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Peche Fruit Bowl
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The Italian Dream book
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Rectangle Baroque Tray
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The Micro Montgomery Tray
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Magnifying Glass With Ceramic Handle
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Ital Large Glass Decorative Centerpiece Bow
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Carlo Table Lamp
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Textured Ceramic Pedestal Bowl
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Pinet Woven Plant Pot
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Found Reclaimed Wood Bowl
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Italian Ceramic Interlock Vase
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Zebra Hide Coasters
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The Micro Victoria Basket
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Midcentury Brass Gazelles
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Wonderland
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Totie Task Lamp
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Vintage French Painting
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Rattan Photo Frame
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Black Round Concrete Vase
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Art House – Assouline Coffee Table Book
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Moroccan Basket Tray
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Damien Hirst: Cerisiers en fleurs
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Vintage Stoneware Crock
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Vintage French Painting
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Styling Essentials We Suggest for That Finished Look

Styling Essentials We All Need We’ve all hit that decorating wall, haven’t we? Even for…
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Hand Blocked Floral Pillow Cover
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Modern Brass Sconce
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Ruffled Linen Cafe Curtain
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Overdyed Turkish Accent Rug
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Custom Pleated Color Blocked Drapery Panels
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Cafe Curtain Rod
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Rose Pillow Cover
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Kura Brass – Glass Bathroom Ceiling Light
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Brown Striped Linen Pillow Cover
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Vintage Oil Painting Evening River
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Linen Floral Pillow Cover
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Botanical Pillow Cover with Exposed Zipper
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Vintage Oil Painting River Landscape
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Pleated Ticking Stripe Cafe Curtain
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Muted Anatolian Rug
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Yerevan Mid-Century Opal Globe Ceiling Light
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Scout Bin Pull
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Antique Oval Knob with Backplate
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Here’s What to Source on Etsy

We’re excited to chat about one of our favorite sources for all things unique, handmade,…
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Scallop Embroidered Placemat
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Niles Upholstered Bench
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Ross Ceramic Multi Taper Holder
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Seagrass Picnic Pitcher
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The Al Fresco Dining Chair
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Katie Hodges Chandelier
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Lily Cereal Bowl
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Collide Heavyweight Bedcover
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Truro Coffee Table
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Peche Fruit Bowl
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Spring Refresh: 8 Easy Pieces for your Home

Spring is the perfect time to breathe new life into your home with a simple…
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Edison Portuguese Linen Napkins
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Jasper Portuguese Dinner Plates
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Plaid Tablecloth
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Flora Cotton Tea Towel
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Etched Floral Pitcher
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Morgan Double Old Fashioned Glasses
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Sprig + Stripe Cotton Tablecloth
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Cedar Stick Candles
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Glenna Cake Stand
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Scallop Edge Woven Rattan Charger
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Spring Musings: Styling a Transitional Easter Spread

This Easter is bringing a twist for our family – a delightful blend of bittersweet…
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Single-Handle Brass Wall Faucet
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Brass Shower System
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Molly Bar Pull
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Barrington Edge Pull
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Basden Extra Large Linear Chandelier
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Kitchen Faucet with Side Sprayer
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Sconce Lighting With White/milk Glass Dome Shade
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Reeded Bar Pull
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Oxford Bath Sconce
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Polish Brass Drop Pull
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Our Designer Formula for Mixing Finishes

Ever found yourself wondering about the perfect mix of finishes for your home? Clients often…
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Johanson Woven Pendant
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Renata Lounge Chair
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Custom Pleated Color Blocked Drapery Panels
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Modern Brass Sconce
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Kaholo Bench
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Faux Linen Pinch Pleat Semi Sheer Curtains
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Rupert Sofa
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PART ONE: My Secret to Creating a High-End Aesthetic

I’m often asked about my secret for crafting a luxurious aesthetic in interior design, but…
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The February Edit: A Delightful Roundup

Welcome to The February Edit! We’re diving into our current sources of inspiration and everything…
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Green and Brown Floral Pillow Cover
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Gingham Sheet Set
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Sofita Marble Dresser – White Oak
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The Hayes Chair
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European Linen Modern Stripe Duvet Cover
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The Remsen Chair
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Arctic Sheepskin
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Padma Swing Arm Wall Sconce
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Statton Trutype Americana Oak Formica Side Table
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Cosmo Block Print
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Elyse Floral Napkin
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The 5 Elements of Our Signature Style

Ever wonder what makes the magic happen at Clouz Houz? Well, I’m pulling back the…
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My Favorite Spring Items for Styling Your Home … all under $100!

