25 Top Interior Designers to Check Out
Discover the top interior designers working in the industry and what makes them special.
We’ve all been spending a lot (like, a lot) of time in our homes lately, but even when a global pandemic isn’t forcing us into full-on homebody mode, it’s nice to feel good about your space. You can find home inspo online, of course, but it also never hurts to turn to the professionals. There are tons of home decorators out there beautifying houses and apartments, and their techniques can offer you ideas for your home too. Check out these top interior designers!
25 Top Interior Designers You Should Know
1. Nicole Gibbons
Nicole Gibbons has gained national attention as a go-to room decorator for shows on HGTV, TLC, OWN and more, but she also continues to design spaces for families. Her vibe is bold and eclectic, and she’s not afraid to mix different styles and time periods. She also loves sharing approachable decorating tips for newbie home decorators.
2. Eric Hughes
New York City-based Eric Hughes’s roster of clients includes celebs like Andy Cohen, Katie Couric, Lauren Graham, and Sarah Jessica Parker… which should tell you all you need to know about how striking his work is! He launched his interior design business after working in the entertainment world and now decorates beautiful spaces for people in LA and NYC.
3. Laura Hodges
In 2020, Laura Hodges was named a House Beautiful Next Wave Designer and one of Sotheby’s Top 20 Home Designers. It’s no wonder she’s quickly made a name for herself as one of the top interior designers in the Baltimore and Washington DC region. Laura aims for tailored, elegant spaces, and also owns a home decor shop that features fair trade and sustainable pieces.
4. Thomas Jayne
The Jayne Design Studio has its HQ in New York City but it creates spaces for clients all over the world. Thomas Jayne looks for design inspiration in eras from across history, which makes each room feel that much more unique.
5. Alessandra Branca
Now a Chicagoan, Alessandra Branca grew up in Rome, a dreamy city that continues to influence her design work. She fills spaces with rich colors, antique details, classical details and one-of-a-kind accessories that really make them feel special and personal. Alessandra’s work relies heavily on patterns and textures, which you might consider modeling in your own home.
6. Kathryn M. Ireland
While interior designer Kathryn M. Ireland now calls Los Angeles home, she spent her younger years in the UK, which comes through in her gorgeous room decor. In addition to her work on lush interiors, Kathryn also designs textiles—and if you were a fan of the Bravo show Million Dollar Decorators, you just might recognize her signature West Coast meets Europe vibe.
7. Justina Blakeney
Justina Blakeney is a big believer in colors, pattern and global style—and she’ll make you a believer too. In addition to her work as a designer and as a Target Home Style Expert, Justina is the founder and creative director of a home decor brand called Jungalow, which means you can bring her design sensibility into your own surroundings.
8. Frank de Biasi
Frank de Biasi uses his years of experience working in the appraisals department at Christie’s New York to up his skills as a home decorator—and it’s paid off in awards and recognition by design magazines. He prides himself in creating environments that photograph beautifully and function well for the people who live in them.
9. Nate Berkus
If there’s a true celebrity interior decorator of our time, it just might be Nate Berkus. Oprah introduced him to the world back in 2002 and since then, he’s developed product lines, starred on design TV shows and continued to create beautiful spaces for his clients, many of whom are A-list celebs themselves. Nate’s design aesthetic leans toward more masculine fabrics and colors and features lots of clean, elegant lines.
10. Rayman Boozer
Interior decorator Rayman Boozer is well-known in the design industry for his love of color—not to mention his talent for bringing it to life in all kinds of homes, no matter their size. A regular fixture on “best of” design lists, Rayman’s inspiration comes from the design magazines he grew up reading as a child in Indiana.
11. Emily Henderson
Born and raised in Utah and Oregon, beloved interior designer Emily Henderson now runs her business out of Los Angeles, and she brings pieces of all of these places to the spaces she puts together. Her designs blend elements of coastal, rustic, and feminine—and her expertise extends to the entertainment world as well! Emily is also an author and TV host and teaches a course on Skillshare on styling your space!
