We’re passionate about creating beautiful, functional, feel-good spaces.
At BrightHive, we believe your surroundings shape your sense of well-being. A thoughtfully designed space doesn’t just serve you, it sees you. It supports your rhythms, reflects your story, and makes room for your growth. Our mission is to bring order, beauty, and joy to every environment, helping people live more comfortably, intentionally, and freely. This work is our love letter to humanity: holistic design that honors your story and elevates your every day. We blend artistry with organization, intuition with structure, and sustainability with style to create spaces that both look and feel extraordinary.
Who We Are
Based in Portland, Oregon, BrightHive is a woman-owned full-service interior design and organization studio dedicated to transforming homes, offices, and commercial spaces through mindful, meaningful design. Our talented team brings together designers, project managers, organizers, contractors, and stylists to craft cohesive environments rooted in function, flow, and feeling. From strategic planning and remodeling to styling, curation, and installation, we handle every detail with creativity, care, and collaboration.
We primarily serve the Portland Metro, Beaverton, Clackamas County, and Vancouver areas, but we love to travel and bring our joyful, grounded approach to clients everywhere.
Our Values
Integrity & Care: We treat every client, space, and belonging with respect and compassion.
Sustainability: We prioritize local sourcing, vintage and upcycled materials, and eco-conscious solutions.
Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity, individuality, and connection in every form.
Professionalism: We’re licensed, insured, and committed to excellence in every detail.
Enthusiastically Pet-Friendly: We love our furry collaborators and usually have treats in our pockets for them!
Our Team
Brooke Alley, CEO + Creative Director
Brooke has been transforming spaces for as long as she can remember; what began as rearranging her childhood bedroom evolved into a nearly 20-year career creating meaningful, functional environments that help people feel and live better.
With a background in project management and a deep passion for function and flow, Brooke brings a strategic, intuitive, and holistic approach to every project. Her work blends aesthetics with purpose, crafting sustainable systems, curated displays, and personalized design solutions that reflect each client’s life and style.
A lifelong gardener and botanical enthusiast, Brooke infuses her interiors with natural harmony and biophilic principles. Her love for plants runs deep, passed down from generations of talented gardeners—many of her own houseplants have been thriving for decades. She believes in the healing intelligence of nature and the transformative power of an intentional, curated, well-designed space.
Lyla Ashford, Designer + Project Manager
Lyla has been passionate about functional, beautiful spaces since childhood. What began as daydreams about decorating her own room grew into a lifelong love of design, organization, and thoughtful living. Over the years, she’s worked as a professional organizer, project and design assistant, gaining a deep understanding of how homes function, and how to make them work better for the people who live in them. Through these experiences, Lyla discovered her calling: helping people simplify, reimagine, and reconnect with their environments. She believes that considered curation and intentional design are essential not just for creating beautiful spaces, but for supporting mental well-being and ease of living.
Originally from California and raised in Oregon, Lyla brings a Pacific Northwest sensibility to her work, blending warmth, creativity, and a love of vintage charm. She has a gift for curating and styling meaningful collections and treasures, with a special affinity for vintage furniture and décor.
When she’s not transforming spaces, you’ll find her reading, gardening, thrifting, painting, or spending time with her three beloved cats. With her blend of hands-on experience, creativity, and care, Lyla helps clients create spaces that are not only organized and functional — but genuinely loved.
Dave Roulo, Designer + Art & Illustration Director
Dave brings over two decades of world-class design experience and a deep appreciation for mid-century architecture, fine art, and timeless craftsmanship. With a background leading creative direction for global brands like Nike and Under Armour, he has honed a rare ability to blend conceptual artistry with functional design—bridging precision, storytelling, and style in every project he touches.
At BrightHive, Dave draws on his extensive experience in industrial and product design to bring visual balance, material intelligence, and refined creativity to interiors, installations, and art direction. His thoughtful eye for proportion and detail allows him to elevate spaces into cohesive works of art that reflect both beauty and intention. Known for his collaborative spirit and supportive leadership, Dave’s design philosophy centers on creating meaningful, human-centered environments that inspire daily life. His background in innovation, color theory, and systems design informs BrightHive’s holistic approach—where function and feeling coexist seamlessly.
Outside of the studio, Dave is often sketching, exploring Portland’s rich architectural landscape, or curating his own evolving collection of mid-century furniture and art.
Michelle Williams, Operations Manager
Michelle brings structure, strategy, and a touch of wit to everything she does. As BrightHive’s Operations Manager and resident Label Maestro, she keeps the team flowing smoothly by refining internal systems, optimizing communication, and creating processes that make day-to-day operations effortless.
With a background in preventive medicine and healthcare research, Michelle has a deep understanding of how small systems lead to big improvements—whether in population health or a bustling creative studio. She earned her degree from the OHSU/PSU School of Public Health, where she focused on Health Sciences and Community Health Education, and she’s currently pursuing her Master’s in Public Health.
Driven by curiosity and care, Michelle is passionate about efficiency, implementation, and the intersection between wellness and organization. Outside of work, you’ll find her baking, paddleboarding, or diving into creative projects
Taylor Spencer, Project Assistant
Taylor is the heart of many BrightHive projects, bringing enthusiasm, humor, and care to everything she does. With a background in real estate, event planning, and client relations, she keeps projects organized, communication flowing, and energy high. Her genuine warmth and quick wit make her a favorite among clients, contractors, and team members alike.
Whether she’s coordinating installs, managing logistics, or ensuring that every last detail runs smoothly, Taylor approaches each task with positivity and care. She has an intuitive ability to connect with people (and their pets!), helping clients feel seen, supported, and excited throughout every stage of the transformation process.
A creative problem solver with an eye for detail, Taylor thrives in dynamic environments where no two days are the same. Her strong background in real estate gives her a unique understanding of how people live and move through space, making her an invaluable part of BrightHive’s mission to create homes and workspaces that truly feel good to be in.