about our team

Ainsley Lawson

Ainsley Lawson

Interior Designer

My path to interior design was shaped by a creative upbringing. My maternal grandparents were artists, and their influence helped spark my love of all things visual. As a child, I was always drawing, building, or rearranging my bedroom. I’ve always had a deep desire to create and to transform the spaces around me.

I earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting from MassArt and later completed a certificate in Interior Design from RISD. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to design a wide range of projects, including hotels, restaurants, country clubs, and retail displays. I truly love it all. I’m grateful that my role at Taste allows me to continue exploring a diverse array of design opportunities. I enjoy the creative problem-solving that comes with the work, and I love helping families create homes that reflect who they are and how they live. The collaborative energy here is unmatched, and I feel lucky to be part of such a talented team.

I’m especially inspired by the idea of slow design. It’s a thoughtful, responsible approach that values long-term impact over passing trends. I find myself drawn to spaces that evoke curiosity and tell a story through layers, texture, and meaning.

Outside of work, I live with my husband, Simon, and our two rescue dogs, Ren and Scarlett. I’m one of four sisters and come from a close-knit family. For fun and relaxation, I draw, paint, take on house projects, walk with my dogs, go to live music shows, travel, cook, and antique. My lifestyle is best described as eclectic, inviting, creative, busy (in a good way), and a little bit adventurous and a little bit zen.