About

Our expert team’s primary focus is to deliver a space that you and your staff will be happy to use for years to come. But, we’ll also be using our experience to maximise your budget, minimise stress and hit that crucial delivery date every single time.

Andrea
Podesta

Managing Director

Andrea is the driving force behind Apteriors. With a wealth of over 15 years’ experience in the interiors industry, Andrea combines creativity, innovation, and a commitment to excellence to deliver unparalleled interior solutions and fit-out for educational, residential and commercial spaces.

With a focus on innovative design, cost management and a relentless pursuit of excellence, Andrea continues to lead Apteriors to new heights, pushing the boundaries of design and redefining the standards of bespoke furniture. Passionate about creating spaces that inspire and delight, Andrea is dedicated to transforming interior spaces into establishments that stand the test of time.

Catherine
Mackay

Director

Catherine has honed her craft in the dynamic world of design over 12 years and possesses a deep understanding of the unique requirements and challenges inherent in educational and commercial spaces. Catherine’s expertise in conceptualising and executing projects that harmonise form and function has earned Apteriors the reputation as trailblazers in the FF&E design industry.

Catherine leads the consultancy and design teams within Apteriors, guiding the team towards excellence in every project undertaken. Catherine also plays a pivotal role in the company’s business development, with a deep understanding of market trends and client needs, Catherine has been instrumental in driving the growth and success of the business.

Diana
Njoki

Head of Design

Diana is our design lead with over 10 years’ experience in the public sector. Diana is pioneering Building Information Modelling and forward thinking to ensure that Apteriors FF&E designs are of precision, quality and complete with a comprehensive offering of technical data. Diana’s ability to co-ordinate and collaborate with external contractors has earned her a wealth of experience in clash detection and contributed to Apteriors gaining design accreditations.

Diana oversees and trains the design team on the latest technical advances and deliverables for our government schemes. Not only will a space look good, but it will operate seamlessly with regards to accessibility, H&S regulations and flexibility for the future.

Delilah
Moses

Office Manager

Delilah is an exceptional member of our team, offering her organisation skills to support the Apteriors team in their day-to-day tasks. Delilah plays a pivotal role in the operational aspects of the business ensuring that Apteriors remains compliant to the latest Health & Safety standards, and that all FF&E procured is delivered to high British Standards.

Delilah manages suppliers and orders and is a crucial part of the team, binding the design side of the business with the installation team, which has recently earned her the promotion of Operations Co-ordinator.  With a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces, Delilah ensures that every aspect of the procurement process is executed with precision and efficiency.

Beyza
Kayali

FF&E Designer

Beyza has shown exceptional dedication as a designer in the past few years, whilst working full time as a key designer for Apteriors alongside completing her qualification (MA Interior Architecture and Design). Beyza has exceptional time management and organisation skills, staying one step ahead of the curve, Beyza is passionate about delivering a comprehensive detailed design package to our clients which are clear, concise and creative.

Beyza is confident in partaking in collaborative discussions with other members of the project design team due to her previous experience working in the construction sector. You will also find Beyza at most of the design events (via Linkedin) where she keeps up to date with design trends, supply market and sustainability initiatives.

 

Ludovica
Lilo

FF&E Designer

Ludovica is an exceptional interior architect and brings her effortless creative design flair to the Apteriors team. Ludovica immerses herself into the creative design aspect of all of our projects, creating presentations and visuals to fully convince the client, by providing comfort in the detail and function of their projected space. Ludovica was immediately comfortable in showcasing her designs to the client team, and has been a crucial support member for our lead designers on educational and defence projects.

 

Emmanuel
Anson

FF&E Designer

Emmanuel Anson has been a dynamic force at Apteriors, bringing a blend of architectural knowledge and a great eye for interior design. Emmanuel has a Master’s in Interior Design with First Class Honours from UCA Canterbury and a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Central University Ghana. He specialises in delivering outstanding Design for Education (DfE) projects, especially when it comes to creating innovative and practical school spaces. Skilfully, Emmanuel combines style and functionality, driven by a desire to design spaces that stimulate learning and creativity.

 

Neringa
Baukute

FF&E Designer

Neringa has two degree’s a bachelor’s in Interior Design and a bachelor’s degree in Architecture, so she brings an all encompassing wealth of knowledge and critical thinking to Apteriors FF&E designs. Neringa has been a great help with dissecting each furniture product and ensuring that all of the details and data within are perfected, allowing our projects to run seamlessly and at speed. Neringa is a great addition to the design team, assisting with drawings and presentations. Neringa has experience working on residential and commercial projects and is currently enhancing her skills on public sector deliverables which will make her an ambitious, all round designer in the near future.

 

Anna
Ruddick

Financial Controller

Anna has over 20 years’ experience in the construction industry, working within the General Office / Accounts department for JW Sutherland Property Developments prior to joining Apteriors on a permanent basis.

As Financial Controller, Anna relies on her knowledge of the sector and prides herself on delivering an outstanding service to clients and suppliers alike.

Daniel
Buttaci

Contracts Manager

Daniel is a well organised Contracts Manager. He plays a crucial role between blending Apteriors design, supply and installation team’s information, ensuring that the correct solution is delivered avoiding costly mistakes at installation. Daniel will meticulously survey FF&E designs and the installation site prior to procurement to ensure that all products will fit within the ‘as built’ space. Daniel also ensures furniture clashes with other services will be avoided and he creates a logistics plan to ensure delivery is feasible, with minimal disruption to the surrounding area and environment. Daniel brings a wealth of experience in the FF&E sector previously working on high end commercial installations, he continues to drive high standards for all of Apteriors’ projects.

Robert
Bradbury

Installation Supervisor

Robert is a great asset to Apteriors installation team, he ensures that him and his team are a consistent presence on site during the delivery and installation phases, giving our clients comfort that any FF&E queries can be addressed on site promptly. Rob’s previous experience in the high end commercial sector translates over to the Apteriors projects, bringing a rigorously detailed installation and sign of procedure. Apteriors projects are delivered with a high end service and client focused due to Robert’s logistical attention to detail and delivery success.

Javier
Munoz

FF&E Designer

Javier is an accomplished design professional with a diverse background in Interior Architecture, including a three-year stint in Architecture from prestigious institutions in Madrid. With a proven track record, he has excelled as a Revit Design Consultant within Apteriors.

Javier has been a driving force for innovation within the design team and project manages across multiple sectors within Apteriors’ diverse portfolio. Javier injects a unique blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and effective leadership. His expertise lies in delivering technical designs, managing teams, and fostering innovation across various projects.

Brett
Rhodes

Installation Manager

Brett manages the supply and installation process, he liaises with the project contractors on site alongside his installation team to ensure that the site is ready for FF&E install. With excellent attention to detail and relationships within the furniture industry, Brett ensures that our supply is of the highest quality standard for our client’s budget. Brett collaborates with the project team to allow us to keep on track of programme variations due to any circumstances out of our control.  Apteriors can deliver a tailor made high end service that is project specific due to Brett’s exceptional project management and delegation skills.