NICOLEHOLLIS

What NICOLEHOLLIS does

NICOLEHOLLIS is a privately held, San Francisco-based interior architecture and design studio founded in 2002 by Nicole Hollis. The firm provides full-service interior design — encompassing concept development, space planning, material and FF&E specification, custom furniture design, art curation, and project management through construction — to two primary client segments: high-net-worth residential clients, which account for approximately 85% of revenue, and luxury hospitality operators (hotels, resorts, and spas), which account for approximately 15%. Representative hospitality projects include 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay (207,000 sq ft), Kona Village Resort (266,000 sq ft), and the Rosewood Sand Hill portfolio (hotel plus villas plus Asaya Spa in Menlo Park). Residential projects span primary residences, vacation homes, and family estates across California, New York, Hawaii, and Mexico.

The firm's core product is its design service delivered through a collective of interior designers, interior architects, and furniture designers working alongside artisans, architects, builders, and craftspeople. Underlying practice is grounded in biophilic design principles and integrated art curation rather than proprietary technology platforms. Beyond project-based design services, NICOLEHOLLIS operates two adjacent product lines: the NicoleHollis Collection — a proprietary line of seating, case goods, lighting, ceramics, and tabletop accessories sold direct via nicoleholliscollection.com — and a branded monograph, "NICOLEHOLLIS: Artistry of Home," published by Rizzoli in September 2024.

NICOLEHOLLIS operates a sales-led, relationship-driven go-to-market with no disclosed public pricing; project fees are quoted based on scope, square footage, and complexity under multi-year contracts. The firm acquires work primarily through direct client relationships, referrals from architecture partners, editorial coverage in publications such as Architectural Digest, Elle Décor, Wallpaper*, and the New York Times, sustained placement on prestige industry lists (AD100, Elle Décor A-List, Interior Design Top 100 Giants, 1stDibs Top 50), and speaking engagements at industry events. Ancillary revenue streams include product sales, publishing royalties, and a brand-positioning grant partnership with 1stDIBS. The firm is founder-owned and operator-controlled, with formal leadership bench including a Chief of Staff, Creative Director, Director of Design, and Directors of Operations, Purchasing, and Program Management, alongside two Associate Partners.

Name

NICOLEHOLLIS

Legal name

NICOLEHOLLIS, Inc.

Website

https://nicolehollis.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

NICOLEHOLLIS is a San Francisco-based interior design studio providing full-service residential and hospitality interior design for high-net-worth individuals and luxury hotel operators. Founded in 2002, the firm also operates a proprietary furniture and lighting product line and a Rizzoli-published brand monograph.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Interior Design Services

NAICS

Interior Design Services (54141)

akta.pro primary industry

Interior Design Services (BPAHAKAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial/Product & Furniture Design (BPAHAKAM), Luxury Home & Lifestyle (Tableware, Decor, Home Textiles) (CRAKAFAI)

Keywords

• Interior design services
• Residential interior design
• Hospitality design
• Custom furniture design
• Art curation

Headquarters

HQ city

San Francisco

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Interior Design Services: Full-service interior design for private residences and hospitality properties. Residential design accounts for 85% of firm revenue; hospitality accounts for 15%. Revenue is generated through design fees, furniture procurement, and project management services.
2. NicoleHollis Collection (Furniture & Home Accessories): The firm operates an e-commerce shop (nicoleholliscollection.com) selling furniture, lighting, and home accessories designed by the studio. This extends the brand into product sales.
3. Published Works & Book Sales: NICOLEHOLLIS: Artistry of Home, published by Rizzoli in September 2024, represents a branded publication generating revenue and establishing authority in the luxury design space.
4. Female Design Council Grant Partnership: In partnership with 1stDIBS, NicoleHollis co-presents the Female Design Council Grant, awarding $20,000 and mentorship to women of color in interior design. This reinforces brand positioning as an industry leader.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

NICOLEHOLLIS is a San Francisco-based luxury interior architecture and design studio providing full-service residential and hospitality interior design. It also sells a proprietary line of furniture, lighting, and home accessories (NicoleHollis Collection) and publishes a design monograph.

