Meet the BVI team

Bridget and her husband, Erik, work together as a dynamic team to offer comprehensive home services, including Interior Design, Real Estate, and Home Watch.

Meet the BVI team

Bridget and her husband, Erik, work together as a dynamic team to offer comprehensive home services, including Interior Design, Real Estate, and Home Watch.

BRIDGET VANDENBURGH

Owner, Lead Interior Designer

Bridget Vandenburgh is the Founder and President of Bridget Vandenburgh Interiors, Inc., an interior design firm serving Fort Myers, Sanibel, and Captiva Islands. With over 30 years of experience, Bridget has been transforming spaces since 1992.

Bridget holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design with a minor in Business from Mount Saint Joseph College in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was a member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) from 1988 to 2024 and earned a Green Leaders Certificate in 2009 after completing an intensive sustainable home furnishings course endorsed by the Sustainable Furnishings Council.

Before relocating to the warmth and beauty of Sanibel Island, Bridget spent 10 years as the owner of Woods Interiors in Lancaster, Ohio. Since 2005, she has been designing spaces in the Sanibel & Captiva Islands and the Fort Myers area. In 2017, she opened a design studio on Sanibel, showcasing her passion for coastal-inspired décor.

After Hurricane Ian, Bridget continued her work from herFort Myers warehouse location, designing beautiful and functional homes and condominiums spaces for clients throughout Southwest Florida. Known for building strong relationships, she offers a collaborative design process characterized by attentive listening, thoughtful guidance, and a sincere commitment to her clients’ needs. With her deep product knowledge and attention to detail, Bridget expertly leads projects to successful completion.

Her longstanding partnerships with local contractors, workrooms, and furniture vendors are key to delivering exceptional results. Clients return to Bridget year after year, confident in her ability to manage projects of any size with the same level of dedication and excellence.

Bridget opened her new Fort Myers store in 2024.

BRIDGET VANDENBURGH

Owner, Lead Interior Designer

Bridget Vandenburgh is the Founder and President of Bridget Vandenburgh Interiors, Inc., an interior design firm serving Fort Myers, Sanibel, and Captiva Islands. With over 30 years of experience, Bridget has been transforming spaces since 1992.

Bridget holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design with a minor in Business from Mount Saint Joseph College in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was a member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) from 1988 to 2024 and earned a Green Leaders Certificate in 2009 after completing an intensive sustainable home furnishings course endorsed by the Sustainable Furnishings Council.

Before relocating to the warmth and beauty of Sanibel Island, Bridget spent 10 years as the owner of Woods Interiors in Lancaster, Ohio. Since 2005, she has been designing spaces in the Sanibel & Captiva Islands and the Fort Myers and area. In 2017, she opened a design studio on Sanibel, showcasing her passion for coastal-inspired décor.

After Hurricane Ian, Bridget continued her work from her Fort Myers warehouse location, designing beautiful and functional homes and condominiums spaces for clients throughout Southwest Florida. Known for building strong relationships, she offers a collaborative design process characterized by attentive listening, thoughtful guidance, and a sincere commitment to her clients’ needs. With her deep product knowledge and attention to detail, Bridget expertly leads projects to successful completion.

Her longstanding partnerships with local contractors, workrooms, and furniture vendors are key to delivering exceptional results. Clients return to Bridget year after year, confident in her ability to manage projects of any size with the same level of dedication and excellence.

Bridget opened her new Fort Myers store in 2024.

ERIK VANDENBURGH

Vice President

Erik Vandenburgh brings more than 30 years of customer service, sales, and management experience to Southwest Florida’s real estate market. Originally from Buffalo, New York, Erik attended the University at Buffalo, where he studied Sports Management before beginning his hospitality career at South Seas Plantation on Captiva Island in 1993.

Over the years, Erik built a successful career in sales and management throughout Southwest Florida, earning a reputation for exceptional customer service, strong communication skills, and a commitment to exceeding client expectations. His extensive knowledge of the region—including Fort Myers, Sanibel, Captiva, local beaches, schools, arts, dining, and entertainment—allows him to provide valuable insight to both buyers and sellers.

Licensed as a Florida Real Estate Professional since 2017 and currently affiliated with Premiere Plus Realty, Erik is dedicated to helping clients navigate the real estate process with confidence. He works closely alongside his wife, Bridget Vandenburgh, combining expertise in home presentation, interior design, and real estate marketing to help homeowners maximize value and achieve outstanding results.

In addition to his real estate career, Erik serves as Vice President of Bridget Vandenburgh Interiors, where he oversees operations, project management, and logistics. His attention to detail and dedication to excellence contribute to the continued success of both businesses.

An active member of the Southwest Florida community, Erik enjoys golf, fishing, boating, church activities, and supporting local charitable fundraisers. A lifelong Buffalo Bills fan, he eagerly follows football season each year. As a proud member of S.C.I.S., Erik remains committed to supporting and preserving the island communities he loves.

Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing, Erik is dedicated to providing professional guidance, personalized service, and the results you deserve.

ERIK VANDENBURGH

Vice President

Erik Vandenburgh brings more than 30 years of customer service, sales, and management experience to Southwest Florida’s real estate market. Originally from Buffalo, New York, Erik attended the University at Buffalo, where he studied Sports Management before beginning his hospitality career at South Seas Plantation on Captiva Island in 1993.

Over the years, Erik built a successful career in sales and management throughout Southwest Florida, earning a reputation for exceptional customer service, strong communication skills, and a commitment to exceeding client expectations. His extensive knowledge of the region—including Fort Myers, Sanibel, Captiva, local beaches, schools, arts, dining, and entertainment—allows him to provide valuable insight to both buyers and sellers.

Licensed as a Florida Real Estate Professional since 2017 and currently affiliated with Premiere Plus Realty, Erik is dedicated to helping clients navigate the real estate process with confidence. He works closely alongside his wife, Bridget Vandenburgh, combining expertise in home presentation, interior design, and real estate marketing to help homeowners maximize value and achieve outstanding results.

In addition to his real estate career, Erik serves as Vice President of Bridget Vandenburgh Interiors, where he oversees operations, project management, and logistics. His attention to detail and dedication to excellence contribute to the continued success of both businesses.

An active member of the Southwest Florida community, Erik enjoys golf, fishing, boating, church activities, and supporting local charitable fundraisers. A lifelong Buffalo Bills fan, he eagerly follows football season each year. As a proud member of S.C.I.S., Erik remains committed to supporting and preserving the island communities he loves.

Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing, Erik is dedicated to providing professional guidance, personalized service, and the results you deserve.

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