Tantalus is an interior design studio based in Honolulu, nestled in the verdant forest reserve for which we are named. We create engaging and grounded spaces that support the rituals of daily life, focusing on impeccable craftsmanship, natural materials, and objects that tell stories and resonate with their environment. Through a finely honed approach that pairs artfulness with a high level of organization and communication, we act as your partner in cultivating a home that resonates with your own sense of creativity and comfort. We believe that interior design can be life-enhancing, and we strive to create projects that feel livable, thought-provoking, and authentic to their owners. 

Being based in Hawai’i, we are constantly inspired by the eclectic mix of cultures, aesthetics, and natural landscapes of the islands we call home. By tapping into local artisanal talent we have created a culture of makers that informs our craft-forward approach. Though our roots are in Hawai’i, we never push an aesthetic or limit ourselves geographically in our work. We bring curiosity and a collaborative spirit to each of our projects, whether it’s a vintage home on Oahu or a contemporary loft on the mainland. We invite clients into the process of creating the place where their lives will unfold, offering our design direction and deep industry expertise throughout to ensure a seamless process with exquisite results. 


OUR PROCESS

This is your home, your personal space, your investment, your sanctuary. Our goal is to help you develop a design that inspires you, and that is functional for your lifestyle. We utilize our experience with proportion, texture, light, and color to help you craft your unique space.

DESIGN AESTHETIC

We believe excellent communication is the cornerstone of any successful project — and this is where we thrive. Our team is in constant, open dialogue with our clients and with other team members, always aiming to be clear, positive and productive. 

COMMUNICATION

Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, both with our clients and with our many partners in architecture and construction. We work in tandem with other experts to create design that functions on every level, remaining open to new perspectives and ideas while staying rooted in our collective vision. 

COLLABORATION

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Our goal is to develop long lasting relationships with our clients. We always strive to make the design process as gratifying and stress-free as possible. Our team of designers are all highly experienced and sensitive to the myriad of factors that affect a project, so that our clients always feel taken care of.

  • "As a designer, Ginger has an amazing sense of color, texture and form, from early conceptual discussions down to the smallest details of the completed interiors. Attentive and collaborative throughout the process, she not only excelled in helping us refine and articulate what we wanted, but also consistently offered up fresh, unexpected solutions and ideas that elevated the entire project to a level we never anticipated. As a manager, Ginger quite effectively and professionally coordinated all the technical and operational elements that needed to come together, keeping everything moving forward and running smoothly from beginning to end. We couldn’t be happier with the finished product."

  • "We had such a great experience working with Ginger and the entire Tantalus team. This was our first ever home build and they were instrumental in helping us make decisions during the building process and getting the house across the finish line. They assisted us in every aspect from choosing materials, to fine tuning the finish details and interiors, as well as helping us procure and place all of furniture. They were very professional and helpful to everyone during the entire process. It was such a pleasure to work with them and we plan to continue working with them when the need arises. "

  • "When people compliment us on the complete transformation of our 1962 midcentury tropical home in Honolulu, we take no credit - we tell them it was all Ginger. Ginger understood our vision and added to it, she helped us walk the line between luxury finishes and midcentury charm, and she kept both us and our contractors and vendors on track. She chose materials that we love seeing and touching every day and furniture that is as comfortable and usable as it is beautiful. She understood how the home was meant to be lived in, and worked within the challenges of an existing floorplan to create something we will enjoy forever."

  • "Ginger and her team are an absolute joy to work with. Ginger has the unique combination of exquisite design taste and outstanding organizational skills. Projects move smoothly, a variety of furniture options are given at various price levels, and Ginger’s calm, patient demeanor handles the inevitable delays and problems with ease. Having just completed a whole house renovation and furnishing with Tantalus during covid, I could not be happier or more impressed with the team."

  • "My husband and I got Ginger’s name from a friend and the minute we met her we knew she would make the perfect partner to help us build our dream home! Building a house from the ground up is a huge endeavor. Working with Tantalus Studio and Ginger has made it feel seamless. The Tantalus team is so professional, knowledgeable and talented - they have been a joy to work with even during these challenging times. We are beyond pleased and could not imagine using anyone else!"

  • “We have had the pleasure of working with Ginger Lunt on several high-end residential projects. She has an innate sense of design and creativity, is responsible and diligent, is courteous and respectful of the client, and is a team player in the full process of the project. We look forward to working with her throughout her thriving career.”