our Design philosophyAt Westhoven Design, our clients are at the heart of every project. We begin by understanding their lifestyle, personal tastes, needs, and goals, while remaining mindful of their financial and physical comfort throughout the design process. Our approach is highly collaborative and intentionally ego-free. We believe the best work emerges from an open exchange of ideas, thoughtful listening, and mutual trust.
We strive to create meaningful relationships with our clients built on respect, communication, and genuine care for their homes and projects. By taking the time to understand how our clients live, what matters to them, and how they want their spaces to feel, we are able to create environments that are not only beautiful, but deeply personal, functional, and enduring.
our team
Meagan Westhoven, Principal
Meagan founded Westhoven Design in 2009, following roles at several high-profile firms, including Marmol Radziner & Associates and Jamie Bush + Co.
She earned a Master’s degree in Interior Architecture from the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) and a Fine Arts degree from Skidmore College, where she also captained the collegiate soccer team. A Maine native and California transplant, Meagan now lives in Santa Monica with her husband and two daughters.
Erica Smith, Senior Designer
Erica has been a Senior Designer at Westhoven Design since 2020 where she specializes in material finish and architectural fixture compositions, and is an expert in furniture design and procurement.
Erica is a Los Angeles native and holds an Interior Architecture degree from the University of Oregon. Before joining our team, she spent over 20 years as a Graphic Designer specializing in Digital Marketing.
Erica lives in Brentwood, CA with her husband and two (very) active boys