Design your sanctuary.

An empathic approach to creating peaceful spaces in a chaotic world.

RESTORATIVE BEDROOMS

SOCIAL SANCTUARIES

GATHERING SPACES

HIGH-FOCUS STUDIOS

Design that understands you.

Life is loud. Your home shouldn't be. We specialize in "Bold-Calm" interiors using deep, restorative pigments and hospitality-grade logic to design spaces that lower your cortisol the moment you walk through the door.

The Restorative Journey

01.

The Discovery Session

Every project begins with an empathic deep-dive into your daily rhythms. We identify your "daily pressure points" and define exactly how you want your home to support you at the end of a long day.

02.

The Bold-Calm Curation

Using our boutique hospitality lens, we engineer a cohesive design plan. We layer soft acoustics, intentional lighting, and our signature Bold-Calm palette to transform your space into a functional haven.

03.

Your Sanctuary Reveal

Your vision is translated into a detailed roadmap. Whether it’s a single retreat or a whole-home transformation, you receive the technical guidance and sourcing needed to bring your sanctuary to life.

What people are saying

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"Anastasia didn't just decorate a room, she created an atmosphere that literally tells my brain it’s time to rest."

Alex O.

“My home has so much personality, yet it never feels loud or overwhelming. I feel at home now."

Mike L.

“The Discovery Session changed how I see my environment. I realized I wasn't messy, I just lived in a space that didn't respect my rhythm."

Kris S.

Sanctuaries crafted for your story.

Experience a restorative design process that honors your personal style and your need for quiet. We bring the thoughtful curation and technical precision of boutique hospitality to your private residence, creating a seamless transition between your active day and your evening exhale.

Ready to design your sanctuary?

Email [email protected] or use the form below.

The Art of the Sanctuary

We design for the quiet moments, the feeling of a home that supports you at the end of a long day. By merging boutique hospitality logic with restorative color palettes, we create spaces that offer an immediate sense of arrival and relief.Hospitality Logic: We apply the refined "Guest Experience" principles found in world-class hotels (acoustic softening, intuitive lighting, and seamless transitions) to the intimacy of your home.The Bold-Calm Method: We move beyond traditional neutrals. We use deep, intentional pigments to create a sense of enclosure and comfort, providing a grounded atmosphere that celebrates your home’s character.Empathic Precision: Founded by a Parsons School of Design graduate, our process is built on a sophisticated understanding of how light, volume, and texture influence your daily sense of well-being.

The DWELLO difference

  • A Counter-Balance to a Fast-Paced World

  • Environmental Harmony & Sensory Ease

  • Atmosphere over Aesthetic Trends

  • Cognitive Clarity through Visual Quiet

  • Effortless Decision-Making

The designer behind DWELLO

"I believe a room should hold you."

- Anastasia Lewis, Interior Designer

DWELLO was born from a simple realization: our environments dictate our capacity for peace. Drawing on her global design experience and expertise in boutique hospitality, Anastasia treats the private residence as the ultimate restorative retreat. Her signature "Bold-Calm" philosophy proves that a home can be deeply vibrant while remaining a profound sanctuary of peace.

  • Global Hospitality & Residential Expertise

  • Parsons School of Design | Honors Graduate

  • Creator of the Bold-Calm Philosophy

  • An Empathic, Sensory-Led Design Approach

  • Concierge-Level Project Management

Real people. Real places.

The Pre-War Jewel

New York, USA

In the heart of Manhattan, square footage is often the greatest source of sensory friction. We utilized Strategic Empathy to transform this compact pre-war bedroom into a high-functioning retreat that breathes. By diagnosing the "mental load" of a small space, we implemented a strategic layout and vertical styling that expanded the room’s visual volume. The result is a boutique environment that prioritizes the inhabitant's rhythm over the room's constraints.

Defining the "Boutique-Small" Sanctuary.

  • SENSORY SPATIAL PLANNING

  • FRICTIONLESS URBAN LAYOUT

  • CURATED MID-CENTURY ARTISANRY

  • CONSCIOUS MATERIAL SELECTION

This NYC residence serves as the definitive expression of the Bold-Calm philosophy. We reimagined the bedroom and bathroom as a singular, dramatic circuit, proving that deep, saturated color can be profoundly restorative. By balancing the theatrical energy of crimson walls with soft, transitional textures and intentional lighting, we created a "boudoir" atmosphere that feels high-energy yet remains a total nervous-system reset.

The Crimson Suite

New York, USA

A Study in Dramatic Transition and Private Flow.

  • BOLD-CALM TONAL BALANCE

  • DUAL-ZONE PRIVATE SUITE DESIGN

  • SPA-INSPIRED CURATION

  • COHESIVE SENSORY FLOW

The Heritage Retreat

Lisbon, Portugal

Antique Soul Meets Sustainable Quiet.

Located in the historic heart of Lisbon, this project was an exercise in Atmospheric Curation. We sought to honor the building’s original character by sourcing rare secondhand finds and sustainable artisan pieces. The result is a warm, textured sleeping enclave that celebrates global pedigree—a sanctuary where history and modern restoration exist in perfect, quiet harmony.

