An award-winning interior designer has relocated her studio to a character-filled Victorian property.
Mairead Turner has established her new base in the heart of Bangor, moving Mairead & Co Interiors from Penmon on Anglesey to a six-bedroom building rich with period charm.
The building is already attracting attention as a potential location for creative projects, with a French fashion brand set to use it for photography and video content later this year.
Ms Turner said: "We had been waiting for the right property and when this one came along, I knew it was the one – it’s epic.
"It's an incredible Victorian building with so much character and the studio space is amazing.
"It inspires me every day and gives us room to grow as a business."
Founded in 2019, Mairead & Co Interiors is known for its bold, layered approach to design across luxury accommodation, private homes, hospitality venues, and listed buildings.
The team is expanding to meet demand, with studio manager Lauren Morgan-Clarke and brand and communications manager Natalie Bond now based at the Bangor location.
Originally from Yorkshire, Ms Turner said the move was driven by a desire to improve access for clients, collaborators, and contractors across North Wales and beyond.
She said: "Being in Bangor makes it easier for us to travel across North Wales and beyond, and it's easier for clients to come and visit us too."
The studio is taking on more commercial, heritage, and conservation-led projects, building on its established residential portfolio.
One of its standout recent projects was the interior and exterior redesign of Caffi Meinir at Nant Gwrtheyrn on the Llŷn Peninsula.
The team is also working with Village Dairy, the award-winning Llaeth y Llan yoghurt producer based in Llannefydd, Conwy, to redesign its reception and boardroom areas.
Ms Turner said: "We're seeing growing interest from businesses that want to create environments people genuinely enjoy working in.
"With more people returning to offices and shared workspaces, there is a real focus on creating inspiring, welcoming environments that reflect a company's culture and values."
The studio continues to deliver residential and heritage projects across the UK, including holiday accommodation schemes, private homes, and the restoration of historic buildings.
Heritage work remains a particular passion for Ms Turner.
She said: "I love working with listed buildings and heritage organisations.
"Protecting the character and history of these places while finding new ways for people to enjoy them is incredibly rewarding.
"Collaboration is such an important part of that process."
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