EDITOR’ S CHOICE
NJG is a boutique construction company known for delivering high-end residential and commercial spaces with exceptional attention to detail. Collaborating closely with architects, designers, and clients, NJG brings vision to life with integrity, craftsmanship, and care— building environments that stand the test of time.
1. What inspires your work? I’ m inspired by so many things- it could be the colours and textures of a market in Morocco, the texture of weathered timber in a Cornish harbour, or the way sunlight falls across an old brick wall on my own street. I’ m constantly observing- shapes, materials, proportions, shadows- and storing them away in my mind. I love to explore the local environment of each project and pick up on the natural design language, colours, and textures of the land or cityscape. The tones of the coastline, the rhythm of a historic street, or even the craftsmanship of a local artisan can influence a palette or a layout. Using vintage and auction pieces fits beautifully into this- they anchor a design in time, making it feel layered and as though it has grown naturally, rather than being installed all at once.
2. Why do you use vintage pieces? Vintage brings a different quality of luxury- a“ quiet luxury” that isn’ t showy but feels deeply considered. These pieces carry their own stories; the slight wear on a leather armchair, the softening of a rug’ s colours over decades, the way a hand-carved detail catches the light. In commercial projects like hotels, where there’ s often pressure to source in bulk, vintage offers individuality and depth. It ensures no two rooms are identical, and it creates the same kind of emotional connection you might have in your own home, where every piece has been collected over time.
3. How does sustainability fit into your approach? Sustainability for me is about progress, not perfection. I’ m learning more with each project, always finding ways to improve my approach. Reusing and repurposing items with history is one of the most meaningful ways I can design more responsibly- it avoids unnecessary manufacturing and waste, while preserving craftsmanship that might otherwise be lost. Many of my projects also involve breathing new
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