ABOUT US

Our STORY

Claudia Pakes Design Studio is a full-service interior design firm in Austin, Texas, specializing in turn-key, concierge-style home design. From kitchen and bath remodels to full-home furnishings, we handle every detail—so you don’t have to. Our signature blend of comfort, elegance, and livable luxury makes each space as functional as it is beautiful.

Austin’s Concierge Interior Design Studio

Meet the founder

Claudia Pakes

Claudia is the founder and creative force behind Claudia Pakes Design Studio (CPDS), where she brings a fresh, thoughtful approach to interior design. For almost ten years, she’s been helping clients create homes that feel both effortlessly elegant and deeply personal. Her designs strike that sweet spot between timeless and livable—always tailored to the people who live in them and the architecture that surrounds them.

Before interior design, Claudia spent more than two decades in the creative world designing events, products, and even celebration cakes. That hands-on, artistic background naturally evolved into a passion for interiors, which she formalized through degrees in interior design and art history at Santa Barbara City College.

Her global upbringing is at the heart of her work. Born in El Salvador, raised in Australia, and having lived in California before settling in Austin, Texas, Claudia draws on a rich mix of cultural influences. Her love for art, architecture, and antiques is fueled by frequent travels through Europe and Asia with her family—always on the lookout for inspiration that tells a story.

Over the years, CPDS has worked on a wide range of projects—from full-home renovations to functional kitchen and bath remodels, and everything in between. While collaboration is always at the center of Claudia’s process, many long-time clients now trust her with complete creative direction, knowing the results will reflect their needs and exceed expectations. Behind the beauty, CPDS is grounded in the practical: honoring budgets, timelines, and the belief that great design should feel as good as it looks.

#LiveBeautifully

“A well-designed space isn’t just beautiful—it works beautifully. When form meets function, your home becomes a place of ease, clarity, and calm. Organization isn’t just about order; it’s about creating room to live fully.”

CLAUDIA PAKES
"Good design is more than what you see—it's how you feel when your space supports your life. When everything has a place, there's room to breathe, think, and simply be."

HEIDI R
"I look forward to assisting you and bringing warmth to your home!"

HEIDI Z

Meet Heidi zager

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Heidi joined the CPDS team as a Design Assistant in April 2023 and plays a key role behind the scenes—gathering samples, tracking orders, and helping keep project details organized so Claudia can bring each studio vision to life.

With a foundation in Human Resources and a Diploma in Interior Design from the British Academy of Interior Design in London, she brings both structure and creativity to her work. Before joining the team, she completed a handful of small-scale design projects and also explored her creative side as a wardrobe stylist.

Outside the studio, she enjoys time with her two young daughters and finds both peace and inspiration through travel. A self-proclaimed Europhile, she has a deep love for art museums, historic estates, and imagining the stories held within beautiful old walls.

meet heidi rodriguez

PROJECT COORDINATOR

Heidi is our go-to for all things organized and on track. With a background in graphic design and experience at top marketing and publicity agencies in Mexico City, she brings a creative eye and a sharp sense of detail to every project. Since moving to the U.S., she’s followed her passion for finance, baking, personal styling, and home organization. At CPDS, Heidi keeps our projects running smoothly—coordinating with contractors, managing timelines, and making sure our clients feel informed and cared for every step of the way.