About | cycleStyling

A modern living room with a brown sectional sofa, white armchair, and round wooden coffee table on a blue patterned rug. There are two abstract paintings on the white wall, a tall green plant, and a built-in arched shelf with decor items. Large windows let in natural light.

"Design should never dominate nature, but coexist with it." - Frank Lloyd Wright

cycleStyling is a full service interiors company that beautifies spaces sustainably

Vision

cycleStyling envisions a world where sourcing furniture transcends conventional practices. With our curating expertise, creating exquisite aesthetics and intertwining circular sourcing methods, we will not only elevate your surroundings but also foster a legacy of sustainable living.

Mission

The Furniture sector is responsible for 5% of global waste generation. In the US, the Environmental Protection Agency estimates over 15 million tons of furniture waste is generated annually.

Our mission is to combat the staggering waste produced by the furnishings industry. We're committed to reducing, repurposing, relocating, and upcycling furniture, promoting circularity in every aspect of our work.

Circular diagram labeled with the stages of Purchase, Reuse, Repair, Upcycle, Relocate, and Recycle.

Stephanie Rivera Ortiz with wavy brown hair smiles at the camera. She is wearing a red floral blouse with a V-neck, hoop earrings, and bracelets. She stands with her arms crossed against a plain, dark background.

FOUNDER & CEO

Hi! I’m Stephanie,

glad you are here!

With a lifelong passion for art, interiors, and problem-solving, I found my calling in 2020. Surrounded by a sustainability-conscious community in Columbus, Ohio, I began repurposing goods and transforming my neighbors’ homes. This hands-on experience ignited the spark for cycleStyling. Fast forward to 2022, after a few moves and a curveball layoff from my supposed "dream job," I knew it was time to merge my passion for design with my management expertise.

My journey in the design world began with a foundation in visual arts, specializing in sculpture. This early training instilled in me a keen eye for form, balance, and aesthetics, which are essential in creating captivating spaces. Years later, my time at Wayfair refined my furniture and décor curation skills which I apply day to day. I've also had the privilege of collaborating with TurningArt, a Boston-based art consultancy. This experience deepened my understanding of space planning, art curation, and project management.

cycleStyling, a Puerto Rican woman-owned studio, proudly serves Greater Boston and Puerto Rico. We offer virtual services nationwide. Let's bring your vision to life!

Credentials

ex-Wayfair

Staging Design Professional Expert Level Certified, Staging Studio (RESA Accredited, IAHSP Accredited)

Over 10 years of Merchant/Buying Background

BBA in Marketing & Accounting, 2011

Collaborations

At cycleStyling our partners share our values. We prioritize sourcing from local sellers and makers ensuring the revenue circulates locally, contributing to our community's prosperity.

Interested in being a cycleStyling sourcing partner?

Some of our partners include…

Hancock Academy is a nonprofit organization empowering trades workforce through the reuse of surplus construction & demolition material.

A hand arranges wooden blocks imprinted with green ecological symbols. The central graphic depicts a globe surrounded by arrows, leaves, a cogwheel, a person, and a lightning bolt, signifying sustainability and environmental conservation.