ABOUT
Corinne and Siobhan met in St Leonards-on-Sea 15 years ago, where a shared passion for thoughtful, well-crafted design quickly formed the foundation of their partnership.
In 2021, they launched Decimus Developments, specialising in the acquisition, renovation, and sale of distinctive properties across East Sussex. Their work is guided by a deep appreciation for quality, integrity, and considered detail — transforming spaces both inside and out.
Building on years of successful collaboration and aligned values, they established Decimus, a design studio rooted in the principles of good design. Whether working independently or together, their combined expertise creates a seamless synergy, delivering refined, enduring spaces with clarity and purpose.
CORINNE DAVEY
I began my design journey over 30 years ago, buying and renovating properties in London and Brighton. After a period overseas, I returned to the UK and settled in St Leonards-on-Sea, where I continued renovating homes and developing my design expertise. Through renovating properties, I realised I was increasingly drawn to the relationship between a house and its garden — particularly how the outdoor space complemented (or sometimes failed to complement) a newly transformed interior. As layouts changed and internal design evolved, it became clear to me that the garden should be considered an extension of the home, not an afterthought. This growing passion led me to formally study garden design at One Garden in Stanmer Park, a beautiful and inspiring setting in which to refine my skills. I later founded Decimus Garden Design, combining my background in property renovation with a deep understanding of how thoughtful garden design can complete and elevate a home.
SIOBHAN HUNT
After leaving the corporate business world to pursue Interior Design in London, I began my career at an independent bespoke kitchen studio in Brighton. It was there that I built a strong foundation in tailored kitchen design, learning how to balance creativity with technical precision and practical detail.
With over 22 years of experience, I have specialised in kitchen design while naturally extending my expertise into bedroom, bathroom, and fitted furniture projects. Throughout this time, I have worked closely with homeowners, house builders, and property developers, delivering thoughtful, functional, and carefully considered design solutions.
Four years ago, I founded Decimus Design Studio, offering both design-only consultancy and design-and-supply services in partnership with a carefully curated selection of trusted furniture manufacturers.
Decimus was established with a clear philosophy: to be design-led rather than sales-driven. By collaborating with selected manufacturing partners instead of operating a large, showroom-based sales model, we prioritise quality, flexibility, and genuine creative freedom.
Our approach is collaborative and client-focused. We encourage clients to share their ideas and aspirations, while providing professional guidance on spatial planning, proportion, and technical detail. The result is refined, beautifully balanced interiors that are both practical and uncompromising in design.