We create spaces with soul
Studio
Our interiors celebrate the history of objects, the stories of artists and the patina of place. We believe in the power of color—in all its frequencies—to give meaning and emotion. Our work is known for its juxtapositions of texture and curve, opacity and transparency, play and function, versatility and vibrancy.
A champion of our local creative community, we collaborate with artists and artisans in a variety of mediums.
We believe that good design betters everyday life and opens worlds and eyes.
Process
We deliver service and design from initial concept through installation.
Our comprehensive design process incorporates custom furniture and millwork design, personal shopping and styling, art sourcing, procurement and placement.
We are passionate about our relationships with craftspeople, artisans and makers, and about supporting their work. We manage the details so you can delight in the design journey.
Leadership
Leadership
Alison Damonte
Principal/ Artistic DirectorAlison grew up in Iowa where wide skies and long summers encouraged her sense of imagination and wanderlust. She received her BA from Washington University in St Louis and then studied design and architecture in Boston and San Francisco. After working in architecture for five years, a chance meeting with legendary San Francisco designer Martha Angus led Alison into the world of interior design. She later refined her skills at BraytonHughes, contributing to large-scale residential projects.
In 2012 Alison founded her eponymous studio. Known for her modern, art-forward approach to residential interior design, Alison partners with clients in a design process that sparks curiosity, encourages exploration, and builds long-lasting relationships.
Alison’s work has been published in Architectural Digest, California Home & Design, Domino, Dwell, LivingEtc., Interior Design, and Luxe. In 2016 she received the California Home & Design Award for Interior Design over 3000 SF; in 2023 she received a Luxe Red award for her work on a historic Willis Polk house in Berkeley, CA.
Team
Carina Felix
Lead Designer
Carina’s journey into design was inspired by her aunt, a San Francisco fashion designer, who introduced her to the world of fashion and the runway. While studying architecture, Carina merged her love of fashion with the built environment, designing runways and envisioning a future in set design. This creative foundation naturally led her to interior design—a field where, much like set design, artistry lies in the choreography and composition of space.
With over eight years of experience in high-end residential and boutique commercial projects, Carina’s aesthetic embodies quiet maximalism and refined elegance. Her discerning eye captures the visceral elements of design, skillfully leveraging space and color to evoke meaningful emotional responses.
An accomplished academic, Carina earned a Master of Science in Sustainable Design from the University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelor of Arts in Landscape Architecture from UC Berkeley. Her research on "Human-Centric Lighting" earned her the prestigious Advanced Studies Award for Outstanding Master’s Thesis, underscoring her dedication to sustainable, human-focused design. Carina is committed to crafting impactful, sustainable environments that resonate on both a functional and emotional level.
Clara LaPatra
Associate Designer + Project ManagerTrisha Theisen
Project AssistantMonique Stemper
ControllerElizabeth Moynihan
Purchasing Manager
