About the Studio

We're a small team of designers who believe every home should reflect the people who live in it. No two projects are alike because no two clients are alike.

Founded on Intention

Atelier Home Design was founded in 2011 by Claire Duval, a graduate of Parsons School of Design with a deep conviction that interior design should be personal, not performative.

After a decade working at leading firms in New York and Los Angeles, Claire noticed a pattern: clients were being given beautiful rooms that didn't feel like their own. Spaces designed to impress, not to inhabit.

She started Atelier with a different philosophy. Every project begins with deep listening. We learn how you cook, how you entertain, where you read, how light moves through your home. The design follows from there.

Fifteen years later, that approach hasn't changed. We've grown from a solo practice to a team of three, but the work remains intimate, collaborative, and rooted in the belief that your home should tell your story.

15+ Years Experience
200+ Projects Completed
12 Design Awards

What We Believe

Design isn't decoration. It's the art of shaping how a space makes you feel. A well-designed room doesn't just look good in photographs. It works for the people who use it every day.

We gravitate toward natural materials, considered proportions, and a palette that ages gracefully. But more than any style, we're committed to authenticity. Your home should feel like an extension of who you are, not a replica of someone else's taste.

That's why we never start with a mood board. We start with a conversation.

What Guides Us

Intentional Design

Every decision has a reason. We don't add elements for the sake of filling space. Each piece, material, and color serves a purpose in the overall composition of your home.

Quality Over Trends

Trends fade. Quality endures. We invest in materials and craftsmanship that will look and feel as good in ten years as they do today. Timeless always outperforms trendy.

Collaborative Process

Your input isn't just welcome, it's essential. We work alongside you at every stage, ensuring the final result reflects your vision, your lifestyle, and your personality.

Meet Our Designers

A small, dedicated team with complementary strengths and a shared commitment to exceptional design.

Claire Duval

Principal Designer & Founder

Parsons-trained with 15 years of experience across residential and hospitality projects. Claire leads every project with an eye for proportion, materiality, and the subtle details that make a space feel complete.

James Nakamura

Senior Designer

With a background in architecture and eight years in interior design, James brings spatial intelligence and technical precision to every project. He specializes in kitchen and bath renovations.

Sofia Reyes

Design Associate & Stylist

Sofia has an exceptional talent for sourcing unique pieces and creating layered, lived-in interiors. She manages vendor relationships and styling for all photo shoots and installations.

Awards & Press

Best Residential Interior

National Design Awards, 2024

Featured Studio

Architectural Digest, 2023

Rising Firm of the Year

Interior Design Magazine, 2022

Top 50 Designers

Elle Decor, 2024

Excellence in Hospitality Design

Boutique Design Awards, 2023

Published Work

Dwell, House Beautiful, Domino

Let's Create Something Together

We take on a limited number of projects each year to ensure every client receives our full attention and care.

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