about

Firm

Olson Twombly consists of the husband and husband design team of Joe Olson and Clay Twombly. With studios on Nantucket Island and in Connecticut, their firm specializes in luxury residential interiors. Taking into account architecture, color, furnishings, textiles, lighting and art, Olson Twombly offers full service custom design that creates personal narratives expressive of our clients lives and experiences.

Approach

Our approach to interior design is founded on the belief that a home should be a reflection of our client’s personality and lifestyle. Creating interiors that combine warmth and sophistication, we ensure that every project embraces a client’s spirit. And in collaborating with fine craftsmen, uncovering exceptional pieces and creating memorable details, our ultimate objective is in making our client’s lives more beautiful, their homes more comfortable, and their senses more plentiful.

Unique Offering

Although we work with architects in providing the decorative layer for homes, we find that clients often look for our unique offering of both interior architecture in combination with decorative design. Whether it be a new kitchen or bathroom, or reconfiguring interior spaces, our firm can provide the design and direction for all elements of the interior build and design.

Team

  • Joe Olson

    joe@olsontwombly.com


    Architecture and interior design have been life long passions for Joe, and it’s evident in his work. His knowledge of materials, appreciation of color, and breadth of experience result in spaces rich in harmony, serenity and beauty. After working with three prestigious design firms in Manhattan and on Nantucket, Joe eventually founded his own practice in 2015. A graduate of Syracuse University, Joe went on to receive an MFA in Interior Design from Pratt Institute in New York. After hours, Joe is lucky enough to spend even more time with Clay and their Pomeranian Eddy, mostly working on their own homes, both in Nantucket and Connecticut.

  • Clay Twombly

    clay@olsontwombly.com


    As managing partner of Olson Twombly, Clay brings over 25 years of experience in business management and ownership to the firm. With a background in luxury fashion and high end retail, Clay has a deep appreciation for textiles, color, and design in all its forms. Moving seamlessly between the creative and administrative sides of the business, Clay is instrumental in managing the details of each project and forming meaningful client relationships. When Clay is not working he enjoys practicing yoga and tending his water garden, and is equally at home on Nantucket and in Essex with his husband Joe and their dog Eddy.

  • Karen Molta

    karen@olsontwombly.com


    Karen joined Olson Twombly as a design associate after working in the construction field for over 20 years. Her experience in residential design makes her a valuable asset to the firm. Karen has lived on Nantucket with her husband and two children for over two decades. In her spare time she enjoys gardening, traveling and spending time at the beach.

  • Tierney Goddard

    Tierney was born and raised on Nantucket. She is currently studying interior architecture at Endicott College and will graduate in 2022. Her favorite part about design is the fulfillment of seeing a project come together from start to finish. She also loves the idea of building beautiful spaces where people can create memories. 

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