When? tiffany woodson By the time she was six, she already had a decorator’s eye, and was happily rearranging pieces in the family home. She would ask her father to push the sofa to the other side of the room, and then move the lamps and picture frames around in an artful manner. “I got a lot of satisfaction every time we implemented a new layout,” says Woodson. “The fact that no one ever told me it looked terrible or disagreed with my direction gave me a sense of confidence, and I didn’t give up.”
When Woodson was 18, she went to work for an interior designer in California. She was responsible for ordering furniture for the storefront and putting together vignettes as inspiration for customers. He was asked to open another studio, but decided to relocate to Texas and pursue his design education instead.
In 2011 he founded his own Dallas-based firm, Ink + Oro CreativesThis memorable nickname refers to the blending of the precision of architectural “ink” with the expressive richness of decorative “oro” (gold). Whether she envisions a boutique hospitality setting or a commercial space, Woodson brings this signature approach to all projects.
Woodson has deftly paired luxurious finishes with a curated collection of furniture, art and accessories to create layered, immersive environments that feel elevated but still deeply personal. She uses both local culture and locations around the world to present a distinctive style.
Despite having so many potential concepts to choose from in her imagination, Woodson allows everything to unfold naturally without rushing the process. “The ideas that come to my mind are never recorded,” she says. “They live in a constant loop until I find a way to materialize them in real life.”
Today, Tiffany Woodson joins us friday five,
Photo: Tiffany Woodson
1. French Press Coffee at Home
I drink a French press coffee every day in Dallas, usually made by my wonderful husband Darren. It’s a small pleasure that wakes me up, gives me time to plan my thoughts for the day and catch up with my family before work starts (sometimes I start responding to our East Coast office as early as 7:00 am). I love that Darren and I buy coffee beans, we test different brands from regions around the world, grind the beans and boil water. Rituals are nice and finding favorite flavors and brands is fun.
Photo: Tiffany Woodson
2. Hang out
One of my favorite ways to get inspired and strategize is to walk outside. Sunshine, or pleasant mornings, generally good weather, are all a great start to a nice walk. I love seeing new buildings and construction around the neighborhood. I enjoy looking at landscaping and the ways people create curb appeal – I get a lot of inspiration through looking at real life versions of various plantings, house facades, outdoor lighting, etc.
Photo: Tiffany Woodson
3. Retail Therapy
I must say I’m not a huge shopper, yet as a former furniture salesman and having previously worked in fashion and beauty early in my career, I love retailing and seeing how it is set up. I could browse department stores for hours. One of my favorites is Saks Fifth Avenue, New York – it has lots of lines of couture, fashion and beauty set out in an open floor plan. I am inspired by how fashion brands transform their clothing directly into their vignettes and influenced by the retail design and creation of these “pop-ups”. Fashion moves fast and it is important to watch the trends. I like to incorporate it all and create an overarching idea or thesis on what I see in retail and track it down as an idea to implement it into smaller nuances with the interior.
Photo: Tiffany Woodson
4. Fresh flowers
Making fresh flower arrangements as a hobby of mine is a way to express myself at home. A layer of flowers adds a feeling of warmth and hospitality to any space. The smell alone makes my day better, especially that of white roselilies. I find this freeing, it doesn’t have to be fancy or “nice”, it just needs to be something to liven up your space and match your mood for the week. When autumn comes I decorate it depending on the colors and materials available, the same applies for summer and spring.
Photo: Tiffany Woodson
5. Cloth
The fabric is sometimes the “mother fabric” for the entire design. We can see a story, a theme or a concept in the same textile. Clustering different scales of patterns and colorways in a minimalist or maximalist approach often begins planning the design of a lobby, a room, a restaurant. Textile designers spend a lot of time designing these fabrics, I love showcasing them in unique ways and seeing them come to life in a design.
Work by Tiffany Woodson and INK + ORO Creative:
picture: Aaron Dougherty
Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas
INK + ORO designed, with French inspiration, both men’s and women’s restrooms at the 2024 Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas.
picture: robert tsai
Potomac Street Residence, Dallas
This private residence brings together classical balance and contemporary refinement through a layering of materials, textures and details. The center of the space is anchored by a dramatic feature wall, framing a fireplace in a timeless herringbone pattern. The surrounding archways provide softness and architectural rhythm.
picture: Cole Horchler
8119 douglas
A high-rise building in Dallas’ most prestigious school district, this property was created to meet new norms and raise the bar for ultra-luxury apartment rentals, and features a sophisticated palette.
picture: Cole Horchler
Devon, Maryland
INK+ORO designed sleek yet comfortable common spaces at The Devon, a luxury multifamily community in Hyattsville, Maryland. Devon offers a robust suite of accommodation and facilities, including coworking spaces and attractive lounge areas.
picture: Margaret Rose Photography
9999 Bal Harbor
Completed in 2024 and located in Miami’s prestigious Bal Harbor neighborhood, this private residence has an intense atmosphere that evokes emotions and makes a lasting impression.
