Simon May
About us
At Furniss & May we believe the most effective environments are those that create a feeling. A sense of energy, clarity and belonging. Spaces that don’t just look good, but work intuitively, emotionally and commercially from the moment you step inside.
For over 25 years we’ve worked with individuals, businesses and brands across hospitality, retail and lifestyle to bring their ideas into the physical world, shaping environments that capture attention, build loyalty and support growth.
Our approach is simple, we take the time to understand what sits at the heart of a brand, how it thinks, how it behaves, and how people connect with it - and translate this into a physical experience. One that feels natural, engaging and true to its purpose.
Because today, physical environments need to do more than ever. They need to tell a story, guide behaviour, function seamlessly and create moments that stay with people long after they leave.
We work closely with founders, operators and creative teams to develop concepts that feel authentic and scalable, balancing design, flow and function to ensure each space performs as well as it inspires.
At every stage, our focus is the same, to create spaces that feel effortless, distinctive and deeply connected to the people they’re designed for.
Our approach
We design from the inside out.
Starting with how a brand thinks, behaves and connects with people, we develop concepts that translate identity into experience.
We look at flow, behaviour and interaction as much as form, shaping environments that guide people naturally, without over-instruction. Spaces that feel intuitive, engaging and quietly distinctive.
Every decision is considered through two lenses: how it enhances the experience, and how it supports performance.
Because the most successful environments don’t just impress, they work.
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