Philia
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Ginger Curtis
Ginger Curtis is an American interior designer, author, and the founder and CEO of Urbanology Designs, an award-winning interior design studio based in Dallas–Fort Worth. Renowned for her signature approach to warm modernism, she creates refined yet inviting interiors that prioritize authenticity, comfort, and emotional connection.
Through Urbanology Designs, Curtis develops highly personalized residential projects shaped by each client’s lifestyle, values, and story. Her work has earned numerous industry distinctions and has been featured in leading publications including Architectural Digest, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, Veranda, House Beautiful, and Luxe Interiors + Design.
Beyond her design practice, Curtis is a bestselling author, speaker, and advocate for neuroaesthetics, exploring how thoughtfully designed environments can influence well-being and enrich everyday life. Her work reflects a belief that great design should not only be beautiful, but also meaningful, timeless, and deeply human.
Nora Chou
Nora Chou is a luxury interior designer working on projects internationally in both the residential and hospitality industries. Her focus is on creating layered moments through design. Having grown her roots in Hong Kong and proceeding to live in equally vibrant cities, including London and New York, she offers a certain cultural and lifestyle sensibility to the way she approaches creating interiors for her clients.
Jamie Banfield
Jamie Banfield is the principal designer of Jamie Banfield Design Inc., based in Port Moody, British Columbia. Originally from Wales and later settling in the Pacific Northwest, Jamie developed an early interest in architecture and design, influenced by his father’s work in construction and his own penchant for DIY and creative exploration. His style is often described as relaxed yet sophisticated West Coast, with an emphasis on natural materials, layered textures, and thoughtful functionality. Over the years, Jamie and his team have been recognized for their work in Canadian residential design, and he frequently shares insights at home and design shows across the country.
Bethany Prince – SHH Architecture & Interiors
Bethany Prince is an Associate Director at SHH Architecture & Interiors in London, where she leads interior design and FF&E for a range of refined residential projects. Known for her calm, detail-driven approach, she creates interiors that feel effortless, welcoming, and quietly luxurious.
Her work spans super-prime homes across London and internationally, with particular expertise in Grade II listed properties and complex refurbishments. Rooted in a balance between classic and contemporary design, her interiors combine material richness, craftsmanship, and thoughtful spatial harmony. Recent projects include residences in Mayfair, Notting Hill, and Knightsbridge.
Madeleine Sloback
Madeleine Sloback is an interior designer specializing in thoughtfully curated residential spaces that balance functionality, warmth, and timeless design. From early in her career, she discovered a strong passion for residential interiors, finding the greatest reward in transforming collaborative client visions into highly personal homes.
With over a decade of experience, Sloback has worked on hundreds of homes, developing a deeply client-focused approach shaped by her ability to connect with a wide range of personalities and lifestyles. Her expertise extends beyond design alone, drawing from hands-on experience in finishing carpentry as well as multiple personal home renovations.
Leading a team of skilled designers, Madeleine combines creativity with practical construction knowledge to create spaces that feel refined, livable, and tailored to each client’s unique way of living.
Priya Mitrovic
Priya Mitrovic is the founder and Creative Director of Studio P Interiors, with over a decade of experience working with designers, architects, and developers in Vancouver, Toronto, and abroad. After spending time freelancing in northern Spain, she returned to Toronto to start her own studio, bringing a mix of global perspective and personal passion to every project.
Priya works closely with her clients throughout the entire design journey — from the first conversation and concept ideas to refining details and seeing the project through to completion. She’s dedicated to creating interiors that truly reflect her clients’ lifestyles, blending functionality, comfort, and timeless design in a way that feels both personal and
inspiring.
