Every space tells a story.

Ours begin with texture, light, and intention - and end in quiet sophistication.

AD Design crafts interiors that are sophisticated, purposeful, and deeply human.

Project:

Bohemian Bungalow Remodel

A bedroom with peach-colored walls, dark floor tiles, and a white bed with striped bedding and colorful pillows. There is a small white bedside table with various items, a window with white metal bars, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a wall-mounted mirror with bottles and toiletries on a shelf.
Bedroom with a wooden platform bed, white bedding, dark blanket, and a pillow. There are two small wall-mounted lamps, a framed portrait of a woman on the wall, and a window with white curtains. The room has a ceiling light and an air conditioner. The bed is raised on a wooden base with built-in storage, and there are steps leading up to it.

Location: Kaura

When the Client reached out to us, she already had a beautiful collection of treasures: artworks and handmade crafts gathered from her travels across Africa. Our goal was to create a home that embraced those existing pieces while solving the challenges of her small, dimly lit bungalow.

The space was compact, with limited natural light and very little storage. One of our first priorities was to brighten and simplify the interiors, introducing light-reflective tones, natural textures, and thoughtful spatial solutions to enhance both functionality and wellbeing.

Because of the tight layout, we designed a custom platform bed with built-in storage; a practical yet serene feature that maximised space while creating a cosy, cocoon-like retreat where she could recharge. Since the platform design eliminated a traditional headboard, we wanted to introduce a visual anchor that grounded the space and added warmth. The solution became one of our favourite details: a leather-sewn tapestry, treated like a curtain, cascading softly behind the bed. It added texture, depth, and a sense of crafted authenticity that tied perfectly into the Client’s love for handmade art and African design.

Throughout the home, we layered earthy, neutral, and tactile materials (woven fibers, ceramics, wood, and soft textiles) to capture the organic aesthetic our Client desired. Each corner now tells a story: of travel, craft, and balance.

The result is a bright, soulful home that feels honest, intimate, and deeply personal - a small space transformed through intention, texture, and warmth. A true reflection of our Client’s journey and the restorative power of design for wellbeing.

  • A cozy bedroom with a bed, pillows, and a white comforter. There is a small window with white curtains, a potted plant in a wicker basket, and framed artwork on the walls.

  • A cozy bedroom with a wooden bed platform, white bed linen, and black and beige pillows. There is a painting of a woman hanging above the bed, white curtains covering a window, and a potted snake plant beside the window. Small bedside shelves with decorative lamps and items are attached to the wall. The room has wooden flooring and minimal decor.

  • Bedroom with bed, pillows, brown fabric headboard, two wall-mounted nightstands with yellow globe lamps, framed artwork, wall light fixture.

  • Interior view of a room with a window, white curtains, a potted plant, a wooden ladder with a colorful towel hanging on it, a white dresser with lamps and decorations, a chandelier on the ceiling, and a wooden closet door.

  • A wooden dresser with six drawers, placed in a small corner with a bamboo wall backdrop. On top of the dresser, there is a blue vase with white flowers, a small decorative sculpture, books, and a table lamp with a white shade.

  • A cozy living room with a wooden armchair with beige cushions and a yellow throw, a round wicker side table, a white standing lamp, and a window with white curtains allowing sunlight to illuminate the space. There are decorative items and plants, creating a warm atmosphere.

  • Living room with a light gray sectional sofa, decorative pillows, a fireplace, wall art including a world map, black curtain rods, sheer white curtains, an air conditioner, and wooden wall decor.

  • Decorative pillows on a gray sofa, one with a black fringe design and the other with a landscape print of trees in sepia tones.

  • Living room with a window covered by sheer white curtains, a grey couch, a potted plant, a floor lamp, wall art including a world map, a small basket with a plant, and a doorway leading to another room. A black TV is in the foreground.

  • A living room with a light gray sectional sofa adorned with various pillows, a rustic wooden side table, a TV on a wooden stand, wall decor featuring woven baskets, and potted plants on shelves.

