What began as Ximena Garcia's passion for craftsmanship and home design almost 20 years ago has since grown into one of downtown Milford's most recognizable businesses. Now, Inside Living Style is celebrating a milestone that reflects years of dedication, evolution, and steady growth: purchasing the building it has long called home.
For the woman- and family-owned business, the purchase represents more than a real estate transaction. It is a commitment to Milford, the community that has supported the business throughout its journey, and a foundation for the next chapter.
Inside Living Style's story began more than two decades ago with a focus on custom upholstery and a dedication to preserving the beauty and character of well-loved furniture. The business built its reputation by restoring heirloom pieces, creating custom designs, and bringing new life to furniture through skilled craftsmanship and attention to detail.
As the business grew, so did its vision. What started as an upholstery-focused shop evolved into a full lifestyle destination, offering thoughtfully selected furniture, home décor, gifts, seasonal collections and interior design inspiration. While the offerings expanded, Inside Living Style remained committed to the same values that shaped its beginnings: quality workmanship, personal service, and helping customers create spaces that feel like home.
Located in the heart of downtown Milford, Inside Living Style has become a destination for residents and visitors alike, with carefully curated displays and unique pieces that encourage customers to return again and again.
Now, by purchasing the building, the business is investing not only in its own future but also in the continued vitality of Milford's downtown.
"This building has become part of our story," Garcia’s daughter Denisse said. "Being able to purchase it is something we’ve dreamed about for years. It’s a sign that we’re here for the long haul, and we’re incredibly grateful to everyone who has supported us along the way."
The milestone comes after years of thoughtful growth and a continued focus on serving the community.
"Milford has truly embraced us from the very beginning," Denisse shares. "The support we’ve received from this community has meant everything to our family and our business. Purchasing this building is our way of showing that we’re just as committed to Milford as Milford has always been to us."
As Milford continues to see investment in its downtown, Inside Living Style's newest chapter stands as another example of a locally owned business choosing to invest in the community that helped it grow. For the owners, purchasing the building is both a celebration of more than two decades of hard work and a promise that Inside Living Style will remain a part of Milford's downtown for years to come.
"Purchasing this building is our way of showing that we’re just as committed to Milford as Milford has always been to us."