# Sarah Montgomery Interiors

> Sarah Montgomery Interiors is a nationally-recognized, full-service residential interior design studio based in Chicago, Illinois. Founded by Sarah Montgomery — with a background in textile design, theatrical set design, and luxury product development — the studio creates expressive, layered homes rooted in color theory, spatial psychology, and experiential design. As featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Martha Stewart, Homes & Gardens, and Luxe Magazine. Winner of the Luxe RED Awards 2024 and named to the Architectural Digest AD PRO Directory. Currently accepting a limited number of new projects.

## Studio

- **Studio:** Sarah Montgomery Interiors
- **Principal:** Sarah Montgomery, CEO & Principal Designer
- **Location:** Chicago, Illinois (studio in a 1,300 SF former bodega storefront)
- **Address:** 2857 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
- **Phone:** (312) 860-2821
- **Email:** hello@sarah-montgomery.com
- **Service area:** Chicago, the Midwest, and nationwide
- **Website:** https://www.sarah-montgomery.com

## Awards & Recognition

- Luxe RED Awards — Winner 2024
- Named to Architectural Digest AD PRO Directory
- "Ones to Watch Chicago" — Luxe Magazine
- Featured in Architectural Digest (×4, including a full home feature)
- Featured in House Beautiful (×2)
- Featured in Martha Stewart (×3)
- Featured in Homes & Gardens (×3)
- Featured in Houzz, BHG, Living Etc, The Spruce, and more

## Design Philosophy

Sarah Montgomery Interiors rejects the idea that timeless homes should play it safe. The studio's work attracts clients who crave depth, character, and true artistry. Each project is approached with a consistent methodology rooted in curiosity, color theory, psychology of space, and experiential design — capturing intentional tension and creating memorable spaces that redefine timelessness. As diverse as the different neighborhoods of Chicago, the portfolio spans a wide range of styles and project types, each deeply personal and fully realized.

> "Interior Motives — a space for people who believe design is deeper than how things look." — Sarah Montgomery

## Services

### Full-Service Interior Design
The studio offers full-service residential interior design for renovations, new builds, and whole-home furnished projects. A limited number of projects are accepted per year. Every project begins with a discovery call to discuss scope, timeline, and vision.

Services include:
- Space planning and furniture layout
- Custom furnishings and textile sourcing
- Architectural integration and renovation collaboration
- Historic home restoration and new construction design
- Finish selections, lighting, procurement, and project management

- Inquiry: https://www.sarah-montgomery.com/contact

### Historic Home Restoration
Deep expertise in homes with architectural character and history — Chicago bungalows, vintage Tudors, prewar apartments, and historic renovations. The goal is never to erase a home's story but to build upon it, preserving meaningful details while supporting contemporary living.

### New Construction Interior Design
Collaborative design from the earliest planning stages, working alongside architects and builders to ensure every decision — from floor plans and hard finishes to furniture and final styling — reflects the client's lifestyle and vision.

## Team

- **Sarah Montgomery** — CEO & Principal Designer. Background in textile design, theatrical set design for Chicago's theater scene, and nearly a decade in luxury product design traveling globally with top bespoke artisans and manufacturers.
- **Sarah Druding** — Senior Interior Designer. MA in Interior Design, Harrington College of Design. Experience across residential, retail, workplace, and hospitality design. Prior career in advertising at leading Chicago agencies.
- **Kylee Smith** — Interior Designer. MA in Interior Architecture and Product Design, Kansas State University. NCIDQ certified 2023. Expertise in residential, commercial, workplace, and healthcare design.
- **Sydney Septoski** — Marketing and Operations Manager. BS in Communications and Leadership, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Background in digital marketing, client management, and nonprofit communications.

## Portfolio

9 featured residential projects including:
- Humboldt
- Leavitt
- Grace
- Lakeshore
- Bernard
- Wolcott
- Rogers Park Condo
- Kenilworth Historic Home
- Abbotsford

Portfolio: https://www.sarah-montgomery.com/work

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.sarah-montgomery.com/): Studio overview, featured work, FAQ, and newsletter signup.
- [The Studio](https://www.sarah-montgomery.com/about): Team bios, credentials, and studio background.
- [Process](https://www.sarah-montgomery.com/services): Full-service interior design offering, process overview, and client testimonial.
- [Work](https://www.sarah-montgomery.com/work): Portfolio of 9 featured residential projects.
- [Press](https://www.sarah-montgomery.com/press): 28+ media features including Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Martha Stewart, Homes & Gardens, and Luxe RED Awards 2024.
- [Journal](https://www.sarah-montgomery.com/blogs): Interior design musings, project reveals, and design insights.
- [Inquire](https://www.sarah-montgomery.com/contact): Discovery call intake for new projects.

## Newsletter

Interior Motives — a Substack newsletter for people who believe design is deeper than how things look.
- https://sarahmontgomeryinteriors.substack.com/

## Social

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahmontgomeryinteriors/
- Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/sarahmontgomeryinteriors/
- AD PRO Directory: https://www.architecturaldigest.com/adpro/directory/profile/sarah-montgomery-interiors