Nov 03, 2025 | read more
Do you struggle to use a spare bedroom as your home office? Books, computer gear, and paper piled everywhere? Difficult to make space for your guests when they arrive last-minute? I have just the solution for you! Take a look at this San Francisco home office / bedroom before-and-after for inspiration. In a contemporary urban […]
Oct 20, 2025 | read more
Autumn is here again! This season, my thoughts turn to warm sweaters, raking crisp leaves, and getting cozy by a warm fire. Here are a few of my clients’ favorite fireplace designs I created, and I think you will enjoy them, too. Gentleman’s Modern Classic Fireplace I like to call this one a modern classic […]
Dec 19, 2022 | read more
First, declutter and clean your home before decorating. Create a system to deal with incoming and outgoing packages and gifts. Next, prepare a welcoming guest bedroom and bathroom with a gift box or stocking full of helpful personal care goodies. Use holiday storage boxes for everyday items such as towels. Plan the drinks and food […]
Apr 18, 2022 | read more
This year’s Houzz Home Survey reveals that homeowners want design options offering more flexibility within the existing footprint of their homes. Searches for TV armoires with pocket doors, queen Murphy beds, and nesting side tables have increased on Houzz, all of which create dual-use rooms by creatively hiding when not in use. Swivel accent chairs […]
Jul 13, 2020 | read more
Now more than ever, a home office is necessary for modern life. But how do you find space for a home office in your already-packed-to-the-gills city apartment or condo? I’ll show you how! The first place to consider, if you have a multi-level home, is under your stairs! It can be as simple as placing […]
Apr 20, 2020 | read more
We’re proud to share Kimball Starr Interior Design has been awarded Best of Service by Houzz again in 2020! It’s our 8th win! If you haven’t visited (and you should), Houzz is a social platform connecting homeowners and residential interior design professionals. This award shows that our work is popular with clients, as do our […]