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Designing Spaces with Purpose and Passion

We interview Andrea Savage from A Life By Design – Living & Branding on creating aesthetically beautiful and deeply functional spaces

Leading a transformative venture that challenges conventional design boundaries, Andrea Savage, the founder of A Life By Design (ALBD) – Living & Branding, reshapes spaces and lifestyles to enrich the overall human experience. Savage is known for her ability to blend innovation, emotion and technology into environments that inspire and endure, and her studio is internationally recognised for its award-winning work in delivering holistic, end-to-end solutions that span luxury residences, hospitality destinations and lifestyle brands around the world. ALBD – Living & Branding blends both interior design and branding to realise end-to-end solutions across the real estate, hospitality and lifestyle sectors, bringing renders to reality. Some of the firm’s significant recent projects include short-term stays with Manaa Properties in Australia, as well as  penthouses and villas developed in collaboration with Condor Developers in Dubai. Upcoming projects include a residential complex in Saudi Arabia, and a commercial, retail and residential complex in Bahrain. The firm’s expansion into Dubai is a strategic response to the city’s evolving market. “Dubai has experienced sustained and dynamic market growth over numerous years,” shares Savage. “While not without its complexities, its current state is characterised by an exciting and inspiring dynamism. This burgeoning environment, coupled with a nascent yet discernible maturity, has cultivated an elevated appreciation not merely for design in its general sense, but specifically for considered and high-quality design.”

A lobby in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) designed by A Life by Design – Living & Branding for Condor Developers

Born in Kenya to Indian, Portuguese and English heritage, and now based in Singapore for over two decades, Savage considers herself a true global citizen. Her expertise has been recognised by major television networks like HGTV and Star World, and she has often been featured as an anchor judge and host on shows, where her expertise is highly valued.

Savage’s design philosophy is rooted in the belief that spaces should be more than beautiful – they should be deeply personal, functional and intentionally crafted to support the lives of those who inhabit them; she navigates the intersection of functionality and aesthetics with ease, unlocking design’s potential to communicate and resonate across cultures. As Savage puts it, “We believe that a space should be designed for the life you want to live.” The studio’s holistic philosophy embraces layered, intentional and inspiring environments of ‘controlled maximalism’, creating richness and depth.

At ALBD – Living & Branding every project begins with a deep understanding of the client’s psychology. The team brings decades of expertise to the table, opening a world of leading-edge, inspired design. The studio sets out to craft emotive spaces through bespoke solutions that feature custom furniture, hand-selected materials, and layouts tailored to individual needs. A sensory and transformative experience is at the core of every design, with an emphasis on natural light, spatial flow and details that elevate daily life. 

With a diverse team spanning the UAE, Singapore, Australia, Bermuda, South Africa, New Zealand, Malaysia and beyond, ALBD’s culture encourages creative risk-taking and the seamless integration of personal and professional identities. Savage and her team pride themselves on meeting clients wherever they are, and then delivering outcomes that are impactful and inspiring. 

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