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What You’re Really Hiring a Designer For (Hint: It’s Not Just the Pretty Stuff)
What You’re Really Hiring a Designer For (Hint: It’s Not Just the Pretty Stuff) Most people assume they’re hiring an interior designer to help pick out paint colors, furniture, and pretty tile. And yes, that’s part of it, but that’s not actually the reason most of my clients hire me. In my experience, there are…
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The Truth About Construction Timelines (and How to Stay Sane)
The Truth About Construction Timelines (and How to Stay Sane) If you’re building or renovating a home, there’s a moment where things suddenly feel overwhelming, and it usually comes sooner than you think. It’s not because your builder is doing anything wrong.It’s because no one told you just how many decisions you’d need to make,…
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Paint is a Liar: Why Color is Tricky and What to Do About It
Paint is a Liar: Why Color is Tricky and What to Do About It There’s always one room that feels off.You’ve bought beautiful tile, chosen the perfect hardware, even found a sofa you love, but something still isn’t working. Nine times out of ten, the problem is paint. Paint seems simple. You choose a color,…
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Designing a Cohesive Home: 3 Mistakes to Avoid
When you walk into a home that just feels right, chances are it wasn’t an accident. A cohesive home has an identity, one that reflects the people living there. It flows room to room, tells a story through a mix of finishes and textures, and feels warm without being overdone. But cohesion doesn’t mean “matching…
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What It’s Really Like to Work with a Designer During a Kitchen Renovation
“Is hiring an interior designer really necessary?” I get this question all the time—and honestly, I totally understand why people ask. A kitchen remodel is a big deal. It’s exciting, but also full of decisions, deadlines, and details that can quickly get overwhelming. That’s where a designer comes in. When you work with someone who’s…
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Freshen Up Your Home for Summer: 5 Easy Interior Updates
Summer is the season of color and new energy. Just like we refresh our wardrobes and routines, giving your home a seasonal refresh can lift your mood, increase functionality, and make entertaining a breeze. Here are five easy ways to freshen up your home for the sunnier months – without a major renovation. Update 1:…
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The 2025 Interior Design Trends You’ll Want to Try Now
Every new year brings exciting new waves of inspiration to the world of interiors — and 2025 is no exception. Whether you’re planning a full home refresh or just want a few easy updates, staying ahead of the trends can make your space feel fresh, stylish, and intentional.Today, I’m sharing the top design trends that…
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How to get the Nancy Meyers Aesthetic at home
Photo Credit from Top Left to Bottom Right: via Pinterest, Old Silver Shed, Henri Interiors, Camille Alexandra Interiors With spring in the air here in Tennessee I’ve been drawn to more of a natural and authentic design style. I’ve been baking sourdough bread and have gone on more walks around our neighborhood, just craving the…
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Quartz vs. Marble | Which is better for me and my kitchen?
Character is defined as the distinctive nature of something, or the quality of being individual in an interesting or unusual way. The character of natural stone breathes depth into a room, however some see the stone to have chaos or imperfections within it’s streaks. Whether you see character or chaos, we’re going to talk about…