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There are designers whose work is beautiful. And others who have the ability to give a home life, breath, movement and depth. Carley Summers is one of those designers. Before she ever began designing homes, she was a photographer first. Her work documenting interiors eventually led her to create them herself, and that origin story…

Some homes feel finished. Others feel like they’ve been lived in for a hundred years, in the best way. (Design: WYC Designs) It always makes me so happy when I stumble upon something so beautiful it makes my heart skip a beat. Sometimes that inspiration comes in the form of the gentle movement of pattern on a…

I’m always craving softness at this time of year. The kind that feels like waking up to a quiet snowfall just outside the window, while you watch, cozily tucked under the blankets. For me, simple greens draped over mirrors, a few delicate, little bells tied with ribbon, bleached pinecones gathered in a bowl, and the…

When the light starts to soften and the pace slows, I always find myself drawn to things that feel grounding. Pieces and experiences rich with texture, worn in softness, and just that right touch of cozy that the cooler weather makes me crave. There’s something about this season that invites warmth in all its forms;…

I think every home deserves a hardworking space that doesn’t sacrifice beauty for function, and this mudroom + laundry does exactly that. From the moment you walk in, the design balances practicality with a sense of calm. Every project needs a starting point, and for this one, these two spaces were it. From the very…

Expanding the Footprint When I first walked into this home, the framing for a mudroom and laundry room addition had already begun (I’ll be sharing those spaces soon). This family’s biggest hope for their open concept kitchen and living area was simple but meaningful- they wanted a space where everyone could gather comfortably together. The…

When I first walked through this home, I knew it had incredible potential. Over the past several months, I had the joy of helping this family transform their spaces- from a study and dining areas to the laundry, mudroom, basement, living room and more. Each room carries its own personality, but together they form a…

Designing this basement was such a rewarding experience- made even sweeter because it was for a repeat client whose family I adore. Their home sits on the edge of a beautiful, New England lake. The views are serene, and my client’s hope was to lean into that. She absolutely loves soft blues and the relaxed,…