Benjamin Johnston 

Designer & Author

Benjamin Johnston (Class of 2002) is the Founder and Creative Partner of Benjamin Johnston Design, an internationally recognized architecture and interior design firm renowned for creating timeless, deeply personal homes that unite architecture, interiors, and furnishings into a singular design vision. Guided by his signature design philosophy of “Classic. Curated. Cool.,” Johnston’s work is distinguished by architectural integrity, refined restraint, and an enduring sense of place.

Serving clients throughout the United States and abroad, Johnston leads a multidisciplinary studio known for thoughtfully balancing classical principles with contemporary living. His holistic approach has established the firm as a leading voice in luxury residential design, creating bespoke residences and destination properties where every detail is considered as part of a cohesive whole.

Johnston’s work has earned numerous industry honors, including the John Staub Award and the Palladio Award by the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art, and has been featured in Architectural Digest, Traditional Home, Elle Decor, House Beautiful, Harper’s Bazaar, The Wall Street Journal, and Luxe Interiors + Design. His debut monograph, Refined Interiors: Timeless Homes for Modern Living (Rizzoli) further reflects the firm’s design philosophies and their enduring commitment to craftsmanship, timeless design, and exceptional living.

Extending his creative vision beyond the built environment, Johnston has developed licensed collections spanning furniture, textiles, rugs, and architectural surfaces. His collaborations with Chaddock Furniture Workroom, S. Harris, Madison Lily Rugs, and MATERIAL Bespoke Stone + Tile reflect the same commitment to craftsmanship, customization, and enduring design that defines his architectural and interior work.