Our Approach
Our philosophy: describe the overall team philosophy here. What is your signature style, how do you set yourself apart, what is your personality working with you like?
I opened my design studio in 2009 to help clients create timeless and vibrant homes as a backdrop for life, from the big moments to the everyday routine.
Founder & Principal Designer
Courtney Smith
SPOTIFY RECENTS:
Stevie Wonder, French Jazz, Yacht Rock (cringe)
SUPER POWERS: pattern mixing and multi-tasking
ROCKET FUEL: iced latte, extra toasty cheez-its, thrilled clients
FAVORITE COLOR: all shades of green
DESIGN DON'TS: gray and beige (drab isn't fab)
COVETED TREASURES: anything our kids make, my gold charm bracelet, a special art commission
PALETTE CLEANSER: travel, especially when it requires a passport
DESIGNER IDOL WORSHIP: Billy Baldwin, Albert Hadley, Dorothy Draper
YOU CAN FIND ME: in my office, out to dinner, scouring estate sales and flea markets for treasure
CAREER PATH: interior design via institutional equity derivative sales
“We now enjoy spending more time in our home and so does everyone else.”
The space Courtney and her team created is a much better version than what we could have envisioned. I can’t thank her enough for what she has done.” – JH
“We are thrilled with what Courtney and Sarah designed.”
Our apartment lives comfortably for our family on a daily basis, and we can entertain at a moment’s notice. We couldn’t be happier and are so grateful!” – RR
Sarah joined CBSD in 2023 after completing several projects of her own in and around Marblehead, MA. One of her many gifts is sourcing magic for clients, whether we’re looking for the perfect piece of art, a special vintage treasure, or a specific furniture shape.
DIRECTOR OF PROCUREMENT (AKA TRUFFLE PIG)
Sarah Crawford
SPOTIFY RECENTS:
Stevie Wonder, French Jazz, Yacht Rock (cringe)
SUPER POWERS: pattern mixing and multi-tasking
ROCKET FUEL: iced latte, extra toasty cheez-its, thrilled clients
FAVORITE COLOR: all shades of green
DESIGN DON'TS: gray and beige (drab isn't fab)
COVETED TREASURES: anything our kids make, my gold charm bracelet, a special art commission
PALETTE CLEANSER: travel, especially when it requires a passport
DESIGNER IDOL WORSHIP: Billy Baldwin, Albert Hadley, Dorothy Draper
YOU CAN FIND ME: in my office, out to dinner, scouring estate sales and flea markets for treasure
CAREER PATH: interior design via institutional equity derivative sales