studio

Our studio practice brings a discerning eye and expressive spirit to full-scale interior design. Grounded in a contemporary and classic aesthetic, we blend old and new, refined and relaxed, lasting and personal. Working collaboratively with each client, we treat every project as a portrait—crafted with care and rooted in the life it reflects.

Our design approach is a guided process, one based in the individuality of the client but led by a practiced eye. Clients come to us not just for taste, but for direction. They may know what they like—or what they don’t—but need help transforming those instincts into a cohesive, expressive home.

We listen closely, observe patterns, and ask better questions. Then we take the lead, translating your needs, quirks, and aspirations into something deeply personal and distinctly beautiful. The result is a space that feels like you, even if you couldn’t have imagined it on your own.

Studio Esme works on a small number of projects at a time so that Kimberly can be involved in the creative direction of each. We work on projects in Jackson Hole, other parts of the US and abroad. Projects typically involve designing the entire home or set of structures. 

If you would like to inquire about our services, please email studio@esmeinteriors.com, and include a description and/or location of your property, your design needs and your budget where available. 

HOW WE WORK

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Kimberly, originally from Encinitas, CA, has called Jackson, WY home since 2015. She has been actively involved in the interior design industry since 2007, earning her master's degree in Interior Architecture and Design in 2009. Her design aesthetic is significantly influenced by her interests in contemporary art, architecture, craftsmanship, tradition, travel, and nature.

She is the founder, Principal Interior Designer, and Creative Director of Esme, a venture established in 2025 following the closure of Maison Studio, a successful design firm she co-directed for nine years. Kimberly's approach blends both traditional and contemporary styles, reflecting her belief that exceptional design is timeless. Her work is distinguished by a subtle application of color, a refined equilibrium between classic and modern elements, and innovative functionality. Kimberly believes that the physical and spiritual quality of a space profoundly influences individual experiences, underscoring the significant impact of thoughtful design.