VISIONARY DESIGN

For LAUREN ASHLEY ALLAN, founder of her namesake interior design firm, her journey has been defined by two decades of excellence working alongside Architectural Digest’s AD100 designers. She honed her craft as a senior designer for Kelly Wearstler and creative director for Nate Berkus, mastering the art of sophisticated interiors. In 2020, Allan launched her own firm, now based in Hinsdale, where she and her team craft stunning, high-end residential spaces for discerning clients worldwide.

Most rewarding part of what you do? I love seeing our sketches and ideas come to life with our clients. Our design process is rewarding and endlessly inspiring. My design firm’s success is attributable to our clients. They give us the opportunity to learn with them, grow with them, and go with them across the country and then across the globe. Our clients are the ultimate muse.

How do you inspire others? When you trust people and believe in them, you can build a strong relationship together. Design is storytelling. We bring the vision of a client’s home to life by creating a concept and story through the play of materials, color, texture, and forms. The design process for each residence goes through a unique exploration. When I walk into a room, I want to feel an emotion. I love what I do, the new designs we create each day, and the relationships we have. Hopefully, our passion leads to inspiration and happiness for someone else.

Definition of success? Success is being surrounded by the love of family and the privilege of being able to do what I love each day. I believe in the power of great design. I love collaboration, ideation, and innovation, putting clients first, building the future, and giving back.

For more information, visit laurenashleyallan.com and follow @lauren.ashley.allan on Instagram.