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12. Chanae Richards
Philadelphia native Chanae RIchards is the CEO and principal Designer of ọlọrọ interiors, which has offices in both Philly and NYC. The spaces she styles are clean and eclectic, and her designs will get your wheels turning on how to mix new pieces with items you’ve had for years.
13. Nicole Fuller
Luxury interior designer Nicole Fuller is the founder and principal of Nicole Fuller Interiors, which creates stunning, unique spaces for people and businesses all over the world. Nicole works with many well-known clients, including Zac Posen and DJ Khaled. Her style ranges from soft and romantic to eclectic and glamorous.
14. Alyssa Kapito
Do you go for a more minimalist aesthetic? So does award-winning designer Alyssa Kapito, one of the top NYC interior designers in the game right now. Her designs have a distinct Hamptons vibe with a heavy dose of elegance.
15. Redd Kaihoi
The Redd Kaihoi design firm in New York City is the brainchild of top NYC interior designer Miles Redd and David Kaihoi, an artist and decorator who worked for Miles Redd’s firm for many years before teaming up with him for this new endeavor. The Redd Kaihoi look mixes high- and low-priced items, strong colors, and an eye-catching blend of traditional and contemporary elements.
16. Sheila Bridges
Sheila Bridges was named America’s Best Interior Designer by CNN and Time Magazine—and if that’s not enough to convince you that she’s a rock star, her distinctive designs should do the trick. Fun fact: she’s put together office spaces for former President Bill Clinton and his staff and has worked on projects for institutions like Columbia and Princeton University.
17. Suzanne Kasler
Suzanne Kasler’s sometimes traditional, sometimes whimsical work has been featured in many publications and design books. Her spaces have something for everyone.
18. Victoria Hagan
Award-winning home decorator Victoria Hagan prides herself on her ability to capture “restrained elegance” and the New American Classic style. Her work is luxurious, classic and hits all the right notes.
19. Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Ever wondered who style icons like Elton John and Kylie Jenner trust with the design of their homes? The answer is Martyn Lawrence Bullard, a commercial and residential designer known for his understanding of styles from glam to mid-century modern and beyond. He’s even created Zoom backgrounds to spruce up your home workspace!
20. Tiffany Brooks
In 2013, Tiffany Brooks was pronounced the winner of HGTV’s Design Stars and has been a visible member of the HGTV family since then, most notably hosting the network’s Smart Home Giveaway series. Tiffany and her team of home decorators design spaces all over the country and take special pride in personalizing spaces for clients’ needs and tastes.
21. Kelly Wearstler
Kelly Wearstler takes her passion for design to everything from architecture to hotel decor to product design and beyond! Her beautiful eye for interiors has earned her recognition from countless design publications and organizations, along with many high-profile commercial and residential clients.
22. Nick Olsen
Nick Olsen has gained attention from design magazines and clients alike, thanks to his impressive ability to blend the old and the new and seamlessly integrate different design styles. He also designs fabrics and wallpapers.
23. Courtney McLeod
As the founder and principal of Right Meets Left Interior Design—and one of the top NYC interior designers—Courtney McLeod gives clients spaces “rooted in an ideal balance of innovative design (right brain) and analytical rigor (left brain).” The rooms she creates will get you excited to get down to the business of experimenting with interior design yourself.
24. Young Huh
Young Huh has racked up quite the list of impressive recognitions—the Elle Decor 2020 A-List, Vogue Rising Star, House & Garden’s Top 100 Interior Designers and more. Her work reflects her passion for design history and her eye for patterns and details.
25. Linda Hayslett
Celebrated interior designer Linda Hayslett of LH. Designs brings her background in the entertainment and fashion industries to every space she puts together. Her work is a perfect blend of East and West Coast, and has been celebrated by many design magazines and organizations.
Who Is the Most Famous Interior Designer?
Interior design is obviously a subjective business, which means hard to claim that any single interior decorator is the best or most famous. But there are a few heavy hitters in the space who are especially well-known these days!
In addition to many of the big names mentioned above—Nate Berkus, Emily Henderson, Martyn Lawrence Bullard and Kelly Wearstler—Joanna Gaines, Bobby Berk and Jonathan Adler are among the most famous interior designers working today. For more famous designers, check out this link!
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