Meet Casey Gerber | Interior Designer

We had the good fortune of connecting with Casey Gerber and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Casey, why did you decide to pursue a creative path?
I have always thought of myself as a mix between the left and right sides of the brain. Growing up, I loved taking art classes and working alongside creatives — whether that’s fellow designers, painters, carpenters, etc. However, I think that my real strength lies in translating creative ideas into meaningful action. Before going into interior design full-time, I worked in content design, which consisted of creating social and mobile gaming content strategies and then working with producers, engineers, and artists to execute that plan. As a result of my experience, I have a deep passion for problem-solving through design. Not only do I want to enhance my clients’ lives through my work, but I also want to do it in a way that feels unique and elevated.

What should our readers know about your business?
My partner Tarryn Maghen and I launched Two Tone Interiors right in the thick of Covid. At first, we were surprised by the enthusiasm we received during such a difficult time, but we quickly realized that people still wanted to feel a sense of beauty and light even through all of the darkness. Not to mention, everyone wanted their zoom backgrounds to be beautiful — whether it was for business meetings or virtual happy hours. The reason we launched our design business still holds true years later. Interior design can be perceived as intimidating and out of reach for most. We want to make the experience feel more fun and collaborative, like you are shopping with one of your best friends. We strive to ease the uncertainty and discomfort that comes with renovating one’s home and help clients convey their personal style through impactful design decisions. To be honest, every day presents its own set of challenges. Unforeseen issues arise with almost all projects, but through experience, we have learned how to adapt and provide solutions quickly.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Sometimes the best way to explore your own backyard is through the eyes of someone new. My ideal so-cal itinerary would start in Santa Barbara with various pit stops along PCH. Of course, there would be lots of delicious restaurants, stunning hotels, and boutiques along the way. First up, would be Clark’s Oyster Bar in Montecito for the freshest seafood and spiciest Blood Marys, followed by boutique hopping up and down Coast Village Road. For dinner, I would pop into Honor Bar for the Crispy Ding Sandwich, and while I waited, I would peruse the Honor Market next door for fun coffee table books and elevated kitchen essentials. As I head down the coast, I would stop in Summerland to peruse the home design stores like Field and Fort, Godmother’s and The Porch. Next, I would check out the Malibu Country Mart for even more shopping and margaritas at Cafe Habana, which feels like the quintessential “malibu” vibe — cool, yet casual. I would stay inside the malibu canyon at Calamigos Ranch and check out the local wineries. Cielo is a favorite and feels like you are in Italy. Now that I’m further inland, I would revisit my roots at Whizins Market Square for super unique antique finds. As I inched my way through LA traffic, I would seek refuge at the Proper Hotel in Santa Monica. Designed by Kelly Wearstler, the interiors are super chic and inspiring. For shopping, I would go to Nickey Kehoe, Lawson Fenning, Rolling Greens and the Platform in Culver City. My final two stops would be in Laguna Beach and San Diego. I would recommend walking through the galleries in Laguna and staying at The Surf and Sand resort. Lastly, I would end my trip on a luxurious note, basking in the sun at The Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San Diego.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
From a very young age, my grandmother would set up still lifes to paint, teach me to sew, and help me execute whatever creative endeavor I was interested in that week. Not only did she introduce me to art and design, but she also gave me the confidence to make it my career. Looking back, she probably didn’t really need the drawing instruction she would ask me for, but sought my advice in order to build me up. I think that a good mentor knows how to inspire others.

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Image Credits
Photos by Shelby Bourne
Designed by Two Tone Interiors