ABOUT US
The Violet Aster is a residential design studio specializing in fully custom homes, renovations and interiors. Based in York, South Carolina, our work is rooted in the region’s architectural heritage and guided by thoughtful planning, proportion, and lasting livability.
Meet the Designer
Anna Coltey is the founder and principal designer of The Violet Aster.
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She holds an engineering degree from University of Colorado and brings more than 20 years of experience preparing construction documents, leading design coordination, and managing civil construction projects. Her professional background includes service in the U.S. Navy Construction Force and Civil Engineer Corps, where she collaborated with engineers and architects to manage design and construction for multi-million-dollar government facilities.
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After years of contributing to large-scale public works, Anna turned her focus toward residential design while designing and building her own home. What began as a deeply personal project evolved into a clear calling: creating thoughtfully designed homes that bring the depth and intentionality of high-end design to a broader range of homeowners.
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As a principal-led studio, The Violet Aster offers clients direct collaboration, attentive communication, and a disciplined design process shaped by both technical expertise and hands-on construction experience.