The Bixby logo with the words "Bixby" written in cursive at the top, a silhouette of "Bixby" the dog in the middle, and "Design Group" written in uppercase letters at the bottom.

The Bixby Bridge in Big Sur, California, stands as a testament to the magic of human ingenuity – an instantly recognizable landmark where form and function celebrate one another.

It felt only fitting that when we founded BiXBY Design Group in 2024, we chose a name that honored those very same principles that guide our work. Oh, and did we mention it’s also the name of our wonderful and perfect Australian Labradoodle?

At BiXBY, we bridge the space between concept and reality in service of what our clients want most – creating spaces that turn houses into homes. 

  

MEET BIXBY

Blank, slightly textured beige paper with some small stains and creases.
Black script text that reads "Bixby Design Group".

Mr. Bixby, a gentle presence and client-calmer.

Bixby Bridge, Big Sur California

Every new project begins with a rigorous intake of who you are, where you’ve been, and where you want to go. We take your personality, highlight your interests, incorporate your quirks, integrate your needs, and end up with a space that is intimately connected to the story of your life. Our narrative design approach understands that a house doesn’t become a home until you breathe the life of your experiences into the fabric of its DNA. We don’t do signature styles; we do translate stories into spaces.

Creativity can be chaotic, but that’s exactly where BiXBY thrives. Importing marble from Milan while messaging a local craftsman about a custom rug while on speakerphone with the construction foreman updating demolition schedules might sound crazy to some, but for us, it’s showtime.  We take pride in discovering the story you want your space to tell, and even more pride in our ability to balance all the plates that get the job done.

At BiXBY, we want to know your history, hopes, dreams, and travels because that’s exactly what we use to design the space of you’ve always wanted. We approach every new project with an openness and willingness to listen, learn, and guide you from where you are to where you want to be.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Kate, walking on a ramp towards an open building or studio with a modern exterior. There is a large rock and some plants nearby.
A man kneeling on the floor installs or measures a door frame in a room, holding a level against the door. The room has one textured wall, a plain wall with a light switch, and a window on the left side.
Two men talking inside a building under construction, with one man holding a notebook.
Bixby the dog lying on the floor inside a house under construction or renovation, with a doorway leading to an outdoor area with rocks and large stones.
Kate contemplating if the runner rug works in the Roadrunner House hallway.

About Kate Bruno

Artfully curated design has always been at the core of everything Kate has done.

With a degree in Architecture from the University of Southern California, Kate has spent the past 15 years designing projects that tell the client’s story and elicit a sense of home for family and friends alike. She works to truly understand your needs, style, and how you and your family live in your home, curating handcrafted pieces that serve as a true reflection of you and your lifestyle.

Kate has lived all over the Southeast, California, Italy, and Switzerland. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring new cities' culture, art, and food scenes with her partner Bryce and, of course, their beloved companion, Bixby.

Kate smiling and laughing, standing in front of a decorative metal gate with circular patterns, outdoors in black and white.
A pair of red, round eyeglasses with a textured, sketch-like appearance.

THE TEAM

[ OUR TEAM ]

BiXBY is only as good as the team that supports it and thankfully, our team is damn good.

Creative partner Wynne Davis is our genius behind the scenes ensuring every detail is always considered. Jennifer Orne is our effortlessly gifted stylist whose eye for interiors borders on the supernatural. Beth Ault is our professional organizer who remains undefeated against every junk drawer she’s ever faced. Lane Smith is our jack of all trades who never met a problem he couldn’t solve.

Together, they all help ensure your project will turn out exactly how you want no matter what.