ABOUT
ELEVATED INTERIORS. EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE.
ABOUT THORNTON DESIGN
Thornton Design is a fun, passionate, and highly-experienced team of design creatives. Our work defines livable luxury, meaning that your space will be stylishly polished, while still inviting and functional for your every day. And, our dedicated service means that every client is cared for every step of the way.
THE TEAM
LAURA THORNTON
PRINCIPAL INTERIOR DESIGNER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Laura Thornton is the Founder and Creative Director of Thornton Design. Since founding the company in 1999, Laura has been committed to creating a new kind of interior design experience for her clients. She works collaboratively, bringing her unique magic to every project - while staying true to each client’s individual needs.
Laura’s 20+ years of experience have allowed her to completely streamline her process. You can trust that every detail will be meticulously considered and every phase will be executed flawlessly. But even more importantly, you can count on Laura to bring joy and enthusiasm to your project - because after all, interior design should be fun!
DESIGN ADVICE TO LIVE BY: “I have two things I live by: Buy things you love, they will never tire + Classics never go out of style.”
STARBUCKS ORDER: Almond Milk Latte
GUILTY PLEASURE: There is always music playing in every room of my house, including the bathrooms!
FAVORITE DESIGN TASK: Being able to find the perfect elements for our clients. When you see it and you know that they will love it as much as you do!
EMMA WILSON
DESIGNER
A member of the team since 2019, Emma always has a coffee in hand. She is an AutoCad drawing extraordinaire. You will find Emma on site visits and managing your drawing packages behind the scenes.
DESIGN ADVICE TO LIVE BY: Textures on texture is always the way to go.
STARBUCKS ORDER: Caramel Macchiato
GUILTY PLEASURE: Organizing advice.
FAVORITE DESIGN TASK: Seeing the finished product come to life.
SAMANTHA ARNONE
PROJECT COORDINATOR & OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Samantha has been part of our team since 2020, and runs our day- to- day operations. She also leads the co-ordination and production support of all projects at Thornton Design. All the local Uber drivers know Samantha by name and she is the first point of contact at Thornton Design.
DESIGN ADVICE TO LIVE BY: Create the environment that is right for you.
STARBUCKS ORDER: Sugar Free Vanilla Latte
FAVORITE DESIGN TASK: When all the elements come together for the BIG reveal to the clients.
GUILTY PLEASURE: Napping.
STEVE EDWARD
FINANCIAL OFFICER
Steve has been with Thornton Design since the beginning. Steve plays an irreplaceable role as our financial officer & accounting point person. Steve specializes in bookkeeping, accounting, and finance for small and medium enterprises.
DESIGN ADVICE TO LIVE BY: I've learned over the years that being brave with your space and putting your trust in the
design pays off every time.
STARBUCKS ORDER: I'm a numbers guy, don't waste money on coffee for me.
FAVORITE DESIGN TASK: Watching how passionate the designers get in the studio over fabrics and design elements.
GUILTY PLEASURE: Walking my dog.
BROGAN GRAMMENZ
Brogan helps our designers in all aspects of the project - from picking up samples and making caffeine runs, to aiding with all the heavy lifting on installations and around the studio. He is always smiling and brings laughter to our work environment.
DESIGN ADVICE TO LIVE BY: I love texture, always have.
STARBUCKS ORDER: Mocha Chip Frappuccino
GUILTY PLEASURE: Car Shows
FAVORITE DESIGN TASK: Assembling
