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Our philosphy

Shepard Design Studio is a full-service interior design firm based in Walnut Creek, California. Serving clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, including Walnut Creek, Danville, Alamo, Lafayette, Orinda, San Ramon, Oakland and San Francisco, as well as residential and commercial projects throughout California and nationwide.

Led by Erica Shepard, NCIDQ certified Interior Designer, our studio is known for creating artfully tailored interiors that balance beauty, function, and thoughtful execution. From custom homes and renovations to boutique commercial and hospitality spaces, Shepard Design Studio brings deep industry knowledge, refined design sensibility, and highly personalized process to every project.

Erica Shepard

  • OWNER & PRINCIPAL DESIGNER

Shepard Design Studio, founded by Erica Shepard, is the culmination of over 16 years in the Architecture & Design industry. With extensive experience working for internationally recognized Architecture & Design firms consistently ranked among the world’s top A&D practices, Erica now leads her studio, known for its innovative solutions and outstanding results across projects of varying sizes and complexities. Her experience includes work on nationally recognized and award-winning projects across the Architecture & Design industry.

With a Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design from Michigan State University, Erica brings a formally trained and technical foundation to her work, something that sets her apart within the residential design industry. She holds certifications including NCIDQ and LEED AP ID+C, along with affiliations with IIDA, highlighting her commitment to industry excellence. When hiring an interior designer, these types of professional qualifications and credentials are important indicators of formal training, technical expertise, and industry standards experience.

Erica combines her comprehensive knowledge with a refined, thoughtful approach - translating clients visions into cohesive, well executed interiors. Outside the design world, she draws inspiration from the natural beauty of Northern California, be it through cycling in Sonoma's vineyards, paddleboarding on Lake Tahoe, or exploring exhibitions at SFMOMA.

Guiding Principles

  • With the many environmental issues we are experiencing today, designing sustainably is more important than ever before. Shepard Design Studio will guide you through the process and help you make educated choices that prioritize the health, safety and wellbeing for you, your family and the planet. We approach each project with thoughtful sourcing, while ensuring not to compromise the aesthetic or budget.

  • Creating spaces that are adaptable is essential. Whether it is developing functional and flexible floor plans or sourcing quality finishes and furnishings, we aim for longevity and timelessness in our designs. Our designs are not led by fads or trends but can evolve over time effortlessly.

  • Authenticity is woven through all aspects of our business including the designs we create. We make it our mission to bring you bespoke designs that align with your unique style and/or brand. This is demonstrated through embracing architectural surroundings, celebrating local craft, or using bold color pallets and textures that reflect your personality.

  • A successful project is built on developing and maintaining strong client relationships. Our commitment to each project is shown through our transparent process and clear communication. We approach each project with an open mind to fully understand our clients needs and desires.

  • In a world that is constantly changing, we continually educate ourselves on emerging design solutions and technologies. We are excited to take you through the process with the latest knowledge to bring you future focused designs.