Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Interior Design Partner in Boston, MA
iD8 Design Studio is an award-winning interior design firm headquartered in Boston, MA, with a global reach. Founded in 2012 by Principal Designer iD8 Design Studio Fernandes, the studio specializes in creating intentional, calm, and nurturing environments through its signature 'Warm Minimalism' design ethos. With over 20 years of experience in architecture and interior design, the firm serves residential and commercial clients locally and internationally, offering full-service design solutions from concept to completion. The team combines deep cultural understanding with technical expertise to deliver spaces that reflect clients' values while prioritizing functionality and timeless aesthetics.Recognized by Modern Luxury Interiors magazine for Best Modern Interior Design in Boston (2024-2025), the firm collaborates with architects and developers to ensure seamless execution of projects ranging from custom homes to corporate interiors. Their process emphasizes intuitive problem-solving, sustainable material selection, and meticulous project management to exceed client expectations.
Services
Residential Design
Commercial Design
Kitchen & Bath Renovations
Space Planning
Furniture Specification
Project Management
Home Buyer Consultation
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of global architectural and interior design expertise
- Our LEED-certified team prioritizes sustainable, conscious design decisions
- We provide full-service project management from concept to completion
- Our 'Warm Minimalism' approach creates timeless, functional spaces
- Recognized by Modern Luxury Interiors for Best Modern Interior Design in Boston
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
What people say
Exceptional design vision
Meticulous attention to detail
Budget management expertise
Collaborative approach
Transformative spatial solutions
Services
Residential Design
Our residential design service creates personalized living spaces that balance aesthetics and functionality. Specializing in new construction, custom homes, and renovations, we employ our 'Warm Minimalism' philosophy to craft environments that reflect clients' lifestyles while maximizing spatial efficiency. The process includes detailed space planning, material selection, and project management to ensure seamless execution from concept to completion.
Commercial Design
We design commercial spaces that embody brand identity while optimizing functionality. Our services include program development, 3D renderings, and construction documentation for corporate interiors, retail spaces, and hospitality venues. By collaborating with architects and engineers, we ensure spaces meet operational needs while maintaining aesthetic excellence through sustainable material choices and innovative spatial solutions.
Kitchen & Bath Renovations
Specializing in kitchen and bathroom transformations, we combine practicality with sophisticated design. Our process addresses layout optimization, fixture selection, and custom millwork to create spaces that enhance daily living. We manage all aspects from permitting to installation, ensuring projects stay within budget while delivering durable, visually striking results that increase property value.
Project Management
Our comprehensive project management ensures flawless implementation of design concepts. We coordinate with contractors, vendors, and consultants to maintain quality control across all project phases. This includes timeline management, budget tracking, and on-site supervision to guarantee adherence to design specifications while addressing any challenges that arise during construction.
Home Buyer Consultation
We provide expert guidance for home buyers assessing potential properties. Our service includes site evaluations to determine renovation feasibility, cost estimates for modifications, and design recommendations to meet future needs. While not a structural analysis, this consultation helps clients understand spatial possibilities and make informed purchasing decisions aligned with their lifestyle requirements.
People
iD8 Design Studio Fernandes
Principal Designer + Founder
LEED AP-certified designer with 20+ years of global experience in architecture and interior design. Born in Mumbai, educated in Dubai and England, she established iD8 Design Studio in Boston after working with renowned firms. Her 'Warm Minimalism' philosophy emphasizes sustainable materials and intuitive spatial solutions.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We operate from Boston, MA, serving local communities including Cambridge, Newton, Wellesley, and extending to Maine, Connecticut, New York, and New Hampshire. Our services are also available globally for select projects.
What design style do you specialize in?
Our signature 'Warm Minimalism' combines clean modern lines with natural materials and organic textures to create inviting, functional spaces that stand the test of time.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we offer comprehensive design services for both residential (homes, renovations) and commercial (offices, retail, hospitality) spaces, maintaining the same commitment to quality and client collaboration.
How does your design process work?
Our process begins with in-depth client interviews and a detailed questionnaire to understand lifestyle needs. We create 3D renderings and material selections, followed by construction documentation and full project management through completion.
Are you LEED certified?
Yes, Principal Designer Sashya Thind Fernandes holds LEED AP certification, ensuring sustainable design practices and environmentally conscious material selection for all projects.
Can you assist with home buyer consultations?
We offer property evaluation services to help buyers assess renovation potential, provide cost estimates, and make informed decisions about spatial possibilities in prospective properties.
Reviews (6)
Peter Dupuis Jr
Jan 07, 2021
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ID8 Design and Sashya in particular were a pleasure to work with on our recent design and renovation project. Her talent really shined when it came to taking an old, warehouse style brick and beam space and creating a slick, clean, modern makeover. Her attention to detail, work ethic and ability to stay within budget were appreciated. She also has a gift of working with people to keep the project on track when problems arise. After interviewing several other designers, we were thrilled that we decided on her.
Indira Batra
Nov 16, 2020
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It has been a pleasure working with Sashya and her wonderful team at ID8.
Sashya worked with us as we designed the spaces in our new home including selection of stones for fireplaces, light fixtures, bathroom/kitchen fixtures, and tiles and carpets. She understood our preferences very quickly and proposed ideas that made the home a consistent yet creative execution of our vision. She helped us select wall papers that matched our idea of a modern but classical home, and one that reminded us of our upbringing.She subsequently helped us furnish most of the rooms beautifully, keeping our aesthetics
Sashya worked with us as we designed the spaces in our new home including selection of stones for fireplaces, light fixtures, bathroom/kitchen fixtures, and tiles and carpets. She understood our preferences very quickly and proposed ideas that made the home a consistent yet creative execution of our vision. She helped us select wall papers that matched our idea of a modern but classical home, and one that reminded us of our upbringing.She subsequently helped us furnish most of the rooms beautifully, keeping our aesthetics
Chris Raynor
Aug 18, 2020
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Our high-rise apartment building partnered with iD8 Design Studio to do a design and renovation of our common area spaces. Not only were the results beautiful, but working with Sashya and her team were a joy. I really felt like we were partners throughout the whole project -- open lines of communication, investment in the quality of outcomes, and help with bidding out to manufacturers and vendors were all seamless. They helped do a lot of the follow up and communication as the physical work was being conducted as well and it all resulted in a great design, quality work, and happy residents. I can
Jennifer Schley Johnson
Oct 08, 2019
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We initially hired ID8 to help us trouble shoot an awkward transition area that needed to look integrated and function as a small mudroom. It was definitely a tricky task, and not only did Sashya come up with a really creative solution but a stunning one, as well. We were so pleased with how it turned out that we then hired her to help us design our breakfast nook and sitting area. It turned out beautifully and we've received many compliments. (The space ended up being featured in a local and national design publication.) Sashya has that special ability to work with her client's aesthetic while
Nisha Basu
Sep 20, 2019
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Sashya and her team worked with us on 2 separate renovations - one of our kitchen and dining room and another of our living room and entry way. We loved her creative input, commitment to a cohesive vision and oversight of the construction team. I highly recommend ID8 and would give 10 stars if I could.
William Caulder
Aug 28, 2019
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It was a pleasure working with Sashya! As a developer, Ive 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
