INTERIORS & LIVING
KATHARINE POOLEY
Established in 2004, Katharine Pooley is one of the most respected, creative and original British luxury interior designers working worldwide today. Katharine’s London-based luxury interior design studio is recognised globally for her innovative designs and exquisite, award-winning spaces. Katharine champions the finest British craftsmen, working with only the best furniture, lighting and cabinet makers to create richly layered, high-quality, luxury interiors for clients’ projects throughout the world, including Europe, Asia, America and the Middle East. Overseeing her team of 49 interior designers and interior architects, Katharine’s personal approach ensures every detail of every project and product is exquisitely realised and impeccably finished. This is at the heart of the studio’s ethos: dedication to clients; meticulous attention to detail and creation of beautiful, unique spaces. Renowned luxury interior designer in London, Katharine’s design vision is limitless and unconstrained by genre. She has created breathtaking interiors that range in scale and style, from traditional country residences to contemporary urban homes, futuristic hotels, luxury spas, beach villas, palaces, castles, ski chalets and yachts.
SUSTAINABILITY PURPOSE
Reclaimed wood, bamboo, recycled metal, cork, and jute fibres are just some of the high-quality materials that can be seamlessly integrated into striking interior designs. Wherever possible, natural fibres are specified, with wool, mohair, cotton, linen, jute, cashmere, sisal, and bamboo preferred for their sustainability and health benefits over synthetic alternatives. The brand prioritises supplier relationships, partnering with companies that embed sustainability within their manufacturing processes. Open dialogue is encouraged to drive continuous environmental progress and responsible practices. Efforts to minimise waste include careful sampling, precise measuring, and mindful energy and material use. Where possible, existing properties are refurbished to preserve their original character while adapting them for contemporary use. Skilled craftspeople are employed to upcycle, French polish, reupholster, paint, or stain furniture, ensuring longevity and reducing waste. Antiques are incorporated where appropriate, further lowering environmental impact by minimising the carbon footprint.
Established
2004
Headquarters
London, UK
Employees
45-49
Product category
Interior Design
Website
WHAT THIS BRAND HAS PROVEN
Explore the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) areas assessed as part of Katharine Pooley's Butterfly Mark Certification. The brand provided evidence across key areas of sustainability, including climate, nature and water, workers and communities, and responsible business practices. Its evidence was assessed and verified by Positive Luxury through a two-stage verification process, against criteria informed by recognised global frameworks, standards and legislation.
REAL CHANGE IN ACTION
ANIMAL WELFARE
Katharine Pooley successfully integrated a comprehensive animal welfare policy, aligned with industry best practices, to strengthen responsible sourcing across the supply chain. The company has partnered with suppliers that uphold high standards of animal welfare, with supplier compliance verified through recognised animal welfare certifications, i.e., according to the ICEC model, ensuring transparency and accountability. As a result, the initiative improved ethical sourcing practices, reduced welfare-related risks, and reinforced Katharine Pooley’s core purpose to sustainability and responsible supply chain management.
WASTE MANAGEMENT
Katharine Pooley developed and implemented a waste management policy for its internal operations to drive a long-term transition toward responsible waste management. Clear milestones were established, including halving total waste generation by 2030 and achieving zero waste to landfill by 2040. By embedding accountability across all levels and continuously monitoring performance, the policy not only reduces environmental impact but also strengthens operational efficiency and reinforces the company’s commitment to responsible, future-focused growth.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Katharine Pooley established strategic partnerships with charities, NGOs, and local businesses to amplify its social and environmental impact while fostering shared value within the communities it operates. By working closely with trusted external partners, the organisation strengthened community relationships, supported local economies, and ensured that its initiatives delivered measurable, long-term benefits beyond its own operations.
SUSTAINABLE PROCUREMENT
A Supplier Code of Conduct was integrated to clearly communicate Katharine Pooley’s sustainability expectations initially to its key suppliers. This framework sets out the company’s standards related to environmental responsibility, ethical labour practices, health and safety, and compliance with applicable regulations, ensuring suppliers align with Katharine Pooley’s values and long-term sustainability goals. By formally embedding these guidelines into procurement processes and supplier relationships, the company promotes transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement, while reducing risk and encouraging responsible practices that extend sustainability impacts beyond its direct operations.
Katharine Pooley successfully integrated a comprehensive animal welfare policy, aligned with industry best practices, to strengthen responsible sourcing across the supply chain. The company has partnered with suppliers that uphold high standards of animal welfare, with supplier compliance verified through recognised animal welfare certifications, i.e., according to the ICEC model, ensuring transparency and accountability. As a result, the initiative improved ethical sourcing practices, reduced welfare-related risks, and reinforced Katharine Pooley’s core purpose to sustainability and responsible supply chain management.
Katharine Pooley developed and implemented a waste management policy for its internal operations to drive a long-term transition toward responsible waste management. Clear milestones were established, including halving total waste generation by 2030 and achieving zero waste to landfill by 2040. By embedding accountability across all levels and continuously monitoring performance, the policy not only reduces environmental impact but also strengthens operational efficiency and reinforces the company’s commitment to responsible, future-focused growth.
Katharine Pooley established strategic partnerships with charities, NGOs, and local businesses to amplify its social and environmental impact while fostering shared value within the communities it operates. By working closely with trusted external partners, the organisation strengthened community relationships, supported local economies, and ensured that its initiatives delivered measurable, long-term benefits beyond its own operations.
A Supplier Code of Conduct was integrated to clearly communicate Katharine Pooley’s sustainability expectations initially to its key suppliers. This framework sets out the company’s standards related to environmental responsibility, ethical labour practices, health and safety, and compliance with applicable regulations, ensuring suppliers align with Katharine Pooley’s values and long-term sustainability goals. By formally embedding these guidelines into procurement processes and supplier relationships, the company promotes transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement, while reducing risk and encouraging responsible practices that extend sustainability impacts beyond its direct operations.
A WORD FROM THE FOUNDER
I'm very proud of my team's efforts in being awarded the Butterfly Mark. I encourage all businesses to look inwards, reflect on what can be improved and focus on working with one another to make the world a better place.
KATHARINE POOLEY
FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE PRESIDENT OF KATHARINE POOLEY
