office room with green letters spelling "Cobiz"

What They’re Specifying: Kelly Finley

Her Oakland, California–based firm Joy Street Design emphasizes clever space planning, colorful contemporary forms, and an air of approachability in its interior design.

pendant light
COURTESY REJUVENATION

01 Sfera pendant
“This 16-inch pendant is modern and timeless.”
rejuvenation.com

portrait of Kelly Finley
COURTESY HILLARY JEANNE

Kelly Finley’s experience working as a litigator before launching Joy Street might explain why Finley’s designs feel both uplifting and rooted in the real world. “I believe that design should be purposeful,” she says.

red and black artwork
COURTESY NIADARTSTORE

02 Untitled by Danny Thach

“All the artwork for this project was purchased from NIAD, a nonprofit art studio that cultivates, exhibits, and sells work by adults with developmental disabilities.”

niadartstore.org

pillow with geometric upholstery
COURTESY WEST ELM

03 Margo Selby Mix Geo pillow covers

“The bold colors and geometric shapes echoed the benches’ upholstery.”

westelm.com

colorful geometric fabric sample
COURTESY PAUL SMITH

04 Angles by Paul Smith

“Choosing this fabric for custom benches created a focal point and added a large pop of color to an otherwise neutral room.”

maharam.com 

plants that spell out "Cobiz" on a wall
COURTESY CHRIS FRENCH

06 Plant Letters

“The letters (four-foot-high steel covered in moss) let us incorporate a biophilic element without high-maintenance care.”

cfrenchmetal.com 

black multi-tiered coffee table
COURTESY WEST ELM

08 Profile coffee table

“It’s able to withstand heavy use in high-traffic areas.”

westelm.com

phone booth
COURTESY ROOM

05 Phone Booth

“CoBiz is an open-floor-plan coworking space. This adds an optional place for people to retreat for privacy.”

room.com

green stool
COURTESY NUANS DESIGN

07 Cadrea counter stool

“The stools are simply comfortable and add more color.”

nuansdesign.com

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