Thoughtful interiors. Designed to be lived in.
Meet Mike McKinley — an interior designer dedicated to visual detail, natural materials, and creating spaces you want to come home to.
Mike McKinley is an interior designer based in Toronto, and known for his methodological approach to design.


His work blends minimalism with warmth, balancing sculptural form, material honesty, and livability.
Before starting his solo studio, Mike worked with leading architecture firms across Europe, shaping both residential and boutique commercial spaces.
His interiors have been featured in Wallpaper, Dezeen, and Dwell — but his true focus is always on how a space feels when you live in it, not just how it looks.
Design Principles
Mike McKinley
I care deeply about details, material junctions, and flow — the things you feel even if you don’t see them.
I steer clear of designs that prioritize image over atmosphere — or noise over nuance. I avoid flashy trends and over-designed spaces that don’t last.
I focus on details, because details make the difference.
How I can help
Floor plan layout
Styling (surfaces, sofas, beds, walls, etc.)
Colour schemes
Furniture & home decor selection and placement
Lighting solutions
Stores and brands to consider
Paint/wall treatments and drapery
Window treatments
Cabinetry and bespoke furniture
Career advice for aspiring designers
Frequently Asked Questions
Author support
Is there a difference between author support and technical supervision? What exactly do you do?
Author's support is the author's verification of the conformity of the project with what has been built. There is also technical supervision, which is a check of the compliance of works (and materials) with building codes, quality standards, and technological work schedules. Technical supervision of large construction projects is carried out by a specialist (or group of specialists) with construction education and experience; in low-rise construction, as a rule, the developer
YD interior studio itself performs only author's support.
Visualization / Implementation
Is there a difference between author support and technical supervision? What exactly do you do?
Author's support is the author's verification of the conformity of the project with what has been built. There is also technical supervision, which is a check of the compliance of works (and materials) with building codes, quality standards, and technological work schedules. Technical supervision of large construction projects is carried out by a specialist (or group of specialists) with construction education and experience; in low-rise construction, as a rule, the developer
YD interior studio itself performs only author's support.
Client communication
Is there a difference between author support and technical supervision? What exactly do you do?
Author's support is the author's verification of the conformity of the project with what has been built. There is also technical supervision, which is a check of the compliance of works (and materials) with building codes, quality standards, and technological work schedules. Technical supervision of large construction projects is carried out by a specialist (or group of specialists) with construction education and experience; in low-rise construction, as a rule, the developer
YD interior studio itself performs only author's support.
Pricing
Is there a difference between author support and technical supervision? What exactly do you do?
Author's support is the author's verification of the conformity of the project with what has been built. There is also technical supervision, which is a check of the compliance of works (and materials) with building codes, quality standards, and technological work schedules. Technical supervision of large construction projects is carried out by a specialist (or group of specialists) with construction education and experience; in low-rise construction, as a rule, the developer
YD interior studio itself performs only author's support.
Projects abroad
Is there a difference between author support and technical supervision? What exactly do you do?
Author's support is the author's verification of the conformity of the project with what has been built. There is also technical supervision, which is a check of the compliance of works (and materials) with building codes, quality standards, and technological work schedules. Technical supervision of large construction projects is carried out by a specialist (or group of specialists) with construction education and experience; in low-rise construction, as a rule, the developer
YD interior studio itself performs only author's support.
Project timeframe and ETAs
Is there a difference between author support and technical supervision? What exactly do you do?
Author's support is the author's verification of the conformity of the project with what has been built. There is also technical supervision, which is a check of the compliance of works (and materials) with building codes, quality standards, and technological work schedules. Technical supervision of large construction projects is carried out by a specialist (or group of specialists) with construction education and experience; in low-rise construction, as a rule, the developer
YD interior studio itself performs only author's support.
Let's create a space that tells your unique story. Book a consultation today and begin your design journey.