ABOUT

THE FIRM

We built our studio on the belief that there’s a big difference between a house and a home. Opened in 2010 and refining our skills ever since, we are a business of designers, project managers and interior stylists who have turned our obsession for incredible spaces into luxe residential design projects.

design principals & co-founders

JESSICA SCHWARTZ

Jessica has spent her entire professional career in design, initially in the exclusive world of fine jewelry.  Refining her eye for detail and form, she now turns her attention to larger-scale design and prides herself on creating spaces that are as beautiful as they are functional.  She has experience in residential, retail, and commercial projects.  Jessica’s versatility as a designer allows her to make careful considerations for her clients’ budgets and timelines through custom interiors and project management.

Jessica holds a Masters's Degree in Interior Architecture from the New England School of Art and Design and an undergraduate degree from Cornell University where she majored in Product Development. She held positions with local architecture firms before launching her eponymous studio.

RYAN STANTON

Ryan has always had a passion for design and was able to turn that dream into a reality with neighbor and friend Jessica Schwartz. Before SSDG, Ryan worked in the corporate world but always wanted to do something more intimate that allowed him to explore his creative side. With an education in entrepreneurship and a passion for history, art, and design, Ryan brings a unique set of experiences to each project. Working with a network of skilled trades, craftspeople, vendors, and suppliers, Ryan strives to create spaces that clients are proud to call home.