Asha Maxey, founder and principal designer of Asha Maía Design, is an award-winning Northern Virginia interior designer with a passion for creating beauty that resonates. Her love for design began when her parents first let her choose the drapery for her childhood bedroom—a defining moment that revealed how interiors shape not just a space, but how we feel within it. From that day on, she understood that great design enriches daily life, creates atmosphere, and leaves a lasting impression.

 

Asha's design philosophy is deeply rooted in her Michigan upbringing, where nature's quiet elegance—expansive landscapes, changing seasons, and time-worn materials—instilled an appreciation for balance. Growing up in the fresh open air of her family's ten acres, surrounded by rolling hills, lush greenery, and picturesque blue skies, shaped her love for depth and richness in design. She gravitates toward interiors that feel both refined and liveable, blending the lightness of open spaces with the warmth and dimension of classic design. Raised in a home where tradition and craftsmanship were cherished, she brings that same warmth, authenticity, and thoughtful detail to her work. Her layered approach draws on textures, patterns, and colors that feel intentional and enduring.

 

A believer in romanticizing life, Asha infuses her interiors with that same spirit. Her love for the joy of a well-crafted cocktail, the warmth of jazz drifting through a space, or the quiet luxury of a candlelit evening—these moments inspire her work. She crafts interiors that invite connection, inspire everyday moments, and stand as a backdrop for a life well lived.

 

Asha's client-focused approach sets her apart. She sees beyond aesthetics, creating homes that reflect the lives and personalities of those who live in them. Clients praise her ability to understand their vision, elevate their style, and bring their dream home to life in ways that surpass expectations. More than anything, her goal is to design spaces her clients fall in love with—again and again, each new day.