about our studio
Where curiosity is sparked and connections unfold.
Architectural design and interiors are inseparable. We design them as one cohesive discipline to ensure clarity, continuity, and fully resolved outcomes.
We value proportion, planning, and thoughtful decision-making over trends. Every choice is intentional and grounded in architectural principles.
We work 1:1 with our clients from beginning to end, building trust through transparency, communication, and shared ownership of the process.
Good design shapes how people feel and function. We consider how space, light, and material influence behavior, comfort, and well-being.
Ideas matter only if they are built well. We prioritize detailing, coordination, and follow-through to ensure design intent is carried through to completion.
We design with time in mind. Our work is meant to endure aesthetically, functionally, and materially.
We take responsibility for the work as if it were our own, remaining closely involved from early planning through final installation.
Dynamic. Inspired. Alive.
We design spaces that hold us and move us, spaces rooted in calm, safety, and restoration. Places for work and play that spark energy, creativity, and connection. Guided by intention and discipline, our work balances quiet beauty with purposeful momentum, creating spaces that feel enduring, human, and alive.
OUR VALUES
Amy Corinne
Design has been part of my life from the beginning. I come from a multigenerational lineage of architects, builders, and entrepreneurs whose work helped shape American civic, residential, and institutional architecture, rooted in classical proportion and enduring materials.
Raised in beautiful Santa Barbara by a father who designed and built custom estates as a lifelong passion, I grew up immersed in the process of building and learning how space, light, and structure shape the way people live. That early exposure instilled a respect for interior architecture as both craft and discipline.
Today, my work bridges past and present. Grounded in architectural clarity and informed by history, I design homes that are thoughtful, calm, and built to last.
Founder & Principal
Born in Oakland and raised in California's Central Valley, Jaime discovered his passion for design early through drawing and art. A high school drafting class set him on a clear path toward architecture, leading him to study at the Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc), where creativity and experimentation were encouraged beyond traditional boundaries.
While working at a small architecture firm during school and after graduation, Jaime gained hands-on experience across all phases of design and construction, managing a wide range of projects from residential to commercial and industrial. In 2023, he joined the studio as in-house Architectural Designer, helping integrate architecture and interiors into a streamlined, full-service approach.
Jaime Valenzuela
Architectural Designer
OUR PARTNERSHIP
Amy and Jaime first met while collaborating on projects from opposite sides of the design process, architecture and interiors. After working together across multiple projects and spending two years side by side at Amy Corinne Interiors, they recognized the value of a fully integrated approach.
Together, they formed a new practice that brings architecture and interior design under one roof. By uniting their designs, they create a more fluid, cohesive experience for clients, remaining closely involved from early planning through final installation to ensure every project is fully realized.
Kind Words from Our Clients
Client-first approach and unwavering commitment to excellence
We had the pleasure of working with Amy on a significant second-level renovation of our home, including two bespoke bathrooms. Amy brought an exceptional level of professionalism, design expertise, and refined taste to every phase of the project.
GHADA and Nassif
Kind Words from Our Clients
This interior design company was absolutely amazing
They reviewed and corrected prior architectural plans and elevated the original concept into something amazing. They were very patient and truly listened to our needs and transformed the plans to be better than we even imagined. They created a functional and beautiful home that now has everything we wanted in our new house. The process was very thoughtful and I feel like they really understood the needs of our family and they suggested so many additional details that we hadn’t even thought of before. Their design plan for lighting, tile, hardware, etc pulled the final look together and we couldn’t be happier with their work! They exceeded our expectations and we would highly recommend them to anyone looking for high-quality design team!
john
flathead lake, montana
Kind Words from Our Clients
I feel an immense sense of pride
Before hiring Amy and Jaime, our biggest hesitations were timeline, creative alignment, and trusting someone with our brand. From the very beginning, she asked all the right questions, took the time to truly understand our vision, and reflected it back to us to confirm we were aligned. That immediately built trust.
What really stood out was her communication and working style. She was always available, incredibly responsive, and truly collaborative throughout the process - she also seemed to have every type of vendor and supplier in her back pocket. She stayed on top of every detail and made us feel supported from start to finish.
Now, when I walk into our space, I feel an immense sense of pride. Together, we created a space that feels both luxurious and calming; exactly the outcome we were hoping for. It’s also something our clients constantly comment on; people regularly tell us how much they love the space.
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About Studio Valano
Structure is what makes this feel architectural.
The Team at Studio Valano guides each project, from early planning and assessment, through schematic design, coordination with consultants, permit submittals, and contractor project management, into the complexities of procurement of FF&E (furniture, fixtures, and equipment), order processing, and installation.
