About Us
Leading the studio are Co-founders and Principal Designers Anne Mueller and Jessica Tolman, both celebrated for their expertise and innovative approaches to design. They are the 2024 recipients of the IFDA New England awards for ‘Best Modern Bedroom’ and ‘Best Modern Living Room.’
Anne Mueller
Anne, a noted expert on style, began her career in the fashion industry at Condé Nast and Calvin Klein, Inc., where she played a key role in developing iconic campaigns and VIP styling, including her work on the Arsenal campaign with Freddie Ljungberg. Her background cultivated her deep understanding of bespoke, classic, and timeless design. She attended graduate school for Interior Architecture at Boston Architectural College.
Jessica Tolman
Jessica, a passionate design aficionado, started her career at the prestigious Hindman Auctions in Chicago before becoming the right-hand to celebrity interior designer Nate Berkus. She graduated from Northwestern University and later studied at the legendary Sotheby’s Institute in London. Jessica’s love for art, history, and culture resonates with clients who appreciate storied and layered spaces.
Client Praise
We worked with Briar Design on the design and construction of our new home. We didn’t want a “typical” New England suburban home,and Briar not only immediately got our style but also came up with a truly unique design, even assuring us that certain patterns and materials are retired from their rolodex so that our custom home is filled with truly one-of-a-kind pieces. They seamlessly worked with our architect and builder and provided excellent budget transparency throughout the process.
From our first conversation, it was clear that Briar Design was the right team for the project. Briar worked with our ideas and created a beautiful and congruent vision. The team also brought their deep experience and excellent collaborative skills to the project. As a result, our home is subtly but intentionally stylish and reflects the vibe of our lifestyle.