Interior architect based in Brussels and founder of Dimmi Home, an interior design consultancy, Manoëlle Vroye is also an Interior Designer for Artone where she supports purchasers of new residential projects in their selection of finishes. We will be looking over her journey, achievements and her vision for decoration. A subtle and supportive guide for our clients!
From Brussels to Milan, your first steps in interior architecture were eclectic! Can you tell us a bit about your academic journey and your time in Italy?
I always loved history of art, and the artisanal environment. Art is an aperture onto the world, a different way of seeing things. Travel is an integral part of this opening up to new experiences. The constant desire to learn by looking at everything around us has always been a guiding principle for me.
In 2013, you created Dimmi Home, with its Italian-inspired name. What was the driving force behind this professional adventure?
Dimmi means “Tell me” in Italian. The name seemed appropriate to me as listening is an essential part of my role, you could even say the foundation of my work. I started as a freelance designer to expand my network, take myself out of my comfort zone as I believe it’s important to remain active at all times.
Which interior architects and other professionals in the industry inspire you in your work?
Those who inspire me are those pushing boundaries to follow their personal ambitions. Every day, every meeting, every person inspires me…
In 2016, you joined the Artone team as an Interior Designer: can you explain the main ways in which you support purchasers of new residential properties?
What is important in my role at Artone is instilling trust, listening and being available to purchasers who are facing significant decisions regarding their future home. I do everything I can to support them and guide them to reach the best choice of interior finishes for their properties. This process takes time but it is essential for me that the purchaser finds it a pleasurable experience.
What “decoration” tips would you give to someone looking to purchase a new property?
For an investor, you should remain neutral in terms of colour, do not use more than three tones in the same room. Choices should be timeless and understated. The key is to bring as much light as possible to the room. In the case of a purchaser wishing to live in the property, you can be more daring with colours and materials and be more expressive in the details. Each case is different and this is where I play a role by aligning and harmonising everyone’s tastes as best I can.
On your website, we can see your slogan “Ensemble, ancrons vos rêves dans la réalité.” [Together, we’ll make your dreams a reality] … How does this guide you in your work?
Draw on what surrounds us and take inspiration from it to make our spaces a true reflection of who we are.
