When designing a home, certain pieces are worth the investment—not just for their beauty but for the longevity, functionality, and timeless appeal they bring to your space. While budget-friendly options can work in some areas, splurging on a few key items adds quality and character that transform a house into a truly personal home. In this post, we’ll explore which pieces are worth the investment and how these choices contribute to a home that feels elegant, durable, and uniquely yours.

In the fast-paced world we live in, your home should be more than just a place to rest—it should be a sanctuary tailored to your life, a space that supports, inspires, and reflects who you are at your core. Thoughtful design choices create this feeling of ease and connection. Every detail, from the colors on your walls to the textures of fabrics and finishes, can work together to cultivate an atmosphere that both soothes and energizes. By making these intentional choices, you create a home that isn’t just visually appealing but truly functional, enhancing your daily routines and enriching how you experience each moment.

Discover why Yussef Dayes’ Live From Malibu is the perfect dinner soundtrack. A modern jazz performance alive with soul, groove, and cinematic energy—plus his stunning Japan film.

Discover how Pure Barre builds strength, stamina, and core stability — the perfect Level 2 Fun workout for hosting, entertaining, and daily life.

Bringing a design concept to life is a process that combines creativity, planning, and attention to detail. For many homeowners, the journey from inspiration to a finished space can feel both exciting and overwhelming. In this post, we’ll walk you through each step of our design process, revealing how we turn ideas into spaces that perfectly align with each client’s vision.

People often think of yoga as just stretching or fitness, but if you know me, you know I was raised to see it as something deeper—medicine for the mind-body connection. So when I find a studio that truly honors that philosophy, I stay loyal.

Flow Yoga has become my go-to studio in Austin for recalibrating my nervous system and reconnecting with my body. I’ve been practicing there for years, and I’ve watched them grow from a few cozy classes to a city-spanning sanctuary for grounded, accessible movement. It’s wellness without the ego.

There’s something about Durand Jones & The Indications that always hits a deeper frequency. Flowers, their newest album, feels like a dreamy soul revival drenched in color and longing. It's slow-burn sexy one minute, quietly euphoric the next.

When people ask where I find inspiration, I always say: it’s in the quiet details—the curve of a chair leg, the mood of a pendant, the sass of a bottle opener that doesn’t take itself too seriously. This month’s picks are a study in texture, form, and just the right amount of weird.

Whether you’re sourcing for your next project or just daydreaming about mixing up your space, I hope these pieces inspire a little aesthetic rebellion in your home. Because the best spaces? They don’t just follow the rules—they flirt with them.

After years of designing spaces that reflect the layered lives of the people who inhabit them, it only felt right to create a space of my own—a place to share what’s inspiring me, what I’m learning, and what I think is worth investing in. Not just in terms of design, but in life.

This blog is an extension of how I work: part tactile, part intuitive, and always driven by a deep love for meaningful surroundings. It’s where I’ll take you behind the scenes of my studio practice, spotlight rituals and spaces that support the body and mind, and offer my honest take on what’s worth the splurge and what’s just noise.