  • HISTORIC CHARACTER PRESERVATION

  • ARTISAN & VINTAGE SOURCING

  • SUSTAINABLE SANCTUARY DESIGN

  • INTENTIONAL SPATIAL RHYTHM

For this Northern California home, we focused on the "Sense of Arrival" within the dining and reading spaces. By leaning into traditional sensibilities with a modern boutique polish, we enhanced the original architecture to create a grounded, earthy environment. Every choice was designed to facilitate "Nosh and Nook" balancing the social vibration of a dinner party with the solitary peace of a reading retreat.

The Sonoma Sanctuary

California, USA

Elevating the Rituals of Hosting.

  • HISTORIC CHARACTER PRESERVATION

  • ARTISAN & VINTAGE SOURCING

  • SUSTAINABLE SANCTUARY DESIGN

  • DUAL-PURPOSE SOCIAL SPACES

Sources that we love.

What’s the best that could happen?

What DWELLO Does

We engineer environments that lower your cortisol the moment you walk through the door.

Our Services

Interiors designed to reclaim your quiet.

The Discovery Session

A focused, 1-on-1 consultation to identify daily pressure points and establish your personal Bold-Calm direction.

The Signature Retreat

A dedicated, one-room transformation designed to create an immediate sense of arrival and personal restorative ease.

The Dwello Sanctuary

A comprehensive, multi-room experience designed to create a cohesive, effortless flow throughout your entire home.

The Discovery Session

  • 60-Minute Vision & Rhythm Consultation

  • Curation of Immediate "Visual Quiet" Solutions

  • Personalized Bold-Calm Palette Selection

  • Intuitive Lighting & Atmosphere Planning

  • Custom Sanctuary Roadmap

Note: Your Audit fee is a 100% credited deposit toward any design package booked within 30 days.

The Signature Retreat

  • Personalized Room Concept & Visual Direction

  • Atmosphere-Led Layout & Spatial Planning

  • Bespoke Bold-Calm Palette & Material Selection

  • Curated Shoppable Sourcing & Purchasing List

  • Design Implementation Guide & Expert Recommendations

The Dwello Sanctuary

  • Multi-Room Cohesive Design Strategy

  • Architectural Spatial Planning & Reimagined Layouts

  • Bespoke Material, Finish & Lighting Direction

  • Custom Furniture Design & Artisan Sourcing

  • Technical Design Documentation for Construction

  • Full-Scale Project Management & Expert Guidance

Your space should give you a visual hug.

FAQs

Dwello FAQ
How long does the "Signature Retreat" process take? +
Excellence requires intention. Once we complete your Discovery Session, you will receive your Bespoke Design Package within 7 to 10 business days. This timeframe allows us to meticulously curate your palette and source unique pieces that move beyond the ordinary.
The Signature Retreat: What is included? +
You receive a professionally curated room transformation led by our founder. This includes a Personalized Visual Direction, an Atmosphere-Led Layout, and a Bespoke Bold-Calm Palette. We provide a Curated Sourcing List with direct purchasing links, paired with Expert Implementation Notes to ensure the final styling feels effortless. Each Retreat includes one round of thoughtful refinement to ensure the space perfectly aligns with your vision.
What if I am looking for a full-scale remodel? +
For comprehensive transformations, The Dwello Sanctuary is our premier service. We move beyond decor into Architectural Spatial Planning and Technical Design Documentation, providing everything your contractor needs to execute the vision. From bespoke material finishes to ongoing project guidance, we act as your dedicated design concierge from the first sketch to the final installation.
Do you use AI to design the spaces? +
At Dwello, design is a deeply human act of empathy. Every concept, selection, and decision is made intentionally by our founder. While we may utilize high-end visualization tools to help you see the future of your space, the creative soul and strategic direction of your sanctuary are entirely handcrafted.
Is there a minimum investment for furnishings? +
To achieve a truly unique, one-of-a-kind atmosphere, we prioritize sourcing from Specialized Trade Partners and artisan makers over mass-market retailers. While we don't hold a strict minimum, most single-room transformations begin at a $25,000 investment to ensure the quality and longevity of your sanctuary.
What if the design direction doesn't feel quite right? +
Our process is designed for Cognitive Clarity. We begin with an immersive Discovery Session specifically to align our rhythms before design begins. To ensure you feel confident, we offer a Love Your Design Guarantee, which includes thoughtful refinements to the initial concept. Should you wish to pivot to an entirely new creative direction, we can provide a new concept for an additional design fee.
Do you offer refunds? +
As a bespoke creative service, we do not offer refunds once the discovery and design process has commenced. However, our collaborative process and Love Your Design Guarantee are built to ensure that you feel supported, heard, and inspired throughout every stage of the journey.
How much of my time will this require? +
We design for the high-achieving professional whose most valuable asset is time. Our process is structured to be high-impact but low-friction. Aside from our initial Discovery Session and a mid-point refinement, we handle the heavy lifting of sourcing, coordination, and logistical planning so you can simply enjoy the result.
Can you work with my existing art or heirloom pieces? +
Absolutely. We believe a sanctuary should feel like an evolution of your story, not a showroom. Our Bold-Calm approach excels at integrating soulful, existing pieces (whether it’s a contemporary art collection or a family heirloom) into a cohesive, contemporary atmosphere.
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Have a unique request or a multi-phase project in mind? Get a tailored proposal that meets your specific lifestyle needs.

Let’s bring your sanctuary to life.

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