About

Michelle Shakallis Interior Designer in Canterbury
 
 

It all started when…

I have always had a passion for design. I began my career in textiles, studying at Chelsea College of Art and then went on to do an MA at the Royal College of Art. I began working as a knitwear fashion designer, designing for many high-street brands in London (including Topshop, Whistles and Next) and designer brands in New York (including Calvin Klein).

After moving to Kent in 2015, we finally bought our dream home with my husband and two young children. It was here that I developed a passion and inspiration for interiors. We wanted the family home to be beautiful, practical and suit everyone’s needs. With a love of hosting, having friends to stay, and with two small children, the house needed to accommodate this. It was this challenge and letting all the original Victorian features shine (huge stained glass windows, high ceilings and beautiful fireplaces) that gave me a passion to move into interiors. 

Michelle is extremely personable and made me feel at ease from the moment we started communicating. With great listening skills and understanding of the brief, Michelle delivered a comprehensive interior design brief. I trusted Michelle and have not been disappointed at all. I would highly recommend her interior design services.
— Natalie Fleming