Meet Laura
Owner & Principal Designer
Laura Thurman’s design style can be described as a global aesthetic filtered through a modern lens. Raised in Los Angeles and shaped by her travels around the world, Laura draws on diverse cultural influences to create interiors that feel worldly but personal, and deeply connected to the individuals who inhabit them.
Her work reflects a enlightened fusion of modern design ideas with Nashville’s refined, grounded sensibility.
Thurman Design Studio is a proud minority- and women-owned firm, bringing a distinct perspective and cultural influence to each project.
A Minority- and Women-Owned Design Studio
As a minority- and women-owned firm, Thurman Design Studio brings a broader range of perspective to each project, resulting in homes that feel more personal, more considered, and more reflective of the people who live in them.
Meet Aly
Office & Procurement Manager
Aly serves as the Office & Procurement Manager at Thurman Design Studio, where she helps keep projects organized and running smoothly behind the scenes. With a background as an administrative assistant, Aly brings strong attention to detail and coordination to every stage of the design process from managing orders and tracking materials to supporting the team and ensuring each project stays on schedule.
Her favorite part of the job is watching a space transform into a home and seeing the joy and excitement on clients’ faces when everything comes together.
A Recognized Voice in Design
Laura’s inspiring work has been featured in leading design publications including Architectural Digest, HGTV, Business of Home, and The Cottage Journal.
She has been honored among Houzz Best of Design and named to the Changemakers Class, earning recognition as a respected voice and fresh influence in the national design community.
How We Work
Television shows and social media make design look effortless, yet truly transformational design requires strategic leadership and deep experience.
From concept to installation, Thurman Design Studio manages every phase:
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Conceptual design and vision development
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Custom furnishings and trade vendor coordination
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Procurement, tracking, and project management
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Contractor and artisan oversight
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Final styling and installation
Our clients trust us to handle the details, so they can focus on the next chapters of their lives.
