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Ready for Spring: Five Simple Swaps for a Fresh, Lighter Home
As the seasons shift, your home should too. Spring is the perfect time to refresh your space, not with a full redesign, but with thoughtful updates that make everything feel lighter, brighter, and more aligned with how you want to live right now.
Here are five simple swaps we love to transition a home into spring.
Performance Fabrics 101: Stylish, Practical, and Made for Real Life
If youβve ever hesitated to buy a light-colored sofa because of kids, pets, or everyday spills, youβre not alone. This is where performance fabrics come in. Theyβve completely changed the way I approach designβoffering beauty and practicality so you donβt have to choose between style and durability.
Plaids & Checks: The Fall Moment Weβre Loving
As the air turns crisp and the days get shorter, we find ourselves drawn to the timeless comfort of plaids and checks β patterns that feel both familiar and refreshingly new this fall. Once reserved for cozy cabins and classic tailoring, these motifs are being reimagined across interiors in refined, unexpected ways.
A Roundup of My Favorite Storage Solutions
One of the most common design dilemmas I hear from clients is: βWhere do we put everything?β Storage is about creating a home that feels calm, organized, and beautiful. Over the years, Iβve discovered a few tried-and-true storage solutions that not only work hard but also look great in any space. Hereβs my roundup of favorites:
Guest Room, Details, Kidsβ Room, Night Tables: A Few Favorite Moments from the Portfolio
I love when a home tells its story in the detailsβhow a guest is welcomed, where a child curls up with a book, the way a night table quietly holds lifeβs little essentials. Here are a few snapshots from recent projects and what makes each space work.
Designing for the Everyday: The Case for βBeautiful Practicalβ
We believe in beautiful homesβbut not the kind that ask you to live around them. Life is inherently messy: kids spill, dogs nap where they shouldnβt, shoes pile up, and the good throw blanket becomes a fort.
And yet, your home shouldnβt feel like itβs constantly in crisis. Thatβs where we lean into what we call βbeautiful practicalββa design philosophy that blends elevated aesthetics with everyday durability. Itβs not about compromise. Itβs about designing smart, with heart.
Hereβs how we help clients create spaces that are both stunning and livableβone decision at a time.
Soft Renovations: How to Rethink a Space Without a Gut Job
You donβt always need to take a sledgehammer to your space to feel like youβre living in something new. At Style and Space, we often guide clients through what we call soft renovationsβstrategic, design-driven updates that refresh the look and feel of a home without tearing it down to the studs.
These updates arenβt just budget-friendlyβtheyβre time-conscious, highly effective, and often where the magic happens.
Hereβs how we help clients reimagine their homesβno demo required!
Beyond βModernβ or βCozyβ: How to Find the Right Design Adjectives for Your Personal Style
One of the most common questions in the design process is:
βWhatβs your style?β
It sounds simple, but it often makes people freeze. Do I say mid-century modern? Coastal farmhouse? Minimalist? Is βwarmβ a style? What if I like vintage rugs and clean lines?
The truth is: design style isnβt one-size-fits-all, and your home doesnβt 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.
Letβs change that.
Designing a Flexible Space: How to Create a Room That Grows With You
Thereβs nothing more exciting (or practical!) than designing a space that can truly do it all. Whether youβre working with a smaller footprint or just want your home to flex with your lifestyle, a well-designed multi-functional room can make everyday life feel more seamless and inspired.
Hereβs how to create a flexible space that feels intentionalβno matter how youβre using it today, tomorrow, or five years from now.
How Custom Details and Finishing Touches Bring a Whole Home Together
Designing a home is more than just selecting paint colors or choosing the right sofaβit's about storytelling. Every space has the potential to reflect the personality, lifestyle, and aspirations of the people who live there. And while the big-ticket items make the initial impression, itβs the custom details and finishing touches that truly bring a home to life.
Family-Friendly Interior Design Trends for 2025: Where Style Meets Real Life
If you're like most families we work with, your home has to do a little bit of everything: playroom, work zone, dinner spot, cozy movie night hub, and maybe even a scooter racetrack on rainy days.
The good news? This yearβs design trends are full of inspiration for creating homes that are not only stylish but truly livable for life with little ones.
How to Style Shelves and Coffee Tables Like a Designer
A beautifully styled shelf or coffee table has the power to make a room feel complete, curated, and lived-in. Itβs that finishing layer that adds soul and personality to a space. But styling can also feel intimidatingβhow do you strike the right balance between effortless and intentional?
Here are some of my favorite designer tips to help you get it right.
Our March Favorites: Dreaming of Spring
The best way to get through winter is to look ahead to brighter days. This month, Iβm channeling grasscloth, greens, and pinksβhere are my favorite March finds!
Our Favorite February Finds: Staying Cozy and Feeling the Love
February is all about staying cozy, feeling the love, and enjoying the simple pleasures that make our homes feel warm and inviting. Whether you're hosting a game night, curling up with a book, or indulging in a favorite treat, it's the perfect time to surround yourself with beautiful, comforting pieces that enhance the mood of the season. This month, we're featuring products that bring warmth, style, and a little extra joy to your space, helping you embrace the best of winter while staying connected to what matters most.
How to Create a Mood Board and Find Inspiration for Your Interior Design Project
Embarking on a new design project is exciting, and the best way to set yourself up for success is to come prepared with a clear vision. A well-thought-out mood board can help translate your ideas into something tangible and cohesive, serving as a guiding light throughout the design process. Hereβs how to create your own mood board and gather inspiration to maximize your collaboration with an interior designer.
Our Favorite January Finds: Fresh Beginnings & Thoughtful Choices
As we step into the new year, it's all about creating spaces and moments that reflect intention, warmth, and style. From family-friendly boots to sophisticated dining tables, each of these selections brings a layer of functionality and beauty to your life. Whether itβs organizing your home, embracing cozy comfort, or preparing for upcoming travels, these are the things that inspire a balanced, creative, and inspired start to 2025.
Ready to Hire an Interior Designer? Here Are 10 Questions You Should Ask First
Choosing the right interior designer is an important step in transforming your space. Itβs not just about finding someone with great tasteβitβs about finding the perfect partner to bring your vision to life.
To help you navigate this process, weβve put together 10 essential questions to ask any interior designer before you start working together. These questions will help you align expectations, understand their process, and ensure youβre a great fit for each other.