The Washington, DC, area interior designers, landscape pros, and architects on the AD PRO Directory are clearly making the nations capital a more stylish place. Indoors, these firms bring bold color palettes, masterful mixes of vintage and modern pieces, and one-of-a-kind custom furnishings to homes inside the Beltway and beyond. Outdoors, theyre creating landscapes that will thrive for years to come, and coexist in harmony with the areas natural surroundings.With Neoclassical government buildings, modernist cultural institutions, and Gothic Revival cathedrals, the capital city is filled with beautiful designand these talents are adding to the citys sophisticated reputation with their creative residences. Whether youre renovating a home in Bethesda or decorating a town house in Georgetown, these 25 AD-approved Washington, DC, area interior designers, landscape specialists, and architects are sure to fit the bill.Interior DesignersStorie CollectiveFunctional and elegant, this spacious family kitchen by Storie Collective features a large island and gorgeous stone aplenty. The studio tapped fellow AD PRO Directory member Unique Kitchens and Baths for the bespoke cabinetry.Stacy Zarin GoldbergIf a timeless look is what youre after, Storie Collectivethe Georgetown-based studio led by Sara Swabbmight just be a fit. With an approach that balances new and custom pieces with family heirlooms, Storie Collectives interiors are informed, layered, and personal, with a charming mix of textures and natural materials to boot. Some of their recent projects include a Dutch Colonial in Chevy Chase and a 1936 Colonial Revival in Bethesda. Its clear to see why those clients went with Swabb: Though her choices respect the integrity of the original home, theyre also fresh and appealing for the way we live now.Sanabria and CoThe bedroom nook in this Logan Circle town house designed by Sanabria and Co is a master class in coziness, with a supple boucl bed and an enveloping, botanical wall covering.Angela Newton Roy PhotographyCoastal grandma meets Swedish professor? Dutch library meets English kitchen? Unexpected pairings like these somehow totally work in the very compelling portfolio of Sanabria and Co. The firm, led by Melissa Sanabria, embraces diverse inspirations, bringing out their best and brightest details for a look thats fresh. Their strength is in turnkey historic home renovations and whole-home furnishing projects, and, in each, they infuse a distinct and personal sense of luxury. With projects ranging from Federal-style row houses to midcentury-infused Catskills cabins, this Capitol Hill studio is one not to miss.Ann Gottlieb DesignAnn Gottlieb Design outfitted the primary bathroom of a home in Great Falls, Virginia, with an oversized shower, a custom white oak vanity with a counter surface continuing into the shower, and deep blue zellige tiles on all walls and ceiling.Photo by Angela Newton Roy Photography. Styling by Kristi Hunter.In 2020, designer Ann Gottlieb brought her years of experience working for top firms such as Gensler to her own eponymous studio based in Fairfax, Virginia. Gottlliebs background in high-end hospitality allows the designer and her team to work fast and smart to create comfortable and luxurious residential interiors that often incorporate unique spaces, such as spas or even a champagne-tasting room. The firms style leans modern and eclectic and draws on global inspiration, but each project is always driven by the clients personal taste and the home itself. Ann Gottlieb Design works on whole-home renovations and decorating projects in the DC area and beyond.Interiors by DesignThis two-story great room in a Brookville, Maryland, home by Interiors by Design radiates opulence, showcasing custom niches adorned with an array of accessories that beautifully highlight the soaring fireplace wall.Kate WichlinskiSilver Spring, Marylandbased Interiors by Design doesnt shy away from luxurious details in its spaces, from striking ceiling treatments to jewel-toned accents. Dennese Guadeloupe Rojas leads a small but mighty team of five at the boutique design firm, which works on residential, commercial, and multifamily development projects globally. Interiors by Design layers elements that speak to the clients lifestyle and aesthetic with an eye-catching mix of textures and finishes, resulting in spaces that feel polished yet personal. The team works closely with each client to uncover their vision for their home and bring it to life, managing each aspect of the project along the way.Bungalow 10 InteriorsFor