About
Meet Colleen
Owner, lead designer, and the person behind every detail at Devon Downs Design.
Owner, lead designer, and the person behind every detail at Devon Downs Design.
I'm the daughter of passionate DIYers who instilled in me the values of creativity, hard work, and the belief that anything is possible with determination. Growing up with multiple home renovations taught me that "the devil is in the details," and having a clear process is key to achieving greatness.
I'm a married mom of two who loves reading, spending time in nature, and indulging in a little retail therapy. I'm also a dreamer, vintage picker, and a big fan of 70s yacht rock music. I believe we all evolve, and our spaces should evolve with us to meet our changing needs.
As an interior designer, it's a privilege to help people transform their spaces into beautiful, personalized homes that offer both style and function. Let me help you create a home you'll love.
— Colleen Daugherty
Our name, Devon, comes from where I grew up along the Main Line of Philadelphia, famously known for the nostalgic Devon Horse Show. The "Downs" is the meadow for horses to roam freely, in luxury and peace.
Kind of like your home: your refuge and haven.
As a former Physician Assistant in Gynecologic Oncology turned designer, I bring a deep understanding of how our environments affect mental health, focus, and emotional well-being.
My work in neurodiversity-informed design is rooted in the belief that every person deserves a home that supports the way their brain works — not one that fights against it. I work closely with clients and families who experience ADHD, autism, sensory sensitivities, anxiety, and other forms of neurodivergence.
Together, we create spaces that are calming, functional, and beautifully personalized — homes that feel good and do good for the people who live in them.
Through this lens, design becomes more than aesthetics — it's emotional architecture. We use color psychology, lighting, spatial flow, and texture to support attention, comfort, and regulation. Every decision is intentional: how sound travels, how clutter is managed, how lighting impacts mood and focus.
My goal is simple: to design spaces where people can feel at ease, focus clearly, and recharge fully.
Every project begins with a complimentary discovery call — no pressure, just a chance to talk about your space and your vision.
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