Olive Tree Design Build

10/06/2026

Not every Olive Tree project is neutral.
Not every Olive Tree project is moody.
Not every Olive Tree project looks like it belongs in a magazine.
The goal has never been creating homes that look like mine.
The goal is creating homes that feel like yours.
Sometimes that means soft layers and quiet palettes.
Sometimes that means a bright pink piano.
The best spaces aren't copies.
They're personal.

Photo: Sarah Jane Photography

09/20/2026

We know it feels a little early to be thinking about Christmas... but we’re already dreaming about it over here. ✨

This year, Olive Tree is offering something BRAND NEW: full-service holiday decorating!

Think beyond simply decorating the tree. We’ll help create a custom holiday look for your home from start to finish, beginning with a design consultation where we’ll talk through your vision, style, budget and timing.

From there, we can take care of it all, thoughtfully designing your holiday spaces, sourcing and purchasing the décor, installation and styling, and even taking it all down when the season is over.

You get to enjoy a beautifully decorated home without spending weeks shopping, unpacking boxes and trying to pull it all together yourself.

We’re keeping our holiday decorating schedule limited for our first year, and we’re already booking!

If you’d love to have Olive Tree transform your home for the holidays, now is the time to start planning. Send us a message to inquire and schedule an initial design meeting. 🌿🎄

09/18/2026

You saw the article, now hear the conversation! 🎙️

As part of their Women to Watch feature, Alissa and Emalee sat down with Y107 to share a little more about their stories, their work, and the lives behind Olive Tree.

If you’d like to get to know the ladies behind the designs a little better, give their conversation a listen!

Click the link below, then find Alissa Welschmeyer + Emalee Gilberg to listen.

https://y107.com/women-to-watch/

And a big thank you again to Inside Columbia and Y107 for giving us the opportunity to share more of our story! 🌿

09/14/2026

We’ve been a little quiet around here, but that definitely doesn’t mean we haven’t been busy! 🌿

There’s been a lot happening behind the scenes at Olive Tree, and we have so much we’re excited to start sharing with you.

What better way to jump back in than with some exciting news?!

We are so excited to share that Alissa and Emalee were featured as two of Inside Columbia’s 2026 Women to Watch!

So much of what we do at Olive Tree is about creating spaces that feel personal, thoughtful and completely unique to the people who live in them. It’s pretty special to have the women behind that work recognized in our community.

Thank you, Inside Columbia, for including us!

As a child, Alissa Welschmeyer was constantly rearranging furniture, sketching floor plans and imagining how spaces could function better. This passion led her to earn a degree in Architectural Studies – Interior Design from the University of Missouri before moving to Kansas City, where she helped...

03/19/2026

to the Olive Tree team’s trip to last year! 💡

We strive to remain intentionally attuned to what’s emerging in the industry. We value staying connected to new ideas and thoughtfully exploring what our trusted partners and vendors are introducing!

03/17/2026

🍀 Green + Gold 🌟
A timelessly elegant combination!

03/06/2026

🌿 In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating the creativity, leadership, and vision of women everywhere.
As a woman-owned and operated business, Olive Tree is proud to bring a thoughtful, intentional approach to the homes and communities we serve.

03/03/2026

02/23/2026

✨ Meet Alissa, founder of Olive Tree Design Build and curator of everyday luxury

She’s passionate about partnering with families to create homes that tell their story, balancing character and visionary design with practical functionality. Alissa brings to life spaces that are as beautiful for everyday moments as they are for meaningful gatherings.

A proud native of Columbia, Missouri, Alissa is deeply rooted in her community and brings a fresh perspective to residential design in the Midwest. Outside of work, she enjoys time with her family, tending to her collection of more than 100 house plants, and exploring creative pursuits like painting and crafting.

02/01/2026

We’re excited to be putting the finishing touches on another whole-home remodel! While we’re not ready to share the full reveal just yet, these details offer a glimpse of what’s to come ✨