Joyce Kurisko is a designer, home stager, and wellness advocate, and the founder of Pine & Prairie Studio—a lifestyle design studio rooted in simplicity, beauty, and intentional living. Known for her bold yet livable aesthetic, Joyce blends timeless interior design with wellness-focused living, helping clients create spaces that feel as good as they look.
With a background in plant-based nutrition, health coaching, and home styling, Joyce brings a unique perspective to the design world—one that connects the home, the body, and the rhythms of daily life. She's also the creator of Live & Eat Well, a seasonal digital magazine featuring whole-food recipes, slow-living inspiration, and holistic wellness insights.
Joyce splits her time between Northwest Iowa, the Midwest and summers in Northern Ontario on Lake Superior. She draws inspiration from prairie landscapes, lake retreats, and the quiet beauty of intentional design.
HERE’S WHAT CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY
“Joyce worked within my budget in a space that was too challenging for me. She was able to work with several angled walls and suggested the color pallette that ended up being the envy at South Side on Lamar. I highly recommend her.”
— R Dobervich, Dallas Tx
HERE’S WHAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY
“Because we make everything, we can make pieces that fit together, work together and suit each other”
— Tom Shaw, Founder