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Designing for people who believe every piece should have a story — inherited, rescued, or wrestled off Craigslist. After all, we all have a past.

This is my story — told in chairs, candlesticks, and just the right cocktail napkin.

The Story Behind the Style

Risa Cermak Interiors is a Tampa Bay–based boutique design studio that celebrates curated living and the power of story through vintage, styling, and soulful interiors. Known for her signature blend of Chinoiserie, meaningful heirlooms — from snapshots of her nine grandchildren to her aunt’s lifelong shell collection — layered with vintage pieces that whisper Palm Beach meets Southern elegance.

Her work reflects a deep appreciation for craftsmanship and a belief that great design doesn’t have to be grand — just personal. Inspired by a lifetime of travel and a passion for interiors, she brings intention, wit, and warmth to everything she touches — whether she’s sourcing heirloom-worthy barware, styling a tablescape, or guiding a room transformation.

She lives in Lutz, Florida, with her husband, Paul. They spend summers at Paul’s lake cabin (aka camp) in Maine and cherish time with their big, beautiful family of seven children and nine grandchildren. (Paul still says no to a dog.)

ASID Member | IDS Member | Founder, Risa Cermak Interiors, LLC | Tampa Bay, FL

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