Brio Interior Design is a full-service interior design and decoration studio based in Seattle and Bainbridge Island, Washington, with projects spanning the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Founded in 2008 by principal designer Kenna Stout, Brio creates thoughtful, highly personal interiors for residential and boutique commercial clients.
Our work is guided by the belief that the spaces we inhabit have the power to shape how we live and feel. Through an artful balance of beauty, function, craftsmanship, and sustainability, we create layered, enduring environments that reflect the people who call them home.
At the heart of our practice is a simple purpose: to enrich everyday life through thoughtful, engaging, and sustainable design.
The Studio
Kenna Stout
Principal + Design Director
“I design spaces that balance beauty with functionality. My designs meet my clients’ needs while considering the unique qualities of the architecture they impact. I come from a large creative family of artists, collectors, carpenters, and engineers, so I have a deep appreciation for quality craftsmanship, natural materials, and the time and commitment required to make something truly special and unique. Outside of the studio, I love to explore the world with my husband and two daughters. I find inspiration for my designs in every place and at every moment, be it an ancient house of worship, a crowded market, or my garden. Every place tells a unique story, and I enjoy helping my clients create their own.”“What stands out about Brio is their relentless pursuit of exceptional design. They create environments that are highly sophisticated and never predictable.
If you’re looking for a design firm with serious artistic vision, exceptional taste, and the ability to deliver a truly distinctive perspective, Brio is it.”
Meet Our Designers
Nat Rauschenbach
Interior Designer
Prio to joining Brio in 2017, Nat received her BAA in Interior Design from Bellevue College. She then worked for local furniture designers Codor Design where she gained experience with the fabrication and hand-finishing of fine furniture pieces, custom designs and installations, and residential and commercial interiors projects.“I unfold the client’s story through a functional foundation layered with evocative materials, unique one-of-a-kind pieces, and a nod to historical influences. I see each project as a platform to investigate, discover, and capture human connection to the built environment. I draw the most inspiration for designing spaces from their inhabitants and strive for individualized results tailored to the unique needs and aesthetic proclivities of each client. I’m fascinated by visual and sensory associations, and I love exploring materiality.”
Jen Rowland
Interior Designer
Prior to joining Brio in 2016, Jen received her Bachelor of Interior Design from the University of Cincinnati. Jen spent the first part of her career working for a global architecture and design firm specializing in retail interiors and custom furniture and finishes.
Jen has a holistic approach to design, taking into consideration the ways our surroundings affect our quality of life. She believes interior environments should contribute to our individual and broader ecological well-being through thoughtful space planning and environmentally conscious materials.
The natural world is Jen’s primary source of inspiration. “My designs layer light, texture, and color while highlighting objects that are at once beautiful, functional, and meaningful. I love integrating furniture and materials that feature raw and natural textures to create spaces that feel organic and effortless.”
Nikki Palmer
Interior Designer
Prior to joining Brio, Nikki spent more than a decade working in interior design and architecture, including serving as Participatory Design Lead at Miller Hull. She holds a master’s degree in Transdisciplinary Design from Parsons School of Design and a BFA in Interior Design from Virginia Commonwealth University.
Nikki approaches design as both a creative practice and a form of inquiry, creating spaces that feel layered, expressive, and deeply connected to their inhabitants.
“I believe meaningful spaces begin with curiosity and careful listening. Through collaboration and thoughtful exploration, I create environments that feel purposeful, personal, and alive.”