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, an interior architecture and design firm rooted in refined aesthetics, thoughtful storytelling, and intentional living. A proud North Carolina native, Brittany brings a distinctive blend of Southern warmth, editorial sophistication, and entrepreneurial vision to every project.

A graduate of the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in Los Angeles, she began her career by launching and operating five women’s boutiques across the Southeast, an experience that sharpened her eye for detail, brand development, and elevated client experience, and continues to influence her interiors today through her signature approach to layering texture, balancing statement pieces, and creating cohesive, timeless spaces. Known for her biophilic and wellness driven design philosophy, Brittany specializes in interiors that blend natural materials, warm neutral palettes, and thoughtful craftsmanship, embodying a sense of quiet luxury that feels sophisticated without excess and modern without sacrificing warmth. With an innate ability to visualize the finished product long before construction begins, she provides clients with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind throughout the design process.

At Rathell Designs, collaboration is central, and Brittany leads a team of seasoned professionals dedicated to precision, communication, and care, delivering exceptional residential and commercial environments that reflect each client’s lifestyle, values, and vision. Beyond her design practice, she continues to expand the Rathell brand through lifestyle and retail ventures that curate attainable luxury and meaningful living experiences, guided by a long term vision that integrates design, wellness, community, and commerce into a cohesive ecosystem. Grounded in gratitude, faith, and continuous growth, Brittany believes great design goes beyond aesthetics, that interiors should support how people live, rest, and thrive, and through Rathell Designs, she continues to shape spaces that are thoughtful, timeless, and rooted in purpose.