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The 5 Best Bedding Combinations for a Cool & Cozy Summer

Why You Should Refresh Your Bedding for Summer There’s something about summer that makes everything…

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Remi Tabletop Terracotta Planter

Okiwam Women’s Oversized Sweaters Long Sleeve Crewneck

The Dry Body Oil

Berry & Thread Silver Metal Napkin Ring

Folding Tray Table

Understated Leather Honeymoon Midi Dress

Triomphe Square Sunglasses

Linen Napa Tablecloth

Murphy Floor Lamp

Patelai Set of Caviar Spoons Mother of Pearl Spoons

Woven Garden Trug Basket

Alba White Alabaster Dual Wall Sconce

Moroccan Quartz Geode

European Linen Sheet Set

Medium Crescent Bag

Brooke Coastal Beach Natural Wood Beveled Round Wall Mirror

Coral Frame

Tommy Chair

The April Edit:
Spring Has Officially Arrived

April is what spring is all about … it feels like the month where everything…

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Edy Bucket Sink

Riviera Ripple Wood Mirror

Caviar Cowboy Cap

Halston Leather Sling Chair

Checkerboard Hand-Knotted Wool Rug

Michel Tote

The Cascade Dress

Carrousel in Paris – Limited Edition 4 of 20 Photograph

Miracle Balm

Small Pleasures by Grace Elizabeth Coffee Table Book

Beane Basket

Juliska Tuileries Garden French Natural Woven Abaca Food Covers

The July Edit: Enjoy the Small Pleasures

Cheers to our first official summer in the Tumalo Ranch home in Bend, Oregon! We…

Transform your Home: Tips for Staging and Furnishings

When it comes to staging, think of it as giving your home a facelift. There’s…

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Design in progress✨

We’re currently in the concept phase for a full furnishings and light refresh project at our ‘Tetherow Timber House’ project. A home with mountain modern roots, lots of reclaimed wood, and a natural warmth we want to preserve. This one doesn’t need a full remodel; it just needs the right updates in the right places.

In the kitchen, we’re keeping the existing cabinetry but introducing new counters, new paint for cabinetry, updated lighting, and refined hardware to give it a fresh, elevated feel without losing its character. Just off the kitchen, we’re designing a new bar area — a small but impactful space we’re making “its own moment” with moodier materials, rich finishes, and layered textures to make it feel collected and intentional.

Sometimes it’s not about reinventing the space, it’s about revealing what’s already there and bringing it to life in a new way.

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Design in progress✨
We’re currently in the concept phase for a full furnishings and light refresh project at our ‘Tetherow Timber House’ project. A home with mountain modern roots, lots of reclaimed wood, and a natural warmth we want to preserve. This one doesn’t need a full remodel; it just needs the right updates in the right places.
In the kitchen, we’re keeping the existing cabinetry but introducing new counters, new paint for cabinetry, updated lighting, and refined hardware to give it a fresh, elevated feel without losing its character. Just off the kitchen, we’re designing a new bar area — a small but impactful space we’re making “its own moment” with moodier materials, rich finishes, and layered textures to make it feel collected and intentional.
Sometimes it’s not about reinventing the space, it’s about revealing what’s already there and bringing it to life in a new way.

Christmas recipes... Just good food, cozy pajamas, and something warm in a mug.

This is Part 5 and the final chapter of our ‘A Martha Season’ holiday series, and we’re closing it out with the things that feel quintessential to us: the recipes our kids always ask for, the pajamas we live in all December, and the little touches that make the whole house feel warmer.

And if you have been following along, you know I’m a self-proclaimed horrible cook-so these are the recipes ANYONE can make. 🙂

P.S. The pink dip is honestly something our family and friends call “crack dip” it’s a recipe passed down from my grandma and everybody loves it.

Save this post and share it with whoever you’re cooking with — your holiday made simple with these recipes!

If you want links to everything we picked to recreate the feeling (from the food to the fashion to the cozy accents) comment ‘SHOP’ and I’ll send them your way.

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Christmas recipes... Just good food, cozy pajamas, and something warm in a mug.
This is Part 5 and the final chapter of our ‘A Martha Season’ holiday series, and we’re closing it out with the things that feel quintessential to us: the recipes our kids always ask for, the pajamas we live in all December, and the little touches that make the whole house feel warmer.
And if you have been following along, you know I’m a self-proclaimed horrible cook-so these are the recipes ANYONE can make. :)
P.S. The pink dip is honestly something our family and friends call “crack dip” it’s a recipe passed down from my grandma and everybody loves it.
Save this post and share it with whoever you’re cooking with — your holiday made simple with these recipes!
If you want links to everything we picked to recreate the feeling (from the food to the fashion to the cozy accents) comment ‘SHOP’ and I’ll send them your way.

HOLIDAY GIVEAWAY 🎄

In the spirit of the season, I’m gifting one of you a Designer for a Day virtual experience (broken into two highly-focused sessions) designed to give you the clarity, confidence, and direction your project has been missing. Let’s make your home feel like the haven you dream and deserve. ❤️

During our time together, we’ll dive into whatever you need most. Whether that’s refining room layouts, dialing in materials, choosing paint + finishes, planning lighting, building your palette… whatever will move your project forward. These sessions are always so fun to do and shockingly productive.

HOW TO ENTER:
- Like this post
- Make sure you’re following @clouz_houz
- Tag 3 friends in the comments
- Bonus entry: Comment your city!

