Speaking broadly on his proverbial design canvas, Jacob reimagined the space available in this coastal suite by challenging orthodox thinking. By reimagining existing layout of rooms and furnishings, Jacob was able to incorporate ambient moods across a variety of rooms by contrasting space, colour, light, and flow.

“That’s something to think about when you create new interiors, is to double-up on spacing – the kitchen doesn’t necessarily have to be a kitchen, it can also be an entrance hall”, says Jacob. Speaking to the opportunities presented by linking spaces together, Jacob adds the example that “entrance spaces need to have a sense of intensity – and how we’ve done that in this instance is by using very dark colour.”

Colour is a key part of Jacob strategy – complimenting darker hues with open spaces that are light and airy, and complemented with plants.

“One of the things that people underestimate is colour – and this can make a massive difference to your life… [Also], the use of fittings and consistency can create a sense of openness. A sense of peace and harmony is very important to me”, says Jacob.

Speaking broadly on his work, Jacob outlines that “I consider myself someone who is completely obsessed with understanding what I do, and how to do it better – and in my little way, I’ve spent a long time developing my own path.”