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Crafting Timeless Interiors with Architectural Flair: Embracing Timeless Interior Aesthetics
When I think about designing interiors that stand the test of time, I always come back to one essential truth: architecture and interior design are inseparable partners . The spaces we inhabit are shaped not only by furniture and color but by the very bones of the building itself. Crafting timeless interiors with architectural flair means honoring the structure’s story while weaving in personal touches that feel both current and enduring. This approach is not about chasing fl
Montana Elliott
23 hours ago


Renovation vs. New Build
✨ The Delight of Design: Renovate or New Build? Recently, a past client reached out. They expressed how much they were enjoying their home. They shared their delight in waking up in their refreshed space. They also enjoyed showing off their beautifully personalized home to neighbors and friends. They understood the profound joy of daily living in a well-designed space. This leads us to a fundamental question facing many high-end homeowners: When should you renovate, and when
Montana Elliott
Nov 18, 2025


The Power of Collaboration
A local builder once said, "Designing and building a custom home is the greatest group project of your life," and they couldn't be more right. It's a massive undertaking that can span years and cost millions of dollars. Think back to group projects in college. Sometimes, one person did all the work, carrying the whole team across the finish line. Other times, everyone contributed equally, leading to an incredible final product where each person respected their partners. Thi
Montana Elliott
Sep 14, 2025


Interior Designer vs. Decorator
About 20 years ago I was heavily considering not pursuing my interior design degree. I was contemplating jumping right into decorating and skipping over my degree. However, I had an older mentor at the time that said "Go to school. The time will pass anyway and at the end, you will be standing with a degree in hand". They were 100% right. Now as I look back, it was one of the best decisions I made regarding my career. I went on to train under architects for nine years and pas
Montana Elliott
Jul 16, 2025


When Custom Design Matters
I was recently chatting with an industry partner, and we both agreed that the word luxury is overused. Luxury used to convey a level of...
Montana Elliott
Jul 9, 2025


The Value of Interior Design
I recently gave a talk on the value of interior design. As I was gathering researching, I realized how much we (read: people) are...
Montana Elliott
Jul 1, 2025


Raising the Bar on Interior Design
As I enter 2025, I've chosen "do hard things" as my mantra for the year. I aim to challenge myself more in the design field and push both myself and, by extension, my clients.
Montana Elliott
Jan 2, 2025


First Love: Tile
Many years ago I started working on a project and the client said to me "I love beautiful tile".
Montana Elliott
Nov 19, 2024


Designing with a Curious Soul
We all have that one thing that truly captivates us, a passion that fuels our curiosity and drives us to constantly learn.
Montana Elliott
Nov 19, 2024


100 Architectural Digest Issues
About a month ago my mother texted me "someone dropped off tons of Architectural Digest magazines outside the library".
Montana Elliott
Jul 27, 2024


Interior Design Story
I was seven when I began drawing chalk floorplans on my parents driveway. While other girls in the neighborhood were playing house - I was designing the house.
Montana Elliott
Jul 19, 2024
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