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Living Room with blue couches

Full Service Interior Design Includes:

  • Design Consultation

  • Concept and Ideation

  • Space Planning

  • Residential Design

  • Commercial Design

  • Renovations

  • New Construction

  • Kitchen & Bath Design

  • Furniture Specification and Custom Furniture

  • Installation and Project Management

  • Real Estate Consulting for Residential Homes

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What clients say about us:

  • “Sashya worked with us on a total home renovation for the better part of a year.

    Her vision and ability to translate our needs into design elements (before we could even articulate what they were) were key to the success of the entire project. She worked seamlessly with our contractor and was very present and accessible both onsite and off to ensure proper execution and to make any necessary adjustments if needed.

    Sashya also respected our budget, and was crucial in helping us decide which expenses would really make a difference and which we could forgo without having it impact the overall result. She is also extraordinarily creative, and used mural painting rather than wallpaper to make our basement teen area super cozy without being fussy. Sashya also is the rare breed of designer that is as laser focused on function as she is on form (without ever sacrificing one iota of form!). We highly recommend her services without reservation as she brings so much more than just design work to the table … of course you get her impeccable style, but you also get someone with creative problem solving skills, a shrewd project manager, someone who knows their way around a set of blueprints, and who is just plain really fun and interesting to work with.

    She really is the complete package and would never do another project like this without hiring her again.Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”

    — FRANCESCA INFATINE AND MEREDITH LEARY

  • “In short, we highly recommend Sashya.

    Her design work and other input was invaluable to our project. Sashya took the time necessary to “get” our tastes and needs and integrate them into a creative, cohesive vision.

    Our project was a new build that extended over a relatively lengthy period (including during Covid). Sashya maintained focus, high energy, seriousness of purpose and attention to detail throughout. Sashya’s architecture experience and understanding of the entire build process and of all trades meant that she was able to provide important input on all aspects of our project.

    She also drew as needed from her network to help execute her designs, including for carpentry and stone work. At times when there was uncertainty or disagreement on the team or there were unexpected challenges, Sashya was patient in helping work things through with us or directly with our architect, our GC and various subs.

    We were drawn to the elegance and beautiful simplicity of Sashya’s portfolio. She was able to help us create the warm and inviting environment we were hoping for. We are delighted with our new home. We would happily work with Sashya and her team again.”

    — JP

  • “Working with the ID8 team has been a fantastic experience. It is amazing how well they take the verbal description of my company’s brand and encapsulate that visually in a physical space”

    — P. Dziedzic

  • “We live in the Chestnut Hill/Brookline area and were lucky enough to find Sashya Thind Fernandes to help us with both the architectural and interior design needs for our large home renovation project. With her expert help in finding and creating the most beautiful, personalized ways to fit our taste and budget we gutted and furnished our kitchen, created a lovely and luxurious master bath and walk-in closet, designed a lovely finished basement including a movie room and bathroom, transformed an old school wood paneled study into a light a lovely guest room and more. Sashya was efficient, patient, great with other vendors, picked up on our style and had a sense of what we would like or dislike within weeks of working with us.

    We cannot say enough about her work ethic and her beautiful work. We recommend her highly and without reservation.”

    — M. HAQUE

  • “It was a pleasure working with Sashya! As a developer, I’ve worked with Sashya over the years on two different custom home projects and one spec home ranging in size from 2,300sf to 9,600sf, including ultimately our very own home. For all three projects she employed a unique palette of materials and finishes. On the first project, she was employed by my client/buyer and since we worked well together implementing customization of that home, I engaged her on my next spec home project. I sought out her design for her clean, contemporary aesthetic and innovative ideas which were very important for me.

    As a client of hers on my own home, she took the time to get to know us, understand our lifestyle, learn our preferences, needs, and wants and created a home that we are extremely happy with. It is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. She has a keen attention to detail and manages the trade professionals in a respectful and direct manner to keep the project streamlined to attain the outcome that was envisioned. She also managed the budget and schedule without compromising on the function or design aesthetic from concept to completion including furniture installation.

    I would highly recommend her!”

    — B. CAULDER

  • “Sashya and team are exceptional at what they do and an absolute pleasure to work with. I can’t recommend this team enough. I needed a designer to help me bring my vision for my startup, Musicians Playground, to life. Sashya and team started with a meeting to understand my brand at length and the goals I had for the project. They produced a floor plan that would maximize efficiency of our space and meet the requirements of our brand. From flooring, to paint, to electrical - they handled all aspects of the project in great detail and with the utmost organization.

    The thing I am most appreciative of (besides our absolutely stunning space) - is that Sashya and team supported me in many ways they were not contractually obliged to. For example, pushing for savings in places I wouldn’t have tried, managing contractors (one needs a part time job just for that), being resourceful with the money we had, and emotionally supportive of the process we were undergoing —- it all made for a journey I will be forever grateful for! If you are looking for a “small team that does big things” kind of experience - this is your place and these are your people!

    Thanks so much Sashya and team for everything! We can’t wait to open a second location with you!”

    — A. O'TOOLE

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Interior Design Process

Our work is a response to how we see our clients, the architecture of the space and the experience we wish to create for them.

Warm Minimalism is an integral part of our design thinking and provides a framework for all our projects. We believe that this framework allows the people who inhabit the spaces we design, to grow into them over time while providing them warmth and comfort.

Trusting the process we have developed over the last 20 years is key to creating a space that resonates with you and is executed in a seamless way.

