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Shannon, founder and principal designer of Oaked Interiors, believes great design begins with purpose. Raised in Cabin John, Maryland, her passion for craftsmanship was shaped by her father, a stone mason who spent weekends exploring flea markets and antique shows with her. He taught her to recognize the beauty in forgotten pieces and restore them for modern living. Later, while renovating her first home in Washington, D.C., he passed on hands-on construction skills—from demolition and carpentry to masonry, tile, flooring, and finishing—giving Shannon a deep understanding of how beautiful spaces are thoughtfully built.
Today, Shannon combines that foundation with a passion for sustainability, wellness, and timeless design. She specializes in transforming outdated interiors into warm, functional spaces that feel collected over time by blending vintage finds with clean, modern design. She also partners with homeowners from the earliest stages of new construction, creating homes that feel welcoming, layered, and deeply personal from the moment the keys are handed over. Her work emphasizes natural materials, low-VOC products, organic textures, calming color palettes, and enduring design choices that reduce waste and move beyond passing trends.
Inspired by her father's lifelong curiosity and strong work ethic, Shannon is committed to continually expanding her knowledge of design, construction, and healthy living environments. In addition to thoughtfully designed residences, Oaked Interiors partners with hospitality and retail clients to create memorable, experience-driven environments that are both beautiful and highly functional. Through every project, Shannon honors craftsmanship, celebrates natural beauty, and designs spaces that enrich everyday life.
Favorite Color: Green
Favorite City: New York
Favorite Season: Autumn
Principal & lead Designer
Shannon Bortnick
Our Team
Sara joined Oaked Interiors in 2026, bringing a thoughtful blend of creativity, technical expertise, and exceptional organization to the team. Growing up in Baltimore as a first-generation Persian American, she learned to embrace life's challenges with resilience, curiosity, and determination—qualities that continue to shape her approach to design. After earning a degree in Computer Science from UMBC and working as a software engineer, Sara discovered her passion for interior design, where she found the perfect balance between analytical thinking and creative expression. She has a remarkable eye for combining colors and brings a contagious zest for life, positive attitude, and creative energy to every project she touches.
Sara's strong work ethic, meticulous attention to detail, technical drafting and rendering skills, project management expertise, and natural creative partnership with Principal Designer Shannon Bortnick help ensure every project is thoughtfully executed, beautifully designed, and delivered with exceptional care from concept to completion.
Favorite Color: Pink
Favorite City: London
Favorite Season: Winter
Project Manager
Sara Masoudi-Grasso
Eddie Busi remains a part of every project at Oaked Interiors. As Shannon's father, mentor, and first construction teacher, he taught her that there isn't a problem that can't be solved, to never "half ass anything," and to always "do it right the first time." Whether they were renovating homes, hunting through antique markets for timeless pieces, or laughing their way through demolition—where he affectionately nicknamed her "Old Crazy Hammer"—Eddie showed her that craftsmanship, character, and a good sense of humor belong in every space.
Oaked Interiors is named in his honor, combining his name, Ed, with his lifelong appreciation for beautiful antique oak furniture. Though he is no longer with us, his lessons continue to guide every decision, reminding the team to build thoughtfully, design with purpose, and create spaces that are meant to be loved for generations.
Favorite Color: Blue
Favorite City: Cabin John
Favorite Season: Autumn
Inspiration 1945-2015