a new construction home in Arlington, Virginia, Bungalow 10 Interiors fulfilled their client's brief by mixing modern and traditional elements and keeping the space clean and open.Angela Newton Roy Photography Styling: Kristi HunterLed by designer Kristin Harrison, Bungalow 10 Interiors crafts beautiful homes that are meant to be lived in and enjoyed. The Great Falls, Virginiabased firm specializes in full-home renovations and new builds, bringing a cohesive sense of style to a clients entire home. Harrison and her team put an emphasis on sustainability and functionality, blending new and vintage pieces to create spaces that feel curated and imbued with a sense of history and character. Bungalow 10 Interiors works with clients across the country and offers virtual design services for clients with smaller projects or tight timelines.DuVl DesignDuVl Design mixed dark academia and grand millennial styles in a bedroom in an Atlanta home, covering the walls in a moody Moooi wallcovering by Arte.Rustic White PhotographyFairfax, Virginiabased DuVl Design puts as much thought into its design process as it does into its elegant interiors. The firms three-phase, seven-step process provides clarity and transparency to even the most complex projects. DuVl and his team work in an array of styles, collaborating with clients to devise spaces that showcase their unique aesthetics, from a sophisticated Alexandria home mixing traditional and modern to a lively and eclectic Alice in Wonderlandinspired Virginia sunroom. The firm works on projects across the East Coast, including Washington, DC, New York, Atlanta, and Palm Beach.Sroka Design Inc.Drawing inspiration from the Saarinen House at Cranbrook, Sroka Design Inc. gut-renovated this apartment in a historic building in the Kalorama neighborhood. A collected, cool atmosphere welcomes visitors into the room, which functions for the couple as well as large cocktail parties.Erik KvalsvikWhen Washingtons elite need their homes refreshed or reinvented, they turn to designer Skip Sroka. For over 35 years, Sroka Design Inc. has brought its well-trained eye to residential interiors across the East Coast. Srokas designs draw from his deep knowledge of design, art, and history, blending traditional and modern styles into classic yet creative spaces enhanced with custom furnishings and architectural details. From country retreats to waterfront town houses, the firm crafts gracious homes that are made for comfortable living and elegant entertaining.Bonnie Ammon InteriorsThis apricot-hued dining room by Bonnie Amon Interiors combines old treasuressuch as the table, which is a family heirloom, and a vintage chandelierwith new ones. The space features a custom rug by Stark, wallpaper by Mary McDonald for Schumacher, and Woodbridge Furniture chairs.Geoffrey HodgdonBonnie Ammon entered the interior design profession after a cool 15 years in the financial sectora background that helps contextualize her value-driven approach. Spending a decade at interior design firms before founding her own, Ammon has the experience to deliver results that her luxury clients love. She also respects collaboration, putting a high value on listening and prioritizing homeowners unique needs throughout an engagement. Shes not afraid to embrace diverse styles, either, with industrial-inspired, traditional, and French country interiors all in her portfolio.Unique Kitchens and BathsA striking marble backsplash and hood take center stage in a Clarksville, Maryland, kitchen designed by Unique Kitchens and Baths and outfitted with French gray cabinetry and walnut drawer fronts.Stacy Zarin GoldbergFounder Tanya Smith-Shiflett and her team at Unique Kitchens and Baths focus on a homes most functional spaces. The Halethorpe, Marylandbased firm fashions bespoke kitchens and bathrooms using luxurious materials and custom cabinetry crafted in the United States. With a portfolio boasting everything from industrial to farmhouse-style kitchens, Unique Kitchens and Baths can translate any aesthetic into a workhorse space that will become the heart of the home. The firm has three showrooms in the DC area and will be opening branches in New York and Nashville. The team also collaborates with top talents on custom cabinetry lines.Regan Billingsley InteriorsRegan Billingsley Interiors transformed a traditional formal living room into a fashionable space for the homeowner to relax, recharge, and entertain girlfriends, accenting the space with fashion-forward fabrics and a Jenna Krypell wall sculpture.Photography by Annie