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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

The Venue Clubroom, an amenity space focused on relaxation and tenant interaction.
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How It All Started

The Syndicate group photo in black and white

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

A Multi-family lobby interior inspired by and for commuters.

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
  • Pre-Development Evaluation

  • Concept Design

  • Space Planning

  • Programming

  • Workplace Design

  • Interior Architecture

  • Brand Design

  • Construction Documents

  • FF&E Selection and Procurement

  • 3D Renderings & VR

  • Project Management

  • 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

We are committed to creating timeless and functional spaces, collaborating closely with you to ensure your ideas flourish.

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

A Multi-family lobby interior inspired by and for commuters.
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