Bryn Maryanna
Interiors

When Bryn Nicholson founded Bryn Maryanna Interiors, she set out to merge Scandinavian and West Coast design principles into every project, from cozy mountain cabins to upscale multi-family builds. Her guiding philosophy being, “We believe in creating beautiful and functional spaces that enhance our client’s quality of life.”

Yet the day-to-day reality of delivering high-end design - juggling spreadsheets, tracking trades, and meeting budgets - soon became cumbersome. That’s when she discovered Programa.

Beyond Schedules, Bryn relies heavily on Project Management. Programa’s Board view outlines each design phase (concept, procurement, install), while the Timeline view highlights overlapping tasks so the team can plan client meetings or site visits without missing deadlines. Every subtask can include file attachments, notes, or flagged updates, which means no more toggling between multiple apps.

Before using Programa, managing trade Schedules, material procurement, and financial tracking required multiple tools and spreadsheets. Now, Bryn relies on Programa to simplify complex project management tasks:

• Task & Project Management – Bryn’s team organizes their work using Programa’s Kanban-style project management tool, breaking tasks into To Do, In Progress, In Review, and Done stages for a clear, structured workflow.
• Live Schedule updates – Programa keeps the entire team aligned with real-time status updates on trades, deadlines, and tasks.
• Trade coordination – Each project includes detailed Schedules for sprcs including carpentry, electrical, painting, and other trades, ensuring clear timelines and expectations.
• Flagging key changes – The flag feature highlights critical updates, ensuring that no detail gets missed during the fast-moving construction process.
• Procurement & financial tracking – Bryn tracks materials, approvals, and orders directly in Programa, ensuring that everything is ordered, approved, and delivered on time.

With Programa’s procurement and construction scheduling tools, Bryn manages her materials, orders, and approvals all in one place. Instead of chasing emails and spreadsheets, she can see:

• What materials have been ordered
• Which items are approved or in production
• Lead times for key fixtures and finishes

This level of visibility allows her to make informed decisions quickly, stay ahead of delays, and keep her projects on budget.

For Bryn Maryanna Interiors, Programa has simplified the day-to-day reality of high-end interior design. By connecting Schedules and Project Management under one roof, Bryn ensures that every stakeholder has access to real-time, accurate information. That means fewer oversights, faster decision-making, and a more relaxed design environment overall.

Advice for other small studios

For smaller design firms wary of transitioning from spreadsheets, Bryn’s experience shows how an integrated platform can provide clarity and peace of mind at each project stage. Schedules and Client Dashboards combined with our Project Management cut through the noise and keep everyone—contractors, vendors, and clients—on the same page.

Bryn’s story proves that modern specification and project management can feel less like a chore and more like a strategic advantage if you're looking to streamline your studio practice in a single hub. It’s about delivering top-notch design without getting buried in admin work. For Bryn Maryanna Interiors, Programa has been that vital.