An influential list highlighting the top 50 architecture and design firms specializing in interiors across North America for 2025 has been released. Now in its eighth year, the annual selection showcases a diverse group of studios, from emerging practices to established leaders, shaping the future of residential, commercial, and cultural spaces.
Key Takeaways
- The 2025 list features 50 leading architecture and design firms from the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
- Firms were selected based on editorial coverage, industry observation, and extensive research into their current work.
- The selection highlights a wide range of specializations, including residential, hospitality, workplace, and cultural projects.
- Common themes among the recognized firms include an emphasis on craftsmanship, material innovation, and contextual sensitivity.
A Diverse Landscape of Design Talent
The annual compilation serves as a guide to the most relevant and innovative firms currently active in North American interior design. The 2025 edition reflects a broad geographical and stylistic spectrum, celebrating studios that are pushing creative boundaries. The list includes practices from major design hubs like New York, Los Angeles, and Mexico City, as well as influential firms in cities such as Toronto, Chicago, and Austin.
This year's selection underscores a commitment to thoughtful and purpose-driven design. Many of the featured firms demonstrate a focus on creating sensorial experiences, utilizing local materials, and reinterpreting vernacular styles for contemporary contexts. The list is not ranked but presented as a collection of peers who are collectively influencing the direction of interior architecture.
About the Annual List
For eight consecutive years, this list has identified key players in the interior design and architecture industry. It is compiled through a process of editorial review and research, focusing on firms that have produced significant and influential work over the past year. The goal is to provide a snapshot of the industry's most dynamic and forward-thinking practitioners.
Spotlight on West Coast Innovators
The West Coast of the United States continues to be a hotbed of design innovation, with numerous firms from California, Washington, and Texas recognized for their contributions.
22RE (Los Angeles)
Founded by principal Dean Levin, 22RE integrates ground-up architecture, interiors, and furniture design. The studio is known for its strong emphasis on craft and the creation of rich sensorial experiences in its projects.
Aidlin Darling Design (San Francisco)
Established in 1998 by Joshua Aidlin and David Darling, this firm operates across both public and private sectors. Their work is characterized by a deep connection to the environment and a philosophy of design restraint.
Bestor Architecture (Los Angeles)
Barbara Bestor's firm works on a variety of scales, from large community centers to intimate wineries. A key focus of Bestor Architecture is the creation of accessible urbanism that engages with its community.
Charlap Hyman & Herrero (New York; Los Angeles)
Led by Adam Charlap Hyman and Andre Herrero, this bicoastal firm is celebrated for its fantastical and immersive vision. Their design process often incorporates divergent art forms to create unique environments.
Current Interests (Los Angeles)
Established in 2017 by Matthew Au and Mira Henry, Current Interests focuses on cultural projects, residences, and exhibitions. The firm prioritizes social, spatial, and material liveliness in its designs.
Figure (San Francisco)
James Leng and Jennifer Ly lead Figure, a practice known for its quiet yet impactful interventions. Their approach is marked by a sensitivity to identity, context, and an economy of means.
Johnston Marklee (Los Angeles; Cambridge, Massachusetts)
Since its founding in 1998 by Sharon Johnston and Mark Lee, this firm has completed projects in 14 countries. Johnston Marklee is deeply engaged with arts, culture, and academic pursuits, which informs its architectural and interior work.
Marmol Radziner (Los Angeles; San Francisco; New York)
Since 1989, Leo Marmol and Ron Radziner have led this design-build practice. The firm integrates architecture, construction, landscape, and interior design into a seamless process.
ONO (San Francisco)
Founded in 2020 by Tyler Noblin and Max Obata, ONO combines a visual language of warmth with formal restraint. The office works on projects across the United States.
Sidell Pakravan Architects (Berkeley, California)
Kristen Sidell and Rudabeh Pakravan began their practice in 2014. The firm explores both speculative research and building commissions, primarily in Northern California.
East Coast Powerhouses and Design Leaders
New York City remains a global center for design, with a significant number of the recognized firms based there. These studios are known for their work in luxury residential, commercial, and cultural sectors.
Almost Studio (New York)
Cofounded in 2018 by Dorian Booth and Anthony Gagliardi, Almost Studio experiments with form, material, and program across various project types.
Architecture Research Office (New York)
This firm is led by Stephen Cassell, Kim Yao, and Adam Yarinsky. Their collective practice is united by a rigorous, research-driven approach to design challenges.
BOND (New York; Los Angeles)
Founded in 2020 by Noam Dvir and Daniel Rauchwerger, BOND aims to bridge the gap between the disciplines of architecture and interior design.
Brent Buck Architects (New York)
Brent Allen Buck established his office in 2018. The practice delivers a wide range of projects, from small-scale furniture to large multifamily buildings and their interiors.
CIVILIAN (New York)
Led by Nicko Elliott and Ksenia Kagner, CIVILIAN focuses on creating contextually and architecturally driven interiors for cultural institutions and commercial clients.
GRT Architects (New York)
Cofounders Tal Schori and Rustam-Marc Mehta lead a team of 12. The firm is motivated by the goal of uniting distinctive aesthetics with technical excellence in all its work.
