Meet Stephanie Ferrara: Top Tips for Designing Your Dream Home
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Meet Stephanie Ferrara: Top Tips for Designing Your Dream Home

Designing your dream home is a journey filled with creativity, excitement, and, at times, challenges. As an experienced interior design professional, I’m Stephanie Ferrara, here to share my top tips for creating a home that reflects your personality and meets your needs. From initial planning to renovation tips and tricks, here’s how you can make your dream home a reality.

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Why Art is So Important in Your Home: Tips from Our Founder, Stephanie Ferrara
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Why Art is So Important in Your Home: Tips from Our Founder, Stephanie Ferrara

Incorporating art into your home decor isn't just about filling empty walls; it's about creating an environment that reflects your personality, evokes emotions, and fosters a sense of well-being. As the founder of our interior design company, I’m passionate about helping clients understand the transformative power of art in their living spaces. Here’s why art is essential in your home and some tips on how to select and display it effectively.

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Setting the Perfect Christmas Table: A Feast for the Eyes
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Setting the Perfect Christmas Table: A Feast for the Eyes

As the holiday season draws near, it’s the perfect time to bring a little magic to your table setting. Whether you’re hosting a cozy family dinner or a chic holiday soirée, creating a beautiful, inviting table is the ultimate way to celebrate. Here are a few design tips to elevate your Christmas table with style and elegance.

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What Are Roman Blinds and Why Do We Love Using Them?
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What Are Roman Blinds and Why Do We Love Using Them?

When it comes to window treatments, Roman blinds are a timeless and versatile choice that can elevate any interior design. Here’s an in-depth look at what Roman blinds are and why we love incorporating them into our projects.

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Top 10 Tips for Designing Your Forever Home
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Top 10 Tips for Designing Your Forever Home

Designing your forever home is an exciting and meaningful journey. It's about creating a space that reflects your personality, meets your needs, and adapts to your lifestyle for years to come. Here are our top 10 tips to help you design a home that you'll love now and forever.

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2025 Design Trends We're Loving
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2025 Design Trends We're Loving

As we bid farewell to summer and prepare for the cozy days of winter, it’s the perfect time to reflect on where we’ve been and where the design world is heading. For 2025, Laidback Lee Design is embracing a sense of fun, creativity, and boldness in our approach to interiors. From deep greens to whimsical embellishments, and coastal charm to romantic curves, here’s our take on the trends that will define the year ahead.

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Why We Love Custom Upholstery in Our Projects
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Why We Love Custom Upholstery in Our Projects

When it comes to interior design, the details matter. Among these details, custom upholstery stands out as a game-changer. Here’s why we love incorporating custom upholstery into our projects and why you should consider it for your home.

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Introducing Our New Podcast: Laidback Design Chat – Your Go-To Space for Easy, Effortless Interiors
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Introducing Our New Podcast: Laidback Design Chat – Your Go-To Space for Easy, Effortless Interiors

We’re excited to announce the launch of our brand-new podcast, Laidback Design Chat—a relaxed, fun, and informative series dedicated to helping you design spaces that feel as good as they look. Whether you’re a seasoned interior design pro or someone who’s just starting to experiment with home decor, this podcast is for anyone looking to create cozy, stylish spaces without the stress.

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Why Teamwork Makes for Dream Work - Especially in the Design World
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Why Teamwork Makes for Dream Work - Especially in the Design World

In the world of interior design, creativity and vision are paramount. However, the true magic happens when a team comes together to bring a design project to life. As the founder of [Your Design Firm], I’ve seen firsthand how collaboration and teamwork can transform ideas into stunning realities. Here’s why teamwork is essential in the design world and how it contributes to achieving dream-worthy results.

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Designing Your Dream Kitchen (With Lots of Storage)
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Designing Your Dream Kitchen (With Lots of Storage)

The kitchen is often considered the heart of the home, a place where meals are prepared, and memories are made. When designing your dream kitchen, ample storage is key to ensuring that the space is functional, organized, and clutter-free. Here are our top tips for designing a kitchen that not only looks stunning but also offers plenty of storage.

