About

Watts & Dray is a Luxury Interior Design Studio based in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Founded in 2022 by Vanessa Watts and Erika Dray, the studio is earning cult status by redefining aspirational luxury. Watts & Dray creates hospitality spaces with the contemporary traveler in mind, valuing sophistication and experience over ornament. With an impressive portfolio spanning resorts, casinos, nightclubs, and restaurants, the studio’s innovative designs are making an impact on iconic hospitality destinations around the world.

Vanessa Watts and Erika Dray launched Watts & Dray to create delightful hospitality spaces. The studio opened in 2022 with a project to design a one-of-a-kind supper club in San Diego's vibrant Gaslamp District. This project defined their studio’s north star: to craft exceptional spaces that leave a lasting impression while enhancing revenue for their clients through captivating design.

Specializing in full-service hospitality design, Watts & Dray offers a comprehensive range of services, including interior design, furniture design, art curation, branding, and design styling. It is the mission of the studio to push the boundaries of design and create environments that inspire and captivate. From luxurious resorts to cutting-edge nightclubs, their portfolio reflects a commitment to excellence and an ability to deliver outstanding results. With each project, Watts & Dray continues to redefine industry standards and shape the future of luxury design around the world. Watts & Dray is a certified Woman-Owned Business in New York.