Schlechter. Styling by Limonata CreativeDesigner Regan Billingsley crafts residences for every stage of life, from homes for growing families to retirement retreats. Billingsley founded her eponymous residential and commercial design firm in 2013, and since then, it has grown to encompass offices in Washington, DC, and Naples, Florida, offering a full menu of services from concept design to art consultation. The firm is known for setting a timeless foundation, then layering in color, pattern, worldly accents, and energetic art. Billingsley takes an individualized approach to each project, creating experiential and evocative rooms.Byron RisdonFor Byron Risdons own home in the Brookland neighborhood, the designer put his personal aesthetic on display, incorporating vintage furniture and modern art. My goal was to create a comfortable, tailored space that is both striking and inviting, says Risdon. Its a mix of new and vintage items I have acquired over the years from auction hunting, sourcing for projects, and traveling.After years of working as a designer in New York, Byron Risdon founded his eponymous firm in Washington, DC, in 2016. Risdons spaces feel expertly curated and feature a timeless yet functional mix of pieces from a variety of periods layered with statement art and plenty of personal touches. The designer takes a collaborative and individual approach with clients and focuses on creating spaces that evoke a feeling as soon as you step inside. The firm offers a full range of services for residential and commercial clients, from furniture and fixture selections for new builds and renovations to interior architecture and design consulting.Darlene MolnarIn the dining room of this historic Capitol Hill residence, designer Darlene Molnar paired hammered-iron Louis XVstyle dining chairs with a walnut table and distressed area rug. A brass-clad bar cabinet brings a quirky yet sophisticated sculptural element to the room, and the marble fireplace, ornate crown moldings, and pine floors are among the preserved details in the 1890 town house.Styling bt Limonata Creative & Photo by Stacy Zarin GoldbergRather than infuse her own style on a project, designer Darlene Molnar helps bring out and translate each clients signature style into highly personal interiors that beautifully blend a mix of influences. The designer cut her teeth at a top architectural firm in Washington, DC, before launching her own eponymous firm in 2010. Molnar and her team take on a select number of projects at a time, allowing the designer to give her clients individualized attention and lead them through the process from beginning to end. The firm works with clients in the DC area and nationwide and offers services ranging from project management to custom furniture design.Zoe Feldman DesignZoe Feldman created a bold, nature-inspired space to elevate a DC condo. The purple hues accentuate the rooms Beaux Arts architecture, pairing seamlessly with the pink House of Hackney wallpaper. The moody dining room contrasts the light, neutral kitchen, adding further dimension to the space.Its hard not to smile when entering a room designed by Zoe Feldman. The designer, who studied at the Parsons School of Design and trained under Alexa Hampton, is known for her creative mix of classic and modern style accented with bits of playfulness. The firm, which was founded in 2004, finds inspiration in art, film, architecture, and fashion and blends these influences together to create its signature brand of modernized classicism. Zoe Feldman Design also keeps the environment top of mind and is committed to making their projectsand companygreener by incorporating vintage pieces whenever possible, repurposing or reimagining existing elements, and supporting charities and reforestation efforts.Lorna Gross Interior DesignDesigner Lorna Gross drew inspiration from the bespoke train cars of the Orient Express for the interiors of an 1870 row house in Georgetown. In the parlor, Gross added touches of glamor, including metallic wallpaper, Art Decoinspired furnishings, and a pair of dazzling chandeliers.Based in North Bethesda, Maryland, designer Lorna Gross boasts a roster of repeat residential and commercial clients throughout North America and Great Britain, thanks to her attention to detail and customized approach to each interior. The designer and her team at Lorna Gross Interior Design specialize in finding the perfect statement pieces and one-of-a-kind accents to make her clients homes truly unique. The firm offers concierge-like service and can handle all the detailsfrom