THE STUDIO
Courtney McLeod is the founder and principal of Right Meets Left Interior Design, an award-winning, full-service design studio located in the heart of the Flatiron District in Manhattan. She debuted on the Elle Decor A-List and 1stdibs Top 50 Interior Designers List in 2022. She received the Rising Star Award by the DDB in 2022 and was named an Emerging Designer To Watch by Luxe Magazine in 2019. Her work is featured in the books “By Design: The World’s Best Contemporary Interior Designers” published by Phaidon, and “Live Colorfully” published by House Beautiful. She has been featured in print editorials both in the US and abroad - including Luxe Interiors + Design, Modern Luxury, House Beautiful, The Wall Street Journal, and the cover of Aspire Design + Home. Courtney is a Trustee of the New York School of Interior Design.
The name Right Meets Left perfectly reflects our approach to the design process - rooted in an ideal balance of innovative design (right brain) and analytical rigor (left brain). We utilize a kaleidoscopic toolbox of texture, pattern, and color to create a singular and cohesive expression of each client’s unique personality and lifestyle. We understand a professional process and flawless execution are a top priority for our clients.
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Creatively, Courtney is known for joyfully elegant, color confident interiors expressing both her client's unique tastes and her vivid, collected aesthetic. Born and raised in New Orleans, Courtney brings a sophisticated view to her rooms, informed by her Creole background and extensive travels throughout Europe and Asia.
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Practically, she approaches each project with a keen understanding and appreciation of the significant financial investment required to execute a successful interior design project. Courtney guides each client on how best to invest their financial resources, and takes great pride in rigorous project management.
ABOUT COURTNEY
While she has had a lifelong passion for the decorative arts, prior to founding the firm Courtney earned a business degree from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and pursued a successful 15-year career in the financial services industry, rising to a leading portfolio management role in real estate private equity. Despite her success, at the peak of her career she realized it was time to commit to the pursuit of her true passion - designing beautiful interiors. Taking the tremendous skills gained through her experience and enhancing them with design-related studies at Parsons, Pratt, and the New York School of Interior Design, she confidently embarked on a new course and has never looked back. She feels truly blessed to successfully pursue her second act and live her passion.
Courtney resides in the vibrant Harlem neighborhood, a wonderful source of inspiration. She has lived in New York City for over two decades, but remains a Southerner at heart.
