Upper South Studio Employee Directory
Design ServicesNorth Carolina, United States2-10 Employees
Upper South Studio is a design services firm based in Old Salem, North Carolina, with roots dating back to 1979. It collaborates with designers, purchasing teams, and ownership groups to shepherd projects from concept to production, balancing creative aims with budget considerations and manufacturing realities. Its material scope encompasses woven fabrics, prints, sheers and blackout textiles, outdoor and performance materials, vinyls, leather, and fully custom-developed programs tailored to each project's aesthetic and technical requirements. By leveraging mill-direct production relationships, the studio develops fully custom programs, adapts existing materials to meet specifications, and aligns cost with project parameters while satisfying performance and durability standards for hospitality-scale deployment. The company notes engagement with both design and procurement teams to support projects that require clear aesthetics and reliable operations, with projects installed in properties such as Ritz-Carlton Residences Waikiki, Four Seasons Austin, Grand Hyatt Kuwait, Waldorf Astoria New York, New York Palace Hotel, Villa Feltrinelli, Marriott Marquis Chicago, and MGM Luxor. Founded by Laurence Rosen and guided by co-founder and principal Susan Rosen, Upper South Studio remains independent and globally engaged.