  • Living room corner with a wooden TV stand, a flat-screen television, a table lamp with a colorful patterned shade, and a wooden shelving unit with potted plants and decorative items. Several potted plants are on the shelving unit and on the ceiling.

  • Wooden bookshelf with decorative items and books. Top shelf has a piece of driftwood and a purple book. Middle shelf has a small vase, a carved figurine, a woven basket filled with books, and a card with an illustration of two women with a child in Rwanda theme. Bottom shelf has a large round woven plate and a circular wooden tray with a tribal pattern.

  • A bedroom with a bed, pillows, and a blanket, a window with white curtains, wall-mounted lamps emitting yellow light, a framed portrait of a woman, an air conditioning unit, and wooden surfaces.

Project:

Wuse 2 Apartment Remodel

Living room with three black leather sofas, a glass coffee table, a built-in wooden cabinet, and two windows with metal bars. The room has white tiled floors and a drop ceiling.
A cozy living room with a blue velvet sofa, a mustard yellow sofa, and two brown leather ottomans surrounding a round glass coffee table. The room has multiple bookshelves, large windows with grid patterns, and a mix of decorative pillows, plants, and books. A modern chandelier hangs from the ceiling, and a floor lamp with glass globes is on the right side.

Location: Wuse 2

Tucked away in the bustling heart of Abuja, this freestanding bungalow, built in the early 1990s by a German construction company, was structurally sound but stylistically frozen in time. Though solid in craftsmanship, the interiors carried all the hallmarks of another era: office-style ceiling tiles, black leather sofas, and built-in cabinetry reminiscent of a government office.

Because the apartment was a rental, removing the ceiling tiles wasn’t an option. Instead of fighting them, we redirected the eye and introduced sculptural light fixtures and pendants that turned the focus downward and infused the rooms with warmth and personality.

We began by stripping everything back to create a clean canvas, then built the story layer by layer. Warm iroko woods set the tone, while the existing wall niches were reimagined with new in-builts that added individuality and depth. The furniture mix combined rustic and mid-century forms with touches of glamour; all curated pieces that felt collected rather than staged.

A highlight is the feature wall lamp: twelve different shades assembled into one playful installation that forms a luminous backdrop to a teal-green velvet sofa, adding whimsy and artful contrast to the otherwise grounded palette.

The color story centers on beige and brown in harmony with natural wood tones, accented by black and brass details and lifted with subtle teal-green highlights.

In the kitchen, we retained the existing structure but introduced new cabinet fronts, hardware, and countertops, complemented by woven pendant lights handcrafted by an Abuja-based artist - bringing warmth, tactility, and local artistry into the heart of the home.

The dining area leans rustic-industrial yet maintains mid-century clarity: brown wood paired with brown leather seats, woven brown crypton-fabric backs, and black metal frames. Texture rather than color tells the story here. A patterned area rug, blending green, blue, and beige, anchors the space and ties the palette back to the living room.

The result is a refined yet soulful transformation. This is a home that balances modern comfort with nostalgia, craftsmanship, and art. This rental now feels warm, collected, and timeless. And is proof that with thoughtful design, even a dated rental can be reborn into a space of beauty and belonging.

  • A cozy living room with a yellow leather sofa, a brown ottoman, and a glass coffee table with books on it. There is a cowhide rug on tiled floor, and various plants and artworks decorating the space. An entry door with glass panels is in the background, along with an abstract black and white painting on the wall.

  • Living room with beige tiled floor, teal sofa with pillows, wooden and glass coffee table, plants, wall decor, and a doorway leading to another room.

  • A display of various lamps, including a large cylindrical green lampshade, a woven wicker pendant lamp, a chandelier with hanging crystals, and a modern woven lampshade, all arranged on a black grid shelf against a white wall.

  • Living room with a teal sofa, beige and black pillows, a wooden side table with a potted plant, a modern glass coffee table with books and candles, a cowhide rug, a wall with an artistic grid display of lamps, and a TV on a wooden stand. There are green plants and photo frames in the background.

