Overview
Interior Box is a boutique architectural and interior design consultancy established in 2020, serving clients across Lancashire and beyond. The business has built a strong reputation founded on creativity, integrity and professionalism, and has become a first choice for homeowners and developers seeking innovative, design-driven solutions. The studio is known for its meticulous attention to detail, its collaborative approach, and its commitment to delivering inspiring spaces that reflect each client's vision.
The business offers a full suite of architecture and interior design services, from initial concepts and planning applications through to project delivery and client handover. It blends creative vision with technical expertise, handling projects ranging from private home renovations to commercial fit-outs and new builds.
Operating on a lean, home-based model with no premises obligations, Interior Box is a profitable, nimble and scalable consultancy well positioned for growth under new ownership.
Business Highlights
- Boutique architectural and interior design consultancy established in 2020
- Headline turnover of approximately £75,000, with an adjusted net margin of 41%
- Full suite of architecture and interior design services across residential and commercial sectors
- Established client base of homeowners, property developers and commercial operators
- Strong wordofmouth reputation with repeat business and trusted partner status
- Homebased model with no premises or payroll obligations and a lean cost base
- Professional digital presence, strong portfolio and an existing project pipeline
- Offered as either an asset sale or a share sale, according to buyer preference
The Business
Interior Box provides a comprehensive range of architectural and interior design services. Architecture services include conceptual design and feasibility studies, planning applications and building regulations, 3D visualisations and technical drawings, and project management. Interior design services include interior architecture and space planning, furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) specification, lighting, finishes and colour consultancy, and turnkey solutions for residential and commercial interiors.
Project types handled include residential renovations and extensions, new build homes, retail, hospitality and commercial fit-outs, and mixed-use and multi-unit developments. The client base comprises a mix of residential homeowners, property developers and commercial operators, and the business benefits from repeat instructions from satisfied clients and property professionals.
Operations are supported by leading design software, cloud storage and project management tools for client communication and document control. The sale includes the full transfer of client files, the existing project pipeline, all supplier and consultant relationships, the professional digital presence and website, and the portfolio of completed projects with visual documentation and client feedback. Defensibility rests on its reputation, repeat business and trusted partner status.
Location
The business is home-based in Preston, Lancashire, in the North West of England. It serves clients nationally, with no fixed commercial premises required. The flexible, location-independent model allows the studio to take on work across the country while keeping overheads to a minimum.
Premises & Tenure
The business operates on a home-based model with no commercial premises and no premises obligations. Delivery is supported entirely by cloud-based systems and professional design software, giving the incoming owner full flexibility over how and where the business is run.
Financial Overview
For the year ended 30 August 2024, the business recorded the following results based on the latest unaudited accounts:
- Turnover: £75,253
- Gross Profit: £60,156
- Net Profit: £25,907
- Addback, Tax: £4,797
- Addback, Depreciation: £95
- Adjusted Net Profit: £30,799
- Adjusted Net Margin: 41%
Profit figures are adjusted to reflect true underlying profitability for a new owner, before tax and non-cash charges. The business carries no bad debt and holds a strong cash position.
Growth Potential
A number of clear growth opportunities exist for a new owner:
- Expand the team by recruiting architectural assistants or designers to increase project throughput and take on largerscale work.
- Develop commercial relationships with property developers, estate agents or commercial landlords to secure ongoing, repeat instructions.
- Leverage digital marketing by investing further in online presence, social media and search engine optimisation to attract new clients and boost inbound enquiries.
- Broaden the service offering to include turnkey design and build packages, sustainability consulting, or entry into new property sectors such as hospitality, healthcare or education.
Reason for Sale
A specific reason for sale is not stated. The owner is willing to provide a comprehensive handover, including introductions to active clients, training on systems and processes, and assistance with ongoing project delivery as agreed, demonstrating a commitment to a smooth transition.
Next Steps
Interior Box represents a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, well-regarded and highly scalable design consultancy with a lean cost base, an established client following and genuine scope for growth. Structured transition support is available, tailored to the buyer's requirements, and the business can be acquired as either an asset or share sale. Interested parties are encouraged to make contact to learn more. Full details are available in the Information Memorandum.
