Our Philosophy

At Cherval Studio, we believe every space is an expression of the lives that shape it.

Our design philosophy is rooted in the belief that accumulating objects to fill a room only deepens the void. Instead, our pieces are layered, textured, and detailed, inspiring moments of human connection, quiet reflection, and artistic expression, for spaces that feel as familiar as they are new.

Like a vintage deck of cards or a well-tended bookcase, each piece evokes a sense of presence: inviting the imagination as much as it reflects it. It’s why we love tents. They create community without rigidity and make a space feel special without being exclusive. Because at its core, Cherval Studio is an invitation. To discover the depth of everyday living by making your home, living room, or bedroom not just a place to exist, but a place to dream.

Elizabeth Vallino holding a sign of Cherval Studio
Our Process

As an interior designer located in Santa Barbara, Elizabeth Vallino spent decades dreaming up textural patterns from vintage and storied objects: antique fabric, beautiful paper, textured artwork, travelled notebooks, worn wood, faded sketches, all amidst the backdrop of California’s sweeping coastlands.

Drawn to the intricate complexity of the Dominoté patterns, she focused on 18th century French designs once printed to adorn small boxes, book end pages, and vintage playing cards.

Born from this unique process, Cherval Studio lies at the intersection of archival research and creative exploration, bookish curiosity and imaginative freedom, breathing new life into storied patterns with contemporary designs and the highest-quality fabric. Produced in one of the oldest mills in Portugal, each piece bears the mark of quality craftsmanship, ensuring each product is soft, durable, and most importantly, tells a story.

Cherval Studio Field