Interior design is an art with countless forms of expression. The blank canvas of an empty room can be daunting, with a myriad of aesthetics to choose from. Should you go bold and bright, opt for a pastel palette, aim for a modern twist, or embrace a bohemian flair? Or perhaps you want to incorporate multiple styles into one? This is the specialty of Kindred Home Interiors, an NWA-based interior design firm focused on remodels, new builds, and home furnishings.
They say the best way to learn is by doing, which is exactly what Shelby Reynolds did. She grew up in a tinkering household, where there was always a project on the horizon. As a young twenty-something, she felt called to pursue her passion for design, and chose to pivot her career. Eager to learn, she went to every design and furniture store she could find and spoke with individuals who could teach her something. The overwhelming advice was to start building her portfolio from the ground up. She progressed from a corporate remodeling program to personal remodeling projects, then to a design firm in Bentonville, working for a local builder, and finally founding Kindred Home Interiors. Today, she leads a collaborative team dedicated to turning clients' dreams into reality.
The company’s core values are transparency, collaboration, and quality. This trio fosters brilliant teamwork, satisfied clients, and unique results. Each project starts with transparency, as the team prepares a presentation reviewed with the client to ensure alignment. Shelby operates on trust, requiring clients to pay upfront to maintain honesty and keep the project on track. Teamwork truly makes the dream work, and Shelby has assembled a dedicated, creative, and hardworking team. She blends the efficiency of her corporate experience with a small business environment to create a well-oiled machine. Quality is evident in the exceptional craftsmanship and the condition of every piece they use.
Kindred Home Interiors is truly a special experience, as shown in their work and affirmed by their clients. “Kindred helped us blend two polar-opposite looks. My husband likes modern minimalist while I prefer shabby-chic and eclectic. Shelby knew how to blend my love for nature with his urban vibe, and we’ve landed on a look encompassing both styles.”
With a background in corporate design, Shelby relishes the freedom of running her own firm, where she can creatively choose local tradesmen to support her community. She differentiates design from decorating by describing design as creating layouts and selecting materials, while decorating involves "the God-given talent of having a good eye" for sourcing furniture, accents, and artwork that bring a room together. The Kindred team possesses this natural talent, as Shelby notes, "We LOVE to customize our spaces & have fun with them." They skillfully use color, patterns, and textures to curate unique spaces, balancing fun and quirky elements with minimalistic touches. Essentially, Shelby and the Kindred team blend design and decoration to create balanced, personalized spaces that reflect their clients' unique personalities.
For Kindred Home Interiors, it’s so much greater than picking paint colors and selecting tile styles. It’s the relationships built with clients that means the most to Shelby and the team. It's about helping someone love the space they’re in, day in and day out. It’s about bringing a dream to life and exceeding expectations. Ultimately, it's the joy of transforming a house into a cherished home.