Melanie Elston

Melanie Elston

"Home should be a comfortable reflection of our best self. My goal is to put the pieces of the puzzle together to understand what makes each client unique and to translate that essence into a beautiful space." - Melanie Elston

Melanie understands her clients are sophisticated and multifaceted individuals with an array of interests, and her design aesthetic reflects this vibrant complexity. While each project is unique, her hallmark interiors are at once eclectic and elegant, bold and subtle, a marriage of modern and vintage. Colors are warm, fabrics and textures are inviting, and the result is a space that feels like home: graceful and comfortable.

During her career, Melanie has been privileged to work with esteemed firms from Dallas to Vail to Chicago, where she worked with Nate Berkus. Her informed taste, enthusiastic accessibility, and sage advice have elicited respect and repeat business from a discerning clientele. Melanie currently works on projects across Virginia, the southeast and Chicago.

Jake Milton

Jake Milton

Jake's approach to interior design is informed by his first love - architecture. He excels when presented with a creative challenge, and marrying the architectural feeling of a space with the needs of those who use it is where Jake thrives.

For those unique spaces that require bespoke solutions, Jake has a passion for custom furniture design - ensuring every space has the needed features to make it both stand out and serve its desired function.

With experience in new construction and renovation projects, Jake believes the best design work lives at the intersection of both beauty and functionality. This dual mindset of possibility and practicality shows up every day in the strong relationships he develops with clients.

Jake brings a collaborative approach to every project. He loves nothing more than rolling up his sleeves and working side by side with a client to bring their vision to life. His intense eye for detail means not only is every space perfectly suited to meet their needs, it also ensures the journey from idea to reality is a smooth one, all the way through installation and the finishing touches.