Everyone deserves a space that is bright, aesthetically pleasing, and functional. The passion for founding SDS was inspired by the understanding that the challenging times and reconfigured change in work habits may overpower the comfort of your home as you knew it. 

One of the SDS's differentiators is the Founder's approach and unique ability to create timeless and personalized spaces that don't break the bank. The Founder's organizational skills complement SDS's core values and beliefs that a home is our refuge after living through and adapting to all the chaos of the last few years to respond to the needs of you and your loved ones.

Sanctuary Design Solutions utilizes its own modules thoughtfully created for each of the services we provide so that each client has a space that is aesthetically pleasing to them and not to the designers they work with. Our fun exercises energize the clients and get their creative 'juices' going before we even begin the work. And the specific modules that we adapt depending on clients' needs or spaces we work on ensure that 'once a mess is never a mess again.

What truly sets Sanctuary Design Solutions apart is its unique approach that emphasizes client involvement and accountability. From the very beginning, their team displayed an outstanding understanding of the challenges faced by families in reclaiming their living spaces. They deeply value the importance of creating an environment that nurtures family life and actively involves the client in the process. (Andy C.)

Elena Romanova, the Founder, and CEO of Sanctuary Design Solutions, is a mom and a wife who prioritizes her family’s nest to provide a healthy and happy environment at home. Everyone deserves a space that is bright, aesthetically pleasing, and functional. SDS was inspired by the understanding that the challenging times and reconfigured change in work habits may overpower the comfort of your home, as you knew it.

She is also a professional who has worked in non and for-profit sectors in leading positions and brings her project management and 360 view ability to see that change is needed. This truly boutique service is mainly designed for modest to mid-size living houses.

Elena’s own design story started with purchasing a condo in her early 20s, refurbishing furniture, and creating bold accents on a shoestring. Her design approach is a testament to her exceptional taste and ability to create timeless, stylish living spaces on a budget.  Her friends have enjoyed party nights and spa days in her basement. Its unique decor, featuring wallpaper that later appeared in the Mad Men series and lamps that appeared on True Blood, underscores her ability to spot trends before they become mainstream. Her family’s home kitchen design continues to draw compliments more than a decade after it was created, showing her ability to create enduring, classic spaces that stand the test of time.

One of her differentiators is her ability to create unique and personalized spaces that don't break the bank. She has an eye for design and a talent for spotting great deals, allowing you to create stunning living spaces on a budget that your neighbors can afford. Her background in art and world travel bring a cultural lens perspective.

• Collaborate with clients to identify ‘pain points,’ and incorporate feedback at every step of the way

• Source any materials and furnishings that fit within the budget, with no upcharge. The client is provided with direct source and vendor pricing

• Coordinate with contractors, when required, to ensure the design plan is executed correctly

• Deliver impeccable project management to ensure the project is completed on time and within budget

• Identify additional design services for future upgrades or modifications to the space

• Provide follow-up and worksheets to make Sanctuary Design Solutions' clients get excellent outcomes and long-lasting impact