Our Team
Meet our team of specialised designers, blending creative vision with technical precision to craft homes that are uniquely yours. From the earliest concept to the final details, we manage every detail with meticulous care. We’re here to ensure each space reflects both your lifestyle and home’s character.
The TEam
Sean began his interior design journey in Toronto and gained significant experience while working with top interior design firms across the UK and North America.
With a rich background spanning residential, hospitality, and commercial interior design, Sean has in-depth knowledge of the design and construction processes. He has leveraged this expertise to establish and grow his successful design firm.
Sean, Founder & Creative Director
Michayla began her design career in Toronto, Canada where she earned a Degree in MIT from Western University and an Honours Bachelor of Interior Design from Sheridan College. She went on to become Lead Designer and Operations Manager at an award-winning Top 100 Toronto studio with her work featured in leading Canadian publications. After relocating to the UK, she established and managed a Top 100 design firm in Chelsea before joining our team.
As Design Director, Michayla oversees the delivery of projects from conception through to completion ensuring each runs smoothly, on schedule, and to the highest standard. Drawing on her operational background and design expertise, she brings clarity and structure to each project establishing strong collaboration across clients, contractors, and the studio team. Her measured approach and commitment to excellence underpin every project she leads.
Michayla, Design Director
Originally from South Africa, Jess has over six years of experience in interior architecture, managing turnkey projects across the residential and commercial sectors. With a strong foundation in technical detailing, bespoke joinery, and construction drawings, she’s also taken on roles in project management and procurement. Her time in the Super Yachting industry added a unique layer to her design perspective, deepening her understanding of functionality in compact, high-performance spaces.
As Lead Designer at Sean Symington Design, Jess oversees projects in their entirety from concept development to on-site execution. Known for her intuitive approach, attention to detail, and easy rapport with clients, contractors, and suppliers, she brings both creativity and structure to every project she leads.
Jessica, Senior Designer
Katie began her design journey in London, where she studied at the Inchbald School of Design, earning an honorary diploma in Design Decoration. Her passion for textiles flourished while working for a leading fabric house in Chelsea Harbour before she returned to her native Dublin to work with a prominent designer on full-scale FF&E residential projects and product management.
Since relocating to Bath, Katie has successfully designed and managed projects of various scales from concept to completion. Her extensive knowledge of textiles and products has deepened over the years, allowing her to build valuable relationships with suppliers that she cherishes deeply. Katie's favorite part of the process is the design journey with clients—from scheming and presenting detailed designs to procurement, installation, and final touches. Nothing brings her more satisfaction than seeing clients delighted in their newly designed homes.
Katie, FF&E Designer
Charlotte embarked on her design career following her graduation with a First Class Degree in Interior Design & Decoration from Southampton Solent University. Initially, she trained as a kitchen designer but quickly discovered her true passion lay in textiles, prompting her to shift into residential design. Drawing from her decorative expertise, Charlotte enjoys combining textiles and textures to develop distinctive schemes customised for each client.
Her role with us is fueled by this inspiration, where she develops design concepts, transforms them into detailed schemes, and ensures smooth procurement for a seamless delivery of projects.
Charlotte, FF&E Designer
Maral holds a degree in Product & Industrial Design from Central Saint Martins, UAL. She brings a valuable perspective to our Team driven by her enthusiasm for making a positive difference. Her experience in designing lighting, home furnishings, and prosthetics for veterans has given her a strong grasp of user-centered design, allowing her to create spaces that are both practical and emotionally impactful.
With us, Maral is involved in every stage of the design process, from initial concept to final execution. She is drawn to layered designs and maximalism while emphasising a comprehensive understanding of each client’s style and needs. Her ultimate aim is to craft truly personalised homes.
Maral, Interior Designer
Originally from Ontario, Canada, Erin holds an Honours Bachelor of Interior Design and brings experience in luxury showrooms, twentieth-century design, and project management, most recently overseeing quality and community-focused new developments.
At Sean Symington Design, she applies her strong grasp of project logistics and timelines to a technical, behind-the-scenes role, creating detailed CAD drawings from demolition plans and lighting layouts to bespoke joinery, translating each concept into precise instructions that bring your projects to life.
Erin, Associate Designer
Blending her background in spatial planning with a natural eye for detail, Caitlin approaches interior design with both creativity and precision. She earned a Distinction MSc in Spatial Planning and Development from Cardiff University and a Distinction Certificate in Residential Interior Design from KLC School of Design.
Before joining the Team, Caitlin worked as a Senior Planner at a leading planning and development consultancy and as a Design Assistant at an interior architecture and design firm. Her background provides a comprehensive understanding of the built environment, project processes, and planning regulations which she now combines with her design training to deliver thoughtful and well-resolved interiors.
At SSD, Caitlin plays an integral role in the design process contributing to detailed drawings, project presentations, and the development of design schemes. She approaches each project with structure and creativity so every space is both beautifully considered and highly functional.
Caitlin, Junior Designer
With a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and an MSc in Consulting, Caroline brings people-focused insight and creative flair to marketing and communications at Sean Symington Design. She helps express the studio’s voice and projects while coordinating collaborations that reflect its distinctive aesthetic.
Her career began in interior design, evolving into communications and operations within an award-winning London architecture practice. Today, she combines her design insight and operational expertise to share the studio’s work in ways that connect with audiences and celebrate its vision.
Caroline, Communications Officer
Graduating with honours from Barkeley University, Penny has six years of experience in companionship.
Her expertise lies within providing unwavering support during nail-biting design deadlines and creating moments for team bonding. From cheerful morning greetings to relaxing end-of-day walks, Penny's mission is to cultivate truly harmonious work environments, making her a cherished member of the team.