Back in October, with autumn curling up like a cat against the chill, I began to plan yet another iteration for my design studio. The result is the yield of artisans throughout Appalachia and points beyond. People who are part of diverse communities, who show up to work with pride despite a host of nagging concerns. We are each a part of the tapestry of our country. Not every thread shows at a glance, but each of them matters. Human dignity matters. These thoughts are with me as I present to you our 2026 studio design.

Does the mere notion of a new design for your home flood you with uncertainty? Maybe you’ve looked at a dizzying array of ideas online and found your excitement fizzling? If you long for your dream home to become reality but find putting your ideas together overwhelming, this post was written to help you find clarity.

2026 is fast approaching, so we're taking a beat to luxuriate in the functional beauty we delivered in 2025. Enjoy the transformations!

The future may offer few certainties, but there are things about us that I feel are constant. With some notable exceptions, most of us want to build a life of joy and growth where there is always room at the table for just one more friend. Where the home we make for ourselves restores us and inspires the best in our nature.

Last year is only a few ticks back on the calendar, but 2024 is already off to a great start, with exciting new projects in various phases of development. Please enjoy our look back at some of our 2023 projects.

Clients often say they want a design that reflects the stylish luxury of one of their favorite vacation spots. With this in mind, I’ve taken a virtual tour of some of the world’s most beautiful resorts to unpack what it is that makes these spaces so unforgettable.

Like so many people considering a home renovation right now, you may be wondering if it is the right time, what with global supply chain shortages, transportation delays, and increased cost of goods. Even knowing that lumber prices have dropped recently, the prospect of delays and added expenses can be discouraging. The good news is that this moment is perfect for the most important aspect of your renovation: planning.

We are often asked when is the right time to begin engaging with a designer. The truth is twofold. On one hand, you should start working with your designer as soon as possible. However, it is just as important to live with your dreams and ideas for a bit on your own before you call in a professional. We do our best work when there is some certainty on your part about the kind of home you find appealing and what you envision when you imagine yourself in the setting that will comfort and sustain you and your family.

One question I ask clients early is how do they want their room to serve them, support them, refill their cup. This allows us to avoid getting stuck on the details before we have fully come to understand the desired spirit of their home. It also celebrates that each client, each family, has unique expectations of home and what it means to feel at home.

The one role in your professional life that you may not have been prepared to take on is that of movie producer, but those skills are important now as we navigate new norms that have us opening up a virtual window into the private sanctity of our homes.