
Welcome to Syndicate, a full-service, woman-owned interior design firm specializing in immersive, story-driven design. We craft memorable spaces that not only look exceptional but resonate with purpose and character, making each project truly unforgettable. As a boutique-sized firm, we pride ourselves on our nimble, adaptable approach, allowing us to work fluidly across project sizes without ever compromising on quality or creativity.
Our team is imaginative yet grounded, confident yet adaptable. We dive deeply into each project’s unique story, blending creativity with rigorous planning to bring spaces to life that are both functional and inspiring. Driven by curiosity and a commitment to pushing boundaries, we approach every project with a solution-focused mindset, collaborating with our clients and partners to create spaces that connect, inspire, and endure.
Design Beyond Boundaries



How It All Started

Syndicate was founded in 2010 by Melissa Salamoff, whose award-winning work has pushed the boundaries of innovation and impactful design. Melissa’s background in hospitality design—shaping bespoke hotels, restaurants, and retail spaces—established Syndicate's approach to weaving purpose and storytelling into each project. Her early experiences working in highly collaborative environments emphasized the value of blending unique perspectives to create spaces with meaningful resonance.
Today, Syndicate’s work spans hospitality, commercial, multifamily, and mixed-use spaces, from new construction to adaptive reuse. Collaboration is at the core of every project, as we work alongside architects, engineers, artists, and technologists to bring diverse insights to our designs. Our projects are highly unique and always driven by a strong narrative at their core.
The Creatives


Melissa Salamoff
Founder/Principal


Vanessa Deras
Senior Designer


Karissa Tolle
Project Lead


Dylan Wakelin
Creative Lead


Bianca Costa
Designer

Pre-Development Evaluation
Concept Design
Space Planning
Programming
Workplace Design
Interior Architecture
Brand Design
Construction Documents
FF&E Selection & Procurement
Project Management
3D Rendering & Virtual Reality
Permit Submittal
Project Administration
Our Core Services
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Pre-Development Evaluation
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Concept Design
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Space Planning
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Programming
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Workplace Design
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Interior Architecture
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Brand Design
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Construction Documents
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FF&E Selection and Procurement
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3D Renderings & VR
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Project Management
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Permit Submittal
Pre-Development Evaluation
Concept Design
Space Planning
Programming
Workplace Design
Interior Architecture
Brand Design
Construction Documents
FF&E Selection & Procurement
Project Management
3D Rendering & Virtual Reality
Permit Submittal
Project Administration
Our Core Services
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"Melissa and her design team are great collaborators. Their hands-on approach to working with owners as well as consultant teams delivers beautiful and responsive interior designs.
Yu-Ming Wei - HED Architecture; Principal
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"Melissa and Karissa spearheaded the design for the renovation of the 7th floor interior and exterior amenity space for us at Nari in Koreatown. As part of a 10 million renovation, their design laid the foundation for an amazing transformation of the space. Their vision created a “staycation” for our residents."
Roni Marquez - Harbor Group; VP of Construction Management
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"In working with Design Syndicate, Melissa Salomoff and team in various multifamily projects has been a “renaissance” of intuitive thinking, design creativity and awesome collaboration!
The conceptualization process is what I have enjoyed the most based on clear concepts that would lead to great spaces to live in and experience. Their formula for design is intuitive connected to both the architect’s and client’s vision resulting in successful design."
David Gonzalez -AC Martin Associate Principal
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
“Melissa Salamoff has been one of the most stable and reliable members of our design team for years. She never ceases to amaze us with her progressive and creative ideas, work ethics and commitment to perfection.”
Shane Astani - Astani Enterpises
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
“Melissa and her designers are always searching for interesting style, tone, texture, and trends that drive her material selections, so the building looks fresh upon delivery, but will maintain such feeling for years to come.”
Michael Schwartzman - Principal at DevelUp Inc.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"Your ability to understand and interpret our ideas has been instrumental in translating our concepts into the final designs. While we had a clear direction and strong involvement in the design decisions, your team’s collaborative approach and responsiveness were key in ensuring that our vision was realized effectively."
Helio Developments
Featured Clients
Aimco
Astani Enterprises
Aszkenazy Developments
Awesomeness TV
Ayzenberg Group
Barbara Pressman PR
Boswell Construction
Cal Am Design
California Personal Injury Attorneys
Cal State Northridge*
Camden Securities
Chelsea
Congregation Or Ami Temple
Consensus Push, Inc.
Creature Features
Crespi Carmelite High School
DIJ Group
Douglas Emmett
Dr. Michael Ross
DSE Electric
El Dorado Lofts
Elk Developments
Farmers Insurance
Fresh Kutz
Harbor Group International
Harridge Development Group
Helio
HPG Management
Holly Street Wealth
Impact Housing
Innovative Housing Opportunities
Jamison Services, Inc
Jensen & Partners
JPA Strategies Group
LA County Department of Public Works
Laguna Point
Lincoln Property Company
Long Beach Transit
Mata Construction
Motion Picture Industry Pension & Health Plans
Norco College*
Piolin
Proto Homes
Rick Ramirez VP of Target Marketing Warner Brothers
Roundhouse
Rowan Lofts
R.W. Selby
Santa Clara County Library District
Santa Monica Big Blue Bus*
Sharp Electronics
Simpson, Gumpertz & Herger*
San Saba
Suncoast
TruAmerica
TGP Landscape Architects
Univision
Verity Health
Wood Partners
*Designed while at a different firm
Aimco
Astani Enterprises
Aszkenazy Developments
Awesomeness TV
Ayzenberg Group
Barbara Pressman PR
Boswell Construction
Cal Am Design
Camden Securities
Chelsea Development
Consensus Push, Inc.
Creature Features
Douglas Emmett
DSE Electric
El Dorado Lofts
Elk Developments
Harbor Group International
Harridge Development Group
Helio
HPG Management
Holly Street Wealth
Impact Housing
Innovative Housing Opportunities
Jamison Services, Inc
Jensen & Partners
JPA Strategies Group
LA County Department of Public Works
Laguna Point
Lincoln Property Company
Long Beach Transit
Mata Construction
Motion Picture Industry Pension & Health Plans
Pacifica Host Hotels
Piolin
Proto Homes
Rick Ramirez VP of Target Marketing Warner Brothers
Roundhouse
Rowan Lofts
R.W. Selby
Santa Clara County Library District
Sharp Electronics
Suncoast
TruAmerica
Univision
Wood Partners
Our Core Services
Pre-Development Evaluation
Concept Design
Space Planning
Programming
Workplace Design
Interior Architecture
Brand Design
Construction Documents
FF&E Selection & Procurement
Project Management
3D Rendering & Virtual Reality
Permit Submittal
Project Administration
