About Us

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Kelly Lapadula,

founder of 

HOUSE OF AMBIANCE 

Home Staging & Design. 

My work is driven by precision and psychology—design that’s clean, intentional, and rooted in how people instinctively respond to space.

With over ten years of design experience and a Master’s in Psychology, I approach interiors analytically. I study the architecture, the light, the flow, and cut out anything that dilutes the impact. My aesthetic is streamlined: tonal palettes, strong silhouettes, purposeful contrast. Every element has a job.

I’m drawn to spaces that feel controlled but never cold—rooms where tension, texture, and negative space create a quiet energy. Nothing is excessive; everything is considered.

At HOUSE OF AMBIANCE, I create environments that are visually sharp and emotionally grounded. Spaces that hold clarity. Spaces that make sense the moment you step into them. 

  Vera Gjokaj  

Home Stager / Stylist  

HOUSE OF AMBIANCE.

Blending instinct, artistry, and a lifelong love for 

beautiful spaces, she brings a thoughtful, intuitive approach to every home she styles. 

As a mother and devoted animal lover, Vera has always been deeply inspired by the way comfort, character, and personality shape the places we live. 

Vera's design journey began organically—friends and family trusted in her to transform their rooms, refine their décor, and reimagine their homes. What started as a passion quickly revealed itself as a true direction.

Embracing that calling, she stepped into the staging industry to share her  eye for detail and natural sense of harmony with a wider audience.

Today, Vera creates inviting, elevated spaces that resonate with warmth and intention. 

Whether preparing a home for market or designing a room that simply feels right, her goal is always the same: to reveal the potential within every space and craft an atmosphere that speaks without saying a word. 

 Sean Michael

Interior Designer 

HOUSE OF AMBIANCE

For more than 18 years, Sean has spent his time shaping the Southampton design landscape with interiors that embody timeless ease and curated sophistication. 

As the visionary behind Francis Keane Designs and now House of Ambiance, he is known for his signature mix of antiques and modern elements—spaces layered with texture, character, and quiet luxury. Influenced by Paris, Florence, Manhattan, and the Hamptons, Sean designs homes that feel effortless and deeply lived-in, from sun-soaked pool terraces to serene master suites. 

His work is defined by striking lighting, natural accents, and a focus on mood. Wherever the project, Sean creates interiors that radiate ambiance, comfort, and timeless style.