About Us

Our Story

Stacy Elliston brings decades of experience across luxury, gaming, lifestyle, multi-family, retail, and private club sectors. She has collaborated with prominent brands such as Marriott, Hilton, and MGM Resorts, gaining insight into what drives successful projects for owners, clients, and brands alike.

As Founder and Owner of HIVE Collaborative, Stacy has built a boutique studio that blends design expertise with strategic project management. She takes an active role in every project, from sourcing and operations to budgeting, scheduling, and mentoring, ensuring the team delivers thoughtful and well-rounded results.

HIVE Collaborative approaches each project with a focus on collaboration and intentional support, helping clients achieve their vision while managing the details of execution. Beyond design, the studio incorporates a philanthropic commitment, donating twice annually to causes chosen with clients, supporting organizations such as Hives for Heroes, Texas Bee Works, Elephant Havens, BARC, INC., Berner-Garde Foundation, and In-Sync Exotics.

A four-time business founder, Stacy is also focused on reshaping firm culture by fostering an environment that values creativity, balance, and long-term growth. By collaborating with like-minded partners, the HIVE Collaborative supports projects and teams in ways that are sustainable, purposeful, and deeply aligned with its core values.