A Guide : Top Designers to Know in Los Angeles & New York

Across Los Angeles and New York, the most compelling work today reflects a shift toward

integrated design—where architecture, interiors, and materiality exist as part of a single, cohesive vision. These designers represent a broader evolution in the discipline, one that prioritizes experience, narrative, and the creation of complete environments.

Shawn Henderson

Based in New York, Shawn Henderson brings a quiet sophistication to his work, emphasizing proportion, craftsmanship, and understated luxury. His interiors reflect a refined minimalism grounded in material richness.

Kelly Wearstler

A defining force in Los Angeles design, Kelly Wearstler continues to push boundaries with bold use of form, color, and material. Her work spans residential, hospitality, and commercial projects, each with a strong point of view.

Studio Shamshiri

Studio Shamshiri’s work is rooted in narrative and context, often combining architectural rigor with a layered, cinematic approach to interiors. Their projects feel both intellectual and deeply intuitive.

22 Interiors

22 Interiors is known for creating highly personalized spaces that balance comfort and

sophistication. Their work blends modern living with tailored detailing, resulting in interiors that feel both refined and livable.

Night Palm

Night Palm brings a bold and expressive approach to interiors, often combining sculptural forms, rich textures, and contemporary influences to create spaces that feel immersive and distinctive.

Sandra Fox Interiors

Sandra Fox Interiors focuses on creating warm, elegant environments rooted in materiality and balance. Her work reflects a thoughtful approach to proportion, layering, and timeless residential design.

Luis Fernandez

Working between Los Angeles and New York, Luis Fernandez is an interior and architectural designer known for refined, materially driven interiors and architecturally grounded spaces. Recognized as part of the Elle Decor A-List, his work reflects a balance of rigor and warmth—often blending modernist principles with a tactile, lived-in sensibility.