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At TEW Design Studio, we craft kitchens that are as functional as they look—bringing bold ideas to life while ensuring every space reflects your lifestyle and needs. Whether you’re dreaming of a chef’s kitchen, an open-concept space for entertaining, or a sleek, modern refresh, we design with purpose, creativity, and you in mind.
From cabinetry and countertops to lighting and layout, we consider every detail to create a kitchen that works as beautifully as it looks. Ready to reimagine your space? Let’s bring your dream kitchen to life.
From outdated to outstanding, here’s a look at some of our favorite before-and-after projects. Each space is a testament to bold ideas, thoughtful details, and the power of great design.
At TEW Design Studio, we believe great design is about more than aesthetics—it’s about creating spaces that feel effortless, functional, and uniquely yours. Our clients trust us to bring bold ideas to life with a seamless, full-service experience. But don’t just take our word for it—see what they have to say!
We worked with TEW to help us remodel our kitchen, living room, and dining area in our 1960s split level home in Raleigh. Rima and Frances met with us many times throughout the course of our project. They really listened to what we were looking for and incorporated all of our priorities into their design. Throughout the process Rima and her team were organized, communicative, and transparent. All of the contractors and sub-contractors that were chosen by TEW did fantastic work. We encountered a few unexpected structural issues once demo was complete but TEW walked us through our options and were very clear about how timeline and budget would be impacted in each scenario. We felt informed and supported throughout our decision-making and are absolutely thrilled with the end result!
My young family was new to the process of house renovations and approaching a full kitchen remodel with a toddler was daunting.u003cbru003eRima and her team were wonderful every step of the way. Stephanie created a stunning kitchen design that was truly customized to enhance our real life. She asked great questions and listened deeply to our answers, honoring the input in a way that always made us feel understood. They respected our budget and it never impacted the quality of the design. When unexpected twists occurred during construction so we had to source new material, the TEW team were eager to help problem solve and approached it as an exciting challenge rather than an inconvenience.u003cbru003eWhen I stand in my new kitchen, it feels like an expression of my heart. Not only did TEW design a space built for functionality, they created a kitchen that feels like a permanent home.u003cbru003eThe contractor we worked with was recommended by TEW and is another example of TEW’s commitment to excellence. We had a wonderful experience from beginning to end and trusted the relationship between the design and execution.
We worked with TEW in fall 2023 to update the house we recently purchased. We cannot recommend them enough. The entire team is brilliant and the design updates to our house went above and beyond what we had hoped for. They listened to our needs and preferences and made recommendations that incorporated our thoughts with innovative and creative design elements.
We worked with Tew to redesign our kitchen, and they were fantastic! They took our very rough vision for what we wanted and needed our kitchen to be for a growing family and turned it into something both visually stunning and wonderfully more functional. They were a pleasure to work with from the design phase, through helping us find a contractor, on to putting in the final touches once all the building and installing was completed.
The TEW team recently completed a major remodel of our primary bathroom and closet. They were very attentive to our inspiration photos, and blended their own design sense seamlessly with our likes in coming up with a design we couldn’t have imagined on our own. They coordinated with their network of contractors so we had peace of mind in who came in and out of our home during the course of the project.
Design is always evolving, and so are we. Our blog is where we share expert tips, behind-the-scenes insights, and the inspiration behind our latest projects. Whether you’re looking for bold ideas, practical advice, or a fresh perspective on interiors, you’ll find it all here. Explore, get inspired, and bring a little more beauty into your space.
