Jonni Knight for Interior Design Masters S6 / BBC
Age: 31
From: London via Beverley, Yorkshire
Occupation: Stage School Manager
Social media: Instagram
Why did you apply to take part in the show?
“Since giving up performing, interior design has always been a creative outlet for me, and Interior Design Masters felt like the ultimate way to challenge myself. I’ve always questioned what my life would be like stepping away from the spotlight and how I could channel my creativity, so I asked myself, why not interior design? I wanted to push myself creatively and see how my ideas would stand up in such a high-pressure environment and I loved every second of it!”
In three words, what is your design style?
“Bold, Classic, Chic.”
What’s your favourite design trend that will stand the test of time?
“Vintage furniture. Trends come and go and that also is true for vintage pieces, they start as being trend led and then develop a life of their own and tell a story. I love that some pieces can find new purposes and then have memories locked in them whilst also creating new memories. They instantly bring warmth and character into a space and help a room feel lived-in rather than overly polished.”
If you could design for any famous figure, who would you pick and why?
“I would love to design a space for Alan!! (Carr that is!). His personality and sense of humour are something I think speak to me as I think about creating a space for him. I’d create something playful, cheeky and completely chic, a room that would celebrate personality as much as the design itself.”
Interior Design Masters airs Tuesdays at 8pm on BBC One and iPlayer.
