About Us
Informed thinking. Intentional design.
We believe great design starts with attentive listening.
Listen. Understand. Solve.
At Seventh Spectrum Studios, we take the time to understand what matters most to our client and their project—both the priorities that are clearly stated and the ones that may not be spoken yet. We ask thoughtful questions and look beyond the obvious to understand the goals, challenges, and vision behind the space.
Our experience allows us to anticipate challenges and find thoughtful solutions that balance design with function, budget, schedule, and the realities of construction.
From early planning and space strategy through design, documentation, construction, and completion of the project, we stay engaged in the decisions and details that shape the final result.
Architect: Mente Sowell | Photo: P3 & Armstrong | Art: Austin Handlettering
The Woman Behind the Company
Angela Peterson is a Registered Interior Designer with more than 30 years of commercial interior design and management experience in the Austin market. She has led projects from initial visioning through completion across corporate, higher education, hospitality, nonprofit, healthcare, and government environments.
Angela was named one of the International Interior Design Association's "Top 10 to Watch" in recognition of her design expertise and commitment to community involvement. She is also a LEED Accredited Professional with an Interior Design and Construction specialty (LEED AP ID+C).
Experience is the foundation. Thoughtful design is the result.
The Story Behind the Name
In the 17th century, Sir Isaac Newton's famous prism experiments demonstrated that white light could be separated into a visual spectrum of only six colors. Through much further study, Newton identified a seventh color—indigo.
That idea inspired the name Seventh Spectrum Studios. Indigo was always present, but it wasn't immediately seen.
We approach design in much the same way: looking beyond the obvious to uncover possibilities and solutions that may not be immediately apparent.
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