Cook Design House

How it’s going —> how it started

Ten years ago this week, I took a leap and founded Cook Design House. ✨

What began in 2016 as a “geez I hope this works” experiment has since grown into a multi-regional practice with an extraordinary team of five, leading projects from Boston to Kauai and from Palm Beach to Seattle. This year also marks 21 years in interior design for me, and I’m still just as inspired by craftsmanship, historical context, and the power of thoughtful spaces as I was on day one.

The recognition over the years has been deeply meaningful. ASID Crystal Awards, Luxe Red Awards, a cherished ICAA Jacques Benedict Award, recurring placements on the Luxe Gold List and Colorado Homes & Lifestyles Top Designers list, and features in Luxe (including a cover!), Colorado Homes & Lifestyles, 5280 Home, and more. But what matters most is consistently showing up and elevating the standards for our work and our clients, project after project.

In 2023, I purchased a historic 1922 home in Denver and transformed it into our studio headquarters. It’s a space that reflects our commitment to preservation and design excellence. As our studio’s momentum continues to build, I’m energized by what’s ahead: expanding our reach, deepening industry relationships, and connecting with design leaders across the country in more intentional ways.

To every client, collaborator, architect, builder, vendor partner, editor, writer, mentor, friend, and team member who has trusted and supported this vision... I thank you from the bottom of my heart. This milestone belongs to you, too.
The best is still ahead. 🖤

This kitchen was always meant to feel settled, as though it had grown into the house rather than arrived all at once.

Perimeter cabinetry in Benjamin Moore Chelsea Gray grounds the room in a quiet and steady way. The island, crafted in rich walnut, brings warmth to the center - a place to gather, work, linger. All cabinets by Aspen Leaf Kitchens.

With the home’s history and lower ceilings in mind, we let restraint lead. The hood blends seamlessly into the cabinetry, keeping the eye moving and the room feeling open, uninterrupted. Instead of a statement overhead, a slim linear pendant by Ralph Lauren traces the island with just enough presence.

Quartzite countertops do what they do best: their natural movement softly tying together cabinetry, walls, and trim without asking for attention.

Nothing here shouts; everything quietly belongs.

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In this bathroom, the details do the heavy lifting. A tailored mirror that discreetly hides a medicine cabinet, a furniture-style vanity that feels collected rather than built-in, and timeless Carrara marble that nods to the home’s 1904 roots. Thoughtful layers, functional beauty, and not a single inch wasted.

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Great design is never a solo act. It’s the result of collaboration, creativity, and a shared passion for creating spaces that feel like home.

Introducing the talented women who bring every Cook Design House project to life:

From left to right:
☀️ Shea — Junior Designer, with a fresh perspective, sunshiny disposition, and thoughtful attention to detail
🤍 Ashley — Lead Designer, guiding projects with her discerning eye, soulful creativity, and caring expertise
🖤 Jodi — Owner + Principal Designer, the visionary behind Cook Design House who is always planning the next inspiration trip
✨ Xing — Interior Designer, blending function and beauty with precision while gathering inspiration from nature
✔️ Kate — Operations Manager, keeping everything running seamlessly behind the scenes while wearing all of the hats (and yes…she definitely wants to pet your dog)

Together, we are a team built on trust, artistry, and a love for timeless interiors.

We’re so grateful to design alongside one another, and for the clients who invite us into their homes.

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