About

Rhonda Drakeford is a cross-disciplinary British designer based in London, and the Founder and Creative Director of Studio Rhonda (since 2018) and Darkroom (since 2009).

Working mainly in interior and furniture design, Rhonda creates fearless, playful work that mixes international and historical references with a focus on colour, form and materiality. A respect for order and function is balanced by joyful twists and sensory surprises — a love of contrast and experimental materials and palettes has become her signature. Her approach is intuitive and individual, yet collaborative and responsive to each client’s personality and needs.

After studying graphic design at Central Saint Martins, Rhonda co-founded the multidisciplinary consultancy Multistorey in 1997. It became known for its witty, inventive use of traditional and new materials, with clients including the Design Museum, the V&A and the Science Museum.

In 2009 she co-founded Darkroom, the award winning design store and brand known for its bold black and patterned interiors.

In 2018 she drew on her experience across design and retail to launch Studio Rhonda, offering interior design and styling, furniture, product and print design to residential and commercial clients.

Portrait by Veerle Evans