Designing Homes for the Way We Live Now
We recently received some exciting news: Astral House has been selected for the Architectural Digest AD PRO Directory, a curated network of design professionals across the country. It’s an incredible honor to see our St. Petersburg interior design studio included alongside designers and architects whose work we have admired for years. Explore Astral House on […]
What Your Interior Designer Handles Behind the Scenes
When people imagine hiring an interior designer, they usually picture mood boards, beautiful furniture, and the finished reveal. What they don’t see is everything that happens behind the scenes to make that reveal possible. Every project, whether it’s a full-home furnishing, renovation, or new construction, encounters unexpected challenges. Materials arrive damaged, manufacturers make mistakes, schedules […]
When Should You Hire an Interior Designer?
Earlier Than You Think. Most people assume it’s after the architectural plans are complete, once construction has started, or when it’s finally time to choose furniture. In reality, the earlier we’re involved, the better. Being based in downtown St. Petersburg means we’ve spent years building relationships with architