RESTORATIVE DESIGN ™
We Craft living and workplace experiences that nourish the soul and well-being of the exceptional.
FOR A BETTER HUMAN EXPERIENCE
OUR MISSION
Design isn’t just about beauty — it’s about impact.
At Mercedes Quintanilla Design Studio (MQDS), we craft living and workplace experiences that replenish energy, restore balance, and elevate how extraordinary leaders live and lead.
We design around people — their needs, behaviors, and purpose.
We integrate ergonomic and sensory principles with smart technology to support well-being.
Spaces engineered to empower clarity, leadership, and results.
Beauty elevated — inspired by nature, informed by science, designed to inspire.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
By seamlessly integrating human-centered, biophilic, and ergonomic design principles, we craft environments that restore balance, elevate performance, and enrich everyday living. Our proven 15-step project management process ensures every project exceeds expectations and drives lasting success.
OUR DESIGN PRINCIPLES
Human-Centered Strategy
Aesthetic Intelligence
Restorative Functionality
Performance-Driven Design
WHO WE SERVE
Based in Atlanta, GA, and El Salvador, we work with extraordinary professionals, executives, and business owners — visionary leaders building, investing, or retreating in El Salvador to create lasting impact and legacy.
Whether transforming an existing home or designing a new build, we create environments that support well-being and empower our clients — and those they lead and inspire — to thrive.
WORK WITH US
The Studio Experience
At Mercedes Quintanilla Design Studio, we bring our signature design approach to life through white-glove service that’s seamless, intentional, and deeply personalized.
You won’t have to lift a finger — except to open the door to a space that’s been fully transformed for you.
Effortless for you. Transformational by design.
Ready to begin?
What to Expect
Seamless Collaboration
From the very first conversation, our focus is on you — understanding your unique needs, preferences, and vision. Together, we’ll create an experience that aligns with your brand identity or lifestyle. We’re not just your designers; we’re your trusted partners every step of the way.
While you provide the direction, we manage the details. Every decision, follow-up, and step is carefully handled by our team, ensuring the process flows effortlessly. You can trust us to take care of the heavy lifting, allowing you to stay focused on what matters most: your success.
The MQDS Difference
Design is not just what we do — it's how we elevate lives.
At MQDS, we blend beauty with purpose to create spaces that empower high-performers who demand more. Our human-centered approach, grounded in strategy and empathy, ensures every project enhances functionality, well-being, and human experience.
READY TO BEGIN YOUR EXPERIENCE?
Your complimentary 15 min discovery video call is the first step toward a space that fully supports your life and success. If aligned, you may reserve The Executive Clarity Session — a focused, 2-hour paid consultation where we clarify your goals, identify what’s not working, and define a clear path forward.