Christiana Wilkins
Interior Designer
“From the challenge of a complete renovation, to aiding clients with progressing their own design ideas, I value authenticity- with the end result being something joyful and meaningful.”
Christiana spent 18 years in the UK fashion industry before re-focussing her creativity in the world of interiors, graduating from The British Academy of Interior Design. She is an advocate for colour and pattern, and the role it can play in helping clients to express their personality in their home or office, sparking joy, improving their sense of wellbeing and quality of life.
“We aim to create a cohesive design scheme that meets the brief and then goes beyond what was initially imagined. The end result should delight our client and create a space that is uplifting to spend time in.”
Based in Surrey, Christiana’s work includes both residential and commercial projects, including the redesign of the Anthrobotanica Clinic in North London. A transformative project, she created a vibrant space to feel warm and welcoming rather than cold and medical, quickly putting clients at ease.
What clients say about CHristiana
Epsom, Interior Design
“We hired Decorbuddi to renovate our living room and two bedrooms. We were paired with Christiana and she was amazing. She inspired us with beautiful design and her guidance throughout the design process was invaluable. While honouring our style and aesthetics, she guided us to step out of our comfort zone to achieve some of the best design choices that we’ve made. Her attention to detail and commitment to excellence ensured that every aspect was carefully curated. Not only did Christiana provide her expertise in home design, but she also went above and beyond by connecting us with top-notch contractors vetted by Decorbuddi. Her seamless coordination and communication with these contractors made the entire process smooth and hassle-free.
Most importantly, she was the friendliest person and always had our best interests at heart, ensuring that our budget and timeline were respected. The end result is a home that surpasses our expectations and brings immense joy every day.”
Guilford, Renovation
“I had the pleasure of working with Christiana on the renovation of my new home, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. She is incredibly helpful, offering valuable guidance throughout the decision-making process, especially when it came to choosing the right materials and finishes. She is a great listener, always taking my preferences into account while providing professional advice to ensure the best outcome.
Her dedication stood out. She visited the site multiple times to check on progress and make sure everything was going as planned. Her willingness to stay involved and pay attention to the details made a real difference. I’m very happy with the experience and grateful for her help.”
WeyBridge Interior Design
“I was delighted to work with Christiana to inject some personality and vibrancy into my newly bought light and airy, but drab, property.
I wanted to create a mix of mid-century modern and a Japanese vibes, and she was instantly on my wavelength – matching some of my own ideas with, bold and creative suggestions.
The result is perfect! She’s a pleasure to work with and really delivers the brief”
More About Christiana Wilkins
Based in Surrey and working with clients across Surrey, London and surrounding home counties, Christiana Wilkins is an interior designer known for creating expressive, joyful interiors that combine colour, pattern and practicality. With a background spanning fashion, international merchandising and interior design, she brings both creative confidence and commercial rigour to every project. Her work is client-led, thoughtfully layered and carefully implemented, resulting in spaces that feel uplifting, personal and highly functional.
Background & Career Journey
Before retraining in interior design, Christiana spent eighteen years in the UK fashion industry, working in senior international merchandising and business management roles for global brands including Burberry, Arcadia Group and Jigsaw. Her career took her across Europe, the Middle East and North America, where she was responsible for store performance, product ranging, market analysis and large-scale implementation strategies. This experience honed her commercial awareness, attention to detail and ability to deliver complex projects with clarity and efficiency.
Christiana later redirected her creative focus towards interiors, graduating from the British Academy of Interior Design. She started her Decorbuddi interior design business in 2023 and continues to bring the same strategic thinking, aesthetic judgement and organisational strength to her interior design work. Her background in buying and merchandising gives her a particularly strong skill set when it comes to sourcing, specification and helping clients move confidently from concept to completion.
Areas Christiana Covers
Christiana works with Decorbuddi clients throughout Surrey and London. She supports a wide range of projects, from full home renovations and apartment redesigns to focused room schemes, always tailoring her approach to the architecture of the space and the lifestyle of the client. She is equally comfortable working with local homeowners and clients who require additional support implementing the redesign of properties alongside busy professional or family lives.
As a Surrey interior designer, Christiana regularly works with international clients. For example, overseeing the renovation of a UK property for a client based in the USA, delivering a seamless service that supports overseas homeowners through every stage of the design and renovation process.
Design Style & Approach
Christiana’s design approach is rooted in authenticity. She believes interiors should reflect the people who live and work within them, creating spaces that feel meaningful as well as visually engaging. She is a confident advocate for colour and pattern, using them to express personality, improve wellbeing and bring energy into a home, while ensuring that schemes remain cohesive and timeless.
As a working mother herself, Christiana brings a highly practical mindset to her projects. She places strong emphasis on functionality, flow and durability, ensuring that interiors not only look beautiful but genuinely support everyday living. Her experience across both residential and commercial environments allows her to balance creativity with discipline, helping clients progress their ideas, refine their vision and make confident decisions throughout the process.
Renovation, Implementation & Commercial Insight
Christiana has extensive experience supporting renovation projects, guiding clients through layout changes, finishes, furnishings and final styling. Her background in merchandising means she is particularly skilled at implementation - coordinating sourcing, managing budgets and ensuring that design concepts translate seamlessly into reality.
Her commercial work includes the redesign of a specialist wellness clinic in North London, where the brief was to create a space that felt warm, luxurious and calming rather than clinical. This sensitivity to atmosphere, combined with a clear understanding of how interiors function, carries through into her residential work, whether she is redesigning a family home, an apartment or a single room requiring renewed identity.
Working With Christiana
Clients value Christiana for her warmth, clarity and commitment to excellence. She is known for her ability to gently encourage clients beyond their comfort zone while always respecting their tastes and priorities. Her communication is clear, her attention to detail is meticulous and her collaborative way of working helps ensure projects run smoothly from start to finish. As part of the Decorbuddi team, she draws on a trusted network of contractors and suppliers, offering reassurance and consistency at every stage.
Get in Touch
If you are looking for a Surrey interior designer to support a renovation project, redesign a home or help implement a cohesive interior scheme with confidence and creativity, Christiana would be delighted to help. She works with clients across Surrey, surrounding home counties and London, offering flexible interior design services tailored to your space, lifestyle and goals.