  • — Our process is designed to create a “narrative” for your space that drives the design decisions throughout the project. Every ‘why’ in the project is answered by this narrative.

    — This is done through an in depth interview of the decision makers and contributors

    — We also have a questionnaire that captures all your preferences, likes and dislikes. The questions are formulated to inform the experience or feeling you wish to have within the newly designed space.

    — Through the questionnaire, a few walkthroughs and several conversations, we are able to prioritize what we absolutely need to solve for. Problem solving is key in addition to creating an aesthetically inspiring space that will endure the test of time. This is a very intimate and intuitive exercise that is designed to get to know our clients.

    — We want to go beneath the surface to design a space that will be a reflection of your values.

  • — Although we are well aware of the trends in the industry, we use every opportunity to revisit and redefine our own standards of good design and our contribution to the built environment.

    — We offer you two directions of which one is developed into the final outcome. We use a material pallete, 3d renderings and views to communicate the concepts.

    — Our approach embraces handmade, high quality, sustainably sourced materials, resulting in thoughtfully curated, artisanal spaces. We do not subscribe to the throw away culture and guide our clients to make conscious decisions.

  • — Our drawings are used for permitting, pricing and construction.

    — We oversee the entire process from start to finish including project management.

    — Combining a distinct aesthetic with disciplined implemenation, the attentive client collaborations bring a distinctive voice to each project.

    — We have successful collaborations with Architects, Engineers and Contractors to ensure we surpass our clients goals and the standards we set within our studio. Our network of vendors work closely with us to ensure the smallest attention to detail.

    — Clients find Sashya’s direct and straightforward personality helpful, when making crucial decisions that ensure the outcome is successful while being on budget and on schedule.

Promise to our Interior Design Clients

You, will get our passion for design, commitment to creativity, and intuitive solutions.

We, get an opportunity to express ourselves as artists and create a realm of experiences that don’t exist.

Commercial Design Services

We work hard to ensure the space we design is a reflection of the core values of your company, what it stands for and to surpass your customers expectations.

  • — Program Development

    — The narrative as described above to gain a clear understanding our clients brand

    — Design concepts, Ideation, 3d renderings and construction drawings for permits, pricing and construction

    — Specifications for all materials, lighting, fixtures, finishes, furniture and art consulting

    — Procurement for all the above

    — Project manage through construction

    — Installation and styling of all furniture; Lighting and artwork as designed

  • We work with our clients, their marketing team and key decision makers to strategize and create a cohesive brand image throughout the marketing materials and physical space.

    We work with Architects, Engineers and Consultants to ensure all aspects of the project are well thought out and planned for to create a successful space, stay on budget and on schedule.

  • Our portfolio of work has included Corporate Interiors, Academic Institutions, Breweries, Restaurant Design, Hotel Interiors, Cruise Ships, Gyms, Spas, and Retail spaces as part of ID8 and experience gained as a team member in design firms we have worked at prior to ID8.

Residential Design Services

Our philosophy, defined as Warm Minimalism is a thread that runs through most of our projects and our clients sensibilities. Our work ranges from new construction, custom home design, gut renovations, kitchen/bath renovations and furniture only projects.

  • — The “narrative” as described above to gain a clear understanding our clients goals

    — Design concepts, 3d renderings and construction drawings for permits, pricing and construction

    — Specifications for all materials, lighting, fixtures, finishes, furniture and art consulting

    — Purchasing for all the above

    — Project manage through construction

    — Installation and styling of all furniture. lighting and artwork as designed

  • We collaborate with Architects, Engineers and Consultants on larger projects to ensure the highest standard of design and excellence.

  • We recognize that projects can be large and complex where each component is best managed by a team that specializes in their area of expertise.

Architects & Developers

We are brought on to the team early, where we interface with the Client and participate in the initial and ongoing discussions that lead to a better understanding of the goals and drivers for the project. We have worked with Architects and Developers over the years on Residential, Commercial and Institutional work to better serve the client and streamline the process for all team members.

We have the ability to provide the following:

  • Design concepts and Ideation that surpass the Status Quo

  • 3d renderings to communicate the concepts

  • Construction Drawings for permting, pricing and construction

  • Specifications of finishes/fixtures/furniture to include lighting, plumbing, hardware and accessories and custom millwork details

  • Project manage through construction to address any questions that come up for contractors, clients, engineers and Architectural Team.

  • Being part of the entire process ensures, adherence to the project goals aesthetically, while maintaining budgets and timelines.

These collaborations have been key drivers for highly successful projects.

Home Buyers

With over 20 years of experience in the field of architecture and interior design and having advised our clients through minor and major renovations, we have a finger on the pulse of the construction industry. As you are faced with making these crucial decisions within a short window of time, we can offer our design opinion on what you can and can’t achieve within certain properties.

Our service includes the following:

  • Walkthough of the property to evaluate the existing condition

  • Gain an understanding of the buyers future needs

  • We can provide a Report on our evaluation and feedback based on the criteria discussed

  • We provide minimum ranges for estimates as they can vary on final selections of materials, specifications and final scope of work

We are not Realtors, Structural Engineers, Contractors or Architects. Our report is not to be used a legal document. It is only to be used as a design guide on what to expect. Any estimates we provide are subject to market conditions and are valid for a period of 6 months.

We are a boutique design firm that believes in commitment to creativity and excellence. For these reasons, we limit the number of commissions we take on at a time to fully invest our time and resources.