MEET THE SPEAKER
Gina
Clarke
Lead Gym Designer
Layrd Design
Gina Clarke is an experienced gym interior designer with a passion for creating dynamic and motivating fitness environments. She aspires to fuel healthier people through healthier spaces, creating innovative fitness spaces that inspire and motivate. She believes that good design can change the world and keeps community, wellbeing, and sustainability at the heart of her design ethos.
Clarke combines a keen eye for detail with a deep understanding of fitness culture to design interiors that not only meet the practical needs of a gym but also enhance the overall experience for users. From conceptualisation to completion, she carefully considers elements such as lighting, colour schemes, spatial layout, and equipment placement, ensuring each design promotes movement, energy, and well-being.
Having worked with a diverse range of gym types — from boutique studios to community leisure centres — Clarke is skilled in tailoring each project to the unique brand identity and operational requirements of the gym. Her designs are known for balancing functionality with style, creating spaces that are as efficient as they are inspiring.
Dedicated to staying ahead of industry trends, Clarke continuously explores innovative materials and sustainable design approaches, aiming to elevate the standard of gym interiors and contribute to the success of fitness businesses everywhere.
SESSION DESCRIPTION
The Creative Process: Designing Fitness & Wellness Spaces
Cambridge-based Interior Design Studio, Layrd, talks you through how they approach designing gym and fitness projects to ensure they are both functional and inspiring spaces.