One of the most common questions in the design process is:

“What’s your style?”

It sounds simple, but it often makes people freeze. Do I say mid-century modern? Coastal farmhouse? Minimalist? Is “warm” a style? What if I like vintage rugs and clean lines?

The truth is: design style isn’t one-size-fits-all, and your home doesn’t need to fit into a neat, Instagrammable label. In fact, trying to define your style with just one or two adjectives can limit your creativity and leave you feeling boxed in before you even begin.

Let’s change that.