  • A round glass coffee table with gold legs on a cowhide rug, holding a black vase with pink flowers, three black candles, a small colorful decorative item, and two books titled 'Kelly Wearstler' and 'Natural Elegance'. A patterned pumpkin-shaped pillow is near the table on tiled floor.

  • Bookshelves filled with books, framed photos, decorative objects, and artworks on a teal-colored wall.

  • Living room with mustard leather sofa and decorative pillows, dark green wall with mounted wooden shelves holding books and decorative items, beige curtains, framed black and white portrait of a woman, wooden sideboard with an elephant sculpture and framed art, potted plant on glass-top coffee table, air conditioning unit on wall.

  • Living room with beige tile floor, yellow and blue sofas, green plants, and wooden furniture, decorated with books and art, illuminated by a ceiling light fixture.

  • Kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a window with metal grill, and modern appliances including a microwave and oven. Decor includes a vase with dried branches, a coffee maker, and hanging utensils.

  • A bedroom with a bed covered in a dark purple quilt, a window with a security grille and light-colored curtains, several potted plants including one on a colorful side table, a wooden wall panel with a TV and decorative vase, and a woven rug on the tiled floor.

  • A bedroom with a dark wood bed frame, purple bedspread, and multiple pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps. Wall art includes a portrait of a woman and two smaller black-and-white photographs, with a round decorative mirror above the bed. White curtains are drawn to the sides of windows on both sides of the room.

  • A bedroom with a neatly made bed with multiple decorative pillows, a window with cream curtains, a round gold decorative mirror on the wall, a pink velvet bench with a pillow and storage underneath, two potted plants, and a modern hanging ceiling light fixture.

  • A bedroom with a large, tufted gray headboard, decorative pillows, and a white bed with a gray blanket at the foot. There are two nightstands with picture frames, a candle, books, and a digital clock, and mirrored wall decorations above the nightstands.

  • A bedroom with a large teddy bear sitting on a white chair beside a small table with a potted plant and a white device. There are cream-colored curtains, a purple bedspread, and framed pictures on the wall.

  • A dining room with a wooden table, six chairs, and a sideboard against a brick wall. The table has a glass pitcher, glasses of water, and decorative plants. There are two table lamps on the sideboard and hanging light bulbs above. A window with curtains and a decorative mirror on the wall are also visible.

  • A wooden sideboard with two glass table lamps on each side, framed artwork and a book on top, against a brick wall background.

  • Interior of a dining room with a wooden table, potted plants, framed photograph collage on the wall, and hanging light bulbs from a rope fixture.

  • Living room with a mustard-colored sofa, a potted plant, a patterned rug, and decorative wall art.

  • A wooden console table with multiple small drawers, decor includes a lamp with elephant-shaped base, framed botanical print, framed photograph of a young child, and stacked books.

Project:

Rock House

Modern living room with two large beige sofas, a gray armchair, a coffee table with a decorative vase, candles, and drinking glasses, a gray sideboard with a black lamp, family photo, and candles, white walls, and an open-concept layout.

Location: Katampe

Nestled in one of Abuja’s most exclusive residential enclaves, the Rock House is a bold architectural statement - a home quite literally built with the earth that holds it. Instead of cutting through or altering the terrain, the design celebrates the monumental rock on which it stands, allowing the natural formation to extend directly into the living room as a dramatic, sculptural backdrop.

This remarkable integration of architecture and geology reflects a philosophy of sustainability and respect for nature; not fighting it, but giving it the platform to be the star. The rock became both muse and anchor, its natural hues defining the home’s palette and materials.

We drew from the stone’s complex range of colours (i.e. warm taupes, deep greys, and rustic copper tones) to craft a contemporary, earthy colour story that feels grounded yet sophisticated. These copper accents, introduced through lighting details, furniture bases, and subtle metallic finishes, lend a quiet luminosity that contrasts beautifully against the rugged texture of the rock.

