About Us

Rathell is a full-service design studio specializing in ground-up construction support, complete renovations, and thoughtful furnishing and décor. Working closely with architects and builders, our expert team manages every detail, from finishes and materials to furniture, fabrics, and custom elements, uniquely tailored to your lifestyle and space.

Our Services

Rathell is a full service design studio specializing in high end new builds, large scale renovations, and complete furnishing and decor for residential and boutique commercial spaces. We approach every project holistically, creating environments that authentically reflect the people who live and work in them. From concept to completion, our team collaborates with architects and builders, manages materials and finishes, and oversees the sourcing and installation of furnishings and décor with a meticulous eye for detail. Based in Cary, North Carolina, Rathell serves clients locally and nationwide.

What makes us special?

What makes Rathell special is the way design, intention, and connection come together in every project.

Rathell doesn’t just create beautiful spaces. Each project is approached holistically, with deep attention to how clients live, work, and feel in their environments. Every home and commercial space is thoughtfully designed to reflect the people who use it, not just current trends.

From concept to completion, clients receive a truly full service experience. The team manages every detail, from collaborating with architects and builders to sourcing materials and overseeing installation, creating a seamless and stress free process.

Most importantly, Rathell is rooted in relationships. Clients feel seen, supported, and confident throughout the journey. The result is not just a finished space, but a meaningful, livable home that feels uniquely theirs.

How does it work?

At Rathell, our process is designed to be seamless, collaborative, and highly personalized. We begin with an in depth consultation to understand your lifestyle, goals, budget, and vision. From there, we develop a thoughtful design concept that reflects your needs and aesthetic, including space planning, materials, finishes, and furnishings.

Once the design is approved, our team coordinates with architects, builders, and trusted partners to manage all technical details. We oversee ordering, scheduling, and logistics to ensure every element is executed with precision.

During construction and installation, we remain closely involved, conducting site visits, managing vendors, and addressing challenges in real time. Every detail is carefully reviewed before final styling and reveal.

From first meeting to final walkthrough, Rathell handles the process end to end, allowing you to enjoy a beautifully designed space without the stress.

Our Design Philosophy

At Rathell, design is viewed as both an art form and a responsibility. Every space is approached as a living narrative, shaped by the rhythms, rituals, and aspirations of the people who inhabit it. Rather than imposing a signature look, the studio focuses on uncovering and elevating each client’s story through thoughtful, layered interiors.

Guided by the principles of quiet luxury and intentional living, Rathell favors timeless materials, organic textures, and refined restraint. Natural stone, warm woods, and nuanced neutrals form the foundation of spaces that feel elevated yet deeply grounded. The result is an aesthetic that resists trend cycles in favor of longevity, balance, and emotional resonance.

Collaboration lies at the heart of the practice. Each project unfolds through close dialogue with clients, architects, and craftsmen, ensuring that every detail is both purposeful and precise. From initial concept to final installation, the studio maintains a rigorous commitment to excellence, clarity, and craftsmanship.

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Brittany Cooper

Founder + Principal Designer + Creative Director

Brittany Cooper is the Founder and Principal Designer of Rathell Designs, a North Carolina based interior design firm specializing in residential, medical and wellness spaces, and hospitality interiors. A North Carolina native and graduate of the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) in Los Angeles, Brittany brings a background in fashion, entrepreneurship, and visual storytelling to her work.

Before founding Rathell Designs, Brittany opened and operated five women’s boutiques throughout the Southeast. That experience shaped the way she approaches interiors today, from understanding how people experience a space to her eye for texture, proportion, detail, and creating a strong visual story.

Brittany’s work is known for its warm, modern approach, with influences from Scandinavian and biophilic design. She believes spaces should be beautiful, but they should also feel good to live, work, gather, and spend time in. This philosophy carries across the firm’s residential projects as well as its growing work in medical, wellness, and hospitality design.

Her work and perspective have been recognized by Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, VERANDA, Business of Home, and The Spruce, and she has served as a High Point Market Ambassador.

In 2027, Brittany will open a retail store and design studio in Cary, North Carolina, marking the next chapter for the firm and its continued growth into a broader design and lifestyle brand.

At the heart of Brittany’s work is a simple belief. Great design should feel personal, function beautifully, and create a lasting connection to the people who experience it.