Turnkey Interior Design & Project Management in London for International Property Owners
Manage Your London Property — From Anywhere in the World
Owning or investing in a London property while residing overseas presents distinct challenges. Distance, regulatory requirements, contractor coordination, procurement logistics, and time-zone differences all require structured local oversight.
Oraanj Interior Design delivers turnkey interior design and project management in London for international property owners. Acting as your dedicated on-the-ground partner, we coordinate design development, contractor supervision, procurement, installation, and final handover — ensuring your property is managed with precision from concept through to completion, without the need for repeated international travel.
Operating from Mayfair, London, we are positioned at the centre of prime residential and investment districts across Greater London.
Purchasing Property in London While Living Abroad?
We regularly support:
- International investors acquiring London apartments
- Overseas landlords managing buy-to-let portfolios
- Global executives relocating to the United Kingdom
- Holiday homeowners requiring complete furnishing solutions
- UK expatriates returning after extended periods abroad
Our clients are based across:
United Arab Emirates · Saudi Arabia · Qatar · Singapore · Hong Kong · Nigeria · India · United States · Canada · Europe · Australia
Whether your property is located in Mayfair, Kensington, Chelsea, Knightsbridge, Canary Wharf, Hampstead, Barnet, or the Barbican Estate, our structured oversight maintains quality control, financial transparency, and programme clarity throughout the project lifecycle.
How We Manage London Projects for Overseas Clients
Our workflow is structured to provide clarity, accountability, and digital transparency at every stage.
Virtual Discovery & Strategic Briefing
Design Development & Digital Approvals
The “Digital Handshake” — Transparent Remote Oversight
We provide structured progress updates through scheduled video calls, detailed site photography, written reports, and recorded walkthrough videos. This ensures you remain fully informed at every milestone — regardless of your location or time zone.
On-Site Coordination & Contractor Oversight
Cost Control & Structured Reporting
Installation, Snagging & Handover
The Risks of Managing a London Renovation From Overseas
International property owners often face structural exposure when projects lack disciplined local representation. Our role is to mitigate that risk through systems and proactive oversight.
Time-Zone Communication Gaps
Leasehold Regulations & Licence to Alter (LtA)
Contractor Variations & Budget Exposure
Installation & Completion Risk
Local Oversight with Global Accountability
Throughout the project lifecycle, we act as your London-based representative.
- Key holding and secure site access coordination
- Liaison with contractors and specialist trades
- Progress monitoring against approved designs
- Early identification and resolution of issues
- Structured financial reporting
Our methodology prioritises control, transparency, and disciplined execution.
Tailored Delivery Based on Your Objectives
For International Investors & Landlords– Efficiency, compliance, sustainability, and long-term asset performance
- Layout optimisation to maximise rental yield
- Durable specifications suitable for tenancy
- Turnkey furnishing packages for rapid occupancy
- Coordination aligned with fire safety and letting standards
- EPC-conscious design strategies
- Structured budget control
For Overseas Homeowners– Quality, longevity, and lifestyle value
- Bespoke joinery and integrated lighting design
- Fully coordinated interior detailing
- Managed procurement and installation
- Snagging supervision and quality assurance
- Move-in-ready completion prior to arrival in London
- Personalised styling and furnishing curation
UK Compliance & Planning Coordination
While we do not provide legal advisory services, we coordinate the technical and administrative requirements commonly associated with London property renovations.
- Listed Buildings & Conservation Areas
- Licence to Alter (LtA)
- Planning & Building Regulation Coordination
- Building Safety Act Compliance
We ensure all refurbishment works adhere to the latest Building Safety Act requirements and relevant UK statutory instruments, protecting your investment from future legal, regulatory, or resale complications.
Experience Delivering for International Clients
We deliver turnkey interior design and renovation management for clients based across: Middle East · Europe · North America · Africa · Asia-Pacific . Our London portfolio includes high-value residential and investment properties in:
Begin With a Virtual Consultation
FAQs
We accept direct international bank transfers (SWIFT / IBAN) and provide clear, staged invoicing.
For larger London interior design projects, payments are strictly linked to agreed project milestones — such as design approval, procurement, and installation — so you retain control of funds throughout.
Yes. We regularly liaise with London estate agents, solicitors, and managing agents to collect keys, access the property, coordinate works, and prepare homes for occupation or letting.
No. This service is also ideal for UK-based clients who travel frequently or cannot attend regular site visits.
The same London-based interior design and project management oversight applies whether you are overseas or simply time-poor.
We work on a wide range of London properties, including apartments, townhouses, new-build homes, and period properties.
We frequently manage projects in prime residential areas such as Kensington, Chelsea, Mayfair, Canary Wharf, and Hampstead, as well as Greater London.
We provide structured communication, including scheduled updates, video site walkthroughs, and digital design presentations.
This ensures you can review progress and make decisions clearly, regardless of time zone.
Yes. Where required, we manage furniture sourcing, procurement, delivery coordination, installation, and final styling, ensuring the property is completed to a move-in-ready standard.
Ideally, you should engage us as soon as you have exchanged contracts, even before completion.
This allows us to assess the space, plan layouts, and order furniture before you get the keys — ensuring your home is ready for you much sooner.
