Modern Matter Blog
Get to Know: Dunbar Road Design
Carla Fonts, founder of Dunbar Road Design, draws inspiration from her prestigious Cuban heritage. Raised in Palm Beach after her family's exile, she inherited a taste for luxury and detail. The grandeur of her grandmother's rented home on Dunbar Road profoundly influences Fonts' design sensibilities, shaping the brand's unique aesthetic.
Q: How did Dunbar Road get its start?
A: Dunbar Road started in 2016 after years of helping friends and family with their homes. Thanks to my Cuban heritage, interiors have always captivated me. Growing up, I was always exposed to unique styles and beautiful spaces.
All photography by Nathan Schroder.
Q: What inspires your design process?
A: Listening to my clients' life experiences inspires me a lot. I am also inspired by the space itself, based on the elements around it, such as natural sunlight. I combine the client's and my own taste and elevate it.
Q: What's your favorite detail to add to a space?
A: The smallest details matter to us. From lampshade trim to pillow cording to unexpected but brilliant hardware, we consider details on every level!
It's essential to me to allow functionality and beauty to exist as a happy couple. Carla Fonts
Q: What’s most important to you when designing a space?
A: Allowing functionality and beauty to exist as a happy couple.
Q: How do you think of hardware when designing a space?
A: Hardware is the jewelry of the whole outfit, so I like to make sure it compliments the overall style. It can bring a piece to life and change the whole demeanor.
Q: What trends or styles, if any, are you into right now?
A: Using plaster––in trim on ceilings, built-in case goods, and fireplaces. I can make my imagination come to life through the design with the help of wonderful vendors.
Q: How do you keep your creative spirit fulfilled?
A: Traveling, staying up to date with new publications, and by researching new & inventive
designs.
