Lauryn Bosstick, founder of The Skinny Confidential and a cultural tastemaker known for reshaping the modern woman’s wellness narrative, is ushering in a new chapter, this time, in interiors. Her new nursery, designed in partnership with LA-based interior designer David Samuel Ko of Maison Ko, boldly breaks from the soft, monochromatic aesthetic that has defined baby spaces for the past decade. This is not another beige nursery. It’s a layered, tone-rich world designed to grow with her family, editorial in spirit, but intimate at its core.
We sat down with both Lauryn and David to talk about their vision, the design choices that make this nursery stand out, and the intentional details that turn it into a calming, soulful sanctuary for the newest member of her family.
Inside the Nursery with Lauryn Bosstick and David Samuel Ko
What was the first piece or idea that kicked off the whole vision for the nursery? DK: The idea that really laid the groundwork for Bond’s nursery was doing some sort of mural wall treatment. At first, we were looking into hiring an artist to do a custom hand-painted mural, but then we came across this wallpaper and knew it was the one. We wanted it to feel moody, yet still a touch whimsical—something that Bond could grow into and not feel permanently newborn. The colors in the wallpaper really inspired the rest of the room and led the overall direction.
LB: The vision of baby Bond’s nursery was to incorporate texture, artistic wallpaper (Glamora Bellagio), but without feeling too thematic. The room had to have depth with calming and soothing energy for the baby. Simply stepping into the room is an experience, and along with functional, unique details, meditation chimes, and red lights, David worked with me to execute our vision perfectly.
We focused on texture and richness with deep shades of evergreen and chocolate brown. I didn’t want it to feel beige and muted—opposite, actually. I also wanted the nursery to tell a story, so many elements are personalized: from specific books, to Michael’s silver baby rattle, to pictures and details.
Bringing in the baby element was obviously important, but I challenged David and his team to do something you don’t see on Instagram all the time. For example, the darker crib (Restoration Hardware) feels masculine, yet there’s still a baby-esque aura.
Also, I am huge on organization—each drawer, closet area, and shelf is efficiently organized with thought and purpose so that when the baby arrived, everything was streamlined.
What did you want this nursery to feel like—for you, for the baby, and for your family? DK: When we started working together, all Lauryn told me was that she didn’t want it to feel like a typical beige nursery. She wanted it to feel elevated yet approachable, suited for a newborn, but not overly trendy or something you’ve seen a thousand times. Lauryn wanted it to be a space that felt unique and truly special for Bond.
LB: Along with our home being a place where we can all recharge, each child is unique and deserves their own space that reflects their essence. My daughter’s room is sort of a pinkish-lilac and white, and my son’s room is very much a rock ‘n roll vibe. The new baby also needs his own momen,t and David and his team really helped us to achieve Bond’s essence.
It brings me joy to create spaces for children to relax their nervous system. My Mom did it for me by sewing curtains and duvet covers and making my room specifically tailored to me. I remember loving to be in my room and feeling comforted in my bedroom. So creating that for my own kids is a priority. It’s funny, my Dad walked into the baby’s nursery the other day and said, “Your Mom was just like this with you and your sister, Faye.”
In my approach to motherhood, something that’s very important to me and my husband is that our home is a peaceful place- a sanctuary has always been the vision. We don’t want chaos in the home- it’s a place where our children hopefully feel safe and calm. When they walk into their rooms, I want them to feel serene with a nice frequency and energy. We like to focus on the 5 senses, which means light dimmers, red lights, chimes, cozy blankets, Bossanova or classic jazz music, and ultimately spaces that reflect their individual personalities.
My community doesn’t see the homemaker side of me very often, it’s a lot of business on social media- but at my core, that’s who I am. I love making every area of our home relaxing and organized for my family. We always have Bossanova playing, moody lighting, a roaring fire, lots of snack plates, and non-toxic candles burning. As you can see, I love a vibe. So does David Ko and his team- they fully understand the five senses.
DK: My team and I believe that a home or space should be a sensory experience, which means we like to design with the five senses in mind. Lauryn is like-minded, so she completely understood when we suggested certain elements of the nursery. From the way the textures feel, to how the colors and tones interact, to the ambient music playing, and even the scent—whether from a non-toxic candle or fresh flowers—it’s all carefully considered. It’s not overt or in-your-face, but a subtle interplay that you only notice once you’ve left the room.
Were there any must-have pieces or personal touches you knew had to be in the space from day one? LB: Family photos, ultrasound photo, vintage frames, special stuffed animals (Odin Parker & Smallable), organic bedding (Babyletto), family heirlooms, meditation music, lots of natural light, and non-toxic paint/materials (ECOS Paint).
How did you find the balance between high design and child-friendly comfort? LB: Building a palette that felt refined, but with that juvenile feel. Making sure to use a color. Adding playful touches like the art and animal motifs (Giraffe Basket from Pottery Barn). Making the changing table (West Elm) a main event and highlighting the crib with a moving mobile (Etsy) – I love movement, so that was top of mind.
DK: Similar to what Lauryn said, just because something isn’t specifically made for a nursery or listed in the newborn category on a website doesn’t mean it can’t be used as such—it’s all about perspective. For example, the dresser we selected isn’t technically a changing table, nor does it have a matching topper, but we liked the look and wanted to incorporate burl wood, so we purchased it and found a topper that matched. We also wanted custom drapery in the room, especially since the windows are different sizes. While most would opt for a playful, child-like print, we chose something more neutral so it wouldn’t compete with the wallpaper, adding a wall-to-wall valance with a scalloped edge to maintain a youthful feel. When designing nurseries, I always prioritize comfort where my clients need it—otherwise, why not bring in a vintage piece or a rouched pendant?
What role did sustainability play in your decision-making? LB: Along with each of our kids’ rooms feeling like a safe, restful sanctuary, it’s very important to us that we use sustainable materials, products, and go as non-toxic as possible.
Since moving to Austin, my husband and I have switched to using non-toxic products- that includes even the house paint. We let this paint off-gas before bringing in all the furniture.
To keep it clean, the designer, David, and I picked beautiful non-toxic paint, added Jaspr air scrubbers, and installed blackout shades for atmosphere with red light bulbs in the lights. We chose non-toxic supplies (Branch Basics, Coterie diapers and wipes, and organic wood toys). You really can ‘feel’ the difference when you go non-toxic- it’s wild, it regulates your nervous system. It makes the baby’s room feel very grounding.
Were there any compromises you had to make (space, time, budget, etc.) that ended up working out beautifully in the end? LB: Some fun things that ended up working out: David covered the bulky, long cord for our air scrubber- he used a beautiful brown cord cover (Pierce & Ward) to conceal it- looks like a special detail. He also took all the plug wall covers off and replaced them with elevated gold ones (Rejuvenation). He even thought of towel hooks- they’re beautiful with organic cotton waffle towels draped over them- everything flows. It’s thoughtful. I like that for baby Bond.
DK: To be honest, I think we were able to make everything Lauryn wanted work. The space was a guest room before, so there was some patchwork we needed to do (there was a TV and a floating shelf, for example), but other than that, Lauryn came to us with a budget and a time frame she needed the nursery done by, and we made it happen.
Which piece or corner of the room feels the most personal to you—and why? LB: There’s a little marble table (Soho Home) next to the rocking chair that has tiny baby pictures of me and my husband when we were little- then a red light lamp gives the frames a soft glow at night.
The mood feels just right- it’s Bond’s special spot.