INC Architecture & Design (New York)
Created by Adam Rolston, Drew Stuart, and Gabriel Benroth, INC works across interiors, architecture, and object design. Their philosophy incorporates joy, utility, and craft.
JG Neukomm Architecture (New York)
Led by Jean-Gabriel Neukomm, this firm specializes in luxury residential, hospitality, and commercial projects. A strong consideration of context and tactility is present in all their work.
Post Company (New York; Jackson, Wyoming)
Ruben Caldwell, Jou-Yie Chou, and Leigh Salem lead this firm, which works in hospitality, retail, and residential design. They are known for creating grounded, rich, and well-researched environments.
Rockwell Group (New York; Los Angeles; Madrid)
Founded in 1984 by David Rockwell, this 350-person firm is globally recognized for its layered and theatrical interiors. The group works across a vast range of scales and project types.
Selldorf Architects (New York)
Established by Annabelle Selldorf in 1988, this 65-person firm is known for its clear, modern sensibilities. They design large-scale public and civic projects as well as private spaces.
SO – IL (New York)
Jing Liu and Florian Idenburg lead SOLID OBJECTIVES IDENBURG LIU (SO – IL). The firm focuses on creating civic and art projects that have a meaningful cultural or social impact.
Yabu Pushelberg (New York; Toronto)
This global studio was cofounded by George Yabu and Glenn Pushelberg in 1980. They have designed interiors, furniture, and objects, working within multiple layers of the design field.
A Legacy of Influence
Several firms on the list have been in practice for over three decades, including Rockwell Group (founded 1984), Selldorf Architects (1988), and Marmol Radziner (1989). Their continued presence highlights their lasting impact on the industry.
Rising Influence from Canada and Mexico
The list also recognizes the growing impact of firms based in Canada and Mexico, who bring unique cultural perspectives and design approaches to the North American landscape.
Anya Moryoussef Architect (Toronto)
Anya Moryoussef initiated her practice in 2016. She focuses on the overlooked potential of renovations and vernacular reinterpretation, approaching projects with restraint and sensitivity.
D’Arcy Jones Architects (Vancouver)
Since 1999, D’Arcy Jones has developed a practice that delivers inventive and conceptual work. The firm operates across various scales in both urban and rural settings.
Ivy Studio (Montreal)
Partners Guillaume Riel, Philip Staszewski, Gabrielle Rousseau, and David Kirouac make up Ivy Studio. The office is known for creating bold and hyper-personal spaces.
LANZA (Mexico City)
Founded in 2015 by Isabel Abascal and Alessandro Arienzo, LANZA celebrates beauty through striking forms, conceptual furniture, and engaging exhibition design.
Pérez Palacios Arquitectos Asociados (Mexico City)
In 2018, Pablo Pérez Palacios founded his practice to work across multiple disciplines, including architecture, art, planning, urban design, and interior design.
Ste Marie (Vancouver, British Columbia)
Led by Craig Stanghetta, Ste Marie designs immersive hospitality, residential, and commercial spaces throughout North America.
Other Notable Firms Across North America
Beyond the major coastal hubs, exceptional design talent is thriving in cities across the continent. The list includes firms from Washington D.C., Chicago, Austin, and Fayetteville, Arkansas, among others.
- ALA Studio: Led by Alda Ly and Tania Chau, this firm serves global clients looking to rethink hospitality, wellness, and retail spaces.
- Bernatz Studio (Los Angeles): Patrick Bernatz's studio prioritizes local materials and craftsmanship in its design, architecture, and furnishings.
- BLDUS (Washington, D.C.): Founded in 2013 by Jack Becker and Andrew Linn, BLDUS explores American vernaculars and economy of construction.
- Fox Fox Studio (Austin): Husband-and-wife team Will and Alice Fox lead with an emphasis on conceptual narrative and art sensibilities.
- Future Firm (Chicago): Founded by Ann Lui and Craig Reschke in 2015, this office focuses on clients in arts, culture, and nonprofit organizations.
- Hunt Architecture (Austin): Led by Nick and Brittany Hunt, this firm integrates interior architecture and design with a modern, approachable style.
- Kwong Von Glinow (Chicago): Established in 2017 by Lap Chi Kwong and Alison Von Glinow, the firm brings a formally innovative yet accessible spirit to its projects.
- Marlon Blackwell Architects (Fayetteville, Arkansas): Led by Marlon and Meryati Blackwell, the firm practices architecture and interiors that are contextually resonant and experientially rich.
- Michael Hsu Office of Architecture (Austin, Texas; Houston): Founded in 2005, Michael Hsu's office works on diverse projects unified by a sense of welcoming hospitality.
- Odami (Toronto): Led by Arancha González Bernardo and Michael Fohring, Odami delivers commercial and residential spaces with atmospheric and confident visual languages.
This comprehensive list affirms the health and creativity of the design industry in North America, showcasing a generation of architects and designers committed to creating thoughtful, innovative, and beautiful interior environments.