meet Amy Kelly

Amy was born and raised on the sun-drenched beaches of Destin, Florida. As a fourth generation native, Amy's deep roots along the Emerald Coast stemmed from Mattie Kelly, her great grandmother and Destin matriarch. An innate love of culture and the arts flowed from Mattie into all that surrounded her. It bonded her family and still resonates in the community today as Mattie's legacy lives on through the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation. This influence touched Amy at a young age as she became enthralled with all forms of design. Amy believes the same family heritage that molded her led to her career in Interior Design. 

After graduating from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design and minor in Business, Amy completed her formal training in Florence, Italy earning a Master’s Degree in Interior and Product Design from Accademia Italiana. When Amy’s time in Florence came to an end she made the decision to move to South Florida and explore the industry. She worked with a variety of high-end designers but as fate brought her back home, she finally found her match with Janet Taylor of Grayton Beach, founder of Janet Taylor Interiors. Amy started with Janet as an assistant, and after 10 years of dedication as Janet imagined her path to retirement, the transition to Amy’s own design studio came naturally in 2018.

Today, Après Sun delivers full service designs from concept to completion ranging from large scale residences to extensive remodels and luxury vacation homes. Amy and her team work with architects, builders, artisans, and specialized trades people to bring distinct visions to life. Amy describes her design style as “natural coastal elegance” - light filled rooms, colorful textiles, and earthy textures are elements that always distinguish an Après Sun project.

experience the DIFFERENCE

Amy's extensive background brings a unique perspective and provides a solid foundation for Apres Sun. Navigating the family real estate business for 12 years and managing 80+ investment properties in Destin, Florida, she brings a wealth of knowledge that seamlessly translates into the Apres Sun experience.

Every Après Sun project is managed with your investment in mind, ensuring each one is completed on time and on budget. This business acumen, honed through years of navigating the financial aspects of real estate—including budgeting and maximizing return on investment—equips her to advise clients on the best ‘bang for your buck’, whether vacation rentals or primary residence.

Understanding the operational side of investments allows her to manage projects with the same dedication and efficiency, ensuring a seamless process with architects, builders, artisans, and tradesmen. This expertise allows Apres Sun to offer efficient management while creating aesthetically pleasing and functional spaces that resonate with clients, while enhancing the environment and experience for every guest.

“Whether a luxury rental property or primary residence, the environment you offer your guests is one of the most important elements of your home.”