Our Story

Let me start with my name “Rima” and its origin.  Before I was born, my father read the novel Green Mansions – published in 1904 by William H. Hudson and fell in love with the character "Rima" in the novel.  In 1959, Green Mansions – the movie debuted, and the role of “Rima” was played by actress Audrey Hepburn. Well, my dad always dreamed of having a little girl to name “Rima” - hence my beginning and my inspiration. 

Our family moved from California to Northern Virginia in 2013.  After a 25 year career in Information Technology and Project Management - I stepped away from my corporate life to embark on my dream of starting Green Mansions. 

It was in Virginia – that I began our home décor, vintage and curated gift business. After moving my business 11 times - the opportunity to purchase commercial space presented itself and we opened the doors to Green Mansions in our community of Leesburg, VA in 2016.  It was here that I could finally express myself in our brick-and-mortar; collaborating with artisans and provide design services for curated gifts. Opening our doors allowed us the privilege to meet such amazing and loving clients/friends and community. I never imagined that Green Mansions would curate thousands of gifts and bring so much joy to its recipients.