At Deshay’s Designs, we transform spaces into places people love…

...TO WELCOME LOVED ONES.

...TO RECHARGE.

...TO MAKE MEMORIES.

...TO UNWIND.

...TO CONNECT.

...TO RELAX.

...TO GET STUFF DONE.

...TO GROW.

…TO WORK.

Deshay’s Designs is an interior design studio based in Tampa Bay, Florida. We offer a wide range of planning and design services to architects, builders, contractors, designers, homeowners and realtors.

Reviews & Recommendations

“Wonderful to work with!”

“Deshay is wonderful to work with! She’s responsible, creative, organized, and has great attention to detail. She is always learning something new to make her even more of an asset as a designer. I’d recommend her to anyone!”

– Jamie Gasparovic, Owner & Principal Designer – Studio Gaspo

“A Natural.”

“Deshay has a natural ability to draw and render concepts and ideas. She has a strong understanding of space and a wonderful design sensibility.”

– Keith Geldof, Parsons

“Most Impressed”

“Deshay stood out not only with her talent, but her work ethic was unmatched in the classroom. She has proven to be a person that pays great attention to detail and works in a very clean and organized way. I was most impressed that she very quickly understood how to use technology to her advantage to depict her creative and very unique ideas.”

– Katharina Horath, Parsons

Deshay L. Milas,
OWNER & Principal Designer

Education

▪ Interior & Architectural Design Software Certificate (2023) Parson’s – New York, NY

▪ Interior Design Certificate (2022) Parson’s – New York, NY

▪ Finance & Accounting Degrees (1999) Florida State University – Tallahassee, FL

An Interview with Deshay

Q: When did you first become interested in interior design?

A: From a young age, you could often find me redecorating my bedroom and play areas. You might say that Ken and Barbie were my first clients! I loved seeing how simply changing the furniture layout in a room could create a whole new feeling and function in the same space. That intrigue eventually led me to Parson’s School of Design in New York where I became certified interior designer.

Q: What is your design style?

A: While I personally lean towards modern design, I like to mix styles together – for example, traditional and farmhouse or contemporary and coastal – to create a space that is fresh and comfortable. Blending different design styles together gives a space a livable, timeless feeling.

Q: Who is your ideal client?

A: An ideal client would have an appreciation for design, be able to communicate their needs and wants, and trust our team to produce something amazing just for them.

Q: What has been your favorite project?

A: While I have many favorites, I would say my first project is the most memorable. I was commissioned to design the interior of a large, custom home with tons of special features including a three-story foyer, interior dog wash, climate-controlled wine cellar and more. At the end of the project, I designed over 20 rooms from floor to ceiling for a client who told me I “nailed it!” It was an amazing opportunity, so much fun and only just the beginning.