When our clients decided to relocate from California to North Carolina, they found their forever home before they’d ever set foot in the state. It was a beautiful mid-century modern style home in the Raleigh Triangle area with great bones, ready for some light updates and a lot of personalization. The catch was that they […]
“The goal isn’t a room that looks good in photos but stresses everyone out to maintain. It’s one where the design works quietly and the people living there can exhale.” That line is from a piece I wrote for Kitchen & Bath Business this month, and you can read the full feature here. It’s about […]
This project just earned a Residential Specialty Award in the Regional 2026 Chrysalis Design Awards, and we wanted to share the full story behind it. The Chrysalis Awards recognize the best in residential remodeling across the country, honoring teams for design, craftsmanship, and problem-solving. This is our fifth Chrysalis Award in four years, and this […]
Explore our latest transformations, bold designs, and behind-the-scenes moments—right from our Instagram feed. Scroll through to see how we bring creative visions to life, one space at a time
This speakeasy-inspired lounge was designed to feel like a secret getaway. Moody black walls set the stage, a bold printed wallpaper overhead turns the ceiling into art, and a pair of orange velvet chairs adds just the right amount of unexpected color.
See the full design on our website, link in the story.
Wishing a very happy birthday to the woman who keeps every TEW project running smoothly! 🎉
Lisé brings her signature style to everything she does, along with a warmth and sense of humor that make our studio better every day. We`re so lucky to have her energy around!
Happy birthday to an incredible coordinator, colleague, and friend! 🥂
Grateful for an incredible and busy summer! Between site visits, getting to know new clients and getting reconnected with old clients, design meetings, and getting to finish out some amazing projects, it’s been a whirlwind in the best way. This team has been on the move and showing up for it all, and we’ve loved every conversation and every space we got to be part of. From the first walkthrough to the final styling touches, each project has reminded us why we do this work. We love the work we get to do. No two days look the same and that’s exactly how we like it!
Part 1 of this bath renovation – the vanity with So. Much. Storage!
As a designer that is neurodivergent, I`m all about keeping spaces clear and free of clutter.
Save this reel for some dream bath inspo!
Designing for aging in place isn`t about making a bathroom look "accessible", we want it to work beautifully for the long run.
To learn more about how we design for aging in place, read the blog linked in our story.
This space went from impractical to functional with way more storage. Stay tuned to see more from this bath reno!
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Every tile choice. Every layout decision. Every "wait, will this actually work for how they live?" it`s a big ask, and we don`t take it lightly.
This one? Built around what they actually needed, not just what looks good in a photo. Function first, beauty right alongside it.
Watch to see how it came together!
This room feels warm because every single choice in it was made on purpose.
Read the blog on how we make minimalism intentional – linked in our story!
From no nightstands to a luxury hotel worthy retreat.
This primary bedroom started with clients who told us, in their own words, that they had zero interior design sense. What they did have was trust, and that’s really all a project needs to get somewhere special.
We built the room around sage green walls, warm woven texture on the bed, and navy velvet drapery that reads collected rather than staged. Black nightstands with brass pulls ground the palette, and a pair of cream swivel chairs turns the far wall into its own quiet corner.
The client said it best: it transformed the room and made it a calm, serene space, blackout curtains and all.
That’s the part we love most. Not just how a room looks, but how it changes the way you feel inside it.
If your bathroom makes you anxious, it might be missing these 3 things👇
1️⃣ Layered + natural light
2️⃣ Storage that hides clutter
3️⃣ The right color palette – greens and blues feel calm
These small shifts can make a big difference in your everyday.
Our founder Rima breaks it down in the video, save this one for your next bathroom refresh!
Who says neutral is the only way to do timeless? 🌈
For this bathroom reno, my clients wanted a space that reflected the fun personalities of their two girls. I reconfigured the vanity and made the bath and shower areas more FUN ctional, proof that bold, bright color can still feel classic and elevated.
I`m a neurodivergent designer, and that shapes every project I take on, not just the colorful ones. I build in visual order, clear zones, and sensory-friendly layouts as a baseline, because a space that feels calm and easy to navigate benefits every client, neurodivergent or not. This bathroom just happens to prove it can be joyful too.
Save this for inspo!
Please excuse me while I explore various awkward poses 😜
Tub. Shower. Toilet. You have my full commitment to show you every inch of this amazing bathroom. But for real – This is what calm, intentional design looks like in practice.
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Ready to bring your vision to life? Whether you’re refreshing a single room or designing from the ground up, our team is here to craft a space that’s bold, balanced, and uniquely yours. Reach out today—let’s make something beautiful together.
