The People Behind Santa Cruz’s Premier Interior Design & Custom Furniture Studio
Dwelling Interiors & Design Studio is a full-service interior design firm and retail destination located in Santa Cruz, CA. Founded on the belief that a home should be a personal sanctuary, we serve clients throughout the Monterey Bay and San Francisco Bay Areas. From coastal remodels and new construction to professional home staging, our team specializes in creating spaces that are both sophisticated and livable.
At the heart of our business is our Ocean Street showroom—a creative hub for custom furniture enthusiasts. Unlike standard retail outlets, our studio offers a hands-on experience:
Extensive Fabric Library
Browse hundreds of quality textiles for your next custom upholstery project.
Bespoke Seating
Test our curated frames to design custom sofas and sectionals built to your exact specifications.
Curated Decor
Shop a rotating selection of artisanal accents, from hand-poured candles to original wall art.
Owner/Designer
Jennifer Lipman
Owner/Designer
Angie Ibarra
Over 40 Years of Expertise in Interior Design & Custom Furniture
Owners Jennifer Lipman and Angie Ibarra bring a combined four decades of industry experience to every project.
Jennifer began her career in Los Angeles in 2010 before returning to her hometown to launch Bebe Grace Interiors in 2016. As the firm’s reputation for excellence in Santa Cruz interior design grew, Angie joined the team, bringing boundless energy and a shared vision for high-end, functional aesthetics. Together, they transitioned the firm into Dwelling Interiors & Design Studio.
Whether executing a single-room refresh or a ground-up luxury build, Jennifer and Angie’s hands-on approach ensures that every piece of custom furniture and every design detail aligns perfectly with their clients' goals.