Business Details
32 Years
experience
Award-Winning Commercial Interior Design Services
At Spence Studio Interiors, we prioritize your people and purpose to create intelligent designs that reflect your organization's values and inspire exceptional work. Since 1994, we have partnered with architectural firms to craft personalized commercial spaces for corporations, small businesses, nonprofits, healthcare centers, and hotels. Our award-winning team combines art, nature, furniture, and technology to design environments that foster collaboration, creativity, and a sense of mission.With over 26 years of experience, founder Loretta D. Spence and lead designer Shirley Lo bring expertise in LEED certification, space planning, and project management. We serve clients throughout the western United States, delivering functional interiors that align with organizational goals while anticipating future growth needs. Our commitment to excellence has earned recognition including ASID Design Excellence and Gold Awards for commercial and institutional projects.
Services
Commercial Interiors
Construction Administration
LEED Consultation
Conceptual Design
Design Development
Space Planning
Project Management
Material Specification
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- 26+ years of commercial interior design expertise
- LEED-certified specialists in sustainable design
- Personalized approach for Fortune 500 and SMB clients
- Award-winning track record with ASID recognition
- Comprehensive project management from concept to completion
Associations and certifications
- ASID
- IIDA
- LEED AP
- NCIDQ
What people say
Award-winning designs
Client-focused approach
Functional spaces
Creative solutions
Professional expertise
Services
Commercial Interiors
We create functional commercial interiors that spark creativity and foster collaboration. Our designs consider organizational culture, employee needs, and future growth requirements. By integrating lighting, color, and spatial planning, we develop environments that reflect brand identity while optimizing workflow efficiency.
LEED Consultation
Our LEED-certified designers help create environmentally responsible spaces that benefit employees and the planet. We balance sustainability with aesthetics and economic viability through material selection, energy-efficient systems, and biophilic design elements that enhance occupant well-being and reduce environmental impact.
Space Planning
We analyze job functions, privacy needs, and furniture requirements to optimize interior layouts. Our approach considers current operations and future expansion, creating flexible spaces that adapt to evolving business needs while maintaining visual coherence and functional efficiency.
Project Management
From construction kick-off to completion, we manage all project aspects including scheduling, contractor coordination, and risk management. Our comprehensive oversight ensures design integrity throughout implementation, maintaining alignment with original concepts and client expectations.
Conceptual Design
We develop foundational design concepts that define each space's visual signature and functional parameters. Through collaborative discovery sessions, we translate organizational values into compelling design narratives that guide material selection, color palettes, and spatial organization strategies.
People
Loretta D. Spence
Founder, CID, ASID, IIDA, LEED AP
With over 26 years of experience, Loretta founded Spence Studio Interiors in 1994. She combines art, nature, and technology to create award-winning commercial spaces. Certified by NCIDQ and LEED AP, she partners with architectural firms to deliver mission-driven designs.
Shirley Lo
ASID, Associate AIA, NCIDQ LEED AP
Bringing 25 years of expertise in interior design and project management, Shirley contributes strategic space planning solutions. As a LEED-certified professional and former ASID chapter president, she specializes in creating functional environments that align with organizational goals.
Questions
What types of commercial spaces do you design?
We design office spaces, healthcare facilities, nonprofit organizations, and hospitality venues across the western United States.
Are your designers LEED-certified?
Yes, both our principal designers hold LEED AP credentials specializing in Commercial Interiors.
How do you incorporate sustainability into designs?
We use eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient lighting, and biophilic design elements to create environmentally responsible spaces.
What is your design process?
Our process includes discovery sessions, conceptual design, space planning, material selection, and comprehensive project management.
Do you work with small businesses?
Yes, we serve both Fortune 500 companies and small businesses with tailored interior solutions.
What awards have you received?
We've earned ASID Design Excellence Awards, Gold Awards for Institutional projects, and multiple design competition recognitions.
