“old rules. new form.”
studio foundations
We return to the foundations of design
— form and shape, scale and proportion, rhythm and balance, emphasis and harmony —
the principles that have shaped art, architecture and interiors for centuries.
We study them not to recreate the past, but to understand why great spaces work. We draw from what came before, question convention, and use those principles to create interiors that feel considered, distinctive and unmistakably yours...
Because knowing the rules is what gives us the freedom to rewrite them.
Nothing Is Designed From Nothing.
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From the first plans to the final details, we collaborate with homeowners, builders and architects to shape cohesive interiors from the ground up. Space planning, interior architecture, material and finish selections, millwork, lighting, fixtures, furnishings and construction documentation can all be considered as part of one complete vision.
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Whether reimagining an entire home or transforming a kitchen, bathroom or individual space, we approach renovations with equal attention to what should change and what is worth preserving. From the initial permitting process, through to concepts and layouts through selections, drawings and construction coordination, we create spaces that feel intentional rather than simply new.
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For spaces that don't require construction but need a more considered point of view. We develop furniture, lighting, artwork, textiles and accessory selections, then manage sourcing and procurement to bring the room together as a complete and layered interior.
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Thoughtful interiors for hospitality, retail, workplace and multi-unit residential projects. We work collaboratively with owners, developers and project teams to create spaces that balance identity, function, durability and the experience of the people who use them.
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Focused professional guidance for clients who don't require full-service design. Consultations can cover layouts, material and finish selections, colour, furniture, lighting, styling or simply helping you make confident decisions when you're stuck.
What We Do.
Residential & Commercial
Forma Nova Interiors is a full-service interior design studio serving Whistler, Pemberton, Squamish, the Sea to Sky and Vancouver. We work across residential and commercial interiors, from renovations and new construction to furniture sourcing, styling, permit drawings and construction documentation.
Let’s Start the Conversation
We’d love to learn more about your project and see if we’re the right fit.