About

A SELF-CONFESSED colour and nature lover, Jana (the founder of The Emerald lounge in Saffron Walden, Essex) is on a mission to show people like you, how to achieve the interiors of their dreams through 1:1 interior design consultations and masterclasses.

My story

I used to work in an architect’s office in the Czech Republic in an area bursting with an abundance of mountains, hills, woodland and streams. The role I filled in as an architect’s junior assistant was fabulous. I loved the idea of creating spaces for people to enjoy and made me realize how powerful interiors could be. So I grabbed my trusty pens, paper and gumption and headed off to get my diploma in interior design in 2016. I haven’t looked back since.

Twenty+ years on and now a wife, mother and cross-fit fanatic, you’ll find me enthusing about colour and nature in interiors, using this powerful combination to help my clients as an interior designer in Herts, Cambridgeshire, Kent, Norfolk and Essex.

My values

My style is certainly not for the beige lovers among you, neutrals have their place of course, but I’m a champion of colour. It has the power to create emotion and connection, elevate your mood, and keep you grounded. So if you’re on board with colour but not sure how to use it in your home, I’d love to get to know you better. We can work together and help you feel colour confident whilst taking part in my talks, masterclasses, and interior design services.

I match my affinity for bold colour combinations with Biophilic design - the belief that we can enhance our well-being by connecting our homes and spaces to nature. Whether that’s bringing in fresh greenery to help set a tone or being inspired by a colour palette in nature, it’s how I create a harmonious, yet vibrant space for my clients.

I want you to feel uplifted, secure and happy in your home.