Seven Dubai interior design companies worth knowing in 2026, what each is known for, and how to choose the right studio for your home or business.
Dubai has hundreds of interior design companies, from global practices with studios on several continents to small teams that take on a handful of homes a year. The right choice depends less on who is biggest and more on whether a studio's focus matches your project.
This guide introduces seven companies with different strengths, so you can see the range of options before you start asking for proposals.
A note on this list: it was written by Intrio, and Intrio is included. To keep it fair, the studios are listed alphabetically rather than ranked, and each description is based on what the company publishes about itself. Every project is different, so speak to several studios before deciding.
How we chose these studios
We looked for companies that are established in Dubai, publish a clear portfolio of completed work and describe their services openly. We also chose studios with different specialisms, from hotels and restaurants to workplaces and private villas, because the best company for a restaurant is rarely the best one for a family home.
Interior design companies in Dubai at a glance
| Studio | Known for | Services |
|---|---|---|
| Algedra | Residential, commercial and hospitality projects | Interior design, architecture, landscape, fit-out |
| Antonovich Group | Luxury villas, apartments and penthouses | Architecture, interior design, fit-out, landscape |
| Bishop Design | Restaurants, hotels and hospitality | Interior design |
| Intrio | Homes, clinics, salons and workplaces | Interior design, 3D visualisation, fit-out, custom furniture |
| LW Design Group | Hotels, restaurants and high-end residential | Architecture, interior design |
| Swiss Bureau Interior Design | Corporate offices and workplaces | Workplace design and build |
| XBD Collective | Villas, apartments, retail and F&B | Architecture, interior design, landscape |
1. Algedra
Best for: larger residential, commercial and hospitality projects that need several disciplines under one roof.
Algedra describes itself as a full-service company offering interior design, architecture, landscape and fit-out. Its portfolio spans villas, palaces and apartments, offices and retail, and hotels and restaurants. The company is headquartered in Dubai and also has a branch in Istanbul.
2. Antonovich Group
Best for: luxury villas and penthouses where architecture, interiors and fit-out are handled together.
Founded by Katrina Antonovich and operating for more than 20 years, Antonovich Group works across architecture, interior design, landscape and full-scope fit-out. Its focus is luxury residential property, alongside offices, retail, hotels and restaurants, with projects in the GCC and internationally.
3. Bishop Design
Best for: restaurants, bars and hospitality spaces with a strong personality.
Founded by Paul Bishop in 2004, Bishop Design is one of Dubai's best-known hospitality and food and beverage studios, with offices in Dubai and Miami. It also works on residential and retail projects, and its restaurant interiors have earned the studio many industry awards.
4. Intrio
Best for: homes, clinics and salons where one team designs the space and delivers it.
Intrio is a Dubai studio founded by interior designer Diana Tannish, based at B2B Tower in Business Bay. The studio has completed more than 75 projects across homes, clinics, salons, workplaces and short-stay properties.
Its approach covers the whole journey: plans and full 3D renders before anything is built, materials chosen in the hand, joinery and finishes installed under the studio's own supervision, and furniture made to order. As a smaller studio, Intrio works closely with each client from the first plan to handover. You can see recent projects on the work page.
5. LW Design Group
Best for: hotels, restaurants and high-end residential developments.
Established in 1999, LW Design Group is an architecture and interior design practice with studios in Dubai, Hong Kong, São Paulo and Aarhus. It has delivered several hundred hospitality projects and works with international hotel brands, as well as on residential and mixed-use developments.
6. Swiss Bureau Interior Design
Best for: company offices and workplaces.
Swiss Bureau specialises in workplace design and build in Dubai. Its published projects include offices for financial, consulting and technology companies, with an emphasis on collaboration, employee well-being and reflecting each company's brand.
7. XBD Collective
Best for: design-led villas and apartments, and boutique retail and F&B spaces.
Led by founder Ellen Søhoel, XBD Collective is an architecture and interior design studio based in Dubai Design District, with a presence in London. It works across residential, commercial, retail and F&B projects, and offers architecture, interiors and landscape design.
How to choose an interior design company in Dubai
Match the studio to your project type
A studio that excels at hotel lobbies may not be the right fit for a family villa, and a workplace specialist will think differently from a residential designer. Look for completed projects similar to yours in size, type and budget.
Decide whether you need design, fit-out or both
Some companies design only and leave construction to a separate contractor. Others design and build. A single team can make responsibility clearer, while separate firms can give you more choice. Our guide to fit-out vs renovation explains the difference in scope.
Look at how they present a design
Ask how you will see the design before work starts. Detailed drawings, material samples and 3D visualisations make it far easier to agree on decisions early, when changes cost the least.
Ask who you will work with day to day
In larger firms you may work mainly with a project team. In smaller studios you are more likely to deal directly with the lead designer. Both can work well, so ask who will be responsible for your project from start to finish.
Compare proposals like for like
When you request proposals, give every studio the same brief. Check that each one covers the same scope, finishes, approvals and timeline, rather than comparing the totals alone.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose an interior designer in Dubai?
Start with studios that have completed projects similar to yours. Review their portfolios, ask how they present designs and manage the build, give each the same brief, and compare proposals on scope as well as price.
What is the difference between an interior designer and a fit-out company?
An interior designer decides how a space looks and works, including the layout, materials, lighting and furniture. A fit-out company carries out the construction. Some companies, including Intrio, offer both, so the design you approve is the one that gets built.
Should I choose a large firm or a boutique studio?
Large firms often suit big hospitality or commercial projects with many consultants. Boutique studios often suit homes and smaller commercial spaces, where close contact with the lead designer matters. The right choice depends on your project's size and how involved you want to be.
Do interior design companies in Dubai handle approvals?
Many design and fit-out companies help prepare drawings and manage approvals from building management and the relevant authority. Confirm what is included in each proposal, as responsibilities vary between companies.
Find the right fit
Each studio on this list has its own strengths. Shortlist two or three whose work matches your project, meet them, and choose the team you trust to understand how you want to live or work.
Planning a home, clinic, salon or workplace in Dubai? See our services, or talk to Intrio about your project.
