Forma 79 Interior Design

Forma 79 Interior Design We are a South Wales interior design practice specialised in sustainable residential design ✨

Nothing says I’m in Brazil like cobogó, this perforated screen at the domestic boarding area of GRU’s Terminal 2 ✨The na...
28/04/2026

Nothing says I’m in Brazil like cobogó, this perforated screen at the domestic boarding area of GRU’s Terminal 2 ✨

The name comes from Pernambuco, in the 1920s, when three friends, Coimbra, Boeckmann and Góes, combined the first syllables of their surnames to name their invention. Born as a fired ceramic block, designed to let air and light in without fully opening a building to the heat. Inspired by the mashrabiya, an element of Islamic architecture, adapted to the tropical climate. It became a cornerstone of Brazilian modernism, appearing in works by Niemeyer, Lúcio Costa and Lina Bo Bardi. And contemporary architects like Marcio Kogan and Arthur Casas never let it go either.

But the ones here at GRU are something else. Over 5,000 pieces, each made by hand, one by one, by - with a shape reminiscent of wings and Niemeyer’s curves. What a beauty 🤍

It filters light. It breathes. And it carries a hundred years of Brazilian history in every line ✨

31/03/2026

Just a little bit of fun 😅
What is in *your* camera roll? 📸

I couldn’t find the desk I wanted. So I built it.Even in the earliest sketches for the studio, she was there: a big tabl...
04/03/2026

I couldn’t find the desk I wanted. So I built it.

Even in the earliest sketches for the studio, she was there: a big table, centre of attention. “Collaboration station”, I joked. A place where I could work, craft, sew. Where L could do her homework. Where friends could join for a co-working day, and clients could sit around with a cuppa while looking at samples.

But did this table exist? Oh no, it did not.

It’s a simple thing really: just a piece of ply on legs. But it works exactly how I wanted it to (apart from the hopes that my child would actually do any revision). And it embodies everything I think about design: it’s all about problem solving. Beauty is just a consequence of a problem well solved.

A massive thanks to who cut the ply to size and delivered (also my worktops on the side units) and who supplied the legs and were extra helpful when the screws they sent were not suitable for the project.

I don’t normally do trends but this was too cute not to. She built things for fun. No overthinking. No imposter syndrome...
27/02/2026

I don’t normally do trends but this was too cute not to.

She built things for fun. No overthinking. No imposter syndrome. Trying to channel her energy in every project now ♥️

Ever felt like a room just doesn't 'work', no matter what you change? 🧐"Most design problems are really planning problem...
04/02/2026

Ever felt like a room just doesn't 'work', no matter what you change? 🧐

"Most design problems are really planning problems."

This is the foundation of our studio's approach. Before we select a single finish, we focus on the plan: the clear layout, the flow of movement, the integrity of materials, and the harmony of proportions.

This careful planning is what transforms a collection of rooms into a calm, functional, and enduring home. It's also how we embed sustainability: not as an add-on, but as the natural result of durable, thoughtful design decisions meant to last for years to come. Good design starts long before the decor arrives.

Tell us below: which room in your home do you feel has a 'planning' problem? 👇 We see you, awkwardly shaped living room!

How is it the end of January already? It certainly didn't feel like a gigantic month here in the studio.✨ We spend a lot...
30/01/2026

How is it the end of January already? It certainly didn't feel like a gigantic month here in the studio.
✨ We spend a lot of time getting processes in places - both here and at my Brownies unit - to make sure the year runs as smoothly as possible.
✨ We've finished off some projects from 2025 and we now have room for new things to happen ♥
✨ I've acquired some new hobbies - I might show them on the stories occasionally...
✨ We've set the goals for the year and decided to change the way we use social media a bit - I would like to share more knowledge and make this a space for conversations about design, so the first question is: what does everyone want to talk about? Do you have any questions? Or topics that we could cover? Drop them in the comments and let's talk 😊

Not every project requires a full redesign.Sometimes careful adjustments to layout and flow can greatly improve how a ho...
29/01/2026

Not every project requires a full redesign.
Sometimes careful adjustments to layout and flow can greatly improve how a home works day to day.
In-home consultations offer a practical way to explore these opportunities.

Interior design is often less about adding and more about clarifying.Understanding how a home is used can lead to quiete...
15/01/2026

Interior design is often less about adding and more about clarifying.
Understanding how a home is used can lead to quieter, more effective design decisions that stand the test of time.

Early design conversations are often about gaining clarity before work begins.In-home consultations allow time to review...
13/01/2026

Early design conversations are often about gaining clarity before work begins.
In-home consultations allow time to review layouts, priorities, and possibilities in context, helping homeowners move forward with confidence.
Our 2026 diary is now open - head to our website to find out more about our design consultation service or contact us to find out more.

Half term week is wrapping up, here's what we've been up to ☺️Dublin, we ♥️ you! The National Gallery of Ireland () is d...
31/10/2025

Half term week is wrapping up, here's what we've been up to ☺️

Dublin, we ♥️ you! The National Gallery of Ireland () is definitely a favorite - such an inspiring building!

Any suggestions for next time? We are planning an around-Ireland-road-trip for when it’s warmer 😂, so hit me with your best recommendations!

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