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Inspired Interiors' Top 10 Design Moments (to Date)

Welcome to the Wild Design World of Inspired Interiors. Here Are Our 10 Favorite Design Moments From Over the Years

Five Lessons From My Father — Daddy's Little Girl

For those of us who were Daddy's little girl, this one's for you. My father, Sterling, wasn't perfect — but he commanded every room he walked into, and he left me five lessons I've never let go of. A Father's Day story about the man who INSPIRED me to create.

A Glimpse Into a Gatsby-Style Expanse for Opulent Outdoor Entertaining

We’ll soon be doing the full reveal of a Winnetka home that inspired this ode to outdoor entertaining, but in the meantime, let’s explore the essential elements of an extraordinary exterior space.

Say Hello to Mandavilla, Our Latest Vacation Villa Success Story

Like a postcard from paradise, the finished photos of our Mandavilla project have finally arrived. Drink them in like a cool tropical cocktail at sunset.

10 Lessons On Flipping a USVI Property: Inside a Luxury Caribbean Villa Renovation

What does it actually take to flip a luxury villa in the Caribbean? From shipping containers to 220-hour assembly timelines, this is what a St. John, USVI renovation really looks like.

Veneer Isn’t a Trend. It’s Centuries of Craftsmanship

Wood veneer is often mistaken for a modern design trend, but its origins trace back centuries. From historic interiors like the Palace of Versailles to today’s luxury architectural spaces, veneer has long been used for its precision, craftsmanship, and ability to create cohesive, intentional surfaces. This article explores how veneer continues to shape custom millwork, paneling, and interior architecture, and why it remains a foundational material in well-designed spaces.

What Mark Zuckerberg’s Miami Mansion Reveals About Modern Luxury Design

Mark Zuckerberg’s record-breaking $170 million purchase in Miami’s exclusive “Billionaire Bunker” offers a glimpse into the architectural features defining today’s luxury homes. From resort-style outdoor living and architectural shade to dramatic glass walls and layered natural elements, the property reflects the design language shaping modern high-end residential environments.

The House She Built - Reflections during Women in Construction Week

A lead designer reflects on Emily Mackie's build at 1760 Washington, where QR codes on site, creative pivots, and a designer's eye reshaped what a construction project can be.

Three Expensive Inefficiencies You Don't See Until It's Too Late

Remodeling is not a creative hobby. It’s a capital allocation decision. Before you commit to managing your own renovation, the real question isn’t whether you can do it. It’s whether the total cost of doing it yourself exceeds what you’d pay a professional. When you calculate the full financial impact, three hidden costs emerge: the value of your time, the steep learning curve tax, and the long-term inefficiencies that quietly erode resale value and functionality. Hours spent sourcing materials and managing contractors carry opportunity cost. Mistakes in contractor selection, space planning, or material decisions compound quickly. Professionals absorb these risks across hundreds of projects. Homeowners absorb them all at once.