The Story of Home

A home should be more than a set of beautiful rooms—it should carry the essence of the people who live within its walls. When I walk into a space, I don’t just see furniture and décor; I see lives unfolding, memories being made, and a story being told. The best homes feel lived in, layered with meaning, like pages in a well-loved book. Your home should be a reflection of who you are, where you’ve been, and what you hold dear.

“Your home should be a reflection of who you are, where you’ve been, and what you hold dear.”

For me, the idea of storytelling through design is deeply personal. I think of my grandmother’s house, where every item—her star juice glasses, mallard duck pillows, oak twin beds, and even the particular blue color on her walls—had a story behind it. The home was a sensory archive of her life, filled with pieces that represented moments she cherished. The best design isn’t about matching aesthetics or the latest trends, but about capturing that same sense of authenticity and personal history.

It starts with small, intentional choices. Maybe it’s the way you arrange the books on your shelves, stacked alongside trinkets from your travels. Or the way an old family quilt drapes over the couch, its worn fabric a testament to years of love and use. Even color choices hold meaning—soft blues that feel peaceful like for my grandmother, deep greens that evoke the forests of cherished childhood adventures. Every detail becomes a brushstroke in the larger canvas of your home’s story.

A well-designed home is not about perfection; it’s about emotion. A home should evoke something in you. Whether it’s joy, nostalgia, or a sense of belonging, the objects we surround ourselves with have the power to ground us in our own narrative. Your space can become a reflection of the people and moments that shape you, creating a home that is both personal and timeless - calling you back to who you are.