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Meet the Founder & Principal Designer

Hi, I’m Emma Madero, Founder and Principal Interior Designer at River Wood Design Co.!

What drives me most is my passion for interior design and helping clients craft curated, personalized spaces that truly reflect who they are. I earned my Bachelor’s in Interior Design from the University of Florida (Go Gators!) after spending four transformative years living in Guam. After graduating and accumulating five + years of industry experience, I founded River Wood Design Company– a venture that was born alongside the arrival of my daughter, River.

With a deep love for residential interiors and boutique commercial spaces, I’ve had the privilege of working on a diverse range of projects, including restaurant design and high-end residential interiors, from Gainesville, FL to Palm Beach to Puerto Rico.

Every project presents unique challenges and opportunities to create functional and aesthetic solutions tailored to our clients’ wishes and goals for the space. We believe great design lies in the details, and we’re here to craft those special moments. We’re excited to take on new and inspiring projects, guiding our clients through every step from start to finish.