Hi, I’m Sydney — the heart behind Designs by Sydney, where thoughtful design helps every home feel its best.

A bit about me

I’ve always had a passion for design, though I never imagined it would turn into my career. I grew up in Springfield, Missouri and went on to study Spanish Translation at Missouri State University. After graduation, I craved a big change and moved to Denver, Colorado — where I still live today with my husband, our two cats, and our sweet dog.

Professionally, my path first led me into the world of intelligence — working intelligence projects at NORAD and USNORTHCOM, then serving as a Program Analyst for the National Nuclear Security Administration. But deep down, I knew there was something more waiting for me.

One day, I walked into a local interior design store (Rogala Design) and started working there whenever I had free time. I soaked up as much as I could, surrounded by inspiring women-owned businesses whose journeys encouraged me to finally take the leap and start my own staging company.

Looking back, my love for design started much earlier — when I was six, my family’s home was destroyed by a tornado. Watching my parents rebuild, I fell in love with the process of bringing a house back to life. Today, it’s a dream come true to turn that passion into my career and help others showcase their homes at their very best.