05/21/2026
Meet Garrett 👋
Originally from the South, Garrett moved to New York City before eventually finding his way to Kingston, NY in 2015. A few weekends exploring the Hudson Valley was all it took to completely change the direction of his life. Today, he lives in Kingston with his son and still feels inspired by the architecture, natural beauty, and sense of community that first drew him in.
Before co-founding Tend Interiors, Garrett spent seven years working in Hudson Valley real estate, investing, renovating, and selling properties throughout the area. That experience continues to influence the way he approaches design, with a strong understanding of how homes should not only look beautiful, but support real life too. It also shaped the way he thinks about long-term value, and how thoughtful, lasting design choices can deeply impact the way a home feels and evolves over time.
He’s especially drawn to homes that feel personal, slightly imperfect, and collected naturally over time. Outside of design, he’s happiest hunting for vintage rugs he absolutely does not have room for, visiting wineries and antique shops, working in his flower garden, or spending a Saturday outdoors with his six-year-old son. He’s also the kind of person who will notice the lighting in a restaurant before the menu 👀
Within the studio, Garrett is passionate about materials, vintage finds, problem solving, and helping clients feel calm and supported throughout the process. His goal is simple: creating homes that feel warm, personal, and genuinely reflective of the people living in them.
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