Private Residence for Kara Childress

About Mirei Monticelli

Mirei Monticelli is a Milan-based Filipina designer. Working from her roots has exposed her to the world of traditional manufacturing and production of furniture, where everything is made by hand. This environment exposed her to the beautiful world of artisan crafts, but then gave her the yearning to explore state-of-the-art techniques that come from the western world — which led her to study at Politecnico di Milano with a Masters degree in Design and Engineering. In 2019, she founded Studiomirei. On the same year, her Nebula lamp was awarded during Milan Design Week’s Salone Satellite at Rho Fiera Milano.

About Kara Childress

Since 1984, Childress and her team have created soulful interiors that seamlessly balance classic proportions, natural tones, and reclaimed elements. With a thoughtful approach rooted in collaboration, the atelier works closely with the nation’s leading architects, builders, and artisans to curate interiors that exude refined elegance. Award-winning projects include primary estates, second homes, and luxury commercial environments, as well as private jet interiors and vacation properties across Texas, California, Colorado, Florida, Massachusetts, Montana, Wyoming, the Hamptons, the Bahamas, and Puerto Rico.

Childress’ ability to harmonize tradition with innovation results in spaces that are both timeless and deeply personalized. Every detail is thoughtfully curated, showcasing movement through layers of texture, color, and materiality. Based in Houston, she draws inspiration from family life, infusing warmth and personality into every project. Her signature approach results in sophisticated, layered spaces that transcend trends and stand the test of time.