Meet Betsy Wentz, Owner and Principal Interior Designer

Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Betsy Wentz is an award-winning interior designer known for her vibrant use of color and pattern. After earning a master’s degree in mental health counseling, Betsy blended her background in psychology with a lifelong love of design to create spaces that feel joyful, deeply personal, and liveable, wherever that may be.

In 2011, she founded her full-service interior design firm, Betsy Wentz Interior Design. Ever since, she’s been serving clients across Pittsburgh, the East Coast, the Midwest, and the South, especially Maine, Florida, Ohio, and Dallas, Texas. Today, her Sewickley showroom is a truly immersive setting where her clients can see and feel fabrics, wallpapers, paint colors, and custom furnishings.

Her work has been featured in House Beautiful, Traditional Home, VERANDA, and Elle Décor, among others, and she’s been recognized by Pittsburgh Magazine for Best Overall Design and Best Renovation.

Betsy’s first book, Design Happy (Gibbs Smith, 2023), celebrates family homes filled with color, pattern, and personality. She is a member of the Design Leadership Network and was selected as a designer for the Kips Bay Showhouse, Palm Beach, in 2022 and 2024. She was also chosen a a featured designer for the Hamptons Designer Showhouse, New York, in 2019 and 2025.

Meet the BWID Team

We’re a collaborative, creative, and organized group that’s passionate about bringing beauty, comfort, and joy to every project. Together, we’ll help you create a home that reflects what makes you happiest.

Laura Buerger
Office Manager

The glue that keeps the design studio organized and upbeat, Laura ensures everything runs smoothly, from client schedules to payments.

“I enjoy problem-solving and being surrounded by creative people – BWID is an inspiring and fun place to be.”

Taylor combines creativity, a keen eye, and coordination to ensure every project runs smoothly and reflects each client’s vision.

“Family is at the heart of everything I do. The best designs are ones that evoke emotion and create lasting memories.”

Courtnie DiPaola
Logistics Manager

Courtnie coordinates every moving part behind the scenes, making sure every order, delivery, and installation unfolds seamlessly.

“As a mom of four, I thrive on the challenge of juggling multiple details. Seeing a project come together is really satisfying.”

Sara Fisanick Interior Designer

Sara’s passion for architecture and her calm, can-do attitude make her the go-to for transforming ideas into beautifully finished spaces.

“I love to travel, which evolved into a passion for architecture and learning how to blend timeless design with modern functionality.”