space planning to selecting beddinggiving their busy clients peace of mind and stylish, turn-key homes.APPLY NOWGrow your business with the AD PRO DirectoryArrowSolis Betancourt & SherrillSolis Betancourt & Sherrill accented the dining room of a Telluride, Colorado, home with a sculptural artist-made bronze table and slumped glass chandelier.Marcos GalvanySolis Betancourt & Sherrill has been delighting clients with their understated, elegant interiors for over 33 years. Lead by principals Jose Solis Betancourt and Paul Sherrill, the firm is known for its ability to bring a comfortable and tranquil feel to projects in a variety of styles, such as a Provence-inspired retreat in Watermill, an art-filled home in El Paso, and a glamorous residence on Embassy Row. Solis Betancourt & Sherrill works on residential projects across the country and internationally, and the firms timeless work has been celebrated in the monograph Essential Elegance.Paul Corrie InteriorsIn the kitchen of a Bethesda home, designer Paul Corrie selected a soft beige palette, including Farrow & Balls Drop Cloth, which coats the custom Cabriole Studio Cabinetry. An Urban Electric pendant light hangs above the island and the Thomas Hayes Studio stools.Designer Paul Corrie takes inspiration for his interiors from DCs classic homes, adding his own modern twist to create spaces that feel fresh yet familiar. Antiques and vintage pieces mingle with bold art, contemporary accents, and rich color palettes in the boutique design firms livable and sophisticated interiors, which have earned it multi-repeat clients. Paul Corrie Interiors works with residential and commercial clients and tackles projects throughout the United States and abroad.Lisa & LeroyFor a condo in Capitol Hill, Lisa & Leroy found inspiration in the hues of vintage glass. The team decked out the living room in captivating jewel tones and installed built-ins to make the most of the small space.Stacy Zarin GoldbergLed by owner and creative director Lisa Shaffer, Lisa & Leroys interiors are a feast for the eyes. The bold and imaginative spaces are filled with unexpected color palettes, whimsical patterns, and rich textures. The full-service studio prides itself on its detail-oriented approach and ability to execute design and construction projects thanks to its team of designers, construction experts, and carpenters. Lisa & Leroy brings its spirited style to projects in the DC area and around the world.Drysdale Design AssociatesIn a bedroom of a Bethesda penthouse, Drysdale Design Associates added a grid of maple millwork to bring warmth and a luxe feel to the small space.Boasting 35 years of experience, Drysdale Design Associates specializes in renovations and projects involving architectural detail. Led by founder Mary Douglas Drysdale, the firms projects have a timeless quality and feature beautifully curated art collections, elegant color palettes, and bespoke furnishings. Drysdale is skilled at interior planning, and shes able to bring out the best in every space, whether by installing millwork to transform a petite bedroom or adding a black door to bring contrast to a modern apartment.ArchitectsNicholas Potts StudioIn this 1920 row house, Nicholas Potts relocated the kitchen to a former sunporch, transforming the main floor with clear sight lines, ample natural light, and space for todays lifestyles. The finishes in the kitchen, including custom near-black cabinets and a soft monochromatic palette, create a crisp reinterpretation of the houses existing architecture.Jennifer HughesAfter earning his stripes at top firms such as SHoP Architects and Bjarke Ingels Group, Nicholas G Potts brought his extensive design knowledge to his own DC firm. Pottss command of design and architectural history is evident in his residential designs, which feel inventive and exciting yet also appropriate to the period of the home. From a modern pied--terre in the famed Watergate Complex to a 1920s row house brought back to its previous glory, the firm has worked with homes of many different eras, adding exquisite materials and details that nod to the residences original character.Purple Cherry ArchitectsDurston SaylorArchitect Cathy Purple Cherry brings over 30 years of experience to the homes she takes on for clientsand it shows. Her practice, which operates out of Annapolis, Middleburg, Charlottesville, and New York, is comfortable working across a wide range of scales and styles. And busy homeowners will be relieved to know that her office can be a one-stop-shop, too, as it offers both architectural