our philosophy
Home…it’s where so many moments of our lives unfold, where memories are made, the basecamp for our adventures. So what if the interiors provided a beautiful and functional backdrop for all of these moments? That’s our “why” here at VDC. We will help you create a home (or business!) with just the right vibe…one that reflects your unique preferences and lifestyle.
Every project is client centered and collaborative with a concierge level of service.
We love a challenge and have the tenacity as well as technical capabilities to figure out even the most complex design issues.
Our team is 100% engaged…we seek to understand each client’s story, allowing us to create space that truly reflects the homeowner.
We ensure that the process is (actually!) enjoyable and your expectations are exceeded at every stage.
Meet your team
Marie | Principal designer
Where are you from?
I grew up near Ann Arbor, MI, spending summers adventuring in Traverse City. After meeting (and marrying!) a Colorado boy, we eventually relocated full time to Steamboat Springs with our daughter and Australian Shepard.
Why Interior Design and what was your path to get here? My two favorite subjects in school were math and art, which I’m told is a strange, lol. However, Interior Design/Architecture is the perfect mix of both, combining creative and technical components. Knowing it was the profession for me, I received a BA in Interior Architecture and Design from Marymount University in Arlington, VA. After graduation, I worked at several large firms in the DC area with a commercial design focus before starting my own firm in 2010.
What is your design super power?
Helping clients find just the right “vibe” for them…give me an initial meeting and a few inspo photos and I’ll dial it in!
Where is your favorite place to adventure?
Living in Steamboat, I’m fortunate to have amazing options right outside my front door and throughout the state of Colorado. That said, I’m a sucker for Europe! The architecture and landscapes there are awe inspiring, and I have a particular fondness for anywhere in the Alps!
When not designing, how do you spend your free time?
Summer: gravel or mountain biking, paddle boarding Winter: playing in the snow, snowboarding, split boarding, fat biking
What’s one design feature you can’t live without?
Textural elements, preferably with a matte finish!
If your design style had a cocktail, what would it be called?
“Cowboy Luxe”…I love the casual/western/mountain components of design here in Steamboat but prefer to combine these with a bit of luxury like high quality materials and thoughtful detailing.
If you had to live in one color for the rest of your life, which one would it be?
Definitely green…and preferably a slightly moody one like Sherwin Williams Pewter Green.
Hannah | designer
Where are you from?
I grew up in Austin, TX, but Colorado was always calling my name, so I moved there as soon as I could. Now I’m back in Texas to be closer to family, but I jump at any chance to get back to the mountains!
Why Interior Design and what was your path to get here?
I graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelors of Business Administration in Marketing, but after spending a summer in college interning for a local home builder in Texas, I knew I had found my true passion and that I needed to be in the home industry in some capacity. Once I moved to Colorado, I spent a few years in sales for a plumbing, appliance and lighting wholesaler, but as soon as the opportunity arose, I made the switch to Interior Design and went back to school to receive an Associate of Applied Sciences Degree in Interior Design from ACC.
What is your design super power?
They call me the Plumbing Ninja—because knowing what’s behind the walls is just as important as what’s in front of them!
Where is your favorite place to adventure?
Give me a ticket to Europe, and I’m there! I love experiencing new cultures and getting inspired by the incredible architecture around the world.
When not designing, how do you spend your free time?
Generally escaping to the mountains to explore new hiking trails or chasing fresh powder. Anything that gets me outside!
What’s one design feature you can’t live without?
A shower without a niche is like a kitchen without cabinets—where do you stash the essentials? A well-placed, beautifully tiled niche is my non-negotiable for both style and function!
If your design style had a cocktail, what would it be called?
“The Mountain Margarita” – Vibrant, refreshing, fun, with a nod to the local surroundings. It’s all about creating spaces that feel playful and energetic while still having a sophisticated, timeless edge.
If you had to live in one color for the rest of your life, which one would it be?
A rich terracotta. It’s nature’s perfect shade – warm and timeless!
