Styling is one of the most exciting parts of an interior design project because it’s when the space can finally take on its personality. The main furnishing pieces like sofas, tables, and rugs create the baseline, but the art, pillows, decorative objects, and all the rest of the small details bring warmth, character, and soul into a room. It’s what makes a space feel alive, not just decorated. Without styling, even the most beautiful furniture and layouts can feel flat or unfinished.
For interior designers, styling is also a chance to tell a story about the people who live in the space. A coffee table book, a found vintage object, or a piece of meaningful artwork can instantly make a room feel personal and lived in. These touches make a house feel like home, and they allow the client’s unique style and lifestyle to shine through. It’s in these details that a space becomes truly one of a kind, like in these original built-ins pictured above in a mid-century modern project we recently completed. More photos of this space coming soon!
Styling also ties everything together. It’s like the final brushstrokes on a painting, pulling colors, textures, and moods into harmony. A throw blanket can echo the tones in a painting, or a collection of ceramics can soften a modern room with warmth and texture. These choices may seem small, but they’re what give a space balance, flow, and that effortless feeling of “this just works.” Styling is also what fills your space with character. Check out how empty this bedroom space below from our Westwater Refresh project looks without styling. Bringing in the right accessories makes all the difference!
Most importantly, styling transforms how a space feels. The right accessories and accents can make a room cozy, inspiring, energizing, or calming. A lamp with the perfect glow, a cluster of plants, or a gallery wall can completely change the way someone experiences a space. This is apparent in the color, texture, and interest that styling items brought to the built-ins below in our Bath Forest Remodel project. Beauty isn’t just about what we see, it’s about how a room makes us feel when we step inside.
In the end, styling is the magic that elevates design from good to unforgettable. It’s where creativity, intuition, and personality all come together to create spaces that aren’t just functional, but truly inspiring. It’s that finishing touch that makes someone walk into a room and say, “Wow, this feels amazing.”
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