With more than five years of experience in residential interior design and decorating, I specialize in creating thoughtful, functional spaces that reflect each client’s unique lifestyle and vision. Through my own design business, Claire + Elizabeth, and time in my role as a VIP Designer with Havenly, I have managed projects ranging from full-home designs, Airbnbs, and office remodels via virtual e-designs for clients across the country. My expertise includes space planning, concept development, furniture and finish sourcing, project management, and styling for residential and commercial photography. I combine a strong creative eye with exceptional client service, delivering personalized interiors that are both beautiful and highly livable.

Claire E. Sapone

With more than five years of experience in residential interior design and decorating, I specialize in creating thoughtful, functional spaces that reflect each client’s unique lifestyle and vision. Through my own design business, Claire + Elizabeth, and time in my role as a VIP Designer with Havenly, I have managed projects ranging from full-home designs, Airbnbs, and office remodels via virtual e-designs for clients across the country. My expertise includes space planning, concept development, furniture and finish sourcing, project management, and styling for residential and commercial photography. I combine a strong creative eye with exceptional client service, delivering personalized interiors that are both beautiful and highly livable.

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With more than five years of experience in residential interior design and decorating, I specialize in creating thoughtful, functional spaces that reflect each client’s unique lifestyle and vision. Through my own design business, Claire + Elizabeth, and time in my role as a VIP Designer with Havenly, I have managed projects ranging from full-home designs, Airbnbs, and office remodels via virtual e-designs for clients across the country. My expertise includes space planning, concept development, furniture and finish sourcing, project management, and styling for residential and commercial photography. I combine a strong creative eye with exceptional client service, delivering personalized interiors that are both beautiful and highly livable.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Interior Designer, Decorator at CLAIRE + ELIZABETH
January 1, 2021 - Present
Managed and designed full home Airbnb rentals in Portland, OR; designed residential projects. Staged home spaces for commercial photography and video for Fender guitar. Project managed and implemented full-scale kitchen remodel, fireplace, and living room remodels. Managed clients, created idea plans, floor plans, concepts boards, and complete designs of residential spaces. Offered virtual and in-person design packages.
Interior Designer, Decorator at HAVENLY
October 1, 2022 - Present
Remote interior designer/decorator; manage clients, create idea plans, floor plans, concepts boards, and complete 3D residential designs nationwide. Curate individualized designs, source furniture and decor. Recommend tile, hardware, counters, and flooring for room designs. Sold $400,000+ in furniture and decor in the past year.
Producer, Director, Production Designer, Assistant Director, Editor at CLAIRE SAPONE LLC - Photography and Film Production
July 1, 2018 - Present
Led production, design, and editing of 100+ creative works, including narrative documentaries, feature films, web and TV spots, fundraisers, websites and social media campaigns. As sole proprietor, administered marketing, sales, customer success, hiring and people management, financial planning and analysis and general logistical activities. Interviewed, hired and trained 50+ contractors. Founded company and have profitably run its operations since inception.
Creative Media Producer at DUCHESNE ACADEMY
May 1, 2016 - July 1, 2018
Orchestrated creative productions for a 6-person internal team responsible for fundraising, events, and general revenue operations. Spearheaded video production, directing, editing, planning, and implementation of creative campaigns. Overhauled social media operations and content creation. Conceptualized, pitched to executives, and sourced budget for the establishment of creative media production team. Led fundraiser that raised $1M and a city-wide giving campaign that sourced $300k.
Creative Assistant Producer at ADVENTURE STUDIOS
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2016
Generated written and audiovisual content for 1000+ advertising campaigns, client newsletters, promotional materials, websites and social media environments. Ran photography and graphic design programs. Arranged and assisted with client management, art direction and project pitches. Contributed-to-projects that generated $1.8M over 6 years. Supported UX and UI design of ~15 software products for communication teams within contract tracking, peer review, and legal functions of primarily the education and healthcare industries. Began as intern in 2008 and transitioned to full-time employee through 2016.

Education

B.S. in Journalism & Communication at University of Nebraska, Omaha
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2016

Qualifications

VIP DESIGNER DESIGNATION - HAVENLY
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
ART COMMITTEE + DESIGNER EXPERIENCE MEMBER - HAVENLY
January 1, 2025 - June 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education