Your story, beautifully told.

Underscore Studio is a boutique creative storytelling practice that provides clients with original, engaging, page-turning pieces of writing. We specialize in working with professionals in architecture, real estate, the visual arts, higher education, and design. Principal Sarah Archer is the award-winning author of several books, with years of experience working in museums and galleries, and an extensive portfolio of published articles and essays. Since 2014, she has worked with a range of wonderful clients including 1stDibs, Knightsbridge Park, Doyle New York, The Hudson Company, The Tyler School of Art, Christie’s International Real Estate, Lang Architecture, and Herman Miller, among others.

What Clients Are Saying

 

Doyle

"Sarah has deep knowledge of art history, design and popular culture. Combined with her writing skills, vocabulary and wit, she provides a fresh and sophisticated perspective to any writing project."

– Laura Doyle, CEO Doyle New York

 

The Hudson Company

“Sarah is a thoughtful and nuanced writer who has given a clear voice to The Hudson Company brand. She is a pleasure to work with, always meets deadlines, and has innovative and creative ideas for our content.” 

– Jamie Hammel, President, The Hudson Company

 

Knightsbridge Park

“Sarah has become our go-to writer when we need something done perfectly--the first time. Working with luxury clients like the Four Seasons Residences, it’s our imperative to reach the most affluent and discerning customers. Sarah has an uncanny knack for crafting content that speaks to these prospective consumers, blending a deep knowledge of design with a distinctive and unpretentious authorial voice.” 

– Jared Seeger, Founder, KBP

 

Jeannie Quinn

"Sarah Archer seems to write as easily as the rest of us breathe.  Her delightful prose is invariably well-researched, witty, and stylish.  I’ve worked with her as an editor, and she’s able to let your voice speak while adding those enviable qualities to your writing as well— and she’s a joy to work with."

– Jeannie Quinn, University of Colorado at Boulder

 

Lisa Roberts

"Sarah is a great editor. She improves your writing, clarifying the content and giving it a clever turn of phrase. She is particularly great at creating the synopsis found on the back of book that intrigues the reader into buying it. It worked for me!"

– Lisa Roberts, My Design Life

Lang Architecture

"Sarah is a valued writing partner who is passionate about all aspects of design. She's an avid listener and storyteller who collaborates in consistently additive ways with our team."

– Drew Lang, Lang Architecture