and interior design services. Across all of their projects is a sensitivity to the emotional connection clients have with their spaces and an utmost respect for form.Third Street ArchitectureThe row house home of Third Street Architectures founder Sarah Stouffer is an exemplar of her firms studied approach to historic renovation. Quiet, elevated, and full of character, the space is formulated for a modern resident while retaining the structures original charm.Christy KosnicThe DC- and Minneapolis-based firm Third Street Architecture is well-versed in updating historic homes for contemporary livingincluding local row houses, which make up a sizable chunk of the offices portfolio. Founder and principal Sarah Snouffers background in design-build offers Third Street an edge when it comes to construction, both for project oversight and a structures finer details. Through their client-centered approach, they devise spaces that are highly livable with period touches.Landis Architects | BuildersDuring the complete renovation of a Chevy Chase, Maryland, Rambler-style home, Landis Architects | Builders designed and built a completely new house, leaving only a few foundation walls standing. The modern kitchens cabinets, made by Henrybuilt, are crafted with immaculate care and precision, and the fluted paneling on the kitchen island brings timeless sophistication to the space.Matt Dandy, Matthew Dandy PhotographyLandis Architects | Builders is a one-stop for renovations, historic home restorations, and new builds in the DC area. Founded over 34 years ago, the design-build firm boasts a multidisciplinary team of architects, designers, and builders and offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes everything from consulting to construction. From stately penthouses to cozy family homes, Landis Architects | Builders brings its expertise to a wide range of project types and sizes, including whole-home and single-room renovations and new additions. The firms commitment to craftsmanship and attention to detail shows in its diverse residential portfolio.AV Architects + BuildersFor a new custom home in Great Falls, Virginia, AV Architects + Builders devised a plan consisting of four different pavilions surrounding outdoor living spaces and a pool. Maxwell MacKenzieGreat Falls, Virginiabased AV Architects + Builders specializes in custom and semi-custom homes and renovations in Northern Virginia and Maryland. The firm, which is led by husband-and-wife team Francisca and Antonio Alonso, designs with its philosophy of Vacation Style Living in mind, devising Mediterranean-inspired everyday retreats that allow for indoor-outdoor living and promote a sense of well-being. AV Architects + Builders adapts its signature Mid-Atlantic Modern style to each project site, making sure the home feels connected to its natural surroundings.Bohl ArchitectsBohl Architects fashioned a modern home with a cantilevered glass room along the water in Annapolis, Maryland.David BurroughsWith nearly 50 years of experience and a portfolio that boasts homes from Maryland to La La Land, Bohl Architects has proven time and again that it can do it all. Based in Annapolis, Maryland, the firm is driven by the principles of sustainability, historic preservation, and biophilic designallowing its projects to enhance the lives of its occupants, the community, and the earth. While the firm appreciates and protects the past, it also looks to the future, experimenting with the latest technologies, such as virtual reality.Outdoor DesignOehme, van Sweden Landscape ArchitectureFor this landscape, Oehme, van Sweden submerged portions of the pools Roxbury granite coping to help give it more of a pond-like feela look thats also supported by placing vegetation up against the waters edge. Architect John B. Murray designed the pool house.Durston Saylor / Architect: John B. MurrayI like it wild. So said Wolfgang Oehme, the late cofounder of the long-beloved landscape firm Oehme, van Sweden. The studio, which has been in operation for over 40 years, made its name in free-form, year-round gardens filled with rich, textural plantings and, often, water features. Having designed for landmarks including the Federal Reserve Building, Hudson River Park, and even celebrities private homesOprah is a clientOehme, van Sweden is legendary for a reason.Are you looking for an interior decorator or designer to hire for your next project? Wherever you are in the US, visit the AD PRO Directory to browse our list of AD-approved designers and find your match for a design consultation