Design Profile: Lily Duclaud Design Atelier
A vision shaped by texture, intention, and timeless charm.
There are design studios that follow trends, and then there are those that build worlds. The work of Lily Duclaud Design Atelier belongs firmly in the second category. Each project is a reflection of layered artistry: grounded in simplicity, elevated through texture, and brought to life by a clear emotional narrative.
With over two decades of experience, Lily Duclaud has cultivated a design language that transcends categories. Her studio’s interiors are not just styled, they are composed, almost like visual poems. Rich in atmosphere yet restrained in palette, each space carries a sense of serenity that resonates deeply with the MAEVE philosophy.
What inspires us most is Lily's ability to work with contrasts: sumptuous textures paired with minimalist lines, playful elements integrated into classic structures, emotive softness balanced by architectural strength. There is always intention behind the balance. Always story behind the stillness.
From residential to commercial projects, the studio’s work prioritizes livable elegance. These are spaces made to be experienced, not just admired. Whether designing a child's imaginative bedroom or a quiet living space for adults, the emphasis is always on how design can shape feeling.
In a time where visual excess is easily accessible, Lily Duclaud’s approach feels like a breath of fresh clarity: thoughtful, tactile, and honest.
Her interiors often carry a kind of refined lightness, rooms that glow softly, that invite presence rather than performance. Spaces where furniture is chosen not just for shape, but for resonance. Where materials are not used for impact alone, but for how they age, how they reflect light, and how they feel in hand.
At MAEVE, we are naturally drawn to studios that prioritize timelessness over novelty, that find beauty in restraint, and that understand design as emotional storytelling. Lily Duclaud Design Atelier embodies these values with clarity and warmth.
There is a clear synergy between our worlds: a shared focus on form with purpose, atmosphere with structure, and a deep belief in the emotional weight of objects and space.
As we continue to explore and celebrate creative voices that inspire us, we are honoured to feature Lily Duclaud Design Atelier in our Design Profile series. And while this is a recognition of admiration, it’s also a quiet hope that our paths may one day meet in collaboration.
