With a design approach appreciating the eccentric, quirky, and weird, Kate Lester brings a fun and lively outlook to interior design. Based in Southern California, Kate would describe her style as “a little bit luxury and a little bit rock and roll,” mixing vintage finds and classic pieces with cool contemporary colors and patterns.

Ariel Johnson founded Ariel Fox Design on the basis of creating spaces with intention, purpose, and wonderment. With a background in law and fashion, Ariel uses her unique design perspective to bring imagination and ingenuity to her projects.

Redline Design Group is an architecture and design firm based in North Carolina. As a “collaborative studio of architects, interior designers, and graphic artists”, Redline brings a new perspective to projects of all kinds with their innovation and creativity.

Employing bright colors, bold patterns, and organic shapes, Erica Bryen’s interiors pack a punch. Her lively yet sophisticated style has taken her all the way from Newport Beach, California, to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, designing beautiful beachfront properties, vacation homes, and family residences. Each of her interiors is different from the next, incorporating funky and cool elements into her modern transitional spaces. We sat down with Erica to learn more about how she got her start designing homes in Mexico and how it differs from California.

Brooke Wagner Design, established by Brooke Wagner in 2003, has become a household name for southern California interior design. Based in Corona del Mar, California, Brooke Wagner Design focuses on timeless design and architecture with a modern approach, transforming homes with their signature aesthetic.

Liz Goldberg of CAROLYNLEONA designs sophisticated and welcoming interiors by mixing old with new, incorporating pops of rich color, and adding charm around every corner. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, CAROLYNLEONA has designed homes all over North Carolina and the nation. We sat down with Liz to learn more about the local design scene and her design process.

With a penchant for soft contemporary interiors, Liz Marchant Ourston brings her thoughtful and deliberate design approach to homes all over the country. Evoking feelings of lightness, calm, and relaxation, her interiors are marked by light colors, organic shapes, and natural materials. Having lived all over the United States, Liz infuses influences from different cities into each of her projects, whether it’s through the architecture, lifestyle, or design. We sat down with Liz to learn more about her design journey, process, and inspiration.

Employing bold color palettes, eye-catching patterns, and modern silhouettes, Amy Elbaum of AE Design creates smart and sophisticated interiors in southern California. With a focus on clean and contemporary design, Amy aims to create inviting spaces full of character that fit the needs of her clients.

From an unexpected design contest win to a complete career pivot, Jenn Feldman has had quite the inspiring journey to establishing Jenn Feldman Designs. With her modern-aged design, Jenn creates classic tailored spaces with rich antique accents, seamlessly blending old and new.

Leigh Jendrusina of SALTHOUSE Collective creates vibrant and unexpected spaces inspired by California cool design. Based in Carlsbad, California, Leigh is the founder and principal designer of SALTHOUSE Collective, a boutique interior design and styling studio. With coastal, bohemian, Mid-Century, and Scandinavian design influences, Leigh prioritizes effortless and easy living while making an impact with her eclectic and collected style

With a focus on clean lines, natural materials, and neutral color palettes, Jessie Ann Design, an interior design firm based in Newport Beach, creates serene and inviting spaces in southern California.