You started your career in finance, what led you to switch to interior design?
I’ve always loved interior design and would sit in bed at night visualizing how I wanted to decorate a specific space. I’d obsess over it until I found myself getting up, taking out the tape measure and then buying what I needed to create it. One day I came to the realization that most people can’t do this, it’s a talent and I could be doing it for other people. It fully clicked when my son told me I should quit my job and decorate people’s houses for a living. When I asked him why he said, ‘because you’re good at it.’ I started with a photo shoot of my own home, created a website and jobs started coming in pretty quickly. Eventually, I was able to muster the courage to take the leap and turn it into a full-time endeavor.
Do you think the name of your company reflects your design aesthetic?
Absolutely. I love to mix modern/contemporary decor styles with a bohemian vibe. I think the boho aspects make it feel warm and inviting and more like home. But, I love the clean lines and the minimalism of the modern aesthetic.
What are three ways people can make their home or office to make it a happier, more inviting space?
-Add lots of throw pillows and throw blankets to cozy it up.
-Add plants and/or flowers to bring life and color into the space.
-Have an amazing statement rug.
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