Principal designer
Courtney Ward's projects span coast to coast, with over 15 years in Los Angeles pursuing a career in interior design.
She has had the opportunities to work on both exclusive residential and hospitality projects. Courtney’s expertise lies in delivering fresh, evocative social spaces through her placemaking and concept driven design process. Her design portfolio includes the AIA award-winning Nobu Malibu, AIA nominated Simmzy’s, and a Coronado Gem Award winning residential historic Tudor renovation. Among her notable projects are also Neuehouse Venice, Motto by Hilton (concept), ModMansions Palm Springs, SAG-AFTRA Lobby, Del-Frisco’s Grille (Southern California), La Brea Bakery Flagship and Mister Donut Japan Flagship. Courtney’s contributions have gained recognition in prominent publications like Hospitality Design Magazine, Restaurant Development + Design and Dwell Magazine. Courtney is NCIDQ certified and as a LEED Green Associate with a passion for sustainability.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
About The Studio
Our approach to design begins with understanding the project and client's sense of place. From here, we create projects that convey a sense of aspirational and warm design, whilst still being grounded by creativity and establishing environments that create space for new memories.
We believe in creating spaces that have a sense of openness and simplicity about them. Un-cluttered, un-fussy, effortlessly elevated and intimately livable.
We lean into neutral/elevated color tones, layering on textures, finding unique furniture, uses of natural light and the application of warm earthy materials; such as wood, stone and metal. Our team has a special love of art, craft and the subtle luxury that is reflected in all our work.
