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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, 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: Personal

March 12, 2026

How Motherhood Shapes the Way I Design Homes

Motherhood didn’t make me lower my design standards. If anything, it raised them. Because when you’re living in a home with children, you understand very quickly that beauty alone isn’t enough. A space can look stunning in photos, but if it can’t handle real life, it won’t feel good to live in. And I care […]