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ART DIRECTION . PUBLIC RELATIONS . STYLING

Thank you to all the incredible brands, clients and publications WAKEM has had the pleasure to work with. Here are a few kind words from some of them.

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ART DIRECTION . PUBLIC RELATIONS . STYLING

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The best shoots are the result of

collaboration, and Andrew always has

a clear vision for each brief and shoot.

As a photographer I find his creative

input and direction invaluable.

Moreover, the pre- planning Andrew

does on styling, flowers and accessories,

and then his styling to camera makes all

the difference to shots, often elevating

them from good to brilliant.

Lastly he is empathetic and great fun

to work with.
I have known Andrew for several years,

in his role as PR for various architectural

practices, and have always looked

forward to our meetings.

During that time, I have found him to be,

not only enthusiastic and full of ideas,

but also, and perhaps more importantly,

someone who follows up immediately

with the photographs, contacts and

timings he promises.
Working with Andrew Wakem on our home photography
shoot was an incredible experience. Not only did he bring
a remarkable sense of style and creativity, but he also
sourced beautiful items that truly brought the space to life.
His ability to style every corner of our home with such
thoughtfulness and precision made all the difference.

We were so impressed with the pieces he selected for
the shoot that we ended up keeping almost everything.

Each item, from the décor to the furniture, added a unique
touch and perfectly complemented our home’s aesthetic.
Andrew’s attention to detail and his ability to create
a cohesive, inviting atmosphere was truly outstanding.

We are so grateful for his expertise, and our home feels
more beautiful and complete thanks to his talent.

We highly recommend Andrew to anyone looking to
elevate their space—whether for a photoshoot or simply
to enhance the overall design of their home.
Andrew is easily one of my favourite

personalities to work with. Whilst being

considered and professional, he always

brings spark and passion to his work,

and I can always rely on him to deliver

– whether as a panellist on stage or

providing content and connection from

the industry. His knowledge of design

and understanding of the principles

and practicalities that take a concept

through to complete project is

exceptional.

Demonstrating his skills in this area,

last year Andrew stepped in for a

designer on a panel discussion and

was able to talk the audience through

material selection and the smallest

design details of a project. He the

went on to explain the concept, the

artistry that accompanied the overall

aesthetic, and how the team engaged

and then collaborated with a number

of external partners. Andrew is more than

a safe pair of hands, he cares deeply

about his work – and handles every

situation with added style and panache!
Andrew quickly established himself as

a natural extension of our team, immersing

himself in our brands, culture and project

portfolios with remarkable speed. He brought

fresh energy to our case studies, reimagining

how we present our work while leveraging

his media network to strengthen our brand

visibility across the design and architecture

press.

His ability to develop a compelling PR

narrative made a tangible difference to how

we present ourselves to design and hospitality

journalists. What really distinguishes Andrew

is the breadth of his skillset. While he

supported us with copywriting and media

relations, we regularly drew upon his expertise

in creative direction, styling, and social media

strategy.

Above all, Andrew is a pleasure to

work with. We really valued his contribution

and would recommend him without hesitation

to anyone seeking a communications

specialist with an instinct for visual

storytelling, and the capacity to create

content that cuts through the noise in

a crowded PR landscape.
Though Andrew isn’t always in our NYC
studio, his presence is ever felt. Always
available, with an unmistakable attention
to detail, he brings a friendly, charming
and approachable demeanour to every
interaction.
I’ve worked with Andrew on many shoots,

architectural, interior and people, and he

always brings an incredible creative

vision to the table. He’s a pro when it

comes to art direction and really knows

how to connect with clients to bring their

ideas to life. Andrew keeps everything

running smoothly and makes the whole

process feel effortless. Always a

pleasure to work with him.
Andrew was instrumental in amplifying
our presence for WOW!house 2024 with
Michaelis Boyd. His innovative approach
and compelling content didn’t just tell
our story they bought our vision to life.
Through his expertise our room was
showcased in top tier publications,
capturing the essence of its design
in a way that resonated powerfully with
audiences a true game changer in PR.
I recently collaborated with Andrew,

who brought his clear vision to a recent
photoshoot. Photographing architecture
can sometimes be a lonely process.
Having a second creative pair of eyes
seeing the same way my own, picking up
on the tiniest details, was a refreshing
experience. It made the day so much
easier and more enjoyable, taking the
shoot to the next level.
Kohler UK have been working with

Andrew since we re-launched our

marketing in April of 2026. In order

to fit with our needs it was important

that we found a company that had

flexibility and can react quickly yet

still has a good understanding of the

marketplace and a wide range of

industry (A&D) contacts.

WAKEM has excelled in this regard and
gone the extra mile by attending events
to help us with representation as well as

producing online media such as

LinkedIn posts and the follow up

emails to maintain the flow of interest

after each event.

Andrew has the perfect balance

of professionalism and bubbly

personality that help to make WAKEM

an excellent choice and a very

capable all-rounder. Highly

recommended on all fronts.
I have worked with Andrew on various stories over the past two

years and have always found him to be enthusiastic about his clients

and the wider design sector. He is responsive in correspondence

and takes the time to research the publications he pitches to,

meaning press releases and photography are curated to our

specific requirements.
Andrew is a reliable and creative individual who has
immersed himself within our London and NYC studios.
His passion for architecture + design and press contacts
has been invaluable to our business. He organises
and directs our global photoshoots with a keen
eye for editorial and skills in styling.
From the perspective of a photographer,

Andrew is wonderful to work with.

He’s detail oriented and supportive when

planning shoots to ensure we iron out all

the variables needed before arriving

on-site, and he’s equally helpful during

shoots too, knowing exactly what he

wants while also giving creative freedom

to the photographer to explore ideas.

A pleasure to collaborate with.
When I set up StudioTeli, Andrew

played an important role in helping

me shape how I presented myself,

my brand, and my projects to the

publications I aspired to be featured

in. His editorial style elevated what

could have been a standard press

release into a thoughtful, creative,

and beautifully crafted document,

one that captured the technical depth

of the design while feeling completely

magazine-ready for editors.