signage package, we create intuitive systems that improve navigation and consistently express brand identity through form, material and tone.

Includes

  • Brand identity development and translation into interiors (concept, visual language, guidelines)

  • Wayfinding strategy and information hierarchy (user journeys, sign families, messaging)

  • Signage concept and design direction (materials, finishes, illumination, accessibility)

  • Full signage and wayfinding pack: drawings, plans, elevations, schedules and locations

  • Detail design for fabrication and installation (setting-out, fixings, specs, key details)

  • Coordination with consultants, fabricators and suppliers through delivery

FF&E and Styling

Procurement-ready FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) and styling that completes the concept — balancing aesthetics, durability and budget.

We specify, source and coordinate furniture, lighting and finishes with the end user in mind, protecting the design intent through samples, quality checks and installation styling. Supported by a trusted global supplier network built over 20+ years.

Includes:

  • FF&E specification and supplier coordination

  • Furniture design (bespoke pieces where it matters)

  • Art and object curation / commissioning

  • Samples, quality checks and installation styling

Visualisation & VR

From photorealistic CGI (Computer-Generated Imagery) renders to VR (Virtual Reality) walkthroughs, we visualise your project long before completion — supporting design decisions, approvals, marketing and funding.

We bring clarity to complex projects by visualising spaces before they exist. Alongside CGI (Computer-Generated Imagery), we use AI (Artificial Intelligence) concept visuals to accelerate early-stage exploration and option studies, helping stakeholders align quickly and confidently.

Includes:

  • Photorealistic CGI (Computer-Generated Imagery) renders

  • 3D visualisation packages for approvals and marketing

  • VR (Virtual Reality) immersive walkthroughs

  • AI (Artificial Intelligence) concept visuals for rapid option exploration

  • Visual option studies to support faster sign-off

Procurement and Delivery

End-to-end governance that protects programme, cost and quality — turning design intent into a finished, operational space.

We manage the route from specification to installation with clear programme control, supplier coordination and on-site oversight — ensuring what is designed is what gets delivered.

Includes:

  • Project management and programme oversight

  • Procurement management and sourcing coordination (where in scope)

  • Contract administration support and documentation control

  • Site coordination with contractors, suppliers and consultants through installation

  • Quality reviews, snagging and close-out support

  • Handover coordination and documentation

  • Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals (where required) — including asset registers, warranties and maintenance guidance

Full consolidated deliverables during Project Stages

How We Deliver

1) Discovery, brief and strategy

  • Confirm the project brief and success metrics (brand, guest experience, budget, programme)

  • Establish stakeholder governance (decision-makers, approval gates, escalation route)

  • Review site constraints and interfaces (survey information, access, existing conditions, services coordination, fire strategy interface)

  • Capture operational requirements (FOH (Front of House) / BOH (Back of House), staffing flows, storage, deliveries, waste and housekeeping touchpoints)

  • Set the delivery programme and maintain a risk/opportunity register

2) Concept design (experience + spatial proposal)

  • Define the concept, narrative, and design principles (the “north star”)

  • Produce spatial concept options (typically 1–2) with a clear recommendation (zoning, adjacencies, guest journey, operational flow)

  • Develop adjacency diagrams and zoning logic

  • Issue test-fit / concept plans (spatial proposal)

  • Map the guest journey (hospitality-critical)

  • Create mood boards (materials, colour, lighting ambience, styling cues)

  • Set the initial palette with benchmark references

  • Run an early cost sense-check and prioritise what is protected (design intent “non-negotiables”)

3) Schematic design (validate + align)

  • Develop GA (General Arrangement) plans (dimensioned)

  • Develop RCP (Reflected Ceiling Plan) layouts at the schematic level

  • Produce key elevations and key sections for stakeholder alignment

  • Define lighting intent (layering, ambience, preliminary fixture direction)

  • Issue outline finishes schedules (by area)

  • Issue outline FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment) schedules (indicative selections)

  • Provide 3D views/renders to accelerate approvals

  • Confirm accessibility intent (inclusive clearances and key principles)

4) Design development (coordinated + cost-managed)

  • Coordinate plans, RCPs (Reflected Ceiling Plans) and elevations to design-developed level

  • Develop joinery and feature elements (bars, banquettes, reception, wardrobes, vanities, kiosks)

  • Define the materials and samples strategy, including the sample board direction

  • Issue detailed finishes schedules (floors, walls, ceilings by room/area)

  • Develop FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment) schedules (sizes, finishes, performance, compliance, lead times)

  • Define the OS&E (Operating Supplies and Equipment) scope where interiors impact operations

  • Provide acoustic intent notes (particularly for restaurants, lobbies and lounges)

  • Set the wayfinding strategy (principles, hierarchy, placements where applicable)

  • Deliver a VE (Value Engineering) pack: costed alternatives, impact assessment, and recommendations to protect design intent, durability and programme

5) Technical design pack (for tender and construction)

  • Issue construction-ready drawings (setting-out plans, RCPs (Reflected Ceiling Plans), elevations, sections and key details)

  • Issue a joinery technical pack (fabrication-ready drawings and specifications)

  • Issue coordinated schedules (finishes, FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment), lighting, joinery, accessories and equipment as applicable)

  • Issue specifications (performance requirements, compliance intent, sample and mock-up requirements)

  • Provide coordination notes for specialist interfaces (lighting controls, audio-visual and information technology, signage, specialist finishes where applicable)

6) Tender support

  • Manage the tender issue package (drawings, schedules, specifications and addenda control)

  • Respond to tender queries and provide clarifications

  • Support bid evaluation via a structured comparison matrix

  • Review contractor VE (Value Engineering) proposals and provide recommendations aligned to design intent and operational needs

7) Procurement support (optional)

  • Set a procurement strategy and lead-time tracker

  • Manage samples and approvals (including “golden sample” sign-offs where required)

  • Review submittals and shop drawings (joinery, metalwork, stone, lighting, signage as applicable)

  • Assess substitution requests to maintain design intent, performance, durability and cost alignment

8) Site support

  • Carry out site inspections and issue site reports (quality, progress, design intent protection)

  • Support the build team with RFI (Request for Information) responses and coordination input

  • Produce snagging/punch lists and track close-out

  • Provide installation guidance for styling, artwork and final dressing where included

9) Handover & operations

  • Support as-built reviews for intent-critical items

  • Collate asset information (FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment), finishes and lighting references)

  • Deliver an Operational Manual (lighting scenes, care and maintenance guidance, styling rules, layout standards and replacement specifications)

  • Provide post-opening support where agreed (snag close-out and operational fine-tuning)

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Based in the UK — working across hospitality, cruise, residential, and mixed-use sectors worldwide.