About us
Welcome...
I am Maya and I'm so glad you are here!
I am...
A Christian
An Interior Designer
A Designer
An Artist
A Business Woman
A Fitness Trainer
A Nature Lover
A World Traveler
An Awarded Interior designer nationally and internationally
An Ambassador of the Westlake Chamber of Commerce
Let's design a space that reflects your own unique style.
Whether it's residential or commercial, it should be 100% you. I am so excited to meet and get to know you! Have fun looking through my website and learning more about my design projects.
I look forward to hearing from you!
- Graduated with a Bachelor's from Art University, Arts & Crafts, December 2005
- Co-founded Vista's Design, February 2006
- Graduated with MBA from Tehran University, MBA Marketing, February 2010
- Graduated with a Master's from Savannah College of Arts & Design in Interior Design, in May 2019 - GPA 4.00
- Awarded an Outstanding Academic Achievement in May 2019
- Innovative Design Visionary - 2024 Women in Leadership and awarded the Global 100 - 2024 Women in Leadership Award
At Maya’s Design Studio, we pride ourselves on being a boutique interior design firm offering comprehensive, start-to-finish services for our clients. From the earliest stages of construction, collaborating with builders and realtors, to fully furnishing and customizing a home, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
We specialize in helping clients select the right materials and finishes without overspending on unnecessary upgrades. When your home is ready, we handle all the details, ensuring your space is tailored to your lifestyle while staying within budget, often at a fraction of the cost.
For projects involving renovations or full-scale remodeling, our in-house team manages everything. From sourcing high-quality materials to overseeing vendor and project management, we take care of every aspect, eliminating third-party or showroom markups. As a result, our clients enjoy the best products without paying extra for intermediaries.
At Maya’s Design Studio, everything we create is customized to reflect your unique style, functional needs, and lifestyle. Unlike cookie-cutter trends pulled from TikTok or social media, our designs are original, timeless, and personalized.
We strongly believe in the value of working with experienced professionals. While many individuals may have a passion for design, expertise, and education are crucial for ensuring a seamless process. Unfortunately, we’ve seen clients who initially worked with unqualified contractors or third parties face costly delays and unsatisfactory results, only to come to us for solutions.
When you choose Maya’s Design Studio, you’re partnering with a team that takes full responsibility for your project. We’re passionate about what we do and committed to delivering exceptional results that turn your house into a home you’ll love.
Growing up...
Growing up in a creative family—my father a university art professor and my mother an architectural project manager—I was deeply influenced by the arts from an early age. It felt only natural to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Arts and Crafts, which at the time uniquely combined elements of both design and architecture.
By the age of 24, I co-founded my own design company. With my team, I was involved in every phase of the design process—from the initial concept and sketches to space planning, renderings, construction documentation, contractor coordination, and final staging.
In 2010, I earned an MBA in Marketing to strengthen my understanding of the business side of design. This knowledge not only enhanced the success of our firm but also contributed to its growth.
Still, I had a long-standing desire to pursue a master’s degree in Interior Design. After researching the top programs, I found Savannah College of Art and Design in Atlanta, Georgia—ranked among the best. I was honored to be accepted with a scholarship, marking the beginning of a new chapter filled with both exciting opportunities and meaningful challenges.
Despite my experience, I started over in the U.S. through an entry-level position at a high-end showroom. This role provided valuable insights into interior design practices in the United States and sharpened my understanding of materials, furnishings, and client expectations. However, I soon realized how much I missed the hands-on involvement with clients and the creative freedom to lead projects from concept to completion.
Eventually, I returned to my roots and launched my own design studio—where I could once again oversee every stage of the process and deliver thoughtful, high-quality interiors that reflect my passion, integrity, and attention to detail.
John Martin & Justin Rourke (our co-hosts) interviewed Shawn Godwin with Ashton Wood and me on this episode.
The episode is live! Here are the links to the podcast and clips to use if you’d like to post about it on your pages!
Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../rough-housing/id1708256584
Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/23Hvk4WHSzGKhzjdOWzIv2
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKdB8huaNhd-_RGHJv4Lfew