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Posted in: Interior Design, Projects

May 28, 2026

Why Interior Design Should Start Before Construction

Most people think interior design starts after the build. But some of our favorite projects begin long before construction ever starts. The term “interior design” can feel a little broad these days. Some designers focus on styling and furnishing once the home is complete. Others, like us, are involved from the very beginning, helping shape […]

Posted in: Interior Design

May 21, 2026

Designing a home that feels calm, even on busy days

As a mom, I know exactly what those chaotic days are like. I have two small kids while also running an entire business. If you can take one thing from me, it’s this. You can have all of these things and still live in style. I work with a lot of families, and many of them […]

Posted in: Interior Design

May 14, 2026

The Design Mistakes That Ruin a Good Floor Plan

Here’s a hot take: decisions architects make on the outside, don’t always make sense on the inside. The exterior? Stunning. A solid 10 out of 10.But then you step inside and think… why is there a window there? A floor plan can look perfect on paper and still feel slightly off when you start using your […]

Posted in: Interior Design, Projects

May 7, 2026

Interior Designer For a Day Service – How It Works

Interior Designer For a Day Service – How It Works

Is This a Service for You? You know what you love, it just hasn’t quite come together yet. Maybe you’ve been thinking about refreshing your home for months, but keep putting it off because you’re worried about getting it wrong.Or maybe your space feels almost there, but something is missing and you can’t quite figure […]

Posted in: Interior Design

May 1, 2026

Pinterest vs Real Life

We love Pinterest and we love Instagram. We save beautiful kitchens at 11pm and feel convinced that the secret to having our life together might just be a warmer white paint color and a very expensive looking coffee table. There is absolutely nothing wrong with gathering inspiration online. You’ll find, most interior designers use Pinterest […]

Posted in: Interior Design

April 23, 2026

Etiquette When Hiring An Interior Designer

Hiring an interior designer is exciting! It usually means something is changing.. a renovation, a move, a fresh start, or finally creating a home that feels the way you’ve always wanted it to. But something that doesn’t get talked about very often is the relationship between client and designer. While the outcome is beautiful, the […]

Posted in: Interior Design, Personal, Projects

April 16, 2026

Things I Learned From Designing My Own Home

Designing your own home sounds like a dream… until you’re the one making every single decision. Back in January 2025, I got the opportunity to work with a builder on designing a semi-custom spec home. And I took it. I’ve designed homes for countless clients, so I know the process inside and out. I understand […]

Posted in: Interior Design

April 2, 2026

Why Hardware and Lighting Is The Jewelry Of Your Home

When people renovate, their focus naturally goes to the big decisions first.They tend to allocate more of their budget to the “larger” elements like the sofa or the type of stone for their countertops. And while those choices absolutely matter, they’re not what make a home feel finished. That’s what happens in the final layer. […]

Posted in: Interior Design, Lifestyle, Trends

February 18, 2026

Designing With Intention Before Spring Arrives

Spring gets all the attention when it comes to home projects. It’s the “spring cleaning” and “let’s redo everything” kind of energy. But if I’m being honest, the real magic happens before spring arrives. Late winter is when people stop romanticising their homes and start seeing them clearly. You’ve lived in the space through winter. […]

Posted in: Interior Design

January 27, 2026

Who to Hire First: A Contractor, an Interior Designer, or an Architect

Who to Hire First? Understanding the Right Order for Your Home Build or Remodel Many homeowners ask the same question when starting a new build or home remodeling project:“Who should be hired first, a designer, a builder, or an architect?” In my five years as an interior designer, I’ve watched many projects unfold from start […]