Discover how Koto Living creates timeless, eco-conscious interiors that blend Scandinavian and Japanese design principles. Learn how Programa transformed their workflow and enhanced client collaboration.
Koto Living
In Practice
London, UK2024-12-10
“Our purpose is to create spaces that make us reconnect, through considered materials that benefit our health whilst having minimal impact on the planet.”
Kirstie LittleCo-Founder
Describe your studio's background, core mission, and typical project timelines.
Koto Living is the interior design studio founded by the family behind Koto. Combining our extensive experience in delivering projects globally, working with private and commercial clients alike, we offer a full turnkey solution for exclusive interior design, bespoke furniture packs, and furniture procurement.
Our team of interior designers at Koto Living are experts in designing both new build and refurbishment projects, using materials that are harmonious with existing buildings as well as the site's surroundings. We then select timeless pieces from some of the most highly regarded designers in the world, and curate them into restorative yet functional spaces.
We typically deliver projects with a timeline ranging from 3 - 12 months depending on the scope.
Summarise your studio's culture, collaboration approach, and design philosophy.
Our approach remains holistic, refining each and every element of the building, from its architectural expression to the texture and light of the interiors, forming an embodiment of what we call ‘quiet luxury’.
Drawing on principles of Scandinavian and Japanese design, Koto Living creates naturally restful spaces for modern living. Our purpose is to create spaces that make us reconnect, through considered materials that benefit our health whilst having minimal impact on the planet.
“One of the biggest struggles was sharing schedules with clients in a clear and efficient way. Programa has streamlined that process for us...”
Kirstie LittleCo-Founder
Discuss your project selection criteria and a unique method or technique characteristic of your studio.
We prioritise projects that align with our core values of craftsmanship and wellness in design, working with clients who share our vision for timeless, eco-conscious living.
A unique method that characterises our studio is our integration of Scandinavian and Japanese design principles, merging minimalist aesthetics with a focus on natural materials and functionality.
How were you practising before Programa?
Before using Programa, we relied heavily on spreadsheets, which made it challenging to keep things organised. One of the biggest struggles was sharing schedules with clients in a clear and efficient way. Programa has streamlined that process for us, allowing us to manage projects more smoothly from start to finish while easily sharing up-to date schedules with clients.
“It has enhanced our ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with greater efficiency.”
Kirstie LittleCo-Founder
Describe the impact of Programa on project management, workflow, and client relationships.
Programa has significantly improved our project management, workflow, and client relationships at Koto Living. It has enhanced our ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with greater efficiency.
