About:
My name is Tarq. I love people, working with them, understanding what makes them tick and designing spaces and experiences for them. I'm good at it. I can be quiet, introspective and thoughtful, but also like to live and laugh loud. Hence the name.
quietRIOT is new, but i'm not. I've spent over 20 years designing successful retail and hospitality experiences for brands big and small, all over the world. Everything I've learned across two decades lives in this studio.
The Mission:
Do great work, collect and keep friends, have fun and put food on the table (In no particular order)
Tarquin Willis FOUNDER | CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Testimonials:
I could talk more about myself, work and results. But I think the clients and brands I've worked with do it better.
Rachel Korbel
Marketing Manager
PAPPA FLOCK
"Tarq respects our business and brand as if it were his own. He cares about the details and the results in equal measure. Our brand DNA stays consistent, but each store evolves in design, experience and ambition as our business grows. He is as creative as he is practical, and when issues arise on site he's exactly the person you want in your corner. His relationships with every execution team are second to none. Seven stores in, and the best one is always the most recent one. Tarq's a blast to work with."
Alberta Nader
General manager
BLUE ROBE PETROLEUM
"We have had the pleasure of working with Tarquin since 2022 to rebuild our dream service station, bp Summer Hill NSW, with another in the pipeline. His tenacity and enthusiasm to turn the ordinary, into truly unique was evident from the word go! Whilst it is easy to be wrapped up in the finesse of a design, Tarq maintains focus of ensuring function, delivering a retail space to maximise impulse sales, planned purchases for every shopper's mission, and back-of-house efficiency. Communication is always delightful, efficient and approachable, and deliverables were always met on time, with great feedback on collaborative communication with building partners! Cannot speak highly enough of Tarq's work, commitment, leadership and friendship, to produce a $6million project with excellence. Truly in good hands!"
Mia Low
Global Retail Marketing Manager
RESMED
"I’ve had the pleasure of working with Tarquin over the past 6 years on several global retail projects at Resmed, and he has consistently delivered work of a very high standard. Tarquin was instrumental to the design development and rollout of our retail store experiences, bringing a strong design perspective along with a clear understanding of customer experience and commercial considerations. He can translate strategic objectives into thoughtful, well executed design solutions across different markets. What sets Tarquin apart is not just his design capability, but his collaborative approach. He is responsive, solutions oriented and brings a level of professionalism and attention to detail that supports the smooth delivery of complex projects. I would recommend Tarquin to any brand looking to enhance their retail experience through considered, high quality design."
Con Kormas
Group Brand & Creative Manager
SHELDON & HAMMOND
"Working with Tarq was an outstanding experience. He brings incredible enthusiasm, energy, and a truly collaborative approach to the design process. His ability to translate ideas into a cohesive, world-class showroom was exceptional. The end result not only exceeded expectations but went on to receive both Australian and international design awards—a testament to his talent and dedication."
Wayne Slender
Owner | Founder
GLOBAL CUSTOM RETAIL
I've worked with Tarq across several projects and seen firsthand his ability to bridge design intent with practical manufacturing solutions. He brings strong supplier relationships and a clear understanding of how to improve pricing and build quality without compromising the result. His network and deep understanding of offshore production consistently delivers excellent outcomes, both in quality and cost efficiency. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to any brand looking to maintain high design standards while streamlining production.
Gene Thomas
Owner founder
INTERIOR SEVEN
I have worked with Tarquin across many retail and commercial projects over the past 10 years and can honestly say he is the best designer I’ve collaborated with. He has a great eye for detail and a strong understanding of how to create spaces that not only look impressive but also function effectively in the real world. What stands out most is how easy Tarq is to work with, he provides clear documentation, practical solutions, and maintains excellent communication throughout each project. This makes a real difference on-site and helps ensure everything runs smoothly. Many of the projects we’ve worked on together have gone on to win awards for both design and build, which is a testament to the strength of his work and the collaborative process he fosters. I would happily recommend Tarquin to anyone looking for a highly skilled and reliable designer.
The approach:
We listen. We think. We deliver. The quiet part comes first. Before a single line is drawn, we learn about you and your business, your goals and what success looks like for you. Then we deliver with clarity and confidence. We pride ourselves on how we collaborate throughout this process.
01
listen
THINK
First, we need to understand your brand, your vision, customers and the commercial realities of your business. We ask a lot of questions. We listen carefully to the answers.
02
strategise
PLAN
This stage is the foundation everything else is built on. With a clear picture of your goals, we develop a design strategy that defines how your brand will live in physical space. Customer journeys are mapped, product and space zones are defined, and the big idea that ties everything together starts to take shape.
03
develop
DESIGN
The big idea becomes a real space. Your brand essence, identity and commercial goals are at the heart of every decision. We present, you respond, we refine. The concept gets sharper, plans become more detailed, and the 3D visuals evolve into something you can truly feel, the full vision of your space before we move into technical production.
04
document
DELIVER
The full technical package your builder needs to price, approve and build the project. We don't hand over drawings and disappear. We stay involved through construction, because what happens on site matters more than what happens on screen.
Services:
We put brand and customer experience at the forefront of every decision, but we never lose sight of commercial reality. We help increase operational efficiency, profitability and reduce execution costs. We make sure what happens on screen happens in real life.
retail FIT-OUTS
End-to-end design and delivery of retail spaces built to convert. From concept to completion, we stay involved until it's right.
hospitality ENVIRONMENTS
Bars, restaurants, food and convenience. Designed to be felt, not just seen. Spaces that make people stay longer, and come back sooner.
workSPACES
Workplaces that inspire. Offices, hybrid work hubs and client-facing environments that reflect your culture, your brand and the way your people actually work.
multi-Site ROLLOUTS
Consistent and commercially viable execution across multiple locations at scale.
