Innate Studio is a comprehensive design practice integrating architecture, design, and decoration to create timeless, beautiful homes that are innately livable

About Us

Led by licensed architect and interior designer Lisa Schwert Pohlschroeder, Innate Studio offers comprehensive architectural and interior design services to clients in Connecticut, New York, and beyond. We aim to be your trusted partner and design expert throughout the complex process of building a new home or renovating an existing one. Our team can manage the design of every aspect of your project—from site selection and feasibility to architectural design to the selection, procurement, and placement of the furnishings and finishing touches and everything in between.

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  • What our clients are saying...

    “Lisa and I collaborated on a beautiful historic home renovation in Westchester County. Her updates transformed the property into a light-filled, functional house for a modern family while retaining the home's historic charm. As a result, the value of the property nearly doubled. Lisa is a great listener, highly collaborative, extremely knowledgeable, and has exceptional taste. Her calmness and passion is such a rare combination in this business.”

    - Holly Mellstrom, Top Real Estate Agent Westchester County

  • What our clients are saying...

    “We had an incredible experience with Innate Studio remodeling and designing our home. Lisa is very talented and is truly a one-stop shop when it comes to design and architecture, which made the whole renovation experience painless. She did a great job highlighting the building's unique architecture while giving us plenty of opportunities to include our own aesthetic under her guidance. Highly recommend!”

    - Melissa & Zach, Westport, CT

  • What our clients are saying...

    "We cannot thank Innate Studio enough for the phenomenal work done on our property. Our house was built in 1905 and Lisa carefully restored it, modernizing the home without losing its beautiful historic elements. We cannot recommend her highly enough, and we will continue to enjoy her work daily in the wonderful space she built."

    - Karli & Eric, Pelham, NY

  • What our clients are saying...

    “As New York City transplants and first-time homeowners, Innate Studio has been invaluable in guiding us through current projects at our Connecticut home. Lisa is warm and collaborative during the creative process, seamlessly translating our vague ideas into a cohesive design plan that is both practical and beautiful. Lisa’s expertise in both interiors and the mechanics of the home has made tackling any project possible!”

    ~ Kate & Jake, Wilton, CT

  • What our clients are saying...

    “We were so grateful to work with Innate Studio on our very overwhelming new build. Lisa made everything easy and manageable. She understood our vision and turned it into an action plan, delivering on time and keeping our goals realistic. We will continue to work with Innate Studio for all of our future projects!”

    - Lancey & Matt, Rye, NY

  • What our clients are saying...

    “We had a tight deadline to complete a much-needed renovation in our New York City apartment. Innate Studio provided unparalleled expertise and a seamless user experience. Lisa and the team made the entire process stress-free by providing a clear vision, refined options to choose from, and coordinating with the contractor on design and architectural requirements. Thanks to their help, the final result was exactly what we wanted. ”

    - Shilpa & Tom, New York, NY