THE STUDIO
Our work is all about lifestyle and purpose; which covers everything from large mixed-use developments to cozy single-family homes, hotels, restaurants, workspaces, and custom furniture design. We’re based in Austin, Texas, but we love working with clients from all over the country.
At the heart of what we do is a simple goal: creating spaces that bring people together, and show how thoughtful design can make life better for everyone. We want you to feel like part of the team, sharing the fun and excitement as your ideas take shape.
As a full-service interior design studio, we’ve got you covered—from dreaming up the concept and putting together detailed plans to sourcing materials and managing the whole project. We’ll take care of construction oversight, handle installations, and even design custom pieces to make sure everything fits your style perfectly.
Grace crews
designer, urbanspace interiors
What is your Hometown and where else, if anywhere, did you pass through before getting to Austin?
I grew up in the deep woods of East Texas and moved to Austin for college.
What is your philosophy and approach to design?
Less is more, except when more is more fun.
What would you say is your favorite era in design or which aesthetic/style do you lean towards?
This changes weekly. My style has a shorter lifespan than a houseplant. I love it all!
Who is a designer or architect you admire or get inspiration from most?
My dad!
What is your favorite furniture piece or line?
Gubi, because I’m basic sometimes.
How do you like to spend your time outside of the office?
I like anything that has to do with the outdoors like swimming, climbing, camping, riding horses, hiking, adventures with my dog Ranger, and traveling.
Give me an interesting fact about yourself that someone might not know about you.
For someone who loves to sleep I don’t sleep enough at all, I don’t really like my birthday it stresses me out, and Grace is my middle name.
What is your favorite overused design phrase or word?
Witerally, max capace, good heavens.
If you could have dinner with any 3 people dead or alive who would they be?
My grandpa, Zach Galifianakis, and your mom.
Give me one joke. Something short and sweet.
Why don’t skeletons fight each other?
They don’t have the guts!
LAURA KUCAN
ASSISTANT designer + PROJECT COORDINATOR, urbanspace interiors
What is your Hometown and where else, if anywhere, did you pass through before getting to Austin?
I am from Ohio and went to The Ohio State University, then I lived in Chicago for a bit and now I’m here in Austin.
What is your philosophy and approach to design?
Just vibes.
What would you say is your favorite era in design or which aesthetic/style do you lean towards?
Mid-Century eclectic and anything weird.
Who is a designer or architect you admire or get inspiration from most?
Flack Studio as a whole.
What is your favorite furniture piece or line?
Tacchini.
How do you like to spend your time outside of the office?
Pilates, eating and drinking with friends, being snug with my cats, playing games, painting and collaging, anything wellness, scrolling on TikTok, walks and hikes, shopping and putting together outfits, and other girly pop things.
Give me an interesting fact about yourself that someone might not know about you.
I can hold a 5-minute plank.
What is your favorite overused design phrase or word?
It’s giving….
If you could have dinner with any 3 people dead or alive who would they be?
Matty Healy, Obama, Stevie Nicks.
Give me one joke. Something short and sweet.
Finishing any sentence with “that’s showbiz baby”.
natalie hardej
ASSISTANT designer, urbanspace interiors
What is your Hometown and where else, if anywhere, did you pass through before getting to Austin?
I was born and raised in Chicago, the best city, and then I lived in Poland, the motherland, for a few years before moving to Austin.
What is your philosophy and approach to design?
-Design should be a representation of the human experience while also influencing and guiding the functions of our society.
-Never sacrifice form for function but recognize the beauty in both simplicity and abundance. -Highlight individuality and freedom of expression. Always steer clear of a copy and paste.
-A space should feel lived in, used, never sterile and overly perfect or refined.
-Always, always, keep the user in mind. A space can drastically alter your mood and day from the moment you step in it. Make sure to design it in an internal way.
What would you say is your favorite era in design or which aesthetic/style do you lean towards?
I am known to be a proponent of 70’s vibes but also I’m incredibly inspired by the Bauhaus from its philosophies and approach to education to its impact on architecture and furniture design.
Who is a designer or architect you admire or get inspiration from most?
Flack Studio not only for its design but its approach to engaging with the design community.
Paradowski Studio, they produce incredible work that I feel like people don’t know about yet and they are a Polish design studio so I gotta rep my people!
Walter Gropius for starting the Bauhaus movement and paving the way for all the other architects and designers I want to list.
What is your favorite furniture piece or line?
I don’t believe in favorites, my mind changes too much and there is always something new I discover.
How do you like to spend your time outside of the office?
I’ve been really enjoying building my community. I’m also heavy into hobbies. I was a chef in another life and I love to have people over so I can over feed them, I paint when I can, thrift and gather items I plan on “altering” which just lay in a box and accumulate until I have a sporadic burst of sewing energy, reading in various parks while people watching, and just dabbling in any creative outlet that interests me at the moment.
