About

Hello! We’re Lindsay + David, the husband and wife duo behind Key + Shade Interior Design. Since 2010, every project has begun with an understanding of the client’s personality. From a brownstone in Brooklyn to a beach house in Westport to a restored 200 year old barn in Vermont, the final result is always a representation of those who inhabit the space.

Lindsay Key

Raised in the West Village and Winhall, VT, I get my inspiration from the vibrancy of New York City and the peacefulness of the Vermont countryside. With a BA in Installation + Sculpture Art from Oberlin College, I was intrigued by how art can influence design. After graduating with a BFA from NY School of Interior Design, I trained under Ken Walker of Kenneth Brian Walker Interiors for 3 years before opening Key + Shade Interior Design in 2010. Bringing my art background into every project, I create colorful textured spaces that are livable and bring joyfulness to my clients.

David Shade

David handles the logistics and business operations, ensuring that Lindsay’s designs are ordered, installed, and completed on time and within budget. Growing up in Germany with his mother and frequently traveling to Israel, his father’s homeland, David developed a deep appreciation for diverse cultures. Seeking a creative and culturally rich environment, he moved to New York City at 23, where he spent a decade working in TV, film, and fashion. In 2012, David joined Key + Shade, bringing his unique background and experience to the team.

Lindsay’s eye for artful design and David’s cultural heritage combine to create unique yet practical spaces.