After two decades into international affairs and cultural work across three continents, I chose to reorient my career towards interior design. My background as an anthropologist fostered a deep interest in how people give meaning to their lived experiences, environment and cultural heritage. Over the years, I have also nurtured a passion for the arts, further honing my skills through training in photography and art history, and more recently, in drawing and computer-assisted design (CAD).

This journey has shaped my sensitivity to how space, light, color, shape, movement and functionality interact. I hold a deep appreciation for natural materials and place great value on craftmanship, diversity and quality.

Trust is key to my ability to oversee every design detail with care and discretion, ensuring a seamless experience and delivering the highest standards of excellence.

I cater to clients in English, French and Spanish.

M.L.Yuste

Vision

My approach values and respects heritage while embracing technical innovation, always seeking timeless beauty, harmony and balance. This also means that in every design decision, I consider the impact of production processes on both people and nature.

Inspiration for my work comes from history, architecture(s), cultural diversity and heritage, materials, natural elements, patterns and cycles but also from movement, color, light and sensory experiences - touch, sound and smell- which I view as essential in the design process.

My mission as an interior designer is to craft unique, timeless spaces that reflect my client’s needs and desires. I strive to create beauty, comfort and functionality through a cohesive and thoughful process. I think in terms of dialogue and balance- between indoor and outdoor, materials, colors, textures, light and emotions.

Services

  • Project Oversight

    We ensure that every aspect of your renovation project is managed with utmost precision and care. From initial concept creation to final installation, we work closely with contractors, artisans, suppliers and architects, overseeing timelines, quality, and budgets. This service guarantees that the project is executed seamlesly, allowing you to reclaim your time and enjoy an untroubled experience.

    We will be happy to discuss a tailored proposal during an initial consultation on site.

    This consultation will be credited should you proceed with Atelier Yuste towards the Project Oversight service.

  • Interior Design

    We provide tailored, comprehensive advice on all aspects of interior design, depending on client’s initial demand. This service is ideal for clients seeking tangible and actionable guidance to enhance their space.

    On site, we carefully assess the space and might discuss aspects such as functionality, sustainability, mood, light, color, proportions, dimensions, materials and furnishings. The client is provided with a written list of actionable and tailored recommendations within 48h.

    This service can stand alone or form the basis of further collaboration.

    This service starts with a 1-2 hour session on site. Depending on scope and size of space, several sessions might be necessary.

  • Sourcing and Styling

    Our art and furnishing sourcing, personal shopping, placement and and styling service is designed to provide you with exclusive, curated selections that align perfectly with your vision, whether you are seeking bespoke, one-of-a-kind pieces or carefully chosen items from renowed high-end collections.

    This service might be engaged independently or as an extension of the Interior Design Consultation service.

    Given the nature of this service, pricing is discussed individually to reflect the scope and specifications of each project.

    An on site initial consultation to discuss your vision and provide a tailored proposal tipically lasts 1-2 hours.

Enquiries

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Projects

Townhouse I

The raw space (400 x 170 cm) is located on the top floor of early XX century, two-floor terraced Brussels townhouse. The renovation includes building a bathroom for two teenager siblings while leaving enough surface to design and adjacent space for book shelving/reading nook.