We don't just design spaces.
We create experiences.

About D L English

We don't just design stores and restaurants. We create storied spaces that engage customers and boost sales.

Since 2001, D L English has been an industry leader in creating retail environments that customers love spending time in.

As a multi-disciplinary firm that's worked with hundreds of the nation's most respected brands, we know it takes way more than choosing the right color palette and picking cool fixtures to create a successful retail space.

That's why we use a strategic, holistic approach that digs in deep on your brand, your market, your competitors, and your unique offering to make sure what we create together will make you shine.

And because we have so many skilled experts on our team, we can improve every step of the process, whether it's bringing your back-of-the-napkin sketch to life, fabricating custom decor and features, or doing a comprehensive install. That means fewer headaches for you and a more successful space—both for your customers and your bottom line.

Learn more about our areas of expertise or explore our wide range of grocery, retail, and restaurant and bar projects.

Deborah Leigh English

President & Founder

Deborah has been creating enticing consumer based environments through design, architecture, graphics, and art for over thirty years. Deborah is a vocal advocate for the merging of art and architecture; passionate about both, she strives to manifest this creative vision in all D L English Design projects. She uses her influence on our team and with our clients to drive forward of the creation of highly original, intentional 'hand-crafted spaces'.Prior to starting our firm, English was Vice President of Store Design and Construction for Bristol Farms Markets.

Chris

Director, Design

Deborah has been creating enticing consumer based environments through design, architecture, graphics, and art for over thirty years. Deborah is a vocal advocate for the merging of art and architecture; passionate about both, she strives to manifest this creative vision in all D L English Design projects. She uses her influence on our team and with our clients to drive forward of the creation of highly original, intentional ‘hand-crafted spaces’. Prior to starting our firm, English was Vice President of Store Design and Construction for Bristol Farms Markets.

Giovanna

Senior Designer

Deborah has been creating enticing consumer based environments through design, architecture, graphics, and art for over thirty years. Deborah is a vocal advocate for the merging of art and architecture; passionate about both, she strives to manifest this creative vision in all D L English Design projects. She uses her influence on our team and with our clients to drive forward of the creation of highly original, intentional ‘hand-crafted spaces’. Prior to starting our firm, English was Vice President of Store Design and Construction for Bristol Farms Markets.

Glen

Director, Production Services

Deborah has been creating enticing consumer based environments through design, architecture, graphics, and art for over thirty years. Deborah is a vocal advocate for the merging of art and architecture; passionate about both, she strives to manifest this creative vision in all D L English Design projects. She uses her influence on our team and with our clients to drive forward of the creation of highly original, intentional ‘hand-crafted spaces’. Prior to starting our firm, English was Vice President of Store Design and Construction for Bristol Farms Markets.

Oliver

Associate Creative Director

Deborah has been creating enticing consumer based environments through design, architecture, graphics, and art for over thirty years. Deborah is a vocal advocate for the merging of art and architecture; passionate about both, she strives to manifest this creative vision in all D L English Design projects. She uses her influence on our team and with our clients to drive forward of the creation of highly original, intentional ‘hand-crafted spaces’. Prior to starting our firm, English was Vice President of Store Design and Construction for Bristol Farms Markets.

Tracey

Director, Marketing & Business Development

Deborah has been creating enticing consumer based environments through design, architecture, graphics, and art for over thirty years. Deborah is a vocal advocate for the merging of art and architecture; passionate about both, she strives to manifest this creative vision in all D L English Design projects. She uses her influence on our team and with our clients to drive forward of the creation of highly original, intentional ‘hand-crafted spaces’. Prior to starting our firm, English was Vice President of Store Design and Construction for Bristol Farms Markets.