Design that starts with you — not a mood board.
The space should feel like you.
Most don't.
I elevate where life happens.
Your home is where life happens. First birthdays, anniversaries, shared looks of love and laughter, and cookouts that will become legendary tales. These moments are enhanced when your space is designed with you in mind. Spaces that are functional, purpose-driven, inviting, meaningful, and fun. Spaces that transform your life.
“Amy and Sanja made something really special for us… This new home feels like a totally safe beautiful space for me. I am so excited to nest.”
Bridging the Gap Between Architecture & Interior Design
I’ve been doing this for over twenty years, and I know exactly where things get lost in the divide between interior design and architecture. I’ve built my practice to bridge that gap — so your project stays seamless from start to finish.
I don’t just envision the final space — I consider how you will live in it. Every decision is made with your daily life in mind, not just the finished photograph.
- Whether you’re a remodeling empty nester.
- Designing and building a custom home.
- Or renovating to make your space work better.
With decades of experience in all things design and construction, we are by your side from planning to completion. We anticipate obstacles – and there’s always an obstacle in construction – and we resolve them swiftly.
We are always 5 steps ahead, and always your advocate.
On every job site, in every contractor meeting, through every unexpected complication — I’m in your corner.
I’ve spent over twenty years navigating construction in Seattle and the Eastside — and on projects in Montana, Chicago, Atlanta, and Sun Valley. I know how to protect your vision when the pressure is on, in any market, with any team. And I know how to solve the problems that inevitably arise without letting them derail the design.
You don’t need to manage the process. That’s what I’m here for.
Every detail is thoughtfully considered, with the end goal of enhancing how you live and interact with your space, ensuring it grows with you over time.
Transforming Your Home Through Design & Construction Planning
Artala was founded by Amy May — an interior designer with over two decades of experience designing and managing projects across Seattle and the Eastside. The work is rigorous. The process is guided. And yes, along the way, it tends to feel a lot better than you expected. I approach every project holistically, considering your lifestyle, your goals, and the full potential of your space — even when others might say it isn’t possible.
Designing your ideal space is a collaborative process. We talk, we laugh, and we plan together. Your needs, your style, and your story shape every decision.
When you work with Artala, you work directly with me. I handle everything from space planning and finish selections to construction coordination — and I’m present at every stage, from first conversation to final reveal.
My planning process includes defining the project scope, aligning timelines and budgets, coordinating with trusted teams, and ensuring every decision supports the overall vision.
I thrive on challenges — because that’s where the most creative problem-solving happens — and I’m always in your corner.
“Amy and Sanja were wonderful! They guided us through an extensive remodel of our home of 17 years. With their talent and experience, we ended up with our dream house. They did all the design for adding dormers to our bedrooms and a full redesign of our kitchen and all bathrooms. We appreciated how they listened to us and helped us keep within our budget. We have recommended them to friends and family and would definitely use them again.”
A Peek at Our Portfolio
Over two decades of projects across Seattle, the Eastside, and beyond — each one designed around the person, not the portfolio. Take a look.
Interior Design That Feels Deeply Personal — Because It Is
Creating a home you love isn’t about following trends — it’s about uncovering what feels true to you.
At Artala, I offer full-service interior design along with space planning, construction coordination, and thoughtful detailing — bridging structural and interior design through craftsmanship to shape spaces that are as beautiful as they are personal.
With over two decades of experience in interior design and construction-focused project planning, what sets my work apart happens long before the drawings begin. I listen. I guide. I help you see your vision more clearly — then bring it to life with precision, creativity, and deep expertise.
Because the art of living well starts with a home that feels unmistakably yours.







