A full-service design firm based in Dallas, Texas by Bridget Santos

Influencing tomorrow's world through thoughtful and innovative design

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Featured Projects

Wheelhouse - Cover 2 Capital
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Wheelhouse, Mixed-Used Developemnt

The project will include 277 apartments, 15 townhomes, three-level structured parking, and more than 10,000 sf of retail.

Designed by Emerson James for Cover2 Capital
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Modern Corporate Headquarters
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Fort Worth Public Market

$50M Historic Restoriation Project in Fort Worth that will will transform the area on the edge of Downtown into a vibrant hub celebrating local culture and cuisine.

Designed by Emerson James for Wilks Development Partners
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Kenwood
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Kenwood, Spec Home

A beautiful new spec home in Lakewood, Dallas, Texas. Including 5 beds and 6 baths on 4,452 sqft.

Designed by Emerson James for Private Residence
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In The Press

Wilks Development News | April 2025

Emerson James partners with Wilks Development who brings in Jenna Kinard to Launch Culinary Concepts Inside Fort Worth Public Market

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Wilks Development Portfolio | February 2024

The District at Willow Park: Emerson James Designs Mixed-Use Space

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Texas Real Estate Research Center | October 2024

$59M Tarrant County Mixed-Use Project Featuring Emerson James Design Moves Forward

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Emerson James Studio with materials library

About Emerson James

Emerson James is a full-service interior design firm based in Dallas, Texas, founded by Bridget Santos. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, our team specializes in creating sophisticated, functional spaces for both commercial clients and residential homeowners.

We approach each project with a dedication to understanding our clients' vision, needs, and aspirations, resulting in spaces that are not only aesthetically stunning but also perfectly tailored to their purpose.

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DesignMuse Podcast

Jan 29, 2025
1hr 11 min

Ep.1 | How We Met Our Muse

Bridget Santos and Melanie N. Hanna introduce the ethos of DESIGN MUSE Podcast. .

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Mar 19, 2025
58 min

Ep. 2 | Kristina Fishcer: The Journey from Designer to Developer

DESIGN MUSE interviews Kristina Fischer, Development and Construction Manager for Toll Brothers Apartment Living.

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Apr 51, 2025
38 min

Ep.3 | RFI with Kristina Fisher

We dive into questions regarding common change orders in construction, how to prioritize budgets with time constraints, effective time management tools, and so much more!

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