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Since we started crafting luxury soft goods in 1989, our relationship with designers has always been an essential part of our foundation. We're incredibly honored to work with incredible designers who create beautiful spaces using our products! To spotlight this, we're introducing the brand new Eastern Accents Designer Circle. Here, you'll find information, resources, gallery images and more for each of these talented artists.
Explore the Designer Circle in depth here in this post. As we celebrate the launch, we are excited to welcome the first few designers into the circle!
Christa O’Leary
Christa O’Leary is the Founder and CEO of Home in Harmony Designs, based in Hingham, Massachusetts. Christa uniquely has a degree in psychology, which she uses in her design work. You may have heard of her Designer’s Toolbox: the distinctive approach that blends design, psychology, wellness, Feng Shui, and healthy living to create spaces that inspire, nurture, and elevate everyday life. Christa’s held numerous panels discussing her design approach and book, Home In Harmony: Designing an Inspired Life.
Take a peek at how Christa defines her style:
"I always say to clients, 'my style doesn’t matter when I’m doing somebody else’s home'. I am creating an environment to nurture and support them. That’s the first thing. That being said, I tend to gravitate toward coastal, [being in Massachusetts.] I really like timeless – or something that is a new twist on timeless".
Valerie Lee
Valerie Lee is the owner of Anastasia Design Group, based in St. Augustine, Florida. There, she creates refined, approachable interiors for high-end homes, vacation rentals, and boutique hotels and motels throughout St. Augustine, Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra Beach, and Palm Coast. Valerie opened her firm in 1996 and balances her unique style, both with current trends and timeless elegance– all to create beautifully livable spaces.
In addition to running Anastasia Design Group, Valerie also makes it a priority to stay inspired and to stay in touch with current trends. She takes annual trips to market and stays well traveled.
Take a peek at how Valerie defines her style:
"As far as personal style– I don’t think I have a signature 'Valerie' style. My personal style is really Eurocentric, antique, Asian inspired… it’s funky. I really try hard to make people’s spaces timeless. It’s about utilizing their ideas of what their style is. I own lots of old real estate and am always renovating old homes. I’m the one who’s pulling stuff out from 1960 and seeing what we can do with it. At the end of the day, it’s really of a fluid combination of the client’s vision and my artistic ability".
Jennifer Kole
Jennifer Kole is the founder of Jenami Designs, based in Chicago, Illinois. Her background in art consulting, real estate, and jewelry design came together to give her a love for vintage spaces and prime her for success in the interior design world. After successfully designing custom jewelry for four years, she decided to dive into interior design by founding Jenami.
Her love for the Art Deco movement is clear in her use of bold shapes and patterns, rich textural layers, and her affinity for classic architectural details. Along with a focus on vintage and glam aesthetics, Jennifer specializes space planning, color and wallpaper consultation, lighting design, window treatments, furniture and specialty rug selection, custom built-in planning, and one of a kind accessory selection.
Take a peek into how Jennifer defines her style
"I would say that I'm definitely Layered Transitional with a lean on Art Deco. And I really love Art Deco. That's my all time love, but that doesn't always work in every space. I love shapes. I love architecture. I love moldings. I love layers…all of those pieces that were brought from that Art Deco time. I'm not afraid of color or shapes or patterns".
Jamie Gauker
Jamie Gauker is the owner and lead interior designer of J. Gauker Interiors, based in Carmel, Indiana. She has spent more than 20 years helping people fall in love with their homes, creating spaces that are as livable as they are beautiful. Jamie approaches every project with her personal motto, "this is a partnership." She takes special care to know each client before a single decision is made, guiding them through the process with clarity, confidence, and the reassurance that she'll only let them make choices they'll love.
It’s no surprise that Jamie approaches design with commitment and a team-oriented mindset– she has volunteered as a team leader with the Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity Women Build for eight years. Jamie knows the importance of a space reflecting the individual, and she believes good design should feel effortless, comfortable, and distinctly yours.
Take a peek at how Jamie defines her style:
"My signature style falls between traditional and contemporary — really transitional, a blend of many styles. I call it sophisticated casual. My goal is to give each client comfort and function in a way that feels elevated, yet still easy to live in".
Christine DeGracia
Christine DeGracia is the founder of Artistic Home Interiors, based in San Francisco, California. For over 20 years, she has been designing sophisticated, timeless residences for clients throughout California and beyond. Christine specializes in luxury residential design, new construction, renovations, and full-home furnishings. Christine understands that the home is the place you live. She takes the time to truly get to know her clients– not only their style, but their values and lifestyle– so every space reflects the way they want to live every day.
Her work is defined by a refined balance of comfort, craftsmanship, and understated luxury, creating homes that are as functional as they are beautiful.
Take a peek into how Christine defines her style:
"I tend to be more contemporary and not as structured. I like it be truly livable and comfortable. That’s popular for California, but I just had two similar projects in Florida. That style seems to be well-received over there too. And I love to mix textures: wood, metal, hides, unique wallpaper".
Christine Cook
Christine Cook is the founder and principal designer of EP Interior, based in Houston. With more than 15 years of experience, she specializes in custom homes, remodels, and furnishings– with the goal of creating thoughtful, highly personal spaces.
Her career path included roles in residential design, visual merchandising, and flooring before ultimately bringing her to Houston. Along the way, moves across the country and overseas exposed her to a wide range of architectural styles, cultures, and lifestyles that continue to influence her work today. Being well-traveled and experienced means that Christine offers a design perspective influenced by travel, culture, and the way people live.
Take a peek into how Christine defines her style:
"I would describe my style as 'midimalism' with a global influence. At its core, “midimalism” is about creating spaces that feel thoughtfully curated rather than overly minimal or overly decorated. I believe homes should feel layered, warm, and personal, with each piece serving a purpose while still contributing to the overall story of the space… I am constantly inspired by architecture, craftsmanship, materials, and the way different cultures approach their homes. Those influences often find their way into my projects through collected details, natural materials, unique textures, and unexpected moments of character".
Explore these designers in depth in the new Eastern Accents Designer Circle!
