I've spent my career building businesses across retail and real estate, and Residence Supply is where that work has come together in the way I've always wanted it to.
My interests in history and literature have shaped how I think about design more than I once realized. I'm drawn to the stories behind objects, buildings, and places, which is precisely why architecture serves as such a significant source of inspiration for me.
My background in real estate gave me a deep appreciation for how every design decision fits into the larger architecture of a project. But within that structure, I've always been drawn to the details that go beyond function: color, pattern, and unconventional materials that carry a point of view. These choices are where a project stops being purely functional and starts becoming personal. For me, they're less about following a formula and more about an ongoing expression of taste, the accumulated instincts of what I find beautiful, surprising, or worth living with every day.
In my view, the most compelling architecture is shaped by its owner's passions. One of my favorite examples is the Morgan Library & Museum. Until you step inside, it's difficult to fully grasp the depth of Morgan's love for knowledge, yet more than a century later, the space still communicates that passion with remarkable clarity. It's a reminder that great design isn't simply about aesthetics. It's about creating something that reveals who you are.
I remain conscious of preserving a sense of enjoyment throughout the creative process. The work should still hold moments of humor and lightness. A willingness not to take oneself too seriously is, I think, essential to producing work that feels genuinely alive.
Today, Residence Supply is moving in a direction where the brand can stand for something distinct. I want our design language to reflect a genuine fascination with interiors, balanced with a sense of playfulness. Too often, contemporary spaces feel monochromatic, overly restrained, and sterile. We want to push against that through color, pattern, texture, materiality, and personality.
I feel a deep sense of gratitude for the talented individuals I have the privilege of working with every day, including my longtime partner in this endeavor, Jacky. Residence Supply has never been the work of a single person. It is the result of shared ideas, differing perspectives, and a collective passion for building something lasting.
—Cat
