The Smallish Studio
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smallish studio, big on beautiful ideas

The Smallish Studio is a micro creative agency in London, founded by creative director Lisa Clarke. Small is beautiful — with over 25 years in interiors and lifestyle, I create content that performs. From full campaign direction to photography, copy, consultancy, and audits, I flex to what your brand needs.

creative thinking. bespoke service.

Rooted in editorial with commercial edge, The Smallish Studio specialises in interiors and lifestyle brands. I've built a global network of talent — stylists, photographers, writers, and AI experts — to deliver creative that works across print, digital, and all platforms. Every project benefits from insight, detail, and meticulous attention.

hands-on direction — work that performs

You get me on every project. I start by getting under the skin of your brand and understanding your goals. Then I shape the concept, assemble the right team, and direct each stage — from idea to delivery. Bespoke, responsive, and built for results.

what I Bring to the table

From concept to delivery – strategic consultancy, creative direction, or complete project management. Working across all platforms: stills, motion, print, and digital.

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Creative Direction & Concepts

  • Brand and campaign concepts
  • Art direction for stills and motion
  • Visual identity and content frameworks
  • Creative strategy for interiors and lifestyle brands
02

Production & Shoots

  • Shoot planning and logistics
  • Talent and crew sourcing
  • Location hunting
  • On-set creative direction for stills and video
03

Content & Design

  • Multi-platform creative content (stills and video)
  • Social and digital storytelling
  • Design and layout for editorial and marketing
  • Copy and script development
selected projects

A portfolio of work across interiors campaigns, furniture brand photography, homeware content and lifestyle brand creative direction. Get in touch to see case studies.

Brands I've Worked With
Marks & Spencer • John Lewis • DFS • White Stuff • Cox & Cox • Design Library • Laura Lee • House of Fraser • Jamie Oliver • Hammerson
thinking, loving, reading
Blog

The Smallish Blog

My views on style, interiors, and the things that inspire beautiful spaces.

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I'm Loving

Current Inspirations

Hotels, music, people, places and DJ curated playlists (courtesy of Vinyl Bunnies) that are inspiring my creative work.

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Trend Reports

Trends & Insights

Key takeaways from trade shows and what they mean for furniture and homeware brands.

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