Faded Green Design Studio · Lauren Atlas

Lauren Atlas, founder of Faded Green Design Studio

Hi, I'm Lauren.

About the Designer

A creative at heart, gathering inspiration from nature.

Hey there — I'm Lauren Atlas, the founder of Faded Green Design Studio in Matthews, NC.

I studied Interior Design at Purdue University, earning my Bachelor of Arts and LEED AP certification along the way — both reflecting a long-standing commitment to sustainable, considered design. Most recently, I became a Certified Immersion Pattern Designer, continuing to explore new creative paths.

My work lives at the intersection of interior design, pattern design, and original art — three threads I weave together to help homes feel quietly, beautifully like the people who live in them.

Education B.A., Purdue

Certified LEED AP

Specialty Pattern Design + Fabric Gift Wrap

Our Story

How Faded Green came to be.

Something unexpectedly beautiful came from the chapter of my life when I chose to stay home and raise my kids.

Shortly after entering the residential world of interior design, I got married and started having kids. I chose to stay home and raise them — it had always been a dream of mine. But who knew something quietly beautiful would grow from that chapter?

When other moms found out I was an interior designer, the conversations never stopped. They needed quick, detailed, small-scale solutions and didn't know where to turn. Overwhelmed by choices, balancing family life, and not wanting to spend a fortune — I knew that feeling. My husband and I did everything in our own house ourselves.

I heard each of you. So Faded Green is the answer: a budget-friendly place where a creative professional will sit down with you for a color consultation, materials selection, or simply a walk-through full of ideas and what to prioritize first.

Already have a contractor you love? Perfect — I'll be the design support behind your project. Want custom wallpaper, fabric, or art? Whatever creative problem you're facing, no matter how small, Faded Green Design Studio is up for the challenge.

Creatively yours,
Faded Green

Why Faded Green

A different kind of design partner.

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No required markups

Unlike most designers, I don't require you to purchase products through me. Once we find what you're looking for, you buy directly from the source. You're paying for time and taste — never for inflated retail.

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Built for real budgets

A flat $50/hour after our consultation. Phased projects, single rooms, one decision you can't make — there's no minimum and no spend you have to commit to. Real design help, no matter how small the question.

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Plays well with your team

Already have a contractor you love? Wonderful. I'll be the design support behind their work — coordinating selections, drawings, and details so the whole project comes together cleanly.

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Custom creative on request

Pattern design, custom wallpaper, fabric, commissioned art — these are part of the practice, not an upcharge surprise. If your home needs something that doesn't exist yet, we'll make it.

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LEED-accredited & sustainable

I earned my LEED AP credential because sustainability has always mattered to me. That mindset shows up quietly in every recommendation — long-lasting materials, considered sourcing, less waste.

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Honest, end to end

Not happy at any point? Tell me. We'll fix it, or you can step away — only paying for the work already done. I never want you to feel stuck.

Services & Booking

Pick a starting place.

Whether you need a single conversation or a creative partner through every phase, every project starts the same way — with a chat to make sure we're a good fit for each other.

— The Faded Green Promise

Unlike many designers, I do not require you to purchase products and materials through me. Once I find what you're looking for, you're welcome to purchase directly from the store or website. There are no markups — you are strictly paying for my hourly service.

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Complimentary Phone Call

Free· 15 min

Are we a good fit? A short call to chat through your project. "I already have a contractor I love." "I'm doing this myself and just need guidance." "I have ten things to do and need to prioritize." Bring it all.

Initial Consultation

$175· up to 2 hrs

A site visit and assessment, not to exceed two hours. We'll discuss the project and your personal style at length, take photos, make sketches, and measure if needed. Non-refundable.

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Hourly Design Support

$50· per hour

Every hour after our initial consultation. Product research, materials selection, drawings & sketches, pattern design, commissioned art, video calls, text & email questions during the project, and any extra site visits.

If you're not satisfied at any time during the project, I'd rather you tell me — and I'll do my best to fix whatever you're not happy with. If we end up not being a good fit, you can cancel hourly services, paying only for the work already completed, and continue on your own or with another designer. I never want you to feel stuck or unhappy.

The Art Shop

Original works & patterns.

Everything below is hand-drawn or hand-built by Lauren — fine art prints, surface patterns sold by the yard, and made-to-order wallpaper. Tap any piece to inquire or purchase.

Sea Rose

Original · Pencil & Ink

$85

Outer Banks Wildflower

Pattern · Wallpaper / Yardage

$48 / yd

Outer Banks Shell Stripe

Pattern · Wallpaper / Yardage

$48 / yd

Shells and stripes pattern in navy and copper

Shells & Stripes

Pattern · Wallpaper / Yardage

$58 / yd

Custom
Commission

Made for Your Space

Custom Commission

Original · Made to Order

From $250

Custom
Pattern

Designed For You

Custom Pattern Design

Pattern · Made to Order

From $400

Looking for a piece in a specific size or colorway?

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Quiet design, gathered from nature.

A creative at heart, gathering inspiration from nature.

How Faded Green came to be.

A whole-home transformation.