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My Top Five Tips for Styling Your Shelves

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Everyone wants their home to feel elevated. What most people don’t realize is that it rarely comes from choosing the most expensive countertop or the prettiest light fixture.

During every project, we’re constantly asking ourselves, “Will this actually make life better?” Does this layout make unloading groceries easier? Is there somewhere to put the toaster instead of leaving it on the counter? Will there be enough storage for the things this family actually owns? Is this chair beautiful... and somewhere you’ll want to sit every night?

I think people assume we spend our days obsessing over fabrics and finishes. Truthfully, we spend just as much time talking through layouts, storage, and the tiny decisions you’ll appreciate every single day. Those conversations don’t always show up in a highlight reel, but they’re usually the reason a home feels so good to live in.

You don’t have to have every decision figured out before reaching out. Most of our clients come to us because they know something isn’t working—they just need help seeing what’s possible. Schedule an hour consultation with me and we can talk through your project (link in bio)!

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Everyone wants their home to feel elevated. What most people don’t realize is that it rarely comes from choosing the most expensive countertop or the prettiest light fixture. During every project, we’re constantly asking ourselves, “Will this actually make life better?” Does this layout make unloading groceries easier? Is there somewhere to put the toaster instead of leaving it on the counter? Will there be enough storage for the things this family actually owns? Is this chair beautiful... and somewhere you’ll want to sit every night? I think people assume we spend our days obsessing over fabrics and finishes. Truthfully, we spend just as much time talking through layouts, storage, and the tiny decisions you’ll appreciate every single day. Those conversations don’t always show up in a highlight reel, but they’re usually the reason a home feels so good to live in. You don’t have to have every decision figured out before reaching out. Most of our clients come to us because they know something isn’t working—they just need help seeing what’s possible. Schedule an hour consultation with me and we can talk through your project (link in bio)!

Life is too short for a room that doesn’t make you happy. Color is @farrowandball Setting Plaster🩷

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Life is too short for a room that doesn’t make you happy. Color is @farrowandball Setting Plaster🩷

POV: You want a home you love... but you don’t have the budget to do it all at once.

And then you find our studio!

I’d rather see you create one room you absolutely love than stretch yourself across an entire house and feel like nothing is ever finished. One finished room gives you momentum. It reminds you why you started. And it gives you a clear vision for everything that comes next.

One of the things we help clients with is deciding where to begin. Together, we create a roadmap that allows your home to evolve thoughtfully over time-without feeling pieced together.

You don’t have to do it all this year. You just have to know what comes first.

If you’re wondering where to start, we’d love to help. Feel free to message me and we can set up a 15 min discovery call!

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POV: You want a home you love... but you don’t have the budget to do it all at once. And then you find our studio! I’d rather see you create one room you absolutely love than stretch yourself across an entire house and feel like nothing is ever finished. One finished room gives you momentum. It reminds you why you started. And it gives you a clear vision for everything that comes next. One of the things we help clients with is deciding where to begin. Together, we create a roadmap that allows your home to evolve thoughtfully over time-without feeling pieced together. You don’t have to do it all this year. You just have to know what comes first. If you’re wondering where to start, we’d love to help. Feel free to message me and we can set up a 15 min discovery call!

New project in Bend, Oregon.🤍

We just signed on with the sweetest family, and one of the first things they said was, “We don’t really love our house.” A home can be objectively beautiful and still not feel good to live in.

In this house, the kitchen, dining room and living room are all one big great room. It sounds ideal until you realize the dining table is taking up the exact real estate the living room desperately needs.

Instead of making the kitchen bigger, we’re making it smarter. One move solved several problems at once: more storage, a better dining area, and enough square footage to give the living room the footprint it deserved.

Now we’re moving into one of my favorite phases... layering in materials. This is why I love the conceptual phase. Before a single cabinet is ordered, we’re already changing the way this family will live in their home.

If you’ve been looking around your own home thinking, “I know this could work better, I just don’t know how,” we’d love to help. Whether you’re planning a renovation, reworking your layout, or just need an expert eye before making expensive decisions, that’s exactly what we have to offer!

Check out our services through the link in our bio or send this post to a friend who’s struggling with this exact thing.

