ABOUT TAFT
Taft Studio, headquartered in Houston and deeply connected to Detroit, stands as a comprehensive interior design firm serving a diverse clientele across various locations. We cater to an array of clients, encompassing businesses, property managers, collaborative design firms, and more. Our services encompass a wide spectrum, ranging from meticulous space planning and innovative concept design to precise furniture selection, comprehensive contract documentation, seamless consultant coordination, diligent permitting facilitation, dedicated buildout support, and an array of other invaluable offerings.
At our core, we espouse a pragmatic and transparent methodology for every project we undertake. Our focus remains fixed on the ultimate objective: the realization of a successful project. While the definition of success can vary, we maintain that a prosperous project, in our context, extends beyond just its final outcome. We hold the conviction that genuine success is embodied in the satisfaction of all stakeholders involved, both upon project completion and throughout the collaborative journey itself.
Founded in 2021 by Lizzy Bufton & Stephanie Russell after over 15 years of experience in the interior design industry, we have gotten our hands into a lot of different projects and look forward to getting started on yours.
Meet the Design Team
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LIZZY BUFTON
Owner-Partner & Lead Interior Designer
Hometown: Allen Park, Michigan
Alma mater: Wayne State University - Detroit, Michigan
Texas Tech University, Bachelor of Interior Design
Favorite Hot Sauce: Valentina Extra Hot
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STEPHANIE RUSSELL
Owner-Partner & Lead Interior Designer
Hometown: Beaumont, Texas
Alma mater: University of Texas - Austin, Texas
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
Favorite Food: Eggs
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MEREDITH STUART
Interior Designer & Furniture Specialist
Hometown: Brenham, Texas
Alma mater: Texas Tech University - Lubbock, Texas
Bachelor of Interior Design
Favorite Cocktail: Summer? Margarita! Winter? Old Fashioned
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Amy Fleener
Senior Interior Designer
Hometown: Navasota, Texas
Alma mater: Texas A&M University - College Station, Texas
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Favorite Musical Artist: Taylor Swift
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ANGELA GALLARDO
Interior & Architectural Designer
Location: Scotsdale, Arizona
Alma mater: Universidad Autonoma de Baja California, Bachelor of Architecture
Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara, Associate of Interior Design
Favorite Activity: Cycling & Spin
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RENEE HAMES
Interior Designer
Hometown: Charleston, SC
Alma mater: Art Institute of Houston
Favorite Hobby: Cooking, especially when testing out new and creative recipes!