Interior Design Studio CHICAGO
DESIGN FOR THE BOLD
Studio Sven is a full-service interior design studio known for intriguing and elevated, yet extremely livable residential spaces. We are passionate about well-curated lifestyles, grounding each space in feeling, form, and function.
We BELIEVE
IN CURIOSITY OVER CONFORMITY.
Curiosity is our superpower. Questioning, observing, and connecting the dots.
We dive deep into how you live, what you need, and the lifestyle you desire.
We are focused on authenticity exploring new ideas for each challenge, creating bespoke pieces, and delivering the unexpected. We obsess over the details that make all the difference between good and great, so you don’t have to.
OUR STUDIO’S PHILOSOPHY
We DESIGN FOR OUR CLIENTS LIVES, NOT JUST THEIR HOMES.
We are consistent in our philosophy and design in response to how you live in and interact with the space around you — your daily challenges and the life you aspire to live — to create a space where you can truly thrive.
OUR SERVICES
Every element of the intimate design process — from that first moment of magic, through the last piece of art hung — is meticulously managed. It’s our complete obsession with getting it right that instills confidence and trust with clients, vendors, and artisans, and allows Studio Sven to do its thing. The results are homes that look killer, but more importantly, make for a more well-rounded and beautiful life.
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It's essential to start new construction projects with the right team. Through close collaboration with architects and contractors, we ensure transparent communication throughout every phase of the project, leveraging our expertise and meticulous attention to detail. The result is a cohesive and thoughtfully crafted design tailored to your specific needs and preferences.
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Whether it's updating a fireplace, overhauling a kitchen and bath, or undertaking a full gut renovation, we’ve got you covered! We thrive on challenges and apply our signature strategies for maximizing square footage and resources. Ask Lauren about the complete gut renovation of her 130-year-old Victorian home.
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It’s more than selecting a beautiful sofa; it’s about function, cohesion, and balance with a touch of the unexpected. We bring the vision—and have the experience to back it up. We hunt, specify, modify, and craft custom solutions. We purchase it, track it, install it, and style it.
OUR WORK
Studio Sven designs for multi-faceted and passionate individuals, offering an elevated reflection of how they experience the world.
LOFTY ASPIRATIONS
A fully renovated Wicker Park
penthouse with the perfect mix of vintage & contemporary furnishings.
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1550 On
The Park
A Gold Coast gem for a fashion
forward family combines 1970s vibes
& modern livability.
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FULTON
FIRE
An enviable art collection sets
the tone for this bachelor’s dual-purpose, industrial solo pad.
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MEET OUR
FOUNDER
Lauren Svenstrup leads Studio Sven with a hefty dose of wit and an undeniable point of view.
With a background in furniture and human-centered design, along with an impressive resume built at some of the country’s leading interior design firms, Lauren toes the line of her studied, old-school design past with her inclination to buck the rules at every turn. It’s that balanced dualism that makes up her unique brand of alchemy.
Through a collaborative process, Lauren carefully focuses on what makes each client tick, allowing her to dream up the spaces seen in the likes of The Wall Street Journal, LUXE Interiors + Design, and Rue.
In the Press
FAQs
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At Studio Sven, full-service means we are with you from concept to completion.
We take the time to get to know you and help you make the best decisions to align with your aesthetic, lifestyle, and investment goals. We assist you in defining and developing your personal aesthetic, introducing new concepts, and pushing boundaries, resulting in a design that is unexpected yet perfectly you.
We source and coordinate every item to bring the vision to life. We draft plans, create timelines, handle purchasing and logistics, and execute installations—all while addressing any unexpected challenges along the way. Transforming what can be an overwhelming endeavor into a memorable experience.
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Each client is unique, with their own distinct priorities and preferences. After the initial consultation, we can provide a cost range based on similar-sized projects we've completed in the past. However, it's still too early to determine the exact cost of your project.
Without thoroughly exploring the possibilities, lifestyle benefits, and associated costs, it can be challenging to grasp the true value of investing in something as personal as your home.
We analyze, hypothesize, and advise– focusing first on the big concepts to determine your investment threshold while maximizing resources. Most importantly, we educate and empower our clients, ensuring they feel confident in their decisions and the associated investments.
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To us, Unapologetic living is an aspirational way of being. It’s embracing the present, and doing so confidently.
More specifically, prioritizing function and self-fulfillment within the confines of your home, and doing so without regret. We create an environment that enables you to function as your highest self and feel settled and accomplished exactly where you are in life.Unapologetically embrace life—whether it’s investing in a piece of art you love or adding personal touches to a home that may not be your forever home. When the focus is on you and your lifestyle, even for a brief moment, the results can be truly transformative.
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IN MIND?
ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET’S TALK ABOUT YOU.
“FOR SVENSTRUP, WHOSE PROCESS EXPLORES THE DISRUPTIVE, THE ASPIRATIONAL, AND THE COUNTERCULTURAL, DESIGN IS A TOOL OF COMMUNICATION AND OF EXPRESSION."
- GREAT LAKES BY DESIGN
