About.

Burn Design specialises in commercial Interior Design for retail, hospitality, and events. Founded by Hari Milburn in 2019 after returning to London from Melbourne. Now based in Bristol, Burn Design works on outdoor projects for Forestry England, Compton Verney, and Modern Synthesis.

With 10 years of experience, Hari has worked with global retail brands, award-winning restaurants, pop-ups, and events. Notable projects include Microsoft & Unilever for COP26, Lynx pop-up, Haz Turkish restaurant (Restaurant Design of the year), Adnams store design, Emirates Islamic Bank, and Sky TV pop-up. Passionate about the outdoors and sustainability, Burn Design incorporates sustainable design practices into all projects.

Process.

  • Great design comes from a strong narrative, a story which is weaved throughout every detail of the design.

    Stage 1 is about understanding our customer needs, our competition and market position.

    Concept drivers create clear design direction throughout the process supported with initial mood imagery and sketches.

  • Stage 2 is where the design comes to life. A key representation of the final outcome, material specifications and any final plans confirmed.

  • Stage 3 is the implementation of design. Liaison with suppliers and site visits.

Services.

Brand workshops and strategy // Persona and demographic analysis // Store audits and user reports // Customer journeys// Client presentations // Concept design and storytelling // Sketch ideas and development // Brand identity and logo design // Full 3D visualisation // Technical drawing packages // Material and furniture specifications // Tender process // Bill of quantities and budgeting // Contractor and supplier liaison // On site meetings and handover