Andrea Michaelson
Founder & Principal Designer
silver MemberVenice, California 90291
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About Andrea Michaelson
Andrea Michaelson is the founder and principal of AMD, a multidisciplinary interior design studio recognized for creating deeply personal, emotionally resonant environments. With a background rooted in architecture and more than twenty-five years of experience, Andrea brings a sophisticated, globally informed perspective to every project she undertakes.
Andrea attended the USC School of Architecture and earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Design from the prestigious ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena. She began her career in her early twenties as a freelance interior designer while simultaneously working as a fashion designer, marketer, and buyer for a leading Italian footwear brand.
Her architectural foundation is evident in every AMD project, where thoughtful spatial planning is paired with a refined aesthetic and an intuitive ability to mix periods, cultures, and materials. Andrea's work is known for its depth, balance, and ingenuity—appealing to a loyal, recurring clientele who value homes that feel authentic, layered, and timeless.
Andrea offers full-service expertise in interior architecture, furnishings, product design, and design-build, with extensive experience in renovations, additions, and new construction. Based in Venice, California, Andrea works extensively in Los Angeles and New York. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Luxe Magazine, Dwell, Aspire, and The Los Angeles Times. She is a proud member of ASID and DLN.
Andrea Michaelson is a featured member of the Haute Design Venice network, specializing in interior designers across California.
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AMD (Andrea Michaelson Design)
212 Sherman Canal
Venice, California 90291
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrea Michaelson's design discipline?
Andrea Michaelson is an interior designer with formal architecture training. Her firm, AMD, offers interior architecture, interior design, furnishings, product design, and design-build services, primarily for high-end residential projects.
Where is Andrea Michaelson Design based, and what regions does the firm serve?
AMD is based in Venice, California. According to the firm's listings, AMD serves the greater Los Angeles area — including Bel Air, Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica, and West Hollywood — and has completed documented projects in New York, including an Upper East Side townhouse.
What types of projects does AMD take on?
AMD specializes in high-end residential interiors, including new construction, renovations, additions, kitchens, and bathrooms. The firm also consults on condominium development, yacht interiors, hotel concessions, and boutique commercial spaces.
What services does Andrea Michaelson Design offer?
AMD offers interior architecture, space planning, interior design, lighting design, background finishes and textile consulting, furnishings procurement, custom product design, 3D rendering, construction drawings, sustainable design, and design-build services.
What are Andrea Michaelson's credentials and professional affiliations?
Michaelson studied architecture at the USC School of Architecture and holds a Bachelor of Science in environmental design from ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena. She is a professional allied member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and a member of the Design Leadership Network (DLN).
What notable projects has AMD completed?
Publicly documented projects include a 1930s Beverly Hills residence originally designed by architect Paul R. Williams (featured in Luxe Interiors + Design), a 7,000-square-foot Beverly Hills residence, a Mulholland Estates remodel, an Arts District loft in Los Angeles, and an Upper East Side townhouse kitchen in New York.
Where has Andrea Michaelson's work been published?
Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Luxe Interiors + Design, Dwell, Elle Décor, Aspire, and The Los Angeles Times. Her tile line was featured in the April 2016 issue of Architectural Digest.
How can prospective clients inquire about working with AMD?
Prospective clients are advised to contact Andrea Michaelson Design directly through the firm's official website (andreamichaelsondesign.com) regarding project scope, timeline, and fees.
Who is Andrea Michaelson?
Andrea Michaelson is a Venice-based designer known for interior designers, leading the studio AMD (Andrea Michaelson Design). Their Haute Design profile highlights their studio, design philosophy, project experience, and editorial presence on HauteLiving.com.