A new independent interior design studio, Nomad Hospitality Interiors, has begun accepting clients from its Scottsdale, Arizona office. Its first announced commission is the renovation of La Posada de Santa Fe, a 157-room resort in New Mexico, working with the property's new owners.
Who is behind the studio
Nomad was launched by Nelsen Architects, which was formerly known as Nelsen Partners. The studio is led by Heather Chilton-Gantt, a hospitality designer who began her career at Nelsen more than 20 years ago and later spent several decades at Monogram Hospitality Interiors at BBGM. After Monogram closed, Chilton-Gantt joined with Studio Design Lead Ryan Langlois and Senior Designer Lisa Scaffidi, who worked with her previously, and Senior Designer Kaori Morie, who came from Nelsen.
What the studio will design
The company describes its focus as luxury and lifestyle hospitality spaces, including boutique hotels, resorts, wellness spaces, destination restaurants and private clubs. For La Posada de Santa Fe, the announcement says Nomad will shape the design vision for the guestrooms, public areas, and food and beverage offerings. The release does not give a construction schedule or budget for the project.
Why it matters for clients
Nomad will work with outside architectural firms and take on stand-alone interior projects directly for clients, rather than only within Nelsen's own portfolio. Nelsen says the move marks a return to interior design after nearly fifteen years, which it expects will make its coordinated projects easier to deliver. Clients considering the studio can find contact details and background at nomadinteriors.design.