NLD DESIGNS

Art and design have shaped my life from the very beginning. Raised by an entrepreneurial father and an accomplished artist mother, I grew up surrounded by creativity and developed an early appreciation for craftsmanship, beauty, and thoughtful detail. My formal design journey began at the Toledo Museum of Art and ultimately led me to Texas Tech University, where I earned a BFA in Jewelry Design and Metalsmithing.

 

After launching my own jewelry line, I expanded my creative foundation into interiors, becoming a Certified Interior Decorator in 2017 and more recently completing my Certificate in Interior Design. As a military spouse for 17 years, I lived across the country and experienced more than eight moves, shaping my understanding of how thoughtfully designed spaces create comfort, function, and a true sense of home.

 

Now based in Fallbrook with my two children, two dogs, two lizards, and a lively flock of chickens, I bring both creativity and real-life perspective to every project. My work has grown from helping friends and family to designing a wide range of residential projects, along with select commercial spaces, across the United States. Projects have ranged from consulting and single-room renovations to staging multimillion-dollar residences and overseeing full-home remodels, as well as collaborating with local nonprofit organizations to help elevate and improve their facilities.

 

At the heart of my work is a deeply personal approach to design — creating spaces that are refined yet livable, beautiful yet functional, and thoughtfully tailored to enrich the daily life of each of my clients.