TANIA RICHARDSON Toronto Ta n i a R i c h a r d s o n i s t h e f o u n d e r a n d C E O o f To m a s P e a r c e I n t e r i o r D e s i g n . A l o n g s i d e Melandro Quilatan, the President and lead c r e a t i v e o f t h e To r o n t o - b a s e d f i r m , h a v e been creating some of the most impressive i n t e r i o r s a r o u n d t h e w o r l d . Re c o g n i z e d for their attention to detail and polished e l e g a n c e , To m a s P e a r c e I n t e r i o r D e s i g n firm is specialized in both commercial and residential spaces. With bold and luxurious designs without compromising on livability, their design sensibility and constant evolution allow them to create spaces that are fresh, unique, and unexpected. CovetED had the exclusive opportunity to interview Tania Richardson and had a sneak peek into the creative mind of the interior designer. As an interior designer, beyond creating a grand design, furnishings, and décor details, Tania’s favorite part of her job is the joy and emotion she gets from creating spaces that people love and love to spend time in. She also added that “every day is different and brings on a new challenge to tackle.” Now thanks to COVID, designers are being challenged to get even more creative. At Tomas Pearce, they are creating designs that ensure that health and wellness are a large part of the end design and that new social distancing measures appear seamless — without compromising the quality of design or creating limitations within a space. For Tania, the initial launch of the business was one of the most challenging yet rewarding times in her career. She recalls the moment which propelled Melandro and her through the amazing journey they’re currently pursuing: “It was New Year’s Day when I received a call from him, and he announced that he was going
In my mind, there is always room to grow and learn. It has taken supportive families and friends, dedicated employees, consultants, clients, suppliers, and trades to get to where we are today. It truly takes a village to do what we do. Without the help and support of each one of these amazing people, we could not be as successful as we are. We remain humble and grateful as this support system has, and continues to, champion us, and we look forward to continuing to evolve and expand.
to join me full-time to establish our interior design practice. We had worked together for many years prior and had often dreamt of
Besides her love for her inner circle, her team, and all those
starting our firm. Now, here we are 16 years later, building a brand
involved in her luxurious projects, Tania feels that her success
with exceptional culture and values while redefining the skyline to
and happiness as well, could not be fully accomplished without
create living environments that will be shared by many generations
the way their clients react to their end results: “Reactions to me,
for years to come.”
speak volumes. It’s a humbling testimony to know that we’ve
When asked about her dreams and her aspirations, Tania affirms
made an impact on our client’s lives by witnessing their joyful
that she would love to expand her business and reach other sectors,
reactions.” She feels fulfilled when she knows that the firm has
and encompass luxury hospitality projects as well. For her is the
helped design spaces that improve their clients day to day life.
obvious next step and she feels that her experience and practice in
Tomas Pearce pride themselves on providing timeless interiors.
luxurious residential and commercial spaces are the perfect recipes
Their experience designing luxury residences spans the world
for their future success.
and includes bespoke private homes, executive vacation villas,
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