Background
Nicky Dobree grew up in Paris and Vietnam. A true traveler at heart, she finds her inspirations from all corners of the globe. After studying French and Italian at Bristol University and a stint in publishing, she retrained in interior architecture and design at the London Design School. She then joined renowned interior design studio Taylor Howes before setting up her London based design practice in 2000. Since then her reputation has steadily grown establishing her as an international designer with clients across Europe and North America.
Signature Style
Summed up in her words: “Classic contemporary, timeless, elegant and, above all, comfortable”. Nicky has completed many projects from major cities to rural retreats, for a very international crowd. However, over the years her reputation as an outstanding luxury chalet designer has made her the go to person for discerning clients looking for the best one-of-kind chalet residencies, setting the trend for Alpine Luxury. She has designed and built in all the leading ski resorts including Whistler, Verbier, St Moritz, Gstaad, Crans Montana, Val D’Isère…. Her award winning interiors bear a strong sense of place where everything is harmonious and comfortable. Fusing modern lines with traditional vernacular, she introduces contemporary details to timeless effect. Ultimately, her designs have the hallmarks of classic elegance and enduring comfort.
Showstoppers
“La Ferme de Moudon”, the first chalet she did, in 2003, which is still very close to her heart. Located in the magnificent setting of Les Gets, the six-bedroom chalet has been labeled “The finest winter house in the French Alps” by Tatler, and described as the “ultimate James Bond pad”, by Kevin McCloud. True to her philosophy of honoring the soul of a building, Nicky has ensured that the traditional and authentic features of this eighteenth century farmhouse have been preserved, while adding all the true luxury elements of the dream resort, from sumptuous furnishing to cozy textures… and a stunning sauna too!