Experience

Frampton Co

• United States
• Design
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Founder and Creative Director

  • May 2015 - Present

  Elena Frampton is the founder and creative director of Frampton Co. Her client-driven approach is paired with a conceptual exploration and artistic vision. Elena navigates the complexities of design by creatively addressing interior architecture, decoration, and art curation. This comprehensive process results in highly customized projects, evocative of her studio’s point of view and highlighting client aspirations. The simple practice of personally tailored, artful compositions defines the Frampton Co modus operandi. After professional experiences with Tsao & McKown Architects, Naomi Leff, Clodagh, and a partnership in the bi-coastal studio Curated, Elena found Frampton Co in 2015. She is an Allied member of The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and has taught at Parsons The New School for Design, and is a committee member of the Parrish Contemporaries Circle at the Parrish Art Museum. Elena is a Southern California native and holds a B.S. in Interior Design from the School of Architecture and Environmental Design, Arizona State University. She resides in Manhattan and Bridgehampton. Show less



Curated.

• New York / Los Angeles

• Cofounder and Creative Director

  • Jan 2006 - May 2015

  Curated is a full service interior design practice founded by Elena Frampton and Delta Wright in Los Angeles and New York. Over its ten-year history, the firm has established a bi-coastal reputation as a leading design studio with wide experience in select residential comissions and commercial developments. A commitment to the integrity of interior design as an art form has earned Curated industry recognition and a lengthening list of repeat clients. As the practice diversifies, Curated has expanded its Los Angeles home base and the New York studio launched Frampton Co in 2015. Show less



Tsao & McKown Architects

• Senior Associate

  • Jan 2003 - Jul 2006

  Implemented the principal's design vision for a range of high-end residential and hospitality projects. Fostered client relationships and the growth of design resources capable of executing sophisticated design solutions. Garnered significant management expertise including project financial strategies and profitability, staffing, new business and contract negotiations. Implemented the principal's design vision for a range of high-end residential and hospitality projects. Fostered client relationships and the growth of design resources capable of executing sophisticated design solutions. Garnered significant management expertise including project financial strategies and profitability, staffing, new business and contract negotiations.



Clodagh Design

• United States
• Design Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Design Director

  • Jul 1997 - Dec 2002

  Served as the Design Director for the 20-person creative team through all project phases while implementing the principal’s vision. Works included residential, hospitality and retail projects. Served as the Design Director for the 20-person creative team through all project phases while implementing the principal’s vision. Works included residential, hospitality and retail projects.