Experiential Interior Design: Transforming Commercial Spaces to Unlock Hidden Potential
Beyond Design Trends and Ergonomics
We get it. You worry that interior designers prioritize trends, aesthetics, and ergonomics, and while you value all that, you’re concerned they might miss the mark on understanding your brand, business goals, and the true needs of your employees and customers.
A design misfire doesn’t just fail to impress—it can undermine your brand values, hinder employee productivity, and fall short of delivering the customer experiences that drive loyalty and revenue. When your space underperforms—everyone feels it.
Don’t let a design oversight cost you time, money, and opportunities.
At Donna Rae Interiors, we do things differently to create a new Alchemy in your commercial spaces. We dig beyond the surface to create powerful, holistic experiences that impact commerce by engaging employees and customers on a deeper level.
The Donna Rae Difference:
Employee Satisfaction, Customer Engagement, and Brand Elevation
Your space is more than a location—it’s a catalyst for inspiration, connection, and results. Yet too often, employees and customers feel disconnected from the very environments meant to serve them.
At Donna Rae Interiors, I offer a rare trifecta of skills:—interior design, brand strategy, and customer experience design—to create spaces that inspire, engage, and perform. My human-centered approach uses journey mapping to deeply understand the needs and experiences of your stakeholders in various scenarios, driving designs that elevate your brand, boost employee productivity, and keep customers engaged.
That’s the Donna Rae Difference.
Ready to transform your space into a powerful business asset that leaves lasting impressions?
Resimercial Design: Where Comfort Meets Commerce
At Donna Rae Interiors, our "Resimercial" approach blends homey comfort with commercial professionalism to elevate the human experience without sacrificing performance.
We combine soft textures, cozy furnishings, and intuitive layouts with functional elements—adaptive lighting, sound absorbing materials, biophilic design, and brand-aligned color schemes — to enhance mood, boost productivity, and encourage well-being.
Whether easing the shift from remote work to office life, creating inviting retail spaces, or enhancing social connections in restaurants, our designs turn ordinary spaces into true destinations —places people are drawn to, return to, and feel truly supported.
This is Interior Alchemy: Where Comfort Meets Commerce.
Interior Alchemy: Transforming Spaces To Drive Performance
At Donna Rae Interiors, we design spaces that look great while helping employees to thrive, customers to engage, brands to shine, and businesses to grow.
That's the power of Interior Alchemy. It's not just design—it's business transformation through space.
For Your Employees:
• Increase Retention: Thoughtfully designed workspaces demonstrate a commitment to employee well-being, fostering loyalty and reducing turnover.
• Enhance Collaboration: Open, adaptable layouts and task-specific zones encourage teamwork and innovation.
• Improve Focus: Ergonomic designs and quiet zones help employees concentrate and perform at their best.
• Boost Morale: Inspiring, well-designed spaces elevate satisfaction and instill pride.
For Your Customers:
• Create Memorable Experiences: Engaging spaces leave lasting impressions and build loyalty.
• Attract Higher Foot Traffic: Unique, inviting environments draw more visitors.
• Encourage Increased Spending: Strategic layouts and experiential designs influence customer behavior, extending visits and boosting sales.
For Your Brand:
• Strengthen Brand Identity: Spaces that reflect your values solidify your reputation and build trust through consistency.
• Gain Competitive Advantage: Distinctive design sets you apart in the market creating memorable experiences
• Showcase Sustainability: Eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient designs showcase your commitment, resonating with environmentally conscious customers.
For Your Business Goals:
• Boost ROI: Peace of mind that your commercial property investment is being maximized to its full potential.
• Build Customer Confidence: Polished environments enhance credibility during meetings and interactions.
• Scale Success: Flexible design anticipates future needs, saving time and money as your business evolves.
Whether you're building from the ground up, expanding, or reimagining your current space, I offer a range of services to bring your vision to life. No matter the service, we always consider the experiences you are looking to create. Here's how I can help:
Our Services to Alchemize Your Space
Turn those flat blueprints into a 3D dream come true.
New Construction Design
Remodeling and Renovation
Breathe new life into existing spaces.
Room Design
Create a cohesive look for individual spaces.
Custom Furniture and Design Solutions
Bring unique visions to life when off-the-shelf options fall flat.
Get expert guidance for individual elements - customer journey mapping workshops, paint colors, art, lighting, furniture, collaboration spaces, etc.
Consultation Services
The best way to get started and see if I’m the best fit for your project is to have a free, no-pressure Good Fit call. It’s a great opportunity to connect, and while I promise it’s painless, you might just find it hard to imagine working with anyone else..
How We'll Turn Your Commercial Spaces into Environments That Captivate, Connect, and Convert
Unlike other designers juggling multiple projects, I focus on one client at a time, ensuring your project gets my undivided attention and expertise. Here’s how we’ll work together to create a space that supports your goals and elevates your brand:
1. The Good Fit Call: Setting the Stage
We’ll start with a straightforward, no-pressure conversation about your business, your brand, your space, and your vision. This is where we ensure we’re aligned to create a space that truly serves your needs.
2. Deep Discovery: Aligning Space with Strategy
I dive deep into the needs, attitudes, and experiences of your employees and customers. This isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about ensuring that every element of your space works towards your business objectives, whether that’s increasing productivity, enhancing customer experience, or reinforcing your brand identity.
3. Conceptualization: Where Design Vision is Created
Watch as your business goals and my design expertise come together. Taking insights from Deep Discovery, I create mood boards that hone in on the design direction you want to take. This step guides the further exploration of ideas and sourcing of design elements to elevate your brand.
4. Space Planning: Let’s Get Practical
We’ll explore layouts that optimize usability, functionality, and flow while seamlessly integrating your design concept. Together, we’ll determine the ideal size, placement, and comfort of furniture, fixtures, and pathways to support your business goals and employee and customer engagement.
5. Thoughtful Curation: We’re Making Decisions Now!
Sit back while I source materials, finishes, furnishings, and more. With my expertise and your feedback, we are on the road to procuring the elements to transform your business in just a few iterations.
6. Custom Solutions: When Off-the-Shelf Falls Short
When ready-made options don’t cut it, I’ll work with craftsmen to design signature elements that perfectly fit your space and business requirements. These bespoke solutions will address aesthetics, branding requirements, and specific functional challenges while enhancing the overall experience of your environment.
7. Implementation: Bringing Vision to Life
I manage every aspect of the transformation including coordinating with contractors, ensuring timelines are met, and managing budgets.. I handle all the details to deliver a seamless and stress-free experience.
8. Finishing Touches: Details That Define the Experience
Once the structural and foundational aspects of your space are complete, we’ll add those final touches that make all the difference—art, accessories, greenery, and brand elements that enhance the overall experience, leaving a lasting impression on employees and customers.
With Donna Rae Interiors as your partner, your brand values and the experiences you want to create take center stage. We use interior design as the solution to bring it all to life.
Let’s create a business environment that’s as strategic as it is beautiful. Start your design journey today.
“Donna led journey mapping workshops to understand customer experiences across our health system. These insights informed service excellence improvements supporting our “Leading Edge of Caring” brand repositioning and campaign, and contributed to a 35% increase in patient satisfaction scores”.
- Customer Experience Officer of regional health system
