It’s not about perfection. It’s about finding balance in the unexpected: bold choices, intentional details, and a refusal to settle for the ordinary.
We believe in breaking rules thoughtfully, blending the structured with the spontaneous, and creating experiences that leave an impression. Every gathering, every floral installation, every design moment is a story waiting to be told—crafted with care but always with a hint of rebellion.
OUR BRAND VALUES
Sourcing, venue walkthroughs, designated check-ins—so everything flows effortlessly. No surprises, just seamless execution in the making. We move fast and smart. No wasted moments, no wasted budgets.
With the vision set, we fine-tune every detail.
Beyond the studio
the early days
The “Oh Sh*t” Moment
The DRD Studio Experience
I grew up barefoot in the dirt, howling with my dogs in the backyard — wild, free, and completely unaware I was absorbing design all around me. The way trees curved, how colors clashed just right, how movement shaped space. Turns out, I wasn’t just playing outside. I was learning how to see.
Growing up in Los Angeles, with Mexican and Native American roots, a competitive streak, and a tomboy heart, I was drawn to contrasts: the raw and the refined, structure and spontaneity. I didn’t call it creativity back then. I just knew I was obsessed with style, mood, and details — how a vintage garment draped, the color palette of a Wes Anderson film, the way music from another era could transport you.
I thought I’d work in fashion. Then I pivoted to event production, drawn to how a vision was built from the ground up. I didn’t know it at the time, but I was always designing—I just hadn’t found my medium yet.
beyond the studio
the early days
The “Oh Sh*t” Moment
The DRD Studio Experience
The first time I stepped into a flower market, I knew.
The cold air, the scent of fresh blooms, the wild clash of colors and textures—it was like unlocking a part of myself I hadn’t met yet. What started as an obsession with florals quickly became something bigger—an immersive approach to storytelling, where every detail mattered.
I started creating. Then I started sharing. Then the inquiries started rolling in. I said yes to everything, wildly undercharged myself, and did it anyway—because the flow, the instinct, the ability to translate ideas into tangible experiences, was too good to ignore.
Then, I quit my job.
My first event? NBCUniversal. That was it—I was never looking back.
the early days
The “Oh Sh*t” Moment
the drd studio experience
I don’t just design events. I curate an energy, a story, a memory that lingers.
At DRD Studio, we approach design like an unfolding narrative. A floral installation should move like a song. A tablescape should feel as layered as a painting. A gathering should hold an unspoken mood—the kind that makes you want to stay longer.
Clients don’t come to us for “pretty.” They come because they want their vision to be elevated beyond what they imagined. They want creative direction that pushes boundaries in just the right way, a team that knows when to break the rules and when to hold back.
Because at the end of the day, design isn’t about how it looks—it’s about how it makes you feel. If it doesn’t make you pause, what’s the point?
beyond the studio
beyond the studio
the early days
The “Oh Sh*t” Moment
The DRD Studio Experience
For as much as I thrive in the chaos of event production, my home life is my grounding force. I’ve been married for eight years to my husband, Jason, the person who knows exactly when to challenge my ideas and when to tell me to stop overanalyzing and just go for it. We have a 6 year old son, Donovan, who inherited our competitive streak, creative rhythm, and a true passion for life. He also happens to be the Chief Floral Officer...
I believe the best moments happen when you’re fully present. It’s why I don’t just design for aesthetics. I create spaces that invite people in, make them stay a little longer, and leave them remembering how they felt.
That’s the goal. Always.
HOW
the STORY BEGINS
MEET DOM
MEET DOM
I wasn’t the kid painting murals or sketching runway looks. I was the one observing everything.
01/05
The mood of a space, the way music shifts energy, the tiny details no one else saw. That’s where design started for me.
