Uplifting collaboration is at the heart of space therapy with Thistle & Amber…

“Johanna was able to quickly, accurately, and constructively identify pain points within our business, which has led to incredible growth and change. Specifically, we used Thistle & Amber's expertise to help us quickly transform our tasting room, including retail, into a month-long holiday pop-up market event that included wine tastings, live music, art and more. During a single contracted season, Johanna directed social media, provided photography, designed promotions, coordinated artists/vendors, fostered community connections and involvement, and made significant changes in our tasting room space. Johanna's contributions greatly enhanced customer experience, sparked interest, and increased sales. Johanna brought her entrepreneurial spirit and creative vision to our projects and helped us clear paths for future progress.” - Luke Nilles, General Manager, Seven Hawks Vineyards

“Johanna brought a wealth of skills to the desiging of spaces, which included sharpening the focus on purpose and use, storytelling, branding, and so much more.  I love working with Johanna and know in a deep way that her ideas, suggestions, and arrangements have transformed how we approach our businesses of hospitality and retail.  The results are immeasurable!” - Anne Conway, Manager, Prairie Island Campground

“One great tip Johanna gave me was to consider my design goals and the timeline in which I wanted to accomplish them. I found it very relaxing and enjoyable making small changes and seeing the progress piece by piece. My work with Johanna has given me the confidence to design my home in a way that truly reflects my personality. I am excited to see the transformation every time I look around. Johanna really takes time to listen to you.  She provided me with great advice on how to repurpose some of my furniture in a way that I would never have come up with on my own.” - Rita W., Winona, Minnesota

Each client brings their own set of life circumstances, challenges, and hopes and dreams for the future.

“When I was looking to refresh my home office, Johanna helped me see my space through a thoughtful lens.  The space I wanted help with was small, in a basement, and needed to be completed within a small budget. I felt a bit shy about bringing someone into the space, but the consultation felt safe, and non-judgmental.  As I write this review from my refreshed workspace, I continue to be thankful for her ability to see my space not only as a place to get work done, but also as a place which honors my well-being.” - Julie F., Winona, Minnesota

“Over the course of two and half years Johanna transformed all of the spaces in my life for the better. The way she approached projects was like nothing I had experienced before; there is genuine intimacy and a holistic quality in her method. She cared about the overall functionality of each room as well as the smallest details. She made spaces work, flow, and feel like ‘me’. The areas she designed have stood the test of time and are still serving me, my family, and my business beautifully after years of use.” - Birla H., Altadena, California

“Johanna is masterful at coming into a space full of chaos and calmly, intelligently and with great patience and humor, transforming the space into one of beauty and organization. Her brilliance is to majestically create an environment, which includes the room, furniture and decor into its highest potential. While preparing to move from one house to another, Johanna was a godsend.“ - Miranda B., Altadena, California