About Kristin

Kristin Stelea is the founder and principal designer of Kristin Stelea Design, a Los Angeles–based interior design studio focused on creating timeless, thoughtfully layered homes that feel both elevated and deeply personal. Originally from the Pacific Palisades, Kristin has always been inspired by the relaxed beauty and effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle of coastal California — an influence that continues to shape her aesthetic today.

Kristin studied at Loyola Marymount University before continuing her interior design education at University of California, Los Angeles. She began her career working for three Los Angeles design firms, where she gained experience in all aspects of residential design, from space planning and construction to furnishings and custom detailing.

She later moved to London, where she continued her career in design and developed an even deeper appreciation for timeless architecture, collected interiors, and the balance between comfort and sophistication. After returning to Los Angeles, Kristin founded Kristin Stelea Design with the goal of creating homes that feel warm, refined, and uniquely reflective of the people who live in them.

Known for her approachable style and thoughtful attention to detail, Kristin believes the most beautiful spaces are not only visually timeless, but also lived in, welcoming, and deeply functional for everyday life.