Frankie Ratford for Interior Design Masters S6 / BBC
Age: 42
From: Brighton
Occupation: Graphic Designer
Social media: Instagram
Why did you apply to take part in the show?
“I have never wanted to be on TV, so this whole experience has been very outside my comfort zone! I couldn’t resist the idea of having a bunch of fun spaces to design, a van, a budget, a painter and a carpenter on hand. Literally my dream scenario! So, I applied, went off to hike the Camino De Santiago and then got in!”
In three words, what is your design style?
“Colour, Joy, Play.”
What’s your favourite design trend that will stand the test of time?
“I am OBSESSED with colour drenching. I hate a white wall and for me, there is never enough colour. I completely disagree with Pantone’s colour of the year – white is not a colour in my opinion! I’m on a mission to create fun, playful spaces with the use of bold confident colours. More is more!”
If you could design for any famous figure, who would you pick and why?
“Stevie Nicks – I would design a Californian 1970’s motel, complete with a sunken lounge, palm leaf fabrics, cane furniture, lots of mustard, big windows and lots of light. A kidney shaped pool with yellow striped sun loungers and a tiki bar! The seventies aesthetic is peak interiors in my eyes; I was born in the wrong era!”
Interior Design Masters airs Tuesdays at 8pm on BBC One and iPlayer.
