When tackling a renovation or new construction project, many of my clients have the same question: how can I make it all cohesive? I hear it often…”I have so many ideas and love so many styles but I have no idea how to make it all work together.” This is where I come in! While interiors can change over time, hard materials like tile, cabinetry and fixtures have more permanence. Over the years, I’ve naturally developed a formula when it comes to designing modern yet timeless bathrooms. Step 1: Choose a bold tile to serve as a focal point. Find…
I think my favorite thing about working in construction and renovation is that no two days are alike. Each day brings its own challenges and excitement and I consider myself a professional problem solver. Our Sweetwater renovation project served up a unique scenario. During a crazed housing surge in Dallas, my clients were literally cruising neighborhoods for a property. When they stumbled upon Sweetwater it was already being renovated by a local investment group. It’s very common to see investors…
Nestled in the Lakewood neighborhood of Dallas, this stunning Texas Contemporary is home to two of the most stylish New York transplants. Crisp white walls are interspersed with an eclectic art collection and graphic textiles. For the powder room, the couple wanted something FUN. As you can see from the before photos, the space was a little lackluster and didn’t reflect their beautiful home. With a wallpaper sample in hand, I knew we needed to build the design around the…
Details: 4 Bed | 4.5 Bath | 3,100 sq.ft. New Construction in Lakewood, Dallas Design is always deeply personal but my latest new build hits different. It’s *literally* right next door. When we got wind that our neighbors were moving, we brought in the builder and made moves. Our street and our neighbors are our family. Creating a home that paid homage to the beauty of East Dallas while reflecting the changing face of the neighborhood was so important to…
Details: 4 Bed | 4 Bath | 3,100 sq.ft. New Construction in Little Forest Hills, Dallas Nestled in the hidden gem that is Little Forest Hills, this new construction project leans more clean and contemporary. This new build in Dallas, Texas delivers clean lines and finishes with a few pops of pattern and color that are signature to JRZ.
When we bought our first home five years ago, I had no idea that it would set in motion a road map for my future. I always loved design and had watched my parents build and renovate homes through their custom home building business, but I had never spearheaded a project like this. As newlyweds, we had a tight budget and timeline. We were SO eager, that we actually put an offer on the house before I ever saw it…
Santa Clara, as I lovingly refer to it, is a beautiful property nestled in east Dallas. Because my builder and I had used similar kitchen layouts in previous projects, I wanted this to feel new and fresh. Floating shelves crafted from white oak became the centerpiece of my design, anchoring this space, and others, throughout the home. The color combo of Sherwin Williams’ Crushed Ice and Thunder Gray is absolute magic. Neutral yet intentional, it offers a departure from traditional…
Details: 3 Bed | 3 Bath | 3,100 sqft. Custom build in the heart of east Dallas. My builder wanted a transitional look to appeal to empty nesters who might not feel comfortable with a full-on contemporary aesthetic. Highlights included a floor to ceiling tiled fireplace, bespoke wine cellar and floating soaker tub.
Details: 3 Bed | 3 Bath | 2,800 sqft. New construction in Little Forest Hills. For this stunning transitional, I consulted on the build out and interior design. The challenge was marrying the homeowner’s affinity for antiques with the contemporary aesthetic of the home. In the end, we found the perfect balance of timeless elegance and clean, modern living.
It’s only fitting that my first official blog shares my reason…my WHY for launching this space, in this time. Like many of you, 2020 symbolized an era of renewal, a new decade brimming with promise and excitement as I anxiously awaited the arrival of my son. By the time the pandemic hit, I was blissfully unaware of how it would impact me (and the entire world). Work was crazier than ever and I was honestly grateful to spend my last…
About Me
After spending the last decade in Marketing & PR, I ditched my corporate career to pursue Interior Design & content creation full time. I’m a wife and mama obsessed with making life beautiful, inside and out.