Meet Our Next in Design Winners: Tola Ojuolape Studio

A side-by-side composition featuring designer Tola Ojuolape in a light blue blazer on the left, and a curated living room scene on the right. The interior displays her signature use of rich textures, including a curved sofa, colorful velvet pillows, and organic-shaped decor.

Next in Design 2025 winner. Architectural interior designer Tola Ojuolape is entering a defining moment in her career, with a trio of headline projects that capture the quiet confidence, cultural fluency, and refined materiality she has become known for. Soon to open is Uncommon, a coffee shop in Knightsbridge conceived as a study in cool precision: brushed stainless steel, onyx surfaces, and an edited palette that reflects Tola’s belief in clarity, focus, and the power of restraint.

(Image credit: Felix Speller)