Navy Cactus Coast is an Arizona-based interior design studio and curated collection creating homes that are as thoughtfully considered as they are comfortable to live in.

Based in the Phoenix metropolitan area, we offer full-service interior design for local clients and virtual design services for clients nationwide.

Our work ranges from full-service interior design—reshaping spaces, refining layouts and guiding the architectural, material and furnishing decisions that define a home—to the final layer of styling that gives a room its character. Art, lighting, textiles, objects and collected pieces are considered with the same attention as the larger decisions that came before them.

Influenced by the coast, desert, travel and a lifelong appreciation for interiors that evolve over time, our approach is layered rather than prescribed. We believe a successful home requires both: a strong foundation and the instinct to know what will make it feel finished, personal and memorable.

Gregory Nelmes
Design Director

A graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I bring over 35 years of professional experience in interior design to Navy Cactus Coast.

I’ve always believed the most interesting homes are collected rather than decorated all at once. I’m drawn to traditional design, the relaxed spirit of coastal living, and the warmth and character of the desert—often with an unexpected twist.

For me, great interiors aren't about following a particular look. They're about creating something personal, comfortable, and memorable, with room for a little wit along the way.

In addition to residential design, Gregory's extensive professional experience encompasses corporate, commercial, and institutional projects, including work for CNN, Dow Lohnes, and Sapient, as well as projects in the aviation, telecommunications, and healthcare sectors.