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Meet the women who are mastering the art of interior design
Interior design is an art form that transforms spaces into captivating environments. LL&A Interior Design has emerged as a trailblazer in this realm and 2024 celebrates LL&A’s 20th year in business.
At the helm of LL&A Interior Design are business partners Leslie Lewis and Tammy Randall, whose passion for design and a keen eye have propelled the business into prominence. Natives of New Albany, both women have been working together for over 18 years, but friends for much longer.
“We initially met through a group of mutual friends and our passion for trail riding,” explained Leslie, whose husband, Tommy, owns his own horse training business. “We’re fortunate to be able to weave our personal and professional lives together. We can hit the trails on our horses and also sit back and talk shop.”
LL&A’s team of 10 women are masters of the art of blending commercial and residential furnishings in the workplace. The company is a full-service design team that specializes in all facets of interior design. They believe that making the office comfortable and fun to be in has the added benefit of incentivizing employees to spend more time and be more engaged at work.
“I love how we get the opportunity to work with a variety of clients,” said Tammy. The company’s current big project is the renovation of the Elsby in downtown New Albany to become a Hilton Tapestry Hotel.
“Seeing this project come to life is absolutely a career highlight for me,” Leslie stated. “We are honored to be part of this legacy project.” The Elsby Hotel will include a speakeasy on the lower level, four food and beverage entities, and a rooftop lounge. The project is set to be completed in May 2025. Other recent notable projects include the new offices for The City of New Albany and the corporate offices at River Ridge Development Authority. Each project is a testament to the team’s commitment to excellence and the ability to tailor designs to suit varying tastes and preferences.
Leslie and Tammy find inspiration through their travels. While they believe in having fun with and being mindful of current design trends, they believe that designs should be classic and timeless. For anyone wanting to breathe life into their living space, Tammy explained, “A fresh coat of paint goes a long way. If you’re going to tie in a trend, do it in small ways where you can switch things up easily.”
This past year, LL&A won two awards for best interior design on multiple projects. “My work is my hobby,” said Leslie, explaining that she plans to see the company grow. “We are in the business of lifelong learning. Our projects will continue to evolve and it’s so exciting for us.”
“Making something out of nothing is the best part of what we do,” explained Tammy. “It’s always going to be our goal to make a space better than when we arrived.”
