A collaborative, holistic approach to construction.
We have proven to yield the most beautiful work and the most satisfied clients. This starts with a design-centric construction methodology—a project process that intimately interconnects the exploration of design concepts with the realities of construction. By approaching projects with a design-centric construction mindset, Sonderlust serves as both the client advocate and the project director. When a project starts with Sonderlust, you experience a holistic design process complete with creativity, collaboration, and constructability.
Why Sonderlust?
This means you can communicate what you want, make decisions as needed, and trust Sonderlust to handle the rest.
Our Design Ethos
Sonderlust believes in authentic, holistic design presented with restraint and simplicity. Our collaborative approach and impeccable intuition reveal each client’s unique lifestyle and personality. We expand our minds and resources to infuse a global perspective and then curate with thoughtful intention. The result is inspired design that creates powerful connections between people and spaces—approachable, distinctive environments.
Simply put, spaces that look and feel good.
Nimble
We are sly design foxes—artful creators with quick minds who take swift action to solve problems.
Heartisans
Doing good is in our DNA—design means more when it gives back. Through Nivas, we pay it forward by supporting on furnishing packages for every home they build in 2025.
Informed
We are knowledge seekers and information gatherers who ask questions, tap into resources, know the right people, and care about every detail. As your client advocate and project director, we have your back.
Pragmatic
There is nothing worse than design disappointment—falling in love with something you can’t have. Our left-brained logic balances our right-brained creativity, and our design-centric construction process ensures visions come to life.
Intuitive
Sometimes a vision is hard to articulate. We interpret your energy and intention on a deeper level to achieve the results you desire.
Unconventional
Just because we have done it before, doesn’t mean it is right for you. We check our egos at the door and ideate together to create spaces that suit lifestyles and achieve goals.
Smart
We aren’t just here to make things looks pretty. There is a science to design. We back the beauty with brains, so your space works efficiently and effortlessly.
Principal Designer, CO-Founder
Natasha Afana
Natasha is a Nebraska native, Colorado transplant who brings the Midwestern heart of gold, trustworthiness and unbeatable work ethic to every partnership and project. Combine these notable characteristics with her passion, creativity and astute construction knowledge and there simply isn’t a better client advocate for your design project.
Natasha founded Sonderlust to be a different type of design studio, an interior design firm with a design-centric construction focus. Her accredited design degree combined with experience with custom home builders, cabinetry manufacturers and design-build construction companies make her a well-rounded and respected design professional with a unique skillset and project perspective. Contractors repeatedly say, “She gets it!”
Creative Director, CO-FOUNDER
Stacey McGeein
Stacey is a California native with Colorado roots, who recently made her way back to the Mile High City. For the last 15 years, she has worked as a brand and identity consultant. From defining her clients' vision, voice and experience, to the design of the virtual and physical spaces they occupy, she has helped countless clients bring their brand to life.
In addition to being an identity guru, Stacey’s parallel calling in property management, investment, staging and interior design, has allowed her to flex her creative muscle and passion for real estate.
The intersection of these careers led her to co-founding Sonderlust, where she hopes to help clients translate concepts into tangible experiences and designs.
Of all the roles she holds, it is that of a wife and mother to two kids, two dogs and five chickens that has fueled her commitment to creating fluid and functional spaces.
SENIOR INTERIOR + ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER
Nicole Jui
Nicole, a Colorado native, brings extensive experience in both architectural and interior design, with a portfolio spanning commercial projects in Boston and the tri-state area, as well as custom residences in Atlanta and Denver. Her early work on commercial LEED projects sparked a passion for sustainability, leading her to pursue a master’s degree in sustainable design. This commitment to eco-conscious practices continues to shape her approach today, ensuring that each project reflects both aesthetic excellence and environmental responsibility.
She is dedicated to transforming concepts into spaces that are not only beautiful and functional but also enhance everyday living through efficiency, sustainability, and thoughtful design. As a hands-on project manager, Nicole excels at guiding projects from vision to reality with precision and care.
Procurement
Strategic, design-led procurement that ensures clarity, control, and results — on time and on budget.
We Are Sonderlust
We are known for our design-centric construction expertise. We believe meaningful design exists at the intersection of science and art, so we serve as your liaison between idea and execution.
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Procurement
Strategic, design-led procurement that ensures clarity, control, and results — on time and on budget.
Residential
Whether building new or remodeling, we create authentic living environments that evolve with you.
Commercial
We help business owners bring their visions to life in branded environments.
BUILDERS + DEVELOPERS
More than designers — strategic collaborators ensuring design, build, and budget work as one.