Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Interior Design Experts in Costa Mesa
Gatehouse Studio is a boutique interior design studio and retail store dedicated to creating personalized spaces that reflect our clients' unique lifestyles and aesthetics. Founded in 2004 by Kim Sankey, our team of skilled designers and project managers brings over two decades of combined experience to every project, from ground-up construction to individual room styling. We pride ourselves on offering high-quality products and meticulous attention to detail, serving both residential and trade clients through our main store and sister location, Clayton Home. Our expertise spans nationwide projects, with a strong local presence in the Newport Beach and Costa Mesa communities. We utilize advanced tools like CAD renderings, SketchUp, and Photoshop to deliver precise, client-focused designs.Our team includes certified professionals like Emma, a KLC School of Design graduate, and Marissa, a junior designer pursuing her Interior Design degree. We emphasize collaboration, working closely with clients and trade partners to source premium fabrics and furnishings. Our portfolio showcases diverse projects, from coastal retreats in Malibu to rustic Bay Island homes, each tailored to the client's vision. We are committed to maintaining our reputation as a trusted, community-focused business that prioritizes quality and innovation in every design solution.
Services
Interior Design
Home Staging
Retail Home Goods
CAD Renderings
Showroom Management
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in residential interior design and home staging.
- Our team includes certified designers with expertise in CAD and 3D modeling software.
- We provide nationwide design services with deep local market knowledge in Orange County.
- Our sister store Clayton Home offers exclusive access to premium trade-only furnishings.
- We guarantee personalized attention to detail in every project from concept to completion.
Services
Interior Design
Our interior design service creates customized residential environments that reflect clients' personalities and lifestyles. We handle projects from complete home renovations to individual room designs, utilizing advanced tools like CAD and SketchUp to visualize concepts. With expertise in both modern and traditional aesthetics, we deliver functional, beautiful spaces that meet specific client needs while maintaining a 20-year reputation for excellence in Orange County.
Home Staging
Professional home staging services prepare properties for market with strategic furnishing and decor arrangements. Our team maximizes visual appeal to attract potential buyers, drawing on extensive experience in real estate presentation. We combine current design trends with proven techniques to highlight architectural features and create emotional connections with viewers, helping clients achieve faster sales at optimal price points.
Retail Home Goods
Our curated retail collection features premium home decor items including lighting, textiles, and accessories. The store showcases unique pieces like handcrafted lamps, designer pillows, and artisanal decor elements. As both a design studio and retail destination, we offer clients direct access to high-quality products used in our professional projects, ensuring consistency between showroom samples and final installations.
CAD Renderings
We create detailed digital visualizations using CAD and SketchUp software to help clients preview design concepts. These renderings accurately represent spatial relationships, material selections, and lighting effects before implementation. Our technical expertise ensures precise planning for both new construction and renovation projects, allowing for adjustments during the design phase to optimize outcomes and minimize costly changes during execution.
Showroom Management
Through our sister store Clayton Home, we provide professional-grade showroom services for trade clients. Our team assists designers in sourcing premium fabrics, furnishings, and decor elements from leading brands. We maintain relationships with suppliers like Kravet to offer exclusive access to high-end materials, supporting both residential and commercial projects with comprehensive material selection and procurement services.
People
Kim Sankey
Founder & Lead Interior Designer
Kim Sankey founded Gatehouse Studio in 2004 after graduating from FIDM and attending Paris design shows. She combines merchandising expertise with interior design experience to lead all residential projects.
Emma
Lead Designer
Emma, a KLC School of Design graduate, leads coastal projects and manages business operations. She brings international experience from London and Sweden to her design approach.
Brooke
Junior Designer
Brooke handles design proposals, client relations, and project execution. She contributes to both residential projects and showroom operations with her practical design expertise.
Marissa
Design Assistant
Marissa supports design projects while pursuing her Interior Design degree. She specializes in CAD renderings and digital visualization tools for client presentations.
Ellen & Melissa
Showroom Managers
Ellen and Melissa manage Clayton Home and the Kravet showroom. They provide trade clients with expert guidance in fabric and furnishing selections for residential and commercial projects.
Questions
What interior design services do you offer?
We provide full-service residential design including space planning, material selection, and project management for both new construction and renovations.
Do you serve areas outside Orange County?
Yes, we handle projects nationwide including Northern California, Florida, and Southern California regions beyond our Costa Mesa base.
What home staging services are available?
Our staging services include furniture arrangement, decor selection, and property presentation strategies to maximize market appeal and buyer interest.
Can I purchase decor items shown in your projects?
Yes, our retail store offers the same premium home goods featured in our design projects, including lighting, textiles, and accessories.
How do you incorporate technology in design?
We use CAD and SketchUp software to create detailed 3D renderings that help visualize design concepts before implementation begins.
Do you work with trade professionals?
Yes, our sister store Clayton Home provides trade-only access to premium materials and Kravet products for design professionals and contractors.
