About Us

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At Studio Ostra, we believe a home should be more than just beautiful - it should tell your story, reflect how you live, and bring a sense of ease and harmony to everyday life. Our work is about curating timeless interiors that balance elegance with practicality, creating spaces that feel both elevated and deeply personal.

Founded by Kate Burmester and Maria McEwen, Studio Ostra was born from a shared passion for design and a commitment to making considered, intentional styling accessible. Together, we bring a blend of creativity, experience, and organisation - Kate leading the creative direction and styling vision, and Maria ensuring everything runs seamlessly behind the scenes. Our background in property staging and styling means we can tune into what makes each client’s style unique and create spaces that feel authentically theirs.

Every project we take on is approached with care, collaboration, and a genuine desire to understand how you want to live in your home. From mood boards and sourcing to full-service styling, we guide you through the process with clarity and warmth, so you can feel confident and inspired every step of the way.

We draw inspiration from our travels, with the ability to source handcrafted furnishings and textiles from Marrakech, Europe, Indonesia, and India - bringing a worldly sophistication and soul to every space that can’t be replicated.

At its heart, Studio Ostra is about creating homes with soul - spaces that not only look beautiful but also feel welcoming, lived-in, and truly yours.

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Contact us

Ready to bring your dream space to life? Just share a few details, and we'll be in touch soon. We're excited to connect with you!

KATE BURMESTER

Creative Director & Business Owner

kate@studioostra.com

021 190 3926

MARIA MCEWEN

General Manager & Business Owner

maria@studioostra.com

027 828 5624