RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR DESIGN HOUSE

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As partner at Smith and Drake

A second full-home collaboration with a repeat client— this two-year Cherry Hills project was stripped down to the studs and rebuilt into a sophisticated modern cottage defined by European warmth and tailored functionality.

Designed for an active family with young children and pets, the scope included a complete layout overhaul, a 1,000-square-foot ADU addition above the garage, and a fully turnkey white-glove setup. By pairing raw materials—plaster, stone, warm woods, and aged metals—with curated antiques from top-tier galleries across the nation, the home shows a delicate balance between storied character and clean modern luxury.

Full-Scale Renovation
Turnkey Furnishings + Accessories

6,000 Sq Ft

Photographer: Dru Smith Productions

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As partner at Smith and Drake

A complete overhaul of a 16,000-square-foot estate, this hillside project turned a confused layout into a home of distinct purpose and quiet luxury. Grounded in the client’s love for fashion and classic architecture, the design seamlessly bridges traditional elegance with modern refinement.

Warmth and texture drive the material palette—featuring Calacatta marble, limestone, wide-plank oak, and custom millwork throughout. Sourcing global antiques and fine art pieces, including a statement French chimneypiece, add European flair and timeless character, created a grand residence that feels personal, intimate, and deeply intentional.

Full-Scale Renovation
Turnkey Furnishings + Accessories

16,000 Sq Ft

Photographer: Dru Smith Productions

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As partner at Smith and Drake

A seamless blend of Cape Cod, Colonial, and traditional architecture, this full-home remodel marries classic heritage with a modern, family-focused sensibility. The space was tailored to handle the demands of daily life without sacrificing refined elegance.

Calacatta Borghini marble, custom cabinetry, white oak, and aged brass ground the home in warmth and texture. Moody, color-drenched rooms create pockets of restful drama, while a curated mix of antiques—from vintage rugs to bespoke furniture—gives every space a distinct sense of story. The result is a soulful, highly functional sanctuary that honors tradition while feeling effortlessly inviting.

Full-Scale Renovation
Turnkey Furnishings + Accessories

12,000 Sq Ft

Photographer: Dru Smith Productions

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Charged with the creative direction and interior styling for director Dru Smith’s documentary, Monica Curiel: My World of Plaster, the objective was to transform the artist’s working studio into a cinematic, living canvas. The design language needed to deeply reflect Monica’s personal aesthetic while remaining intentionally balanced for film, keeping the space bright, airy, and textured to ensure Monica and her wardrobe remained the vibrant focal point of the narrative.

Utilizing Monica’s own sculptural plaster pieces and furniture as the spatial foundation, the environment was layered with bespoke window treatments and a meticulously curated selection of editorial objects—including mid-century Gunnar Nylund ceramics, iconic Stoff Nagel modular brass candlesticks, and patinated vintage books. To infuse the industrial studio with a soft, organic layer of femininity, we collaborated with floral artist Alex Fairchild to introduce sculptural, texturally nuanced floral moments. The result is a seamless synthesis of art, film, and interior design that honors the artist’s world without eclipsing her presence.