Meet Our Next in Design Winners: Rachael Gowdridge

On the left, a portrait of smiling interior designer Rachael Gowdridge wearing a black turtleneck. On the right, a photograph of a curated, rustic-style kitchen with green cabinets, a large professional range, and a wooden farmhouse-style island.

After honing her craft at some of London’s most renowned design firms, our Next in Design 2025 Winner, Rachael Gowdridge, launched her eponymous studio in 2021 with the goal of creating interiors that are layered, timeless, and expressive.

Her first role at David Collins Studio instilled in her an appreciation for detail. At Martin Brudnizki Design Studio, she learned that ‘every single trim and lampshade was thoughtfully considered,’ while also developing expertise in bespoke furniture. ‘You learn everything about dimensions, filling, and the fundamentals of what makes furniture functional. There’s nothing worse than a table being the wrong height.’