Exceptional Design.

Extraordinary Service.

Welcome to SALTBOX Studio! We are a client-centric residential building + interior design studio. Our focus is making the way you live, beautiful!

Residential building designer, Sarah Marcoulides, opening sliding door to porch

Services

Exterior front view of contemporary house

Building Design

The building design process is all about turning your vision into a space you’ll love. We start by getting to know what you want and need, then dive into the details of the site and context. Our team creates and refines design concepts based on your feedback, making sure everything works together beautifully. Once we have a floor plan and general exterior that fits your style and requirements, we put together detailed blueprints to guide the construction. The result? A house that’s not only functional but truly feels like home.

Dining room with view to courtyard

Interior Design

When it comes to interior fixtures and finishes, it’s all about bringing your space to life with your style and personality. We start by understanding your taste and needs, then explore options that fit your vision. From selecting the perfect lighting and hardware to choosing the right materials and colors, we handle all the details and communicate them to the builder to ensure everything runs seamlessly. Our goal is to create a space that looks great and feels just right, with fixtures and finishes that make your home uniquely yours.

  • “We cannot thank Sarah enough for her amazing ability in helping us create a house into a home. Sarah's vision and talent allowed us to maximize our budget through the entire build process. Her style is unique—creating a trendy yet timeless outcome. She is professional, reliable and very knowledgeable about many different materials and organization styles that make living functional. We would highly recommend her to anyone in need of decorating or designing—no matter the size of the project. We can confidently say, she will give the attention and results you desire.”

    -The Brown Family

  • "We’ve worked with Sarah for a better part of a decade, and when you look at our portfolio it’s quickly apparent which of our projects she was involved in. Her meticulous attention to detail and dedication to creating functional yet beautiful spaces make all the difference. She brings a unique creativity to all of our projects, ensuring that every home is not only aesthetically pleasing but also incredibly livable. Sarah’s passion for her work is evident in every design she delivers, making her an invaluable partner in our building process."

    -Ben Neely, Riverbend Homes

  • "I really enjoy working with Sarah. She is the consummate professional, very detail oriented, has an eye for design, and is considerate of builder timelines. SHE ROCKS!!!!"

    -Jimmy Dimanoff, Pecan Valley Homes

  • "Sarah has been great to work with for many years. I am a big fan of how quickly she can produce a very good custom set of plans and they be well received by our clients and the City of Austin."

    -Dale Thornton, Pecan Valley Homes

Let's Design Together

Close-up of kitchen interior with soapstone countertop and splash, wood floating shelf and slat wall