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Why Hiring a Designer Is Like your Insurance for your biggest investment, your Home!

How thoughtful design saves you time, money, and stress—while creating a home that truly feels like you.

Article by Stephanie Strack

Photography by Stephanie Strack

You’ve bought something for your home that you were sure would be perfect. You had the vision. It looked great online. But then… it arrived. And it didn’t fit. Or the color was off. Or it just didn’t work with the rest of the room. Now it’s collecting dust—or worse, you’re stuck with a space that still doesn’t feel quite right. You’re not alone.  “We’ve tried everything, but it just doesn’t feel like us.” is the most common phrase I hear from clients. 

Design Is More Than Just Pretty Things

Hiring a designer is less about handing over control and more about protecting your investment. Instead of spending time, energy, and money on pieces that don’t quite work, you get a clear plan, thoughtful guidance, and a space that feels right from the start. I’m here to partner with you—learning how you live, what matters most to you, and how to make your home not just look beautiful, but function beautifully too.

Real-Life Example? Let’s Talk about Hobbies

One of my favorite things to do is bring your real life into the design—like your prized guitar that is autographed! Or all of your travel treasures. I take these items and use them as inspiration. We can create a stylish and functional space that feels intentional—not like an afterthought.

That “Something’s Missing” Feeling?

You can buy all the right pieces and still have a room that feels flat. That’s because design isn’t just about what you buy—it’s about howeverything works together. Scale, layout, lighting, textures—those little details are what make a room feel calm, balanced, and put-together. And honestly? That’s the part I geek out over most.

Your Home Should Feel Like You

Hiring a designer isn’t about making your home look like someone else’s Pinterest board. It’s about creating a space that reflects your story, supports your lifestyle, and makes you breathe easier every time you walk in the door.

So if you’re tired of second-guessing your choices, or you’ve spent too much on things that just don’t fit—let’s talk. I’d love to help you create a space that finally feels like home.

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