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New project in Bend, Oregon.🤍 We just signed on with the sweetest family, and one of the first things they said was, “We don’t really love our house.” A home can be objectively beautiful and still not feel good to live in. In this house, the kitchen, dining room and living room are all one big great room. It sounds ideal until you realize the dining table is taking up the exact real estate the living room desperately needs. Instead of making the kitchen bigger, we’re making it smarter. One move solved several problems at once: more storage, a better dining area, and enough square footage to give the living room the footprint it deserved. Now we’re moving into one of my favorite phases... layering in materials. This is why I love the conceptual phase. Before a single cabinet is ordered, we’re already changing the way this family will live in their home. If you’ve been looking around your own home thinking, “I know this could work better, I just don’t know how,” we’d love to help. Whether you’re planning a renovation, reworking your layout, or just need an expert eye before making expensive decisions, that’s exactly what we have to offer! Check out our services through the link in our bio or send this post to a friend who’s struggling with this exact thing.

While renovations are an investment, one of the biggest lessons I’ve learned after years of designing homes is this:
It’s not about how much you spend. It’s about where you spend it.

The homes that feel the most elevated aren’t necessarily the ones with the biggest budgets. They’re the ones where every decision was made with intention.

That’s the philosophy behind everything we do. We help our clients understand where it’s worth investing, where they can save without sacrificing the overall look, and how to create a home that feels layered, timeless, and beautifully functional. Because a thoughtfully planned home will always feel more luxurious than one filled with expensive choices that don’t work together.

Good design isn’t about spending more.
It’s about making every dollar work harder for you-and creating a home you’ll love living in every single day.

If you’re planning a renovation or a furnishing project, we’d love to help. Learn more through the link in our bio.

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While renovations are an investment, one of the biggest lessons I’ve learned after years of designing homes is this: It’s not about how much you spend. It’s about where you spend it. The homes that feel the most elevated aren’t necessarily the ones with the biggest budgets. They’re the ones where every decision was made with intention. That’s the philosophy behind everything we do. We help our clients understand where it’s worth investing, where they can save without sacrificing the overall look, and how to create a home that feels layered, timeless, and beautifully functional. Because a thoughtfully planned home will always feel more luxurious than one filled with expensive choices that don’t work together. Good design isn’t about spending more. It’s about making every dollar work harder for you-and creating a home you’ll love living in every single day. If you’re planning a renovation or a furnishing project, we’d love to help. Learn more through the link in our bio.

People often ask why renovations have always been my favorite. The easy answer is that I love watching a transformation. But if I’m honest, I think it’s something much deeper than that.

Years ago, our family walked through a season that forced us to start over. It wasn’t something I would have chosen, but looking back, it changed the way I see everything. Homes. People. Even myself. I stopped looking at what something was and started paying attention to what it could become. Maybe that’s why fixer-uppers have always felt so familiar to me. I know what it’s like to feel like you’re starting over. I know what it’s like to wonder if something beautiful can come from a season that feels uncertain. That’s why I love renovations. They’re hopeful. Every wall that comes down makes room for something new. Every decision is an act of believing that what’s ahead can be better than what was there before.

The funny thing is... I don’t think this is really about houses. I think all of us have something in our lives that feels unfinished, overlooked, or in need of another chance. I’ve learned that the middle of the story rarely looks like the ending. And sometimes the most beautiful things aren’t built from scratch. They’re simply revealed.
For anyone who’s ever had to start over... I’m rooting for you!

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People often ask why renovations have always been my favorite. The easy answer is that I love watching a transformation. But if I’m honest, I think it’s something much deeper than that. Years ago, our family walked through a season that forced us to start over. It wasn’t something I would have chosen, but looking back, it changed the way I see everything. Homes. People. Even myself. I stopped looking at what something was and started paying attention to what it could become. Maybe that’s why fixer-uppers have always felt so familiar to me. I know what it’s like to feel like you’re starting over. I know what it’s like to wonder if something beautiful can come from a season that feels uncertain. That’s why I love renovations. They’re hopeful. Every wall that comes down makes room for something new. Every decision is an act of believing that what’s ahead can be better than what was there before. The funny thing is... I don’t think this is really about houses. I think all of us have something in our lives that feels unfinished, overlooked, or in need of another chance. I’ve learned that the middle of the story rarely looks like the ending. And sometimes the most beautiful things aren’t built from scratch. They’re simply revealed. For anyone who’s ever had to start over... I’m rooting for you!
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