ABOUT THE FIRM
Byron Risdon LLC is a full-service, boutique interior design firm offering comprehensive services for residential and commercial clients. The firm prides itself on curating timeless, modern, and classic spaces that are both functional and refined. With a complete and tailored approach unique to each project, Byron transforms spaces to reflect the individual and their one-of-a-kind style.
MEET BYRON RISDON
Originally from South Carolina, Byron launched his Washington, DC-based design studio in 2016 after working as a designer in New York City for many years.
His first project landed him in the annual designer issue of Home & Design Magazine as "Hot Talent" Since then, he has been published in various magazines and newspapers, including HGTV Magazine, Aspire, Veranda, The Wall Street Journal, House Beautiful, and Architectural Digest. In 2022, Byron was featured as House Beautiful's "Next Wave" of designers, and he currently serves as the New York Design Center’s Ambassador for "What's New, What's Next".
Byron was honored to have also been selected as one of the featured designers in the recent publication of the “Iconic Home '' book. In 2022, Byron participated in the prestigious Kips Bay Dallas Showhouse, curating the outdoor terrace. Byron also designed a children’s room in the 2023 Iconic Home Showhouse in collaboration with Black Interior Designers (BID) and Architectural Digest Magazine. As a firm believer in collaboration and connection, Byron is also a member of several premier organizations, including the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), Black Artists & Designers Guild (BADG), Black Interior Designers (BID), Design Collective DC (DCDC) and the prestigious Design Leadership Network (DLN).
Byron’s style is inspired by his love of travel and interiors he has seen worldwide.
MEET BYRON RISDON
Originally from South Carolina, Byron launched his Washington, DC-based design studio in 2016 after working as a designer in New York City for many years.
His first project landed him in the annual designer issue of Home & Design Magazine as "Hot Talent" Since then, he has been published in various magazines and newspapers, including HGTV Magazine, Aspire, Veranda, The Wall Street Journal, House Beautiful, and Architectural Digest. In 2022, Byron was featured as House Beautiful's "Next Wave" of designers, and he currently serves as the New York Design Center’s Ambassador for "What's New, What's Next".
Byron was honored to have also been selected as one of the featured designers in the recent publication of the “Iconic Home '' book. In 2022, Byron participated in the prestigious Kips Bay Dallas Showhouse, curating the outdoor terrace. Byron also designed a children’s room in the 2023 Iconic Home Showhouse in collaboration with Black Interior Designers (BID) and Architectural Digest Magazine. As a firm believer in collaboration and connection, Byron is also a member of several premier organizations, including the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), Black Artists & Designers Guild (BADG), Black Interior Designers (BID), Design Collective DC (DCDC) and the prestigious Design Leadership Network (DLN).
Byron’s style is inspired by his love of travel and interiors he has seen worldwide.
MY DESIGN PHILOSOPHY
The Beginning
My father owned and operated a property management company in South Carolina, and I grew up visiting job sites and seeing renovations firsthand. My mother often assisted in selecting finishes and putting the spaces together. Watching plain, simple spaces transformed into something beautiful was magical.
At home, I watched my mother flip through shelter magazines and witnessed her excitement at the new wallpaper or custom draperies being installed in our home. At the time, I didn’t fully comprehend the world of design that existed, but I remember appreciating the feeling a completed space gives and how transformative the experience was for the owners.
Philosophy
Those early experiences shaped how I approach the design process and why I place so much emphasis on the feeling that is evoked when a person is in the space. Yes - I want the spaces I create to be beautiful and functional, but the most important characteristic is how the completed space makes you feel. This is one of the first questions I ask all new clients.
I want my clients to be part of the process and I believe in a collaborative effort. I treat every project individually and create spaces that will stand the test of time.
Authenticity and transparency are the cornerstones in both my business and my personal life. Authenticity in design means you will stay true to yourself and your vision. Transparency provides the foundation for trust to grow. This is a very intimate relationship, and both authenticity and trust are paramount to this relationship and to successfully complete a project.
Curated
Harmonious
Thoughtful
A space should evolve over time, and my goal is to create a beautifully curated foundation. You can build on this foundation over time by adding elements that speak to who you are and remind you of special moments in your life. Over the years, I have developed a list of vendors, artisans, and showrooms that have been thoughtfully selected to produce results that will exceed your expectations. Each space is well planned and developed by sourcing and specifying high-quality products you can depend on for years to come. My aesthetic is timeless, tailored, layered, and textural. I love to mix patterns, styles, and colors. I always approach designing a home with the idea that there is an invisible string tying each room together to tell a story about your home and the people that live there. Each room is its own space but always harmoniously connected to the whole.
MY DESIGN PHILOSOPHY
The Beginning
My father owned and operated a property management company in South Carolina, and I grew up visiting job sites and seeing renovations firsthand. My mother often assisted in selecting finishes and putting the spaces together. Watching plain, simple spaces transformed into something beautiful was magical.
At home, I watched my mother flip through shelter magazines and witnessed her excitement at the new wallpaper or custom draperies being installed in our home. At the time, I didn’t fully comprehend the world of design that existed, but I remember appreciating the feeling a completed space gives and how transformative the experience was for the owners.
Philosophy
Those early experiences shaped how I approach the design process and why I place so much emphasis on the feeling that is evoked when a person is in the space. Yes - I want the spaces I create to be beautiful and functional, but the most important characteristic is how the completed space makes you feel. This is one of the first questions I ask all new clients.
I want my clients to be part of the process and I believe in a collaborative effort. I treat every project individually and create spaces that will stand the test of time.
Authenticity and transparency are the cornerstones in both my business and my personal life. Authenticity in design means you will stay true to yourself and your vision. Transparency provides the foundation for trust to grow. This is a very intimate relationship, and both authenticity and trust are paramount to this relationship and to successfully complete a project.
Curated - Harmonious - Thoughtful
A space should evolve over time, and my goal is to create a beautifully curated foundation. You can build on this foundation over time by adding elements that speak to who you are and remind you of special moments in your life. Over the years, I have developed a list of vendors, artisans, and showrooms that have been thoughtfully selected to produce results that will exceed your expectations. Each space is well planned and developed by sourcing and specifying high-quality products you can depend on for years to come. My aesthetic is timeless, tailored, layered, and textural. I love to mix patterns, styles, and colors. I always approach designing a home with the idea that there is an invisible string tying each room together to tell a story about your home and the people that live there. Each room is its own space but always harmoniously connected to the whole.