Within Studio Interior Design

Every space tells a story

Every space tells a story. Design makes it intentional. In this story, New Orleans has changed. Nature has taken over, and the plants are AI. Zero Latency becomes the setting: a place where people prepare, train, and push back. In the real world, Zero Latency is a virtual reality destination. But the experience doesn’t start when the headset goes on. From the architecture by Seaver Franks Architects to the interior storytelling by Within Studio, the environment was designed to extend the game beyond the screen and into the space itself. Because great design doesn’t just host an experience. It is the experience. Follow our journey #withinvrprojectnola copywrite code ASLC-46B8ED4C-824BFC4F3B Breaking World News Logo 02 by TaigaSoundProd

We’re proud to share that Within Studio has been named Design Consultant of the Year at the 2025 Cornerstone Awards.

The Cornerstone Awards are Southern Arizona’s highest recognition for excellence in the building industry. Members of AIA, ABA, NAWIC, ACEC, and CSI nominate firms that demonstrate outstanding design quality, craftsmanship, collaboration, and integrity. A jury of past recipients reviews each nomination, evaluating documentation, teamwork, community contributions, schedule responsiveness, and the overall standard of the work.

This award reflects the ethos we bring to every project: thoughtful design, clear communication, and storytelling that honors the people behind the space.

Congratulations to our long-time collaborators at Seaver Franks Architects, named Architect of the Year. Strong partnerships elevate the entire industry, and we’re grateful for the work we build together.

“Design is trust in action.”
In Episode 02 of our UnfilteredWITHIN series, we sat down with Mike Epstein, general contractor and founder of Epstein Construction, to talk about leadership, legacy, and the power of deep collaboration.

With decades of experience across commercial and civic projects, Mike’s approach is rooted in clarity, humility, and building real relationships — both on-site and behind the scenes.

Swipe through to learn:
🧠 What makes a design team thrive long-term
💬 The one thing construction and design schools should teach
👥 Why legacy is about people, not logos

This one’s for the builders, the listeners, and the long-haul collaborators.

Our first project together was the Hilton Doubletree at the Tucson Convention Center, a space that needed to reflect Tucson’s identity as the host of the world’s largest gem show, while also honoring the Barrio Community’s historic roots.

Working with Courtney from Caliber has been a creative collaboration in every sense. From hospitality to housing to public revitalization, she brings insight, clarity, and a deep respect for storytelling in design.

As she put it:
“They bring every project to life with their ability to share every detail and aspect of the project’s story in the most beautiful way possible.”

Thank you, Courtney — for your trust, your vision, and your continued partnership.

🎉 Kicking off our Unfiltered Coffee Hour series with a permitting powerhouse — and celebrating her birthday week, too.

Meet Lisa Bowers, founder of Sonoran Development Consulting (aka The Permit Whisperer). For 25 years, she’s been navigating red tape with clarity, collaboration, and calm.

In Episode 01, Lisa shares what most people get wrong about permits — and what she wishes architects, clients, and reviewers understood about working as a team.

🧠 Highlights:
• The hidden power of code consultants
• Why permitting is really about relationships
• What it’s like to lead in a male-dominated space

Her wisdom? Unfiltered.
Her impact? Undeniable.

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Day 4 of Spirit Week: Tropical Thursday

We brought island vibes into every studio, Tucson, NOLA, Miami!

Florencia ruled as Chief Island Officer, Carla & Napoleon held down the Chill Vibes League, and the design never stopped.

Dreaming of these tropics?
Tag your studio escape partner!

She brought clarity, calm, and creative excellence to every step of the process.

Elana joined Within Studio over a decade ago with curiosity and drive—and helped lead one of our most meaningful international projects: the Asian Headquarters for Analog Devices in the Philippines.

The scale was big (15,000 square meters, 1,200 engineers). The impact? Even bigger. It introduced underfloor air distribution to the region for the first time, and embraced sustainable design strategies across the board: natural light, bamboo and felt finishes, recycled content carpet, and low-VOC coatings.

But behind the specs was a human story of trust, talent, and a teammate who made it better.

Thank you, Elana. You’ll always be part of the Within story.