Our Story

Some people are born into design; others find it. For Robyn Branch, it was both. Raised in North Carolina by furniture store owners, her earliest memories are not of dolls and playgrounds, but of patterns, textures, and the hum of possibility that filled the air at the High Point International Market. She was five years old the first time she attended — a wide-eyed child absorbing the energy of the world’s design capital, unknowingly stepping into the path that would become her life’s work.

Before founding her acclaimed design firm in 2007 on the shores of Amelia Island, Robyn explored the arts through theatre and fashion, sharpening her eye for storytelling, layering, and drama. That artful foundation became the backbone of her work — the stage set became the room, the costume became the curated interior, and every project became a new act in an ever-evolving creative journey.

Robyn Branch Design is now recognized as one of the premier design firms in the Southeast, with projects spanning from Charleston, SC  to Charlotte, NC and throughout the country and even the Caribbean. Her Amelia Island studio and by-appointment-only showroom is where the magic begins, but her design sense is anything but confined to a single place. Whether it’s a historic home begging to be honored or a sleek oceanfront retreat asking for a modern twist, Robyn listens — to the view, to the client, and to the untold story of each space.  "Honoring a client's past is their heart and defining their future is a profound task that touches their imagination and emotional ties to their homes.

Fearless and fluid, she is known for her flexibility, her vast international resource list, and the elite team of artisans and craftsmen she calls her “A Team.” Together, they create homes that are not only beautiful but personal — sanctuaries that reflect how her exclusive clients truly live. Her clients often return for second, even third homes, knowing Robyn will always deliver something new, tailored, and unexpected.  The understanding that her clients are busy creating their empires wanting privacy and comfortable luxury without the worry of time spent away from their everyday lives is her number one talent.  Every detail is taken care of at RBD.

With credentials like Aging in Place and Associate ASID Member, she brings depth and foresight to every design. And with licenses in real estate and general contracting in Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina, her firm offers a full-spectrum, design-build approach that makes the impossible feel effortless. From finding the perfect property to designing and delivering a truly custom home, Robyn’s team does it all — seamlessly.  Her best result is a Mountain house/Beach house delivery!  Robyn especially treasures projects that involve historic preservation, where stories are layered in plaster and time. Her respect for the past and eye for the future come together here in ways that feel almost cinematic — always grounded in craftsmanship, always finished with soul.

Behind the accolades of design awards, collaborations and magazine features is a woman who quietly mentors emerging designers, who believes deeply in collaboration, and who trusts the power of beauty to change how we live. She’s participated in showhouses for charity, shaped private homes across coastlines, and is always on the move.  “I surround myself with the best people,” Robyn says. “Every elevated project is different and that’s the fun — the constant learning, the surprises, and the trust that clients place in us to bring their dream to life.  It's such an honor and the relationships are golden!"  And that’s exactly what she does. One room, one relationship, one beautifully designed life at a time.