Brenda Houston is an American designer known for her bespoke, sculptural furnishings that highlight the natural beauty of gemstones, fossils, and minerals—some over 100 million years old. Each piece in her collection is handcrafted in the U.S. and celebrates nature’s timeless elegance through sustainable design. Through her work, Houston refines naturalism, transforming raw geological wonders into elevated, collectible art forms.

A lifelong traveler, Houston draws on global influences to inform her work. She began her career designing for luxury retailers like Saks Fifth Avenue, Giorgio Armani, and Barneys New York, later serving as Head of Design for Princess Cruises and Director of Creative Services for David Yurman. After a transformative trip to Uruguay, she launched her namesake studio in 2008, committed to supporting miners and honoring earth-sourced materials.

Her designs have been featured in Architectural Digest, Marie Claire, PaperCity, Interiors, California Home + Design, Luxe Interiors + Design, and Interior Design Magazine. With representation from showrooms like Holly Hunt and shop concepts at Barneys and Bergdorf Goodman, she’s been recognized as a leader in reintroducing minerals into high-end design.

Houston’s clientele includes top interior design firms, celebrities, royals, and luxury hoteliers. She splits her time between Dallas, Los Angeles, and New York with her rescue dog, Don Diego.