Cortney Bruce

Cortney is the creative force behind East 9th, bringing vision, heart, and a deep love for home design to everything she does. What began as a design firm has grown—under her leadership—into a full-service Design + Build team with over forty years of combined experience in custom home building.

The name East 9th holds special meaning. Cortney’s very first home was at 123 East 9th Avenue—a 1960s fixer-upper full of potential (and college rental wear and tear). With the help of friends and family, she redesigned and renovated it from the ground up. Hearing people say, “I can’t believe this is the same house,” lit a spark that led her to pursue a career in home design and eventually launch East 9th.

Today, Cortney is passionate about helping clients create homes they truly love to live in. She works hand-in-hand with our build team to bring each project to life—balancing beauty, function, and authenticity in every detail.