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Why We Love Wallpaper
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Why We Love Wallpaper

Wallpaper has made a major comeback in the world of interior design, and it's easy to see why. From bold patterns to subtle textures, wallpaper offers a multitude of benefits that paint simply can't match. Here’s why we love using wallpaper in our projects and why you might fall in love with it too.

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Design Direction: Luxury
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Design Direction: Luxury

Luxury design indulges in the finest materials and craftsmanship, creating an ambience of grandeur and comfort. It’s about curating spaces that exude elegance and sophistication, enveloping you in an atmosphere of refined living. The goal is to seamlessly blend classical elegance with contemporary sophistication, crafting spaces that are visually stunning and provide a haven of comfort and opulence.

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Elevating Interior Spaces with Texture and Pattern
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Elevating Interior Spaces with Texture and Pattern

Creating a beautiful and inviting interior space is an art that combines various elements like color, furniture, lighting, and accessories. Among these, texture and pattern play a crucial role in adding depth, interest, and personality to a room. Whether you’re a seasoned interior designer or a homeowner looking to refresh your space, understanding how to use texture and pattern effectively can transform your interiors from ordinary to extraordinary.

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Create Cosy Winter Ambience at Home
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Create Cosy Winter Ambience at Home

As the days get shorter and we step into the dropping temperatures of winter many of us will spend more time indoors. Here we consider the ways in which we can implement a warmer ambience in your home with styling that ensures you are cosy and comfortable all season long with inclusions from flush soft furnishings to warm touches of luxury to promise a restful night. 

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The Importance of Trusting Your Designer: A Key to Successful Projects
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The Importance of Trusting Your Designer: A Key to Successful Projects

Behind every beautifully designed space or product is a collaboration between a client and a designer. While the client brings their vision and requirements to the table, it's the designer who translates these ideas into reality. However, for this collaboration to flourish, trust is paramount. Let's delve into why trusting your designer is essential for the success of any project.

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Embracing the Parisian Spirit: Timeless design with flair
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Embracing the Parisian Spirit: Timeless design with flair

The allure of Parisian design has long captivated design enthusiasts around the world. The latest exploration into this timeless aesthetic reveals how it continues to shape modern interiors with a blend of grace, creativity, and that quintessential French flair.

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Creating Your Ideal Home Office: Design Tips and Ideas
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Creating Your Ideal Home Office: Design Tips and Ideas

In today's increasingly remote work-oriented world, having a well-designed home office is essential for productivity, comfort, and overall well-being. Whether you're a freelancer, a remote employee, or an entrepreneur, your workspace should be a place that inspires creativity and fosters focus. Here are some tips and ideas for designing the perfect at-home office.

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Tips and Tricks to Style Your Little Girl’s Room: A Neutral Base with Old World Charm
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Tips and Tricks to Style Your Little Girl’s Room: A Neutral Base with Old World Charm

Designing a little girl’s room that combines a neutral base with old world charm creates a timeless and versatile space. This approach allows the room to grow with your child, adapting to her changing tastes while maintaining a classic, elegant aesthetic. Here are some tips and tricks to help you achieve this beautiful and functional design.

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Why You Need an Interior Designer: Achieving the Look You Want
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Why You Need an Interior Designer: Achieving the Look You Want

In the age of Pinterest boards and DIY tutorials, the idea of hiring an interior designer might seem unnecessary to some. After all, with enough inspiration and a trip to the nearest home goods store, anyone can attempt to design their space, right? Wrong. While the allure of a beautifully designed home is undeniable, achieving that polished, cohesive look requires expertise that only a professional interior designer can provide.

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Curb Appeal: How to make your home stand out.
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Curb Appeal: How to make your home stand out.

While curb appeal captures attention from the outside, it's the interior of your home that truly reflects your personality and style. Interior design is all about creating a space that not only looks beautiful but also functions well for your lifestyle.

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