SARAH SCALES

INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO | BOSTON & BEYOND

SARAH SCALES

INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO  |  BOSTON & BEYOND 

Journal

design narratives

Discover rooms we love, materials that
inspire, and stories from our projects; giving you an inside look at our studio and work.

Recent Posts

January 29, 2025

A rendering of a modern waterfront home in Osterville by Polhemus Savery DaSilva. The interior design, led by Boston interior designer Sarah Scales, features tall ceilings, wood details, and ocean views.

Let’s dive into this project: a repeat client, a fresh start, and a completely new direction. We previously worked on this client’s historic Boston-area home—full of timeless charm and character, it’s the kind of estate you only find in New England. Now, they are building a modern waterfront retreat in Osterville. Think: Sleek lines, open spaces, and ocean views.

January 24, 2025

Architect Owen Thomas and builder Gareth Barr on-site during a historic Boston brownstone renovation, working on a new opening for floor-to-ceiling doors.

Over the past year, we’ve been elbows-deep in our latest Boston brownstone renovation, restoring it for a young couple with an eye for Scandinavian design and European influences. She’s a Massachusetts native, he trails from London. Each bring their own version of ‘classic’ and ‘modern’ to the design. Read on to learn about the team, see our progress, and explore renderings of the backyard and primary bathroom.

December 22, 2024

Modern boys' bedroom with Zak+Fox dark green wallpaper, a custom blue trundle bed from Motce, and a sleek desk from Design Within Reach in a UES apartment.

Our holiday gift to you: updates on our Upper East Side apartment design! Earlier this month, we stopped by our NYC project to review the paint, wallpaper, and light fixture installation. The first deliveries of furniture arrived, featuring many custom pieces, mid-century modern elements, and items from our client’s home in Concord, Massachusetts.

October 25, 2024

The basement bunk room features an Angelpoise light green sconce against Kravet green and white geometric wallpaper, with yellow upholstery adding contrast.

If you’ve ever been to Stowe, Vermont, you know this charming town buzzes with energy, especially during ski season. From mountain adventures to après-ski fun, it’s everything you want from a quintessential New England escape. Read more to see how custom millwork. vintage furniture and modern elements combine in this mountain retreat.

October 18, 2024

A custom console by a Massachusetts furniture maker in a Vermont dining room with a cream and brown tribal motif rug.

Welcome to the thrilling saga of turning a brand-new, personality-free house into a warm, inviting mountain retreat in Stowe, Vermont. As a Vermont interior designer, we took on a space that started out with all the charm of a blank canvas—literally, it was just walls. But we didn’t let that stop us. With a bit of vision, and a lot of coffee, we set out to create a spaces that scream comfort, perfect for enjoying the beauty of all seasons.

August 9, 2024

Sarah Scales Design Studio's new project on the Upper East Side, New York City. Modern, colorful furnishings and playful art will fill this new construction space, launching in spring 2025.

When homeowners see a big, empty, white apartment, they panic. But designer see possibility. Say hello to our latest project: a brand-new Upper East Side apartment. Think killer views, chic finishes, and a mix of furnishings; plus colorful, contemporary art. Right now, it’s all potential—but check out the building and imagine what’s to come (and work with us too!).