Bringing stories to life, shaping spaces together

Thoughtful brands. Collected interiors. Simply considered.

Stylized text reading 'The Curious Type Design Co' in elegant script and sans-serif fonts.
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Two services, one philosophy

Design that happens between form and feeling

From brand identities with depth to interiors with soul, I offer creative direction attuned to how you live, work, and experience the settings around you.

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  • The Collected Kind

    Good design doesn’t have to mean starting from scratch. Sometimes it just takes a fresh perspective — someone to help you see what’s already working, edit what isn’t, and bring it all together in a way that feels beautifully cohesive.

    Through The Collected Kind, I offer hourly interior consulting: creative direction, styling guidance, and space planning support for spaces at any stage. Whether you’re completing a renovation, rethinking a layout, or layering the final details, we’ll work together to bring intention and warmth to your space.

    The process is conversational and collaborative. We’ll begin by discussing your goals, challenges, and how you want your space to feel. From there, I’ll develop visual direction — a roadmap of ideas, inspiration, and practical recommendations tailored to your space. Holistic, flexible design guidance that meets you where you are — no major remodel required.

  • The Curious Type

    A strong brand identity does more than look good — it builds trust, communicates value, and expresses who you are. Through The Curious Type, I create visual identities that help small businesses and creatives show up with confidence and clarity.

    Each project begins with curiosity — about your vision, your audience, and what sets you apart. From there, I build a tailored brand system: logo suite, color palette, typography, and visual direction that feel intentional and enduring. Each element is designed to work seamlessly together, giving you a cohesive foundation that can grow with your business.

    The process is collaborative and considered, resulting in design that’s not only beautiful but built to last.

Behind the work

Curious, creative, and connected by design

I believe beautiful design isn’t something you buy all at once. It’s something you build over time. My multidisciplinary approach combines modern simplicity with organic charm, timeless influences, and a sense of effortless character to create work that feels dimensional, approachable, and real.

Through The Curious Type, I make brand identities that balance integrity with style — refined but never rigid, creative yet always considered. Through The Collected Kind, I design interiors that feel warm and inviting — guided by function, imbued with meaning, and inspired by the way you live.

Uncover what shapes my work
Cozy living room with a beige armchair, decorative pillows, a side table with a vase of dried flowers, a tall floor lamp, and a wall with two landscape paintings and a TV.
A cozy bedroom with a floral bedspread, a mustard-colored throw, and a window with dark blinds and a view of green trees outside. There is a small stairs by the window, a vintage-style desk with a rolled-up rug on top, a pink round ottoman, and a beige area rug.
The logo for The Collecto Interior Consulting Co., featuring the words 'kind' in cursive and 'the collecto interior consulting co.' in a circular arrangement around it.

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Whether you’re ready to start a project or just want to talk ideas, I’d love to hear from you.

Renee Mansell, founder of The Curious Type and The Collected Kind

A woman with long dark hair holding a mug, standing in a cozy living room, wearing a green sweater with a dog design and colorful pattern.
Logo for The Curious Type Design Co. with stylized text 'The Curious Type Co.' in beige on a black background.
Mood board featuring bedroom designs, fabric swatches, and artwork with color palettes of greens, browns, and neutrals, labeled "Layla's bed," "Paisley's bed," and color swatches "SW Riverway" and "BM Atmospheric."