Meet the Founders
Maureen and Sadé
Maureen and Sadé met at a retreat designed for creative moms. After a quick connection and lots of chatting (Maureen sharing her ideas about Our House, education, parenting and Sadé sharing ideas about wellness and design, accessibility and a nourishing life for all - the wheels immediately began turning and a business partnership organically fell into place.
At Our House, together, Maureen and Sadé challenge traditional norms by offering a multigenerational space that caters to both caregivers and children. Maureen's passion for equity is reflected in the open play area and curated family programming, while Sadé's dedication to ethical, accessible, and intentional living comes to life in the Our House Market and café.
Dr. Maureen Nicol
Meet Dr. Maureen Nicol, educator, community curator, and digital creator. With a doctorate from Columbia and a background in education, Maureen will be charged with all things family, kids, and the play space. For the past two years, she has been actively engaged in the family, community, and early childhood scenes, conducting focus groups and piloting programs with early childhood facilitators, coffee shops, and families. Maureen is ready to embark on this journey and invite others to join in building a space that fosters joy, equity, and empowerment for families of color in Baltimore.
Sadé Mckoy
Meet Sadé Mckoy, a wellness advocate with a background in interior design and public health who is passionate about thoughtful design and healthy food options for all. Sadé firmly believes that everyone deserves to grow up in an environment specially fostered for them to thrive. This fundamental belief serves as the guiding principle behind her work, ensuring that thoughtful design and healthy living are accessible to all. In exploring the interconnectedness between wellness and design, she’s focused on curating a thoughtful product line of sustainable goods, wellness essentials and healthy alternatives for conscious living.