Bringing Beautiful Home
The Collaborative Design Studio is a full-service interior design studio based in Coquitlam, BC. We provide interior design in Coquitlam BC and throughout the Lower Mainland, specializing in custom single-family homes, renovations, developer spec homes and project developments
Creative Collaboration
We provide full-service interior design services, specializing in custom single-family homes, renovations, developer spec homes, and project developements. Our approach is rooted in creating thoughtful, functional interiors that reflect each client’s lifestyle while maintaining a refined, cohesive design aesthetic.
Our team works as an extension of yours, collaborating closely with homeowners, builders, and architects to ensure a seamless design process from concept through completion. Guided by an innovative and detail-driven approach, we treat every project as a creative partnership, with the objective of delivering high-quality, well-appointed design solutions that elevate each home.
Planning Ahead
While staying current with interior design trends and new materials, we pride ourselves on understanding our clients’ needs, budgets, and lifestyles, allowing us to create thoughtful, well-balanced residential interiors tailored to each project.
The collaborative design studio
Meet the Team
The CDS rebranded in 2017 and has experienced steady growth as a full-service interior design studio based in Coquitlam, BC, serving clients throughout the Lower Mainland. What began as a shared workspace – where our boardroom table doubled as a desk – has evolved into our current 4,500 sq. ft. office and warehouse, supporting a growing portfolio of residential interior design projects.
Over the years, this growth has allowed us to build a highly skilled interior design team and refine a confident, collaborative design process rooted in quality and creativity. More than co-workers, we are a close-knit team that values trust, inspiration, and shared experiences.
We are The Collaborative Design Studio – welcome!
Donna Russell
Principal Owner | Designer
Donna has been in the Interior Design field for over 25 years. Her relationships and work ethic have gained her a name in the industry for quality of work and transparency. Donna believes that if you build a skilled team around you, it will only make you stronger as an individual.
Hilary Stoddard
Design Director | rid DID
Hilary leads and coordinates the Interior Design and Furnishing teams with The Collaborative Design Studio. She has over 15 years experience in the design and architectural field with specialization in multi families, commercial and hospitality.
Jamie Judd
Senior Interior Designer | rid bid
Jamie is a nationally recognized NCIDQ Certificate Holder and is a Registered Interior Designer within British Columbia. She comes with a wealth of experience in both multi-family and single-family design and brings a meticulous approach to every project. She takes pride in her exceptional organizational skills and a talent for managing multiple projects simultaneously, in order to deliver seamless design solutions tailored to each client’s needs.
Jordan McLeod
Interior Designer
Jordan has been with Donna’s team since 2015. She leads and coordinates Single Family and Multi Family projects. Jordan’s work ethic, customer service and management experience has gained her the reputation of being the “nuts and bolts” of our studio.
Luba Mochev
Interior Designer | DID
Luba brings a wide variety of skills to the Collaborative Design Studio. Along with her Interior Design education, she has experience in office administration, customer service and is also a Registered Nutritionist. Luba has a great eye for detail and enjoys helping clients make their vision into a reality.
Aditi Sehgal
interior designer | BID
Aditi holds a CIDA accredited Interior Design Degree from Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Her main focus at the CDS is preparing construction documentation for multi-family projects. Aditi has strong technical skills and believes in the union of form and functionality when space planning.
Kendra Clayton
Interior Designer | DID
With a keen eye for design she aids the staff in quickly and precisely executed drawing and specification packages, as well as furnishing installations.
Annie Collins
office manager
Annie does a little bit of everything, but primarily facilitates the procurement for all of our Custom and Display Homes furnishings. She brings her love of design (both fashion and interiors) to the studio, and keeps everyone on track with her efficiency and attention to detail.
Alanna Miller
Interior Design Assistant | Inventory Specialist
Alanna provides invaluable assistance to the team at the Collaborative Design Studio by helping out with installations, finishes boards and administration. Her eye for detail and organization keeps the team and warehouse ready for all installations.
Shelley Briglio
Controller | administrative manager
Shelley oversees the day to day operations of the studio, and has since 2005. Her attention to detail and organization has allowed Donna to flourish and expand in the creative field. Her role and organization is very important when completing the design of our projects and display home installations.
Yvonne Hebein
accountant
Yvonne has been with CDS since the beginning. She is our behind-the-scenes Bean Counter and an intricate part of the Company.
Artie
volunteer | morale booster
Although Artie only works part-time and cannot be relied upon for punctuality, he is a great morale booster and brings a lot of joy to the office. He does his best to follow instructions and he puts his all into every task.