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Whether you're renovating a historic home, building from the ground up, or refining what you already have, Betsy brings a rare combination of architectural understanding, design expertise, and construction experience to every project.
Every decision is grounded in context, collaboration, and a commitment to creating spaces that feel both timeless and deeply personal.
Design that reflects how you live—beautifully, mindfully, and without guesswork.
FULL-SERVICE INTERIOR DESIGN IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA
Every project starts with a deep dive into context—the architecture, the location, the home's history, and the people who live there. Together, we'll define the values that will guide the project from beginning to end. Those values become the lens through which every decision is made, helping create spaces that feel cohesive, intentional, and uniquely yours.
For Betsy, great design isn't about imposing a style. It's about uncovering what already belongs and helping it flourish.
DESIGN BEGINS WITH UNDERSTANDING WHAT matters.
the curio approach
Whether you're planning a renovation, building a new home, or navigating a complex remodel, CURIO offers full-service interior design tailored to the needs of each project.
Thoughtful design support from concept through completion.
Services
Full service interior design
For renovations, additions, and new construction projects requiring guidance from start to finish.
Space planning & layout optimization
Design concept development
Material & finish selections
Lighting design
Custom cabinetry & millwork
Architect/Consultant integration
Furniture, art & accessory curation
Procurement & installation coordination
renovation + new build support
Collaborating with architects, contractors, and consultants to ensure the design vision is carried through every phase of construction.
Design documentation
Finish schedules & specifications
Coordination with project teams
Shop drawing and submittal reviews
Construction administration
Design continuity throughout the build
Where appropriate, furniture, art, accessories, and styling layers are thoughtfully curated to create a home that feels complete and lived in.
furnishings + finishing touches
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During construction, we remain involved to answer questions, coordinate with the project team, and ensure the design vision is executed with care and fidelity.
construction admin
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Drawings, specifications, and selections are finalized, providing a clear roadmap for permitting and construction.
Construction documents
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Ideas become reality. Materials, finishes, fixtures, and millwork are refined while consultants and contractors begin collaborating to ensure the design aligns with both budget and feasibility.
design development
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With the larger vision established, we begin planning how the space will function. Floor plans, lighting concepts, circulation, and key architectural decisions take shape.
schematic design
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We get to know each other, uncover priorities, explore inspiration, and establish the values that will guide the project. Through conversations, imagery, and vision boards, we begin shaping a clear direction for the home.
CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
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the PROCESS
how It works
Design should feel exciting, not overwhelming. Known for her clear communication and low-ego approach, Betsy helps clients navigate decisions with confidence while keeping projects aligned, organized, and moving forward.
Clarity + Collaboration
Great design starts with understanding what already exists. Betsy looks to a home's architecture, history, and surroundings before making recommendations, creating spaces that feel authentic, timeless, and connected to their place.
Context-Driven Design
With more than 27 years across interior design, architecture, construction coordination, and business development, Betsy brings a rare depth of experience to every project. She understands the entire process—not just the design decisions.
27 Years of Perspective
why curio?
Budget conversations happen early and continue throughout the project. Thoughtful planning allows us to prioritize what matters most and make informed decisions along the way. As a homeowner it’s often hard to share a budget with the design team, but it makes the process exponentially smoother and helps to build trust.
how far will my budget go?
Absolutely. CURIO regularly collaborates with both client-selected contractors and trusted industry partners.
Can you work with my contractor?
Every project is different, but most move through a series of established phases that help keep expectations clear and the process organized from start to finish. Variables include complexity, potential phasing, permitting, comfort with decision making, and any long lead-time items that may challenge the schedule.
how long will my project take?
Yes! With a background in commercial design including workplace, higher education, K-12 and healthcare, we’d love to consider other types of projects with you.
Will you tackle non-residential projects?
It truly depends on what it is. If it’s a material that hasn’t yet been ordered and is similar to the original choice, we can likely incorporate it. If it’s something more significant and the construction permit is already in hand, or it means a ripple effect with other components, we’ll do our best to communicate the implications with you.
Can we change something once the project is already underway?
Please share! Silence means agreement, so it’s always best to communicate this feedback to keep things on track. This also helps to build trust. A true professional won’t take it personally.
What if I don't like the direction we're going with the design?
Yes! This is considered a design consultation and can be a light touch like reviewing art placement and making suggestions, to editing existing furniture and supplementing with new, to helping you decide where to go next and bringing in the appropriate professionals like contractors, architects, engineers, etc.
Will you come look at my home and give me advice on how to improve it?
We perform due diligence with the best of intentions, but when we’re renovating an older home and something unexpected comes up, it’s best to keep a cool head and navigate the challenge in a constructive and respectful way, together. This is a great time to revisit the principles and values discussed at the outset of the project. Incorporating an appropriate contingency into the budget at the beginning is also important when managing an older-home project.
With historic homes, how do you handle the unforeseen bits that impact the schedule and budget?
First, it’s our job to help you realize your own vision for your project. It’s also very important to take design cues from the home itself, it’s vintage or provenance. If we face the rare circumstance where we don’t see eye to eye, or standards are compromised, we talk about it. We can always refer you to a designer that’s a better fit.
What if my own personal style is very different from yours?
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