BETHANY NORFLEET

DESIGN & operations lead

Bethany has diverse experiences across the country living in Vermont, California’s Bay Area, and Charlotte, North Carolina, before settling in Newburyport. With each move, Bethany found inspiration and solace in designing her own spaces to make them feel like home. 

With experiences at various interior design studios and boutiques, Bethany thrives on blending her clients' individual styles and travels to craft warm, approachable, and unique spaces.

Bethany approaches each project with a mix of creativity and precision, overseeing every aspect from initial client consultations and space planning to technical design, collaboration with trades and vendors, and efficient sourcing and procurement for styling and decor projects. With a belief that your environments deeply impact your well-being, Bethany advocates for spaces that support and inspire.

MiCHELLE DUESTERHOEFT

design lead - midwest

Originally from the midwest, Michelle cultivated her expertise in New England and the Bay Area before relocating to Chicago. She has honed her skills at several acclaimed design studios, and real estate / development companies known for their groundbreaking work across various industries, from leading tech firms to hospitality infused shared work environments.

Michelle plays an integral role in all parts of the design and implementation process with well rounded experiences ranging from technical details to interior styling, decor and procurement. With a deep-rooted belief in the transformative power of design, Michelle is dedicated to creating innovative, tailored solutions no matter the project size.

mia gustafson

designer

Mia recently graduated from the University of Massachusetts with a bachelor's degree in Interior Design and a minor in Building and Construction Technology. Her education, combined with hands-on industry experience, gives her a thoughtful, technical approach to every project.

Having worked across multiple facets of the design industry; from fabric sales and showroom merchandising to schematic design, Mia brings a well-rounded perspective that balances creativity with functionality.

As a Newbury native, Mia has a deep appreciation for the area's coastal character and timeless New England style. Her design perspective has also been shaped by living in Florence, Italy, and Steamboat Springs, Colorado, where she immersed herself in the unique architectural traditions and design history of each region. These experiences allow her to blend classic coastal influences with a broader, globally inspired aesthetic, creating homes that feel inviting and authentic.

chloe norfleet

studio assistant

Chloe first joined the ABD studio as an intern during her junior year of high school, bringing curiosity and a fresh perspective to the team. After stepping away to focus on her senior year, she returned following her graduation, picking up right where she left off, but this time as a studio assistant.

Chloe supports the studio through organization, social media, and day-to-day studio needs. She is detail-oriented and dependable, a natural fit for a studio that believes great design lives in the details.

With plans to study civil engineering and business at Northeastern University, beginning her first semester abroad in Greece, Chloe brings an ambitious, globally-minded outlook to everything she does. She is just getting started, and the best is ahead of her.