Staffan Tollgard

Creative Director

As Creative Director, Staffan has crystallised his design ethos into two principles: the search for the Scandinavian notion of the distinctive ‘Red Thread’ or creative DNA in each project, and the commitment to the creation of ‘functional sculpture’.

Max Pilbeam

Sales Director

Max has an exceptional pedigree in contract sales, having worked for several years for Habitat and Conran over the course of his career.  The cornerstone of his ethos has always been to provide a personal, thoughtful service that allows designers to maximise their creative potential and best serve their clients.  He brings a wealth of commercial and international experience to Staffan Tollgård and is delighted to be spearheading their brands and contracts division.

Filipa Pereira

Head of Operations

Filipa brings her combined experience in Operations and her knowledge of residential and commercial sales environments to Tollgard. Adaptive, enthusiastic and efficient, her love of systems and standards is second only to her commitment to the people she works with.

Erik Odell-Romanoff

Showroom & Brand Ambassador

Having fallen in love with design and architecture in his childhood, Erik has always been passionate about interiors and their power to transform spaces. Erik studied Interior Design at Inchbald in 2003 alongside Tollgard founder, Staffan Tollgård. Over the last 10 years, he has amassed an encyclopaedic knowledge of the best brands in the industry. Erik heads up Tollgard Agency with a dedicated approach and his trademark exuberance, sharing the stories of makers and brands from the Tollgard portfolio with architects and designers across the globe.

Laura Shrimpton

Showroom Manager - Belgravia

Laura trained at the prestigious Chelsea College of Arts, where she gained a BA (Hons) in Textile Design. Laura’s design background includes several years working as a Fashion Print Designer, where she further developed her flair and sensitivity for colour, composition and natural attention to detail. Bringing these complementary skills and experiences with her to the Showroom Interior Design team, her work is underpinned by enthusiasm and energy for people, storytelling and space and essentially, a deep interest in the overlap of these.  

Dario Passare

Showroom Manager - Ceccotti

Dario studied Architecture in his native city of Palermo, Sicily. He worked as a successful interior architect across Europe for several years before moving to London, bringing with him a meticulous manner of working and a refined aesthetic sensibility. At the helm of Ceccotti Collezioni’s London flagship, he presents the brand’s timeless designs and sophisticated silhouettes to interior designers, architects and discerning clients, bringing high-end residential and commercial schemes to life. 

Keira Wright

Marketing and Communications Senior Coordinator

Keira joins Tollgard with a background in marketing and PR, previously working in the luxury interior industry. Over the past years she has carved a marketing career that follows her passion for art, design and interiors after obtaining her degree in Textile Design. She brings a creative eye and a fine attention to detail to every project she works on.

Dominique Lucas

Head of Contracts

Dominique has a background in design spanning over 10 years in fields from luxury jewellery to artisan furniture, and has worked across the globe in Italy, Mexico, and the UK. She brings this broad experience to the contracts team, along with a fine attention to detail and a love for all things about furniture. Her client centred approach combined with exceptional organisational skills are the key ingredients to her project management success.

Argyro Gkritzapi

Sales Consultant

Hannah Culshaw

Contracts Procurement Coordinator

Hannah’s early fascination with art and design moved her to study History of Art and Design at Kingston University. Hannah brings over 12 years of experience to the contracts team, with a broad background covering bathrooms, furniture, and lighting within both the residential and commercial arena. Hannah’s thorough approach and fine attention to detail ensures every project is managed by her excellence as a procurement professional. 

Carmelo Carpillo

Sales and Procurement Coordinator

With a degree in Architecture and a master’s degree in landscaping, Carmelo’s passion for interior solutions has grown with over ten years of experience in the retail industry. Carmelo is a results-driven enthusiast with a track record of excellence in both procurement and supply chain management. Believing that responsible procurement is key for trusted and long-lasting collaborative relationships, has meant his commitment to excellence and the passion for his job make Carmelo an asset in the field of procurement.

Lela Zasokhashvili

Sales Consultant

Lela brings over 10 years of experience and a core competency in luxury retail and design planning. With a master’s degree in International Relations and a background in finance, she brings a diverse skill set to interior design planning and coordination. Her passion has driven her to lead a variety of international projects across Dubai, Kuwait and New York. Lela strives to help clients transform their visions into stunning realities, creating harmonious and attractive spaces that inspire and exceed customer expectations.

Simona Ligorio

Sales Consultant

Simona is a creative and inquisitive individual who moved to London from Italy, after gaining her MA in Semiotics and User Experience Design. Driven by a passion for media, technology, and design, she applies her UXD knowledge to the world of Interior Design. She is interested in how people create meaningful connections with the intangible digital world and their tangible surroundings, such as their homes. She brings a kind, thoughtful, and creative approach to every project she works on.

Tatiana Vedmediuc

Showroom Design & Sales Consultant

Tatiana is a recent graduate from the KLC School of Design. She brings with her with a foundation education in product design at the Technical University of Moldova. Tatiana’s firm belief is that good design persists above all trends and should make a lasting impression.

Benedetta Ricciardelli

Librarian & Office Administrator

Benedetta is a passionate and skilled designer with a background in interior architecture and furniture design, enriched by her experience working in Germany and the Netherlands, where she absorbed the aesthetics of North European and Scandinavian design. She plays a key role in supporting the company’s operations by managing supplier resources, maintaining strong partner relationships, and organizing the sample library. Additionally, she supports office management, finance, procurement, and showroom activities, ensuring smooth workflow and overall efficiency.