Hi, I’m Mary Kate—designer, mom of four, and lifelong atmosphere-maker. I’ve spent nearly 15 years designing spaces across commercial, residential, and nonprofit settings, but my heart’s always been in the living room—where soul and good lighting matter more than polish.

I started Bowie Studio from our 1962 cottage on Bowie Street, where we raise our kids, water the porch plants, and spend slow mornings with music playing through open windows—sometimes country, sometimes vibey jazz. It’s where we welcome neighbors, host friends, and create the kind of beauty that doesn’t beg for attention, but quietly invites you in.

I believe in hospitable design, hand-picked goods, personality over perfection, and spaces that speak to all five senses. Think less “flipper,” more front porch. My approach is rooted in warmth, lived-in charm, and a deep love for helping people uncover the beauty in their everyday environments.

Bowie Studio is my way of sharing that perspective—part shopkeeper, part artist, always a neighbor. Whether we’re chatting through your ideas or designing your space from the ground up, I’m here to help you create something honest, welcoming, and deeply yours.