I truly can’t thank you enough for your support this year. Whether you comment, save designs, ask questions, or simply enjoy following along. This community means the world to me. ❤️

(Winner announced December 17th. Session can be booked after the New Year - must be scheduled one month in advance so we can prep! Available nationwide).

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HOLIDAY GIVEAWAY 🎄
In the spirit of the season, I’m gifting one of you a Designer for a Day virtual experience (broken into two highly-focused sessions) designed to give you the clarity, confidence, and direction your project has been missing. Let’s make your home feel like the haven you dream and deserve. ❤️
During our time together, we’ll dive into whatever you need most. Whether that’s refining room layouts, dialing in materials, choosing paint + finishes, planning lighting, building your palette… whatever will move your project forward. These sessions are always so fun to do and shockingly productive.
HOW TO ENTER:
- Like this post
- Make sure you’re following @clouz_houz
- Tag 3 friends in the comments
- Bonus entry: Comment your city!
I truly can’t thank you enough for your support this year. Whether you comment, save designs, ask questions, or simply enjoy following along. This community means the world to me. ❤️
(Winner announced December 17th. Session can be booked after the New Year - must be scheduled one month in advance so we can prep! Available nationwide).

A little greenery goes a long way and the right garland goes even farther... I’m not decorating this year, but putting this together reminded me how much joy the little things bring.

If Christmas snuck up on you (same), this is your sign: you don’t need a full makeover to make your home feel festive. A strand of good garland, a ribbon moment, and a few twinkly lights.

Comment ‘HOLIDAY’ and I’ll send over our favorite garlands, plus the prettiest bows + ribbons to finish the look!

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A little greenery goes a long way and the right garland goes even farther... I’m not decorating this year, but putting this together reminded me how much joy the little things bring.
If Christmas snuck up on you (same), this is your sign: you don’t need a full makeover to make your home feel festive. A strand of good garland, a ribbon moment, and a few twinkly lights.
Comment ‘HOLIDAY’ and I’ll send over our favorite garlands, plus the prettiest bows + ribbons to finish the look!

In my 40s, I was a stay-at-home mom, my husband had lost his job, and we were having to sell the home we’d poured our hearts into.

Over the years, I’d designed and renovated our own spaces, even worked with an architect on our most ambitious project yet, and helped friends here and there. But never thought it could be my career.

Then our realtor asked, “Who designed this?” When I said it was me, she said: “Allison… why aren’t you doing this for a living?”

I didn’t have a degree or a portfolio… just grit, a dream I didn’t know I was holding, and three kids watching me start over. So I took the leap and launched Allison Clouser Interiors.

That leap became Clouz Houz—projects across the country, virtual clients, offering full-service work in Oregon and (now!) middle Tennessee.

Somehow, along the way, our work started getting noticed. A gift I still don’t take for granted.

If you’re at the edge of something scary, know this: you’re never too old, too late, or too far behind.

You can start fresh.
You can build the life you’ve dreamed of.
You can surprise yourself.

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In my 40s, I was a stay-at-home mom, my husband had lost his job, and we were having to sell the home we’d poured our hearts into.
Over the years, I’d designed and renovated our own spaces, even worked with an architect on our most ambitious project yet, and helped friends here and there. But never thought it could be my career.
Then our realtor asked, “Who designed this?” When I said it was me, she said: “Allison… why aren’t you doing this for a living?”
I didn’t have a degree or a portfolio… just grit, a dream I didn’t know I was holding, and three kids watching me start over. So I took the leap and launched Allison Clouser Interiors.
That leap became Clouz Houz—projects across the country, virtual clients, offering full-service work in Oregon and (now!) middle Tennessee.
Somehow, along the way, our work started getting noticed. A gift I still don’t take for granted.
If you’re at the edge of something scary, know this: you’re never too old, too late, or too far behind.
You can start fresh.
You can build the life you’ve dreamed of.
You can surprise yourself.

If there’s one thing we’ve learned after years of remodels... most people don’t need more Pinterest boards. They need direction. Clarity. Someone to say, “Here’s the best path, go this way.”

That’s exactly why we created Designer for a Day, and now it’s officially offered in two 3-hour sessions. Same high-level strategy, just easier to fit into real life.

With the new year around the corner, it’s wild how fast your home projects sneak up Maybe 2026 is finally the year you tackle that one room you keep avoiding... or get your home summer-ready (trust us, spring comes fast).
We currently have 4 spots open, and they tend to go quickly once the new-year energy kicks in.

Also... a little teaser... we have something special tied to this service launching in a couple of days. If this has your wheels turning, stay tuned!!

Visit our website (link in our bio) to inquire or comment ‘ME’ to chat more.

Life is short. Make it beautiful!

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If there’s one thing we’ve learned after years of remodels... most people don’t need more Pinterest boards. They need direction. Clarity. Someone to say, “Here’s the best path, go this way.”
That’s exactly why we created Designer for a Day, and now it’s officially offered in two 3-hour sessions. Same high-level strategy, just easier to fit into real life.
With the new year around the corner, it’s wild how fast your home projects sneak up Maybe 2026 is finally the year you tackle that one room you keep avoiding... or get your home summer-ready (trust us, spring comes fast).
We currently have 4 spots open, and they tend to go quickly once the new-year energy kicks in.
Also... a little teaser... we have something special tied to this service launching in a couple of days. If this has your wheels turning, stay tuned!!
Visit our website (link in our bio) to inquire or comment ‘ME’ to chat more.
Life is short. Make it beautiful!