The client had already acquired several new furniture pieces, which we thoughtfully integrated and balanced with additional layers of texture and warmth. Through curated styling and finishing touches, we introduced soft textiles, raw woods, and artisanal details that complement the home’s architectural drama without competing with it.

The result is a contemporary, earthy, industrial, yet regal home; minimal in décor for a busy family but rich in atmosphere and authenticity. Every choice was made to frame the true hero of the home: the rock itself - a timeless symbol of strength, grounding, and beauty in coexistence with nature.

  • View through a doorway into a sitting area with two beige armchairs and a small round table with a blue vase in a room with wooden wall paneling. The foreground shows a gray wainscoting wall with built-in shelves and a gray chair with a patterned cushion on the right side.

  • Two beige armchairs with tufted backs and armrests facing a small round black side table with a blue vase on it, against a wood-paneled wall decorated with framed abstract art and a patterned area rug on a tiled floor.

  • Decorative bookshelf with silver teapot set on top shelf, red and black books on middle shelf, and potted plant, wooden plate, and vases on bottom shelf.

  • Modern living room with beige sectional sofa, blue wall paneling, mounted large flat-screen TV, and decorative items on shelves. Dark curtains cover the window at the back.

  • Modern living room with grey and beige sofas, a glass and metal side table, a light-colored area rug, a grey credenza with a lamp, and framed family photos on the wall.

  • Open-concept living and dining area with gray built-in shelving, sofas, a dining table with chairs, and decorative wall art, all in a modern style with large windows and white walls.

  • A modern interior hallway featuring a wooden sideboard with a white top, decorated with various plants in pots, a round mirror, and decorative objects. Two tall cacti in black and silver planters are positioned next to the sideboard. The wall behind is white with two black wall-mounted speakers.

  • Interior view of a modern home with a staircase, sitting area with gray couches, a large carpet, and a dining area with yellow chairs, with glass doors leading to another room.

  • Living room with yellow armchairs, a window seat with dark cushions, a potted plant, marble tile flooring, and a staircase with a stone wall in the background.

  • Living room with open glass doors leading to outdoor patio, featuring yellow armchairs on a patterned rug, a wooden sideboard, black and white framed photos on the wall, potted plants, and curtain-draped windows.

  • Living room with four yellow velvet armchairs arranged around a small black round table, a wooden sideboard with black lamps and a gallery wall of framed photos, large windows with curtains, and a potted plant in the corner.

  • Modern living room with sectional sofa, coffee tables, large TV on wall, plants, and decorative lighting.

  • Living room with beige vertical striped wall, mounted flat-screen TV, black metal shelf with decorative items, ceramic vases, photographs, and books, a window with beige curtains, and tiled floor.

  • Close-up photo of a stone wall made of irregularly shaped, variously colored rocks, including shades of brown, tan, and gray.

  • Modern living room with two sofas, one orange and one dark gray, decorated with pillows and faux fur throws. A white coffee table with black legs is in the center. A large colorful abstract cityscape painting hangs on a plain beige wall. There is a tall indoor plant in the corner and a marble side table near the gray door on a shiny marble floor.

  • Modern bedroom with a large bed, nightstand, and a glass closet filled with clothes. There is a sitting area with a sofa and a small table, a floor lamp, and a rug. The room has wood-paneled walls and ceiling with recessed lighting.

  • Interior of a modern home with a black and white framed calligraphy artwork on the wall, a gray console table with decorative items, a green potted monstera plant, and a staircase with metallic railing and brick accents.

  • Interior view of a modern staircase with backlit steps, black metal railing, white marble walls, framed landscape artwork on the wall, and a potted green plant.

Project:

Organic Modern Remodel

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, and television. Luggage is stacked on top of a wardrobe. Wall decor includes three posters of characters from the Marvel universe. A dreamcatcher hangs from the ceiling, and part of a colorful wall is visible.
A cozy bedroom with a bed covered in white bedding, decorated with multiple pillows, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a green velvet sofa at the foot of the bed, a dresser with potted plants, and framed artwork on the wall, natural light coming through sheer curtains.

