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Pierce & Ward, best friends and design partners, are known for their elegant yet approachable style. Their rich, vintage-inspired aesthetic has drawn celebrity clients and extends to their LA shop featuring furniture, lighting, and curated goods.

Emma Roberts collaborates with AD100 designers Pierce & Ward to thoughtfully transform her Los Angeles residence into a refined yet welcoming home. The resulting space, often described as a “grown-up dollhouse,” reflects a blend of vintage charm, personal detail, and enduring design sensibilities.

Created in collaboration with Louise Pierce and Emily Ward of the renowned design firm Pierce & Ward, the collection features the duo’s boho-chic aesthetic and tempered decadence with rich materials and layers of texture.

Johnny Galecki’s Nashville residence by Pierce & Ward combines gothic charm with eclectic design, including a red library, floating bed, and antique Persian rugs. Originally a 19th-century log cabin, the home was carefully transformed into a whimsical retreat that preserves its historic character.

Josh Brolin’s Malibu residence by Pierce & Ward, elegantly merges eclectic and European-inspired styles. The guesthouse, specifically crafted to display his contemporary art collection, features works by Jonathan Gardner and Shara Hughes.

Emily Ward’s West Marin, California home, blends rustic charm with modern elegance, featuring redwood walls and abundant natural light. The thoughtfully curated interior reflects Ward’s personal style and the region's organic beauty.

Emily Ward’s renovation of a mid-century Atwater Village home blends original 1970s features with Japanese-inspired design, creating a minimalist, functional retreat that reflects both creative reuse and personal significance.

Louisa Pierce’s century-old Tudor home in Birmingham was renovated over two years to blend vintage charm, family heirlooms, and custom Pierce & Ward pieces, creating a refined yet playful space that balances tradition with modern design.

In the Ask a Shopkeeper, designers Louisa Pierce and Emily Ward discuss their Los Angeles storefront, which offers antique-inspired home goods reflecting their design aesthetic. They highlight popular items like pottery and tissue-box covers, noting the resurgence of interest in the latter.

Pierce & Ward share insights from their debut book, A Tale of Interiors, emphasizing the importance of layering unique pieces. They recommend creative repurposing, such as turning antique lace into Roman shades and adding a vintage rug to enhance any space.

Interior design duo Louisa Pierce and Emily Ward, creators of homes for the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio, Brie Larson, Dakota Johnson and Kate Hudson, temper their maximalist aesthetic with soft sage green walls in their first shop.

Dakota Johnson’s mid-century modern residence, curated and personalized by the design firm Pierce & Ward, incorporates vintage furniture, custom pieces, and artwork, reflecting Johnson’s aesthetic and rooted lifestyle.

Pierce & Ward redesigns Giovanni Ribisi’s 1939 Monterey Revival home into a family-friendly space. The design blends romantic aesthetics with warmth, reflecting both the home’s history and the family’s evolving needs.

Pierce & Ward have been recognized on Architectural Digest's AD100 list for their distinctive design style, which blends Southern charm, California ease, and European sophistication. Their work focuses on creating spaces that feel authentically lived-in, as if the homeowners have been there for years.

Lily Aldridge’s 1930s Tudor Revival home in Nashville, redesigned by Pierce & Ward, blends English country and Moroccan influences to create a cozy, family-friendly retreat. The design features a beautifully tiled kitchen, Persian rugs, and layered textures, reflecting relaxed elegance and comfort.

Karen Elson's 1940s Nashville residence transforms into a cozy, English-inspired sanctuary. Collaborating with Pierce & Ward, Elson infused the space with personal touches, including vintage furnishings and a La Cornue stove, reflecting her artistic and musical sensibilities.

Design duo Pierce & Ward, known for their moody, character-rich interiors, craft spaces that feel instantly lived-in through layered vintage finds. Self-taught and beloved by Hollywood and Nashville creatives alike, their work blends a soulful, slightly offbeat charm with timeless comfort.

Louisa Pierce, a former New York nightlife figure, transitioned into interior design in Nashville, blending Southern charm with vintage elements in her own Oak Hill home. Her design success led to the formation of Pierce & Ward with Emily Ward, focusing on creating authentic, lived-in spaces for high-profile clients.

Jewelry designer Jennifer Meyer worked with Pierce & Ward to transform her Santa Monica home into a stylish, family-friendly retreat. The design blends vintage and custom pieces, reflecting Meyer’s personal style while ensuring functionality for her family.

In just two years, designers Louisa Pierce and Emily Ward built a notable client list by blending modern and traditional styles with a focus on comfort. They source unique finds from various places, creating luxurious yet down-to-earth, lived-in spaces.

L27 Rooftop Lounge, located on the 27th floor of The Westin Nashville, has been reimagined by Pierce & Ward, transforming the interior and poolside terrace to a sophisticated space with stunning skyline views.