Design effortlessly sophisticated homes inspired by the coast uniquely tailored to our high-end clientele.
OUR MISSION
Tidal Interiors is a distinguished interior design firm that specializes in exquisite, tailor-made homes that tastefully embody the lives of our clients. Our projects range from custom homes to large-scale renovations and additions. We offer interior architectural design from initial construction planning through to furnishings and decor. Our collaborative, experienced team works together to solve design challenges, drawing upon our classic training and years of experience in the industry. Although the aesthetic of each project varies to fit to the tastes and styles of our clients, our designs embrace an abundance of light, clean lines, and a sophisticated sense of freshness and ease.
ABOUT TIDAL INTERIORS
Our collaborative team of highly skilled designers brings diverse expertise and perspectives to create exquisite, personalized environments for our clients. With a focus on crafting beautiful, sophisticated, and bespoke spaces, our talented team skillfully blends practicality and creativity to realize our clients’ unique visions.
OUR TEAM
RHIANNA JONES +
Rhianna Jones has been practicing interior design for over 20 years with experience in commercial, retail, hospitality and high-end residential design In 2017, Rhianna founded Tidal Interiors with the goal of blending her clients’ vision and experiences into personalized spaces that are fresh and authentic.
Rhianna’s coastal roots began in West Palm Beach, Florida. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design through the Department of Interior Architecture and Design at Florida State University, a program consistently ranked in the Top 10 nationally. Upon graduation, she looked west and settled in beautiful San Diego, California.
With a strong belief that well-designed homes should be loved and lived in, Rhianna works to create iconic designs inspired by coastlines from around the world. Her projects strike a balance between comfortability and modernity while maintaining roots in traditional design.
When not plugging away on a project, Rhianna can usually be found on a beach with her husband, daughters and standard poodle, Ella.
RHIANNA JONES
Owner + Principal Designer
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A native Southern Californian, Stephanie’s aesthetic reflects the coastal culture and lifestyle. Her design journey started early in life; she moved and rearranged her bedroom furniture so often that her parents eventually put casters on the furniture to make life easier on everyone.
Stephanie holds a Bachelor’s Degree from San Diego State University and a BFA from the Design Institute of San Diego. Her approach is rooted in effective communication, and she takes pride in translating clients' hopes, wishes, and desires into personalized, joyful spaces.
When she’s not meeting with clients, Stephanie can be found spending time with her husband, two kiddos, and her beloved doodle, Summer.
STEPHANIE ABBOTT
LEAD DESIGNER
Growing up in the surf town of San Clemente, Kayla is a SoCal beach girl through and through. Her love for design began in early childhood as she tagged along to client meetings with her mom, also an interior designer. Following in her mother’s footsteps, Kayla was destined to be an interior designer.
Trading the warm sand for a few years of mountain life, Kayla received her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Colorado. Post graduation, she immersed herself in event design, where she excelled at crafting captivating experiences and environments. Inspired by her ability to create meaningful spaces, Kayla now channels her creativity toward fashioning modern interiors guided by her coastal roots. She greatly enjoys the design process and adores working closely with her clients to achieve their dream home.
When Kayla isn't conceptualizing new designs, selecting fabrics or materials, you'll likely find her and her husband at the beach, playing with their cocker spaniel, Theo, or discovering the latest culinary restaurants and activities San Diego has to offer.
KAYLA CHRISS
DESIGNER
Ashley grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and arrived in San Diego to attend college. At San Diego State she studied Public Relations, but eventually found her fit in law – attending the University of San Diego for paralegal studies. After over 12 years in the legal field, during which she served as the administrator and managing paralegal of a downtown law firm, she resigned to focus on her family.
Ashley brings her prior expertise in running a boutique business to Tidal Interiors, allowing the creatives to focus on designing exceptional spaces for our clients while she manages the day-to-day behind the scenes.
When she is not in the studio coordinating, problem-solving or organizing, Ashley enjoys the many benefits of an outdoor lifestyle that San Diego has to offer with her husband and daughter.
ASHLEY CHAPMAN
STUDIO director
Margaret grew up in southern Maine, surrounded by classic farmhouses, beautiful coastline, and small town charm. After receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Art History from the University of Vermont, Margaret originally pursued museum curatorial work. She quickly found herself more attracted to personalized, residential spaces. When she moved to San Diego at the beginning of 2022 she decided to pursue this passion, and joined the Tidal Interiors team.
Margaret loves to combine coastal elements with cozy interiors. She's adopted an appreciation for southern California modernism, while still honoring her deep-rooted love of New England traditionalism and original details. With nearly a decade of customer service experience, Margaret’s greatest pleasure is connecting with clients by taking dream concepts and creating their ideal home.
When she's not drafting spaces, pulling memos, or collaborating with the Tidal team she enjoys getting outdoors, enjoying California's lack of winters, and spending time with loved ones.
margaret DOWD
junior designer
Jamie was born in Southern California where her interest in design began in early childhood. Growing up in Oceanside, she would space plan her “dream” beach homes for fun. After receiving her B.F.A. in Interior Design from the Design Institute of San Diego, she began her career collaborating with design teams and translating visions into blueprints and scaled drawings. She honed her craft using Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) to articulate the vision of every project she touched. Establishing her passion for aesthetics and communicating designs for the field, Jamie felt a pull towards new builds, re-builds, and renovation projects.
Moving up to the central coast, she became an independent consultant and project manager specializing in residential design and construction. Most recently her talents have found their way back to the shores of San Diego, as an essential part of the Tidal Interiors team.
When she is not working, Jamie enjoys spending time with her family, paddle boarding, and painting.
JAMIE RUGGIERO
LEAD TECHNICAL DESIGNER
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