Spotlights

I love the work that people like LuAnn Nigara are doing to educate, motivate and inspire those in our industry. Her podcasts have been truly life changing - and her passion for teaching is inspirational. I believe that LuAnn is part of a big paradigm shift in the industry, toward mutual respect and lifting each other up.... Read More...

My life and experiences living in London, India, Hong Kong, and NYC continue to influence my firm’s designs. To me and my team, great style is all about editing and editing well. It’s true in fashion where I worked as a fashion buyer for years with Bergdorf Goodman, Henri Bendel, and Calvin Klein, and where I saw that what you’re not wearing is as important as what you are wearing.... Read More...

Colour has always been my main platform. Inspired through nature sounds so cliche, but it's true. So, my personal brand takes on all aspects in terms of colour derived from daily observations, simple lifestyle surroundings, routines, and rituals.... Read More...

My personal brand parallels our company culture. It is all about being the best version of myself to the best of my ability, and then trying to top that on a daily basis. At Abigail-Elise we are bold. We do not just dream. We are our own competition so that we always bring our #AEHustle to our clients, communities, and projects.... Read More...

Aside from our interior design firm, we also have a retail space on Clement Street in San Francisco. We represent around 15 lines, mainly in accessories, lighting, and small home furnishings. This has allowed us to explore creative, niche brands from around the world and bring them to San Francisco shoppers.... Read More...

I love being around people who can see and experience the beauty in the world so personally. I'm essentially an optimist, and I believe that all designers are at their core optimists as well. We all believe that things can be made better... Read More...

Another fun fact is that I was born on the day Frank Lloyd Wright died. Add that to the fact that we have the same first name, and it's no wonder he is my most important influence.... Read More...

My style of design tends to lean more modern and clean-lined but with a good mix of classic and vintage design elements. I find the best design comes from a curated collection of eclectic pieces that are tailored to my client's taste.... Read More...

Be prepared to wear LOTS of hats, corral hundreds of moving pieces everyday, be organized, learn from mistakes, and most important, just do what you say you are going to do!... Read More...