Hospitality interior designed by Form + Function + Design
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Design that feels right, and performs.

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Founder & Creative Director

Michael Nairn Jr.

Michael Nairn Jr. is a seasoned hospitality and interior design professional with over two decades of experience creating immersive, brand-forward environments that balance beauty, purpose, and performance. As the founder and principal of Form + Function + Design, Michael leads a collective of award-winning designers united by a shared vision: to craft memorable spaces that spark emotion, inspire connection, and deliver measurable value for clients and guests alike.

With a career that spans boutique hotels, luxury residences, and commercial environments, Michael brings a strategic, collaborative approach to every project. His work is rooted in storytelling, infused with cultural nuance, and driven by a deep understanding of the guest experience. Michael has helped shape projects for iconic hospitality brands and independent developers alike, always with a commitment to design excellence and integrity.

“At the heart of his process is a belief that great design doesn’t just look good, it feels right. It invites people in, lingers in memory, and moves seamlessly between vision and viability.”
Michael Nairn Jr.Form + Function + Design
Trusted Collaborations

Projects shaped for iconic brands

Our collective has contributed to guest rooms and public spaces across some of hospitality’s most recognised names.

Virgin Hotels
Kimpton Hotels
Thompson Hotels
Yale Club
Wynn Resorts
Marker 88
Markzeff
Parts & Labor
Why Choose Us

Why partners choose the studio

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Boutique agility with large-scale technical discipline

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Brand-driven design that drives measurable return on investment

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End-to-end execution: concept, procurement, and completion

Let’s Begin

Have a space worth remembering?

Tell us about your hotel, restaurant, or short-term rental project. We partner with hotel groups, developers, creative directors, and property owners to bring brand-driven interiors to life.

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