Product overview

NICOLEHOLLIS is a San Francisco-based interior design studio founded in 2002 by Nicole Hollis. The firm offers three interconnected service lines: Residential Interior Design (approximately 85% of revenue), Hospitality Design (approximately 15% of revenue), and a proprietary product line called the NicoleHollis Collection. The Collection, accessible via nicoleholliscollection.com, includes furniture (seating and case goods) and lighting products designed by the studio. The firm also publishes a monograph titled 'Artistry of Home' through Rizzoli. The portfolio includes projects across the US, with notable concentrations in California and Hawaii, spanning private residences, hotels, resorts, and spas.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Interior Design Services Full-service interior architecture and design for private residences and public spaces, including hospitality projects. Services encompass concept development, space planning, material selection, furniture design, and project management through construction.
• Residential Design High-end residential interior design services for private homes, representing approximately 85% of the firm's revenue. Projects range from single-family residences to multi-unit developments.
• Hospitality Design Interior design services for hotels, resorts, and hospitality venues, representing approximately 15% of the firm's revenue. Includes guest rooms, lobbies, spas, and public spaces.
• NicoleHollis Collection (Furniture & Lighting) Proprietary line of furniture and lighting products including seating, case goods, lighting fixtures, and home accessories such as sgraffito ceramics and tabletop items, available through the company's e-commerce platform.
• NICOLEHOLLIS: Artistry of Home (Monograph) A monograph book published by Rizzoli showcasing the firm's design portfolio and philosophy.

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• 1stDIBScoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 April 2025Co-presenter of the Female Design Council Grant alongside NicoleHollis. The third edition awards $20,000 cash prize and direct mentorship to an exemplary woman of color in interior design. This partnership reinforces NicoleHollis's commitment to diversity in design while positioning the brand alongside a leading luxury design marketplace.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Gensler: Global architecture and design giant with significant hospitality and luxury residential practices; operates at vastly larger scale but overlaps on luxury hospitality design mandates.
• Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA): One of the largest global hospitality interior design firms; broader and more diversified than NICOLEHOLLIS but competes for the same luxury hotel owner/operator relationships and design awards.
• Wilson Associates: Long-established luxury hospitality interior design firm; broader portfolio across global hotel brands and similarly competes for flagship luxury hospitality mandates.

Direct peers

• Kelly Wearstler: Los Angeles-based founder-led luxury interior design and lifestyle brand with own product line; comparable founder-driven model, mix of residential/hospitality, and branded home goods extension.
• Studio Munge: Toronto luxury interior design firm specializing in flagship hospitality and residential projects; comparable boutique scale, hospitality award pedigree, and luxury brand clientele.
• Champalimaud Design: New York luxury interior design studio with strong hospitality and private residential portfolios; comparable in scale, brand positioning, and roster of flagship hotel and estate projects.
• Yabu Pushelberg: Toronto-based luxury interior design firm with parallel residential and hospitality focus, similarly ranked on AD100 and global hospitality lists, comparable scale and tier-1 luxury clientele.
• Studio Sofield: New York luxury interior design firm serving high-net-worth residential clients and luxury hotels; comparable tier-1 clientele, AD100 recognition, and bespoke delivery model.
• Peter Marino Architect: Long-established luxury interior architecture firm with overlapping residential, hospitality, and retail work; AD100 mainstay serving ultra-high-net-worth clients and flagship hotels globally.
• Roman and Williams: New York design studio with parallel luxury hospitality (Ace Hotels, Standard) and bespoke residential practice; comparable founder-driven model and editorial brand presence.

Market position

Strengths2 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/nicolehollissf
• Instagraminstagram.com/nicolehollis
• Pinterestpinterest.com/nicolehollissf
• Xx.com/nicolehollissf

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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