Meet the Team

  • Steven Miller

    FOUNDER / PRINCIPAL

  • Aimee Meyer

    DESIGN ASSOCIATE

  • Brad Nichols

    DESIGN ASSOCIATE

  • Kim Orvidas

    ACCOUNTING & SOFTWARE ASSOCIATE

Exceptional design goes beyond aesthetics; it shapes experiences, evokes emotions, and enhances your life. At Steven Miller Design Studio, we embrace contemporary design principles while drawing inspiration from traditional craftsmanship and cultural heritage to strike an effortless balance. Our interiors are designed for the people who inhabit these environments. Embracing them at the threshold to usher in warmth, comfort, and ease. Each project presents an opportunity to courageously explore ideas and the boundaries of what’s possible—all within the scope of your distinct perspective, sensibilities, and vision. Whether crafting a serene sanctuary or a vibrant gathering space, your design will be timeless, cutting-edge, and authentically yours. 

More About SMDS Inc. 

SMDS Inc. is celebrated for its innovative approach and unique aesthetic, earning a prominent position in Northern California’s design industry.
Founded in 1999 by Steven Miller, the studio seamlessly blends art, cutting-edge technology, and timeless craftsmanship across residential and commercial projects, including, through Miller’s gallery project The NWLBK, collaborations with global brands like Sony, Uber, Google, and Apple.

Steven’s renowned design work has been featured in prominent publications including The New York Times Magazine, Elle Decor, Dwell, and House Beautiful. 


SMDS Inc.’s Services Include:

  • Lighting & Finishes

  • Furniture & Art Selection

  • Creative Direction (team building)

  • Architecture / Remodeling

  • Design Details

  • Turn-key Services

…dedication to creating visually captivating and emotionally resonant designs.



Designer Steven Miller founded Steven Miller Design Studio (SMDS Inc.) in 1999. SMDS Inc. and SMDS Hospitality provide consultation and interior design services for both residential and hospitality design projects.