Lishan Than, founder of Studio Shan sitting on an antique sofa with a geometric pillow, smiling and looking to her left, in a room with wood-paneled furniture and abstract artwork on the wall.

Studio Shan is the vision of interior designer Lishan Tham, and a reflection of her calm, precise and poetic approach to design.

A beige, textured brushstroke on a white background.

“I believe design should be felt as well as seen. Spaces hold memory, shape our mood and offer stillness. Each project is designed to evolve with time and care, striking a balance between restraint and expression.”

- Lishan Tham, Founder

The emotional weight of space

Lishan Tham's hands arranging fabric and wood samples on a table with plants and natural light in the background.
Interior view of a bar or wine cellar with shelves of liquor bottles, wine rack, and decorative items on a countertop, including framed artwork, a plant, glasses, and a modern desk lamp.

Shaped by her Malaysian heritage and informed by Japanese craft traditions, Lishan’s work blends architectural precision with emotional intuition. With a background in urban planning and experience alongside some of the UK’s leading designers, Lishan approaches each project with calm, clarity and a deep sensitivity to light, texture and tone. Her style balances restraint and expression, form and feeling, with each project defined by meaning, depth and understated beauty.

Calm, crafted, considered.
Interiors with feeling and purpose.