Our Approach

At Studio Istre, each project begins with listening. Every home—and every brand—has a story to tell. Our work is rooted in the belief that the most beautiful spaces and partnerships are sustainable, curated, and elevated.

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About Us

A fun loving Libra born and raised in Minneapolis, Courtney has lived on four continents building marketing strategies and brand partnerships for global brands like Target and Shutterfly, and nonprofits including the Clinton Foundation and Bono’s AIDS organization (RED). When not mothering a wild toddler or pitbull, she can be found thrifting vintage threads + home decor, restoring found items, traveling, leading Rajio Taiso calisthenics, or propagating plants. She holds a BA in Spanish and Cultural Anthropology from the University of Michigan.

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