Christiana, the founder and lead designer of Willow & Oak, infuses her work with inspiration from nature and her international experiences. She firmly believes that human flourishing begins at home. By helping clients create nurturing spaces that reflect their culture, values, and personality, Christiana transforms houses into homes.

Her educational journey includes bachelor's degrees in Spanish and Communication Studies, along with a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. After working as a bilingual pediatric speech-language pathologist, she decided to pivot and pursue becoming an interior designer.

From a young age, Christiana's passion for interior design was evident. Her favorite TV show was Extreme Makeover: Home Edition as a kid. In college, she spearheaded a project to transform a storage room into a coffee shop. Over the years, she has remodeled numerous home interiors, including her own.