EMMA ROBSON FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Emma is a commercially astute, solution-orientated interior and product designer who supports designers and dealers to deliver better outcomes for their clients and help navigate our fast-evolving industry.
“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.” -Oscar Wilde
I created MCONTRAST as the solution for designers and dealers wanting more support in selecting the right products for their projects. We work with designers as a trusted partner to enhance their original design intent, helping deliver a better outcome for their clients, often realizing meaningful cost savings.
Central to my role is to predict how the workplace environment is evolving and translate this into new and better product designs for corporate workspaces and hospitality. Accelerated digitalization, a greater focus on sustainability, a more positive environment for an increasingly diverse team is just some of the trends workplace designers need to understand and embrace. As part of this, we actively cultivate closer relationships within the A&D community.
The MCONTRAST product range I have curated is unique and continues to grow as it combines innovative forward-looking design with quality and sustainable manufacturing while remaining commercially viable. As I work closely with my production partners, I understand my products holistically, from manufacturing to their exact placement, use and life expectancy in the built environment.
My day-to-day role is the usual mix of driving sales by building new relationships and deepening existing ones, ensuring projects are delivered successfully, and leading my team. I personally visit my production partners all over the world to ensure our designs can be manufactured to the highest standards based on consistent lead times and at the best possible price.
I respond well to challenges and am solution driven. I constantly strive to improve and learn from project to project. Mostly I just wish I had more hours in my day.
OUR TEAM
Testimonials
Nerida Chin - Office Manager
ROKT
Nabil Furughi - Senior Furniture Consultant
THE FURNITURE PRACTICE
MCONTRAST has an amazing portfolio of design-led commercial grade furniture pieces which stand out from the rest of the market. Their exceptional service and experienced design team have overcome many challenges, focused on providing the best solutions for our clients, and delivered some beautiful projects together.
Casey Reede - Senior Associate Business Development
DAILY HARVEST
Em was so incredible and easy to work with! Her team was flexible and so accommodating. They created the most beautiful pieces for our new office that we will have for years to come. Everyone who walks into our space is in awe of everything from the lights, the furniture, the textures, shapes, colors- everything! Could not recommend Em and her team at MCONTRAST more!
Claire McPoland - Senior Associate | Interior Design Professional
HOK
Emma and her team are a very unique combination. Their commitment to understanding your vision and working collaboratively with you as a designer is hugely valuable. Their passion for sourcing new and exciting products acknowledges an evolving workplace in which innovative furniture solutions are key.
Danielle Arps - Co-Founder and Head of Design at Artisan
ARTISAN
Working with Emma and MCONTRAST adds so much value to any team. She works to ensure the best result and will problem solve, and troubleshoot until you get to reach the desired goal. I can't recommend her enough as a consultant and partner for design projects, especially those of a larger scope!
Dr. Mark Albert - M.D., F.A.C.S
ALBERT PLASTIC SURGERY
I recently renovated my medical office and Emma was beyond phenomenal as a designer and MCONTRAST consultant. Emma has exquisite taste and is extremely detailed oriented. Most importantly, she would not rest until every single detail was 100% perfect. Her choices for Mcontrast pieces were ideal, and not only did she consider the space but also considered my clientele‘s characteristics when choosing the dimensions of the furniture. Highly recommend, A+++++.
Kerry Murphy - Director | Design & Planning, Lifestyle at Hyatt Hotels Corporation
HYATT HOTELS CORPORATION
MCONTRAST offers a great curated collection of contract products. Emma is a highly-skilled designer who is also incredibly thorough and passionate about creating a beautiful product and supporting the design vision of the interior designer.
THE STORY BEHIND EVERY PROJECT
Our primary goal is to present an innovative and unique portfolio of products. Our curated collection enhances your original design content.