about us

what we believe

We believe that the home we live in and share with our friends and family should reflect our personal taste and style, and should be comfortable, functional, and inviting. We can help you create a home that perfectly reflects the most stylish and polished version of you!

The building and renovating process can be overwhelming and filled with large and small decisions. We believe that it is wise to invest in professional assistance to create a space with beautiful form, and practical function. We regularly collaborate with builders, contractors, painters, and other professionals to create your dream home!

Interior design is a process, and we are experts at managing all of the moving parts from start to finish.

Many of our clients choose to have us work with them from start to finish and handle the entire design process, from "Blueprints to Bath Towels". Our goal is to help you create a home that you love!

Founder | Design Principal, ASID Associate

Mikaelah Seifrit, ASID Associate, has over 20 years experience in every facet of the interior design, home renovation and building process, and she has an extensive background in the home furnishings industry as well. This includes: Working with Builders and Architects, Residential and Light Commercial Interior Design, Custom Furnishings and Visual Merchandising, and Corporate Level Training and Management in the Furniture Industry, as well as Real Estate. With her husband, Brian Seifrit, Mikaelah is mother of young adult boys, Bo and Joel. Residing in Bluffton SC with their rescue dogs, outside of work Mikaelah enjoys gardening, volunteering in her church, and exploring the outdoors and boating with her family. Mikaelah prioritizes God first, family second, career third and attributes these simple priorities to her continued success. Originally from the North Central region of West Virginia, over a decade ago Mikaelah integrated with her family into the Lowcountry region of South Carolina, and she adores the classic Southern charm that comes with it. Through Southern Grace Interiors, Mikaelah has created opportunities for other talented designers to be creative and collaborate in a positive workplace, toward a common goal of improving both homes and communities with excellence, compassion, and professionalism. She believes integrity and honesty lead to lasting business relationships.


mikaelah seifrit

Founder | Design Principal

SEIFRIT

Mikaelah

our team

Lead Interior Designer

With a Bachelors of Architecture from the University of Notre Dame and over a decade of experience in the architectural field, Erica brings both technical expertise and a creative eye to every project she takes on. Her background includes working on large-scale residential developments and crafting architectural design guidelines that shape entire communities. These experiences have given her a deep understanding of how great design can enhance everyday life, from the organization of a new neighborhood to the organization of cabinetry in a kitchen.

Over the years, she has had the privilege of working closely with clients to design spaces that are not only functional but truly reflect who they are. She believes that the best designs are created through careful listening and collaboration, and takes pride in translating each client's vision into a beautifully curated and personal space.

Originally from Virginia, she moved to South Carolina to be closer to family and now lives with her husband on a family farm in the Lowcountry. She is a proud mom of two wonderful children, and being a parent has only deepened her appreciation for creating warm, meaningful environments where families can thrive.

Erica Carter

Lead Interior Designer

Carter

Erica

Julia is an interior designer with a decade of experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from Texas State University. She began her career in luxury residential design before transitioning into commercial interiors with a portfolio that includes large-scale K–12 education projects, multifamily housing, and adaptive reuse developments. 
She has an specialized interest in historic preservation. Now residing in Bluffton, SC, Julia serves clients via Southern Grace Interiors in collaboration with the design team, both locally and nationally.

Outside of design, she enjoys staying active through golf, barre, Pilates, kickboxing, weight training, salsa dancing, jogging, and will frequently participate in local 5K events. She enjoys traveling both domestically and internationally, often drawing inspiration from restaurants and hospitality experiences. She has a particular fondness for afternoon tea and thoughtfully curated dining environments where design, ritual, and hospitality come together.

julia serrato

Interior Designer

Serrato

Julia

Stephanie has a Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design from Philadelphia University and a Master’s Degree in Historic Preservation from Savannah College of Art and Design, which is where she fell in love with the Lowcountry. She began her career in Commercial Interior Design in the NYC metro area before moving with her family to Bluffton to take advantage of Lowcountry living. Stephanie is an organization mastermind and loves coordinating all of the many moving parts of our design projects, behind the scenes. As our Operations Manager, she facilitates ordering, receiving, vendor relationships, and project tracking. Stephanie loves spending time with her family, visiting local historical sites, enjoying the outdoors, and decorating her newly-built home in Bluffton. She believes that good design should be available to everyone, and seeks to help create spaces that reflect the homeowner's lifestyle and personal taste through her work with Southern Grace Interiors.

Stephanie McCartney

Operations Manager | Lead Interior Designer

McCartney

Stephanie

Alexa “Lexi” Murray is an interior designer with a passion for creating beautiful, thoughtful, and inviting spaces. Lexi graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor’s degree in Furnishings and Interiors, where she developed her love for design and built a strong foundation in the field.

Originally from the small town of Effingham, Georgia, Lexi eventually made her way to Bluffton, South Carolina—a place that has always felt like home. Growing up, she frequently visited Bluffton for shopping and spent many summers enjoying the beaches of nearby Hilton Head Island. Now, she is excited to call the Lowcountry home and continue growing her career in the community she has loved for years.

Lexi especially enjoys curating colorful, coastal-inspired designs that feel both welcoming and reflective of the Lowcountry’s natural beauty. She also loves space planning, using thoughtful layouts and technical precision to create functional, beautiful, and livable spaces. Outside of her love for interior design, Lexi enjoys spending time with friends and family, trying new restaurants, visiting her old college town for football games, dancing, taking barre classes, shopping, golfing, spending time at the lake, and traveling. She draws inspiration from the places she visits, the people she meets, and the beauty found in everyday life—all of which continue to influence her approach to design.

Lexi Murray

Murray

Lexi

Interior Designer

Abbey graduated from Georgia Southern University with a bachelor’s degree in Interior Design. She began her career in Naples, Florida, where she gained experience designing country clubs and high-end residential homes. Through these years, she developed a strong understanding of material selection, the construction process, and working with people of different design styles and personalities. Ultimately, the Lowcountry felt more like home, so she joined the Southern Grace Interiors team.

In her spare time, Abbey can often be found at the beach, working out, exploring new places with friends and family, or relaxing at home with her two kitties. Abbey’s approach to home design centers around creating spaces that reflect the people who live in them. She believes that the environment where you spend the most time should be a true reflection of who you are and what brings you joy. She believes our surroundings deeply influence how we feel and how we show up in the world. This is why she is passionate about creating spaces that are not only beautiful but also functional, personal, and thoughtfully curated to fit each individual's lifestyle.

Abbey Tilghman

Interior Designer

Tilghman

Abbey

what makes us different

SERVICE BASED
BUSINESS

Service with excellence, and creative design perspective are what to expect from us.

EXPERT SELECTIONS

Choosing the perfect colors for your home décor can be intimidating. We make the process easy and fun!

HONEST AND TRANSPARENT DESIGN SERVICES

Our commitment to providing honest and transparent services ensures there will be no surprises when your bill arrives.

TRUSTED PARTNERS

We know where to find the best manufacturers, products, and value to save you time and money.

BESPOKE DRAPERY AND DECOR

Through our sister company, Grace Home Decor, we offer custom made drapes, furnishings, decorative accents and more.

EXPERIENCED TEAM

Our decades of experience enable us to serve you with excellence.