Give me an interesting fact about yourself that someone might not know about you.
I have weird thumbs. One bends back and the other is straight.
What is your favorite overused design phrase or word?
Vibe.
If you could have dinner with any 3 people dead or alive who would they be?
Anthony Bourdain, Patti Smith, Carl Jung.
Give me one joke. Something short and sweet.
I know they say that money talks, but all mine says is “Goodbye.”
jacqueline hunt-bradley
designer, urbanspace interiors
What is your Hometown and where else, if anywhere, did you pass through before getting to Austin?
I was born in Vancouver Canada and moved to the States in middle school. I like to consider myself a Canadian-Texan.
What is your philosophy and approach to design?
I’m a functionalist at heart and care deeply about how people live and move within a space. I love to consider the end-user experience and how people will interact not only within the space but also with materials, lighting, furniture, and so much more.
What would you say is your favorite era in design or which aesthetic/style do you lean towards?
I’m a sucker for classic midcentury design. I’m also very excited about the direction that design is headed in as well. I’m constantly inspired by my surroundings (and Instagram feed)!
Who is a designer or architect you admire or get inspiration from most?
This is not a designer, but I love looking through the projects that are featured on The Local Project and Yellowtrace.
What is your favorite furniture piece or line?
My favorite furniture line is B&B Italia. My favorite piece depends on the day.
How do you like to spend your time outside of the office?
I love drinking some wine or cocktails on patios, hanging out with my Goldendoodle Ted and my husband, doing any kind of crafts & DIY projects, being active, gabbing with friends, trying new restaurants, and hanging out around bodies of water.
Give me an interesting fact about yourself that someone might not know about you.
I would love to design and build furniture one day and I’m the resident cocktail maker in my friend group!
What is your favorite overused design phrase or word?
Vibe.
If you could have dinner with any 3 people dead or alive who would they be?
Taylor Swift, Charles & Ray Eames, and Heath Ledger.
Give me one joke. Something short and sweet.
How do ghosts stay in shape? They exorcise.
Vanessa Gorrochategui
designer, urbanspace interiors
What is your Hometown and where else, if anywhere, did you pass through before getting to Austin?
I was born in Venezuela and raised in Austria, Australia, and the States. I moved to Austin 2 1/2 years ago. I’m a born Latina, raised European, and American by association.
What is your philosophy and approach to design?
I believe in the storyteller approach. The spaces I create reflect the client, what they love, what they do, where they have been, and where they are going.
What would you say is your favorite era in design or which aesthetic/style do you lean towards?
It depends on the day and my mood!
Who is a designer or architect you admire or get inspiration from most?
Alex Vervoordt for more minimalistic, Brigette Romanek for more eclectic, and Ken Folk for more maximalist.
What is your favorite furniture piece or line?
Probably De La Espada, I really admire their craftsmanship.
How do you like to spend your time outside of the office?
Traveling and all it encompasses. From thinking about where to go to planning the trip, reading about the destination, going on the trip, documenting and photographing the trip, coming back and talking about the trip, then starting the process all over again.
Give me an interesting fact about yourself that someone might not know about you.
I can design a cruise ship but can’t ride a bike!
What is your favorite overused design phrase or word?
“Wood Salad” and now more recently “ Marble Salad.”
If you could have dinner with any 3 people dead or alive who would they be?
Oprah (she knows people), Warren Buffett (he can help with my finances), and James Corden or Jimmy Fallon (they can keep the conversation going).
Give me one joke. Something short and sweet.
I am not funny in English.
MERRILL ALLEY
PRINCIPAL, URBANSPACE DEVELOPMENT + INTERIORS
What is your Hometown and where else, if anywhere, did you pass through before getting to Austin?
Born in Omaha, Lawrence KS for college – Go Jayhawks, and Austin since 2009.
What is your philosophy and approach to design?
Empathy is a superpower.
What would you say is your favorite era in design or which aesthetic/style do you lean towards?
How can a person choose just one?! But probably the Bauhaus era for the whole form/ function.
Who is a designer or architect you admire or get inspiration from most?
Patricia Urquolia. She’s a visionary.
What is your favorite furniture piece or line?
De La Espada. The craftsmanship and joinery are truly inspiring!
How do you like to spend your time outside of the office?
I love to travel and spend time outside with my family. Keep it simple.
Give me an interesting fact about yourself that someone might not know about you.
I biked across the country with my family for almost 3 months after graduating high school.
What is your favorite overused design phrase or word?
Flavor.
If you could have dinner with any 3 people dead or alive who would they be?
Oliver Sacks, Obama, and Terry Gross.
Give me one joke. Something short and sweet.
Bad design choices.