nordic simplicity
Scandinavian Interior Design Studio based in Dublin, Ireland
Lou Joia Studio shapes interiors of quiet refinement, rooted in a Japandi and Nordic sensibility. Alongside our design practice, we craft art and sculptural objects of considered presence.
the design studio
From the first sketch to the final styling, we deliver a seamless and inspiring design journey, transforming your vision into a distinctive, beautifully considered home. Specialised in Scandinavian, Japandi and Nordic design.
Featured in IMAGE Magazine for our Japandi-inspired Blackrock renovation.
Residential Design
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Ideal for anyone wanting to transform one space: your bedroom, living area, kitchen, or home office into something beautifully cohesive.
Includes: A complete interior design presentation featuring 2D and 3D renderings, design inspirations, moodboards, and our creative vision for the space. You’ll also receive curated recommendations for materials, colours, and textures inspired by Nordic simplicity, along with a detailed shopping list and trusted supplier guide.
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If you’re updating several rooms or reconfiguring the flow of your home, this comprehensive service guides you from concept to completion. We take a holistic approach ensuring every space connects beautifully while maintaining a consistent design language that reflects your personality and lifestyle.
Includes: A bespoke interior design presentation featuring 2D and 3D renderings, moodboards, and a detailed creative direction. Every element: from materials and colour palettes to textures and finishes is thoughtfully curated through the lens of Nordic simplicity. This service also includes spatial planning, lighting design, and furniture curation to create balance and harmony throughout your home. Complete with shopping lists, trusted supplier recommendations and coordination support with architects and contractors, this offering transforms your space into a cohesive, functional, and effortlessly beautiful home.
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A comprehensive design partnership from the ground up: perfect for clients building a new home or undertaking a full renovation. We collaborate closely with you (& your architect or builder) to ensure every design decision is cohesive, functional and beautifully aligned with your lifestyle.
Includes: Full interior specification, design concept development, site visits, detailed joinery, kitchen and bathroom 3D layouts, selection of finishes and furnishings and final styling to bring every space together seamlessly.
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We offer accompanied visits to selected showrooms in Dublin, where we will personally guide you through layout options, finishes, and functionality. Together, we’ll explore design solutions that align with your vision and lifestyle, ensuring every choice feels intentional, cohesive, and true to your home’s aesthetic.
These visits are designed to make the selection process effortless and inspiring, helping you make confident, informed decisions with expert support at every step.
Commercial Design
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Create a cohesive guest/customer experience for cafés, restaurants, hotels, boutiques & showrooms.
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Turnkey design packages for show units, premium staging and move-in ready finishes.
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Curated art selections and bespoke commissions for offices, hospitality and retail.
Bespoke Objects & Art
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Art is the heartbeat of a home. At Lou Joia Studio, we curate artwork, sculpture, furniture, lighting, marble candles and bespoke pieces chosen to reflect the people who live with them: quietly bringing depth, emotion and individuality to every space.
Chloe, contemporary painter and founder of the studio, also creates original works for your home: paintings, sculptural objects, marble candles and select furniture pieces, each made with the same considered hand.
Visit our Kilternan home studio to see the collection in person, or follow the work on Instagram.
Best sellers
Dramatic and deeply architectural, Nero Marquina marble is defined by its intense black surface, traced with fine white and beige veining. Each piece is entirely unique, revealing the natural movement and depth of the stone.
Carved into a sculptural vessel, the material speaks for itself, bold yet restrained, bringing contrast and quiet intensity to refined interiors.
Inspired by the founder’s signature scent, the fragrance unfolds in soft, sensual layers where dark fruits meet radiant florals and warm, enveloping woods:
Top notes: Blackberry, Mandarin
Heart notes: Jasmine, Orange, Rose
Base notes: Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood
Hand-poured in Dublin using non-toxic, natural soy wax, Lou Joia candles are crafted for a clean, considered burn. Designed to be reused, each marble vessel is accompanied by a hand-sewn black velvet pouch. A discreet Lou Joia brass signature is set at the base of each piece.
Details:
Marble candle dimensions: 8.5 × 8.5 × 10 cm
Total weight (with wax): 1.25 kg
Net weight: 380 g
Burn time: approximately 80 hours
Distinctive and expressive, Calacatta Viola marble is defined by its soft ivory base, animated by bold veining in deep burgundy and violet tones. Each piece is entirely unique, revealing the natural rhythm and movement of the stone.
Carved into a sculptural vessel, the material balances delicacy and intensity—where fluid lines meet a refined, luminous surface.
Elegant yet unexpected, Calacatta Viola brings a sense of character and quiet sophistication to considered interiors.
Inspired by fine luxury perfumery, the fragrance unfolds in soft, sensual layers:
Top notes: Berry, blackcurrant, green leaves
Heart notes: Clove, geranium, rose, jasmine
Base notes: Musky, moss, sweet, woody
Hand-poured in Dublin using non-toxic, natural soy wax, Lou Joia candles are crafted for a clean, considered burn. Designed to be reused, each marble vessel is accompanied by a hand-sewn black velvet pouch. A discreet Lou Joia brass signature is set at the base of each piece.
Details:
Marble candle dimensions: 8.5 × 8.5 × 10 cm
Total weight (with wax): 1.25 kg
Net weight: 380 g
Burn time: approximately 80 hours
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