How To: Discovering your Personal Interior Design Style

Interior design is deeply personal. While trends come and go, the most beautiful homes are the ones that reflect the people who live in them. Discovering your personal interior design style helps create a home that feels intentional, comfortable, and uniquely yours.

When it comes to interior design, discovering your personal style is about more than just choosing colors or furniture; it's about creating a space that feels uniquely yours.

FIND WHAT INSPIRES YOU

The first step in this journey is understanding what inspires you.

Take time to explore what speaks to you when it comes to home design. What details in other homes do you admire and want to incorporate in your own space? Pay attention to the spaces that catch your eye and think about what elements resonate with you most: colors, textures, furniture shapes, etc.

You may begin to notice patterns in what you're drawn to, such as:

• Soft neutral color palettes

• Natural materials like wood, linen, or stone

• Traditional architectural details

• Layered textiles and warm textures

• Vintage or antique pieces

Recognizing these patterns can help you begin defining the design language that resonates most with you.

Spend some time exploring different ideas on Pinterest, or on your favorite designer’s Instagram feed. Your personal style is often a combination of various influences, so allow yourself the freedom to experiment with different looks until you find what feels right.

One helpful approach is creating a dedicated Pinterest board for your home. As you save images, look for recurring elements across the spaces you are drawn to. Often, your personal style reveals itself through repeated themes-whether that's warm wood tones, classic architectural details, or layered textiles.

Once you have a clearer sense of what you love, it’s time to translate those influences into your own space.

BRING THOSE INFLUENCES INTO YOUR SPACE

Start with key pieces that anchor the room, then build out from there. Don’t feel pressured to follow trends or stick to a strict design formula. If you love vintage finds, mix them with modern accents. If you’re drawn to calming neutrals, you can incorporate color through accessories or art.

For example, this could look like:

• Pairing a vintage rug with a clean-lined sofa

• Mixing antique brass hardware with painted cabinetry

• Layering patterned textiles with a neutral room

• Balancing traditional furniture with modern lighting

Blending different elements thoughtfully often creates the most interesting and personal spaces.

The beauty of personal style is that it allows room for flexibility and evolution. Your tastes may change over time, and that's okay. A home is a living, breathing reflection of who you are, so it should grow and shift with you.

One common mistake when discovering your style is feeling pressure to label it too quickly. Your home does not need to fit neatly into one category like "modern" or "traditional." In fact, the most compelling interiors often blend influences from several styles

TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS AND LET YOUR STYLE EVOLVE

Finally, don't be afraid to trust your instincts and embrace imperfections.

Personal style is about curating a space that feels authentic, not a showroom-ready design. It’s the small, meaningful touches, like a favorite painting, or a family heirloom, that add soul and character to your home. Don't be afraid to really lean into what is inspiring you. Interior Design should make you feel something. A space should evoke emotion, whether that's a sense of calm, excitement or curiosity.

These meaningful details are often what make a home feel layered, lived-in, and deeply personal.

Incorporating these personal items will make your space feel less "designed" and more lived-in, creating an environment that truly speaks to who you are. Remember, discovering your personal style is a process, so enjoy the journey of crafting a space that’s both beautiful and a true reflection of yourself.

If you are in the process of discovering your own design style, we invite you to explore more inspiration from our portfolio where we share our thoughtfully designed curations.

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