Nelsen Architects Launches Nomad Hospitality Interiors, Expanding Luxury Hospitality Design Platform with Early Projects Throughout US - Hospitality Net

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Heather Chilton and Gantt Ryan Langlois—Photo byNelsen Architects

**SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ.**– [Nelsen Architects](https://giantnoise-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/2RxAsQFxT5k6NdI1gBIdY6vdKNIXamLmzYGn_7ytTvxTcZQZ5oQHCya5e-BY_ApR_CcYXsHOz_2WAWb_xVfsvqTqSZ4ULop3PcS6B5Dg77plrzYZt26sV3QzPkUX25wSqN4Uv-16pscR5QOlIqfKI5fEu96_aO8UMUhYO2jV4Qcp5Z5aQgQmy0y-P), formerly Nelsen Partners, is proud to announce the launch of [Nomad Hospitality Interiors](https://giantnoise-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/2j5Ig-yb30T75r5QE2zQAKHgJM4yQnEyWjc31LovaQTjeZQZ5oQERiUMRmwrMkEVXhtg7F0zcO7rCVG1B4SKn-f6IGJQSXB5Rw8ZlItHaad8QHHjDnCxYASiCQF7dm8mkkUXaAwN6V8F9nTRIGXQFurQX-bd4HwtHN_VDblR5bzbVd83G9-pWf7hZYuk), a new independent interior design studio dedicated to creating engaging, design-driven environments within the luxury and lifestyle hospitality sector.

Guided by exploration and inspired by place, Nomad Hospitality Interiors is rooted in the belief that exceptional hospitality design creates meaningful experiences. The studio specializes in boutique hotels, luxury resorts, wellness spaces, destination restaurants and private clubs, with a focus on environments that feel authentic, memorable and deeply connected to their surroundings.

Among the studio’s initial commissions is the renovation of the iconic La Posada de Santa Fe, a Tribute Portfolio Resort & Spa. Working alongside the new owners, Nomad will shape and execute the design vision for the property’s 157 guestrooms, public areas, and food and beverage offerings, ushering in a new chapter for the celebrated destination.

The new studio will be led by Heather Chilton-Gantt, a respected hospitality designer whose professional journey began at Nelsen Architects more than 20 years ago. After her time at Nelsen, Heather joined Monogram Hospitality Interiors at BBGM, where she spent the next few decades collaborating closely with Nelsen's architectural teams on a range of hospitality projects. When Monogram recently closed its doors, Nelsen recognized a unique opportunity to establish a new interiors studio with a team of talented designers it had trusted and partnered with for years, and the chance to operate independently with partners within and beyond Nelsen’s current portfolio.

Joining Heather from Monogram are Studio Design Lead Ryan Langlois and Senior Designer Lisa Scaffidi, longtime collaborators who bring more than a decade of shared experience delivering exceptional hospitality projects. Senior Designer Kaori Morie also joins the Nomad team from Nelsen, where she has spent several years contributing to a broad range of hospitality-focused work.

Together, the team brings deep expertise across a diverse portfolio of projects, including full-service hotels, lifestyle brands, five-star luxury resorts and destination spa experiences. Their collective experience spans renowned hospitality brands such as Ritz-Carlton, Autograph Collection, Curio by Hilton, Westin, Tapestry Collection and many others.

“I look forward to building a hospitality design studio at Nomad that elevates the client experience. My goal is to bring the same level of design excellence, thoughtful collaboration and dedication that clients have come to expect from Nelsen’s architectural and planning practice to this new interior design team,” said Chilton-Gantt.