I do this work because I believe women—especially mothers and multi-hyphenates—deserve brands that honor their real lives and biggest dreams. Helping you grow in confidence, clarity, and presence isn’t just my job—it’s my calling. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing you step into your power and own your story.

Rouse Philosophy

Sydney

Walden

I’m Sydney, the founder of Rouse Design Studio—but my journey didn’t start in entrepreneurship. For four years, I was a teacher, following what I thought was the “right” path. Everything changed after I had my first daughter. On my last day of school, I broke down in tears with my closest friends, realizing deep down that I wasn’t where I was meant to be. I didn’t know what was next, but I knew I couldn’t stay in teaching.

With my husband’s support, I gave myself eight months to figure something out—or I’d go back to the classroom. Taking that leap was the best decision I ever made.

Starting Rouse Design Studio gave me a whole new confidence—not just as a business owner, but as a woman, a mom, and a wife. Betting on myself opened doors to dreams I never thought possible, and I haven’t looked back since.
Now, I help other women do the same. I know how easy it is to downplay the skills and talents that come with motherhood and running a home. But I truly believe those qualities—multitasking, creativity, nurturing—are exactly what make us incredible entrepreneurs.

Through Rouse, I help women communicate their brands clearly and confidently, with design that shows up even when life gets messy. My mission is to turn your passion into purpose and remind you that you’re living out dreams you once only hoped for.




If you’re ready to give your ideas a home and your hustle a purpose, I’d love to help you make it happen.

We sometimes really undercut ourselves by saying “oh I just stay home”—when in reality, we’re proficient multitaskers, passionate creatives, and nurturing caretakers. You’d be surprised how many areas of entrepreneurship these qualities translate!

I’m Sydney, the founder of Rouse Design Studio—but my journey didn’t start in entrepreneurship. For four years, I was a teacher, following what I thought was the “right” path. Everything changed after I had my first daughter. On my last day of school, I broke down in tears with my closest friends, realizing deep down that I wasn’t where I was meant to be. I didn’t know what was next, but I knew I couldn’t stay in teaching.

With my husband’s support, I gave myself eight months to figure something out—or I’d go back to the classroom. Taking that leap was the best decision I ever made.

Starting Rouse Design Studio gave me a whole new confidence—not just as a business owner, but as a woman, a mom, and a wife. Betting on myself opened doors to dreams I never thought possible, and I haven’t looked back since.
Now, I help other women do the same. I know how easy it is to downplay the skills and talents that come with motherhood and running a home. But I truly believe those qualities—multitasking, creativity, nurturing—are exactly what make us incredible entrepreneurs.

Through Rouse, I help women communicate their brands clearly and confidently, with design that shows up even when life gets messy. My mission is to turn your passion into purpose and remind you that you’re living out dreams you once only hoped for.








If you’re ready to give your ideas a home and your hustle a purpose, I’d love to help you make it happen.