I lead renovation projects through a design‑build lens, bringing together construction, interior design, and thoughtful project management to create spaces meant for real living.
My background in fashion design informs my approach to proportion, materiality, and restraint, while hands‑on construction experience ensures ideas are grounded in how buildings are actually built. With formal training in history, I approach each project with sensitivity to time, place, and cultural context.
Alongside my design and construction work, I am an active real estate investor with experience in multifamily portfolio management. This perspective sharpens my understanding of budgeting, long‑term value, operational efficiency, and how design decisions impact performance over time.
Whether working with private clients or managing investment properties, I believe construction and design are collaborative processes. Budget is not a limitation but a framework for intentional decision‑making, and curated choices — rather than excess — lead to spaces that endure. This dual perspective allows me to evaluate renovation and design decisions not only for aesthetic impact, but for longevity, operational efficiency, and long‑term value.
I come from a family of Greek immigrants where home meant gathering, belonging, and adaptability. That sense of place continues to shape my work. I aim to create environments that support connection, reflect the people who inhabit them, and feel lived‑in rather than imposed.
Areti Sakellaris 