ABOUT
This is a family business.
First and foremost, we are sisters. Our parents taught us to think for ourselves, to take care of others and live to be happy. “Conformity is the hobgoblin of little minds,” our father used to tell us. That desire to be true to ourselves is what drives our designs. Our love of design and creating beautiful spaces is inherited from our mother. Her eclectic taste and her appreciation for beauty.
We are California girls, with roots in Ireland and Mexico. We share a love of travel and experiencing cultures through their own unique spaces. Spaces are personality. Spaces are moods. Spaces are history and family and love. And this idea is what sparked the beginning of Design 4 Corners. We hail from the corners of Bali and California, and sometimes in between. We both come from backgrounds in design and project management, both practical and academic, and we have been building a brand that reflects our love of travel, color, pattern, texture, and interiors. But we believe it goes even deeper.
We believe that the spaces people inhabit -- the places we all live, work, play, eat and dream every day -- shape the ways we feel in subtle and overwhelming ways: our health, our happiness, our faith and our foundation; our sleep, our love, our productivity and our sanity. These are the rooms we inhabit. And so we create every space with that in mind, with as much passion and care as if we were therapists, doctors, shaman or parents. We believe in spaces. Our work is both a service and an offering, a passion and a calling. This is what we do. And we love it.
Love, the Sisters
Elaina and Susanna
Meet our Designers.
Jess Kelley, Designer & Content Creator
We first met Jessica on a trip to New York City back in 2015, just before she made her move to San Diego and she's been part of our family ever since. Although she grew up on the shores of Cape Cod, she's a true Cali girl at heart. The sunny skies, swaying palm trees, and warm sandy beaches called her west, and she never looked back.
Jessica studied Interior Design in Philadelphia, launching her career in commercial and retail design. Her time with Anthropologie and several boutique firms sharpened her eye for detail and gave her an incredible foundation — making her an invaluable asset to our team from day one.
Since joining The Sisters, she's developed a deep passion for residential design, with a true gift for creating spaces that reflect each client's unique personality. Walk into our office and you'll instantly feel it, her laid-back nature and positive energy make everyone feel right at home. She is, without question, our third, fourth, and fifth hand. From concept design and space planning to construction documents, Jessica is with us every step of the way. And if that weren't enough, she also manages all of our social media platforms and newsletters.
When she's not helping us in the office or exploring a new corner of the world, you can find Jessica soaking up the sun at the beach or spending time with her family. She’s a proud wife and mother to her daughter Beach — her favorite adventure partner when she's not working.
Nicole Nelson, Designer
Nicole is a San Diego native who has always been attracted to design but also had an inclination toward math and problem solving. While researching majors in college she realized quickly after that first drafting class that this field could combine all the subjects she was passionate about and has not looked back since!
After graduating from SDSU with her interior design degree she landed a job at a high end design firm and cabinetry showroom. Nicole was involved in every aspect of the design process and fell in love with the beauty and intricacy of custom millwork while getting to work with some of the top manufacturers in North America and Europe.
Being naturally detail oriented and learning various aspects of construction allowed Nicole to use her niche strengths to help the team achieve the big picture of the overall design. Nicole had the opportunity to collaborate with the sisters on a few Kitchen and Bath projects and thus their story began. Nicole values working for a strong team and most importantly building lasting relationship with clients, builders and reps.
When not in the office you can find her cruising around Oceanside with her husband, two sons and terrier mix. She enjoys trying out new recipes, taking fun trips with family and having a night out with friends.
Teresa Do, Designer
Teresa is a New Orleans native whose spirit reflects the warmth and beauty of the city she grew up in. An old soul at heart, she is inspired by travel, history, food, and the stories spaces can tell. Growing up with a dad who was a general contractor post-Katrina, Teresa spent much of her childhood on construction sites riding passenger on a sky lift and gaining an early exposure to the industry.
Later in life, she discovered the world of interior design through a woodshop class where she naturally applied many of the trade skills she learned from her dad. While working in kitchen and bath sales, Teresa realized she wanted to be more involved in the creative process beyond sales alone.
With a background in architecture, Teresa found her niche in interior architecture, working on projects ranging from high-end residential homes to boutique hotels and restaurants from New Orleans to Los Angeles and now San Diego. She especially enjoys custom furniture design and collaborating with local artisans to create pieces that feel truly unique.
Pencils down, Teresa loves spending time outdoors, whether she’s running, hiking, snorkeling, fishing or heading off-road on her next adventure with her loyal sidekick, Max.
Alma Madlangbayan, Designer
Originally from the Bay Area, Alma brings more than 20 years of experience in the design industry. She earned her degree in Interior Design from San José State University and began her career working throughout Oakland and San Francisco, where she developed a strong foundation in residential, commercial lighting, and hospitality design.
Her BIM background helps our clients visualize their spaces in 3D throughout the design process, bringing ideas to life before construction begins.
Prior to joining our team, Alma worked with a Hawaii-based architectural firm, collaborating on a diverse range of projects from luxury hospitality environments to custom residential homes. Her early studies in architecture sparked a lifelong fascination with the way space can influence mood, behavior, and overall well-being.
Alma's design approach is rooted in listening and collaboration to create spaces that authentically capture our clients' personalities and lifestyles.
Her favorite pastimes include coffee bar hopping and strolling through quaint neighborhoods with her husband and cockapoo.
Beverly Twitty, Purchasing & Operations Coordinator
Beverly always knew that she wanted a career that involved creativity and design. After graduating from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a degree in Journalism/Advertising, she landed a job with an office furniture company in their advertising department. To learn about the company’s products, she was placed in the sales and design department, and Beverly quickly realized she had found her true calling. From there, she went on to hold a variety of positions in the interior design field. Her experience ranges from managing a trade showroom to retail interior design sales, office management, and purchasing.
Beverly considers herself fortunate to have answered an ad to join the Sisters as a purchasing assistant. She loves the camaraderie and professionalism of this close-knit group and appreciates the positive energy in the office.
A native Southerner, Beverly and her husband Greg moved to San Diego in 2000, where they raised their two sons. More recently, they have embraced an exciting new role as grandparents and are delighted by the joy, laughter, and endless fun their grandson brings to the family.
On weekends and vacations, you can find Beverly and Greg playing tourist and exploring all that Southern California has to offer. They enjoy visiting National Parks and museums, attending local theater productions, and trying the latest restaurants. Equally happy relaxing at home, Beverly is an avid sports fan. She is willing to watch almost any sport but especially enjoys cheering on her beloved Tar Heels.
Sue Reynolds - Office Coordinator
Sue is from San Francisco and a Bay Area girl, but made her way to San Diego over 25 years ago and put down roots. She has always been drawn to art - how it permeates so many aspects of life, and has a long-standing love of intentional, custom curation. After earning her B.A. in Art, she fell into a career in municipal government as a Management Analyst where she leveraged her knack for organization, eye for detail, and ability to keep things on track and moving forward.
Sue found her way to Design 4 Corners through mutual connections and was a natural fit with the D4C family. Around the office, she's known for a willingness to jump in wherever needed, keeping the vibes high, the projects organized, and the team supported every step of the way.
When not at work sue can be found angling for her next hot springs and/or horse-related or hiking adventure with friends, being a homebody, or spending time exploring and enjoying north county and beyond.
And a big THANK YOU to all the consultants we work with to help make our dream job a reality!