Location: Wuse 2

The Client’s flat was a lively, art-filled home bursting with personality, but also with lots of clutter. Storage had run out, the layout felt congested and not practical, and there was no unifying design story to bring harmony to the space.

Our mission was to restore balance, functionality, and flow while celebrating the artistic energy already within the home.

The Client expressed a clear desire for a modern organic space: something warm, tactile, and contemporary, yet authentic.

From the start, the Client trusted our process completely, allowing us creative freedom with very few revisions, which gave the project a natural rhythm and integrity from concept to completion.

Decluttering was our first design gesture - not about stripping away personality, but about revealing it. The Client owned an extraordinary collection of art, and we wanted every piece to finally have its place. We turned the narrow, dim corridor into a dramatic gallery moment, painting it a deep navy blue and with this embracing the darkness to make the artworks and carefully positioned lighting come alive.

The Client wished to keep much of the existing furniture, so we repaired, refinished, and reimagined several pieces, integrating them with new finishes and materials to align with the refreshed aesthetic. We complemented these with new custom-built furniture, including a sleek wardrobe system that brought ample storage and visual calm while beautifully framing the large window front with fresh draperies as a focal point of the room.

Through a complete reorganization of the floor plan, we achieved improved circulation and a sense of balance - introducing clear zones for study, rest, and entertainment, each flowing naturally into the next.

The result is a modern, organic home that feels grounded yet expressive. It is a space that honours the Client’s love of art and film, framed within the serenity of thoughtful design.

  • A cozy bedroom with a wooden bed frame, gray pillows, and a green velvet sofa in the foreground. A wooden nightstand with a lamp and a framed mirror are on the side. A painting of a landscape with trees and houses hangs above the bed. Cream curtains are partially open on the left side.

  • A bedroom with a modern ceiling light fixture featuring black petal-shaped elements, a painting of trees and a house above the bed, a wooden nightstand with a beige lamp, a framed photograph, a small speaker, a brass desk lamp, and a bed with pillows and white bedding.

  • A cozy bedroom with a bed, pillows, a green velvet sofa, plants on a dresser, a mirror, window with curtains, a wooden desk, and a modern ceiling light fixture.

  • A bedroom with a green couch in the foreground, a bed with various pillows, a wooden bedside table with a lamp, a painting of a landscape on the wall, and a large wardrobe with sliding doors.

  • Living room with a lime green sofa, a tall mirror, two dark blue ottomans, a black entertainment center with a TV, books, and decorative items, and a wooden floor.

  • View of a bedroom through an open doorway, showing a bed with pillows, a table lamp, a mirror, and a hanging light fixture.

  • Dark hallway with two unique ceiling lights shaped like large gold hearts, one above the other, illuminating the space.

  • A narrow hallway with dark walls, decorated with large framed paintings and smaller artworks, illuminated by a ceiling light fixture, with a multicolored rug on a terrazzo floor leading to a black door.

  • Black wall with decorative wall light, a gold-framed mirror, framed artwork, white hydrangea flowers in a gray pot, a lavender-scented candle, and a pair of sneakers on the floor.

  • A narrow hallway with black walls decorated with framed artwork, including a large painting of a sunlit autumn forest scene with orange and yellow leaves at the end of the hallway. The ceiling features a moon-shaped light fixture, and the floor has a patterned rug.

  • Living room with green velvet sofa, black bookshelves, TV, decorative items, and natural light from a window with white curtains.

  • Living room with black bookshelves, a large flat-screen TV, a green velvet sofa, a wooden beam on the ceiling, a modern chandelier, framed artwork, a curtain, and a tall floor lamp.

  • A cozy hotel room with a lime green sofa, gray pillows, a bed with white sheets, wooden furniture including a desk and dresser, a mirror on the wall, a lamp, and a window with curtains, illuminated by a modern ceiling light fixture.

  • Cozy living room corner with a wooden dresser topped with potted plants, curtains, and a mirror on the wall.

  • Decorative tray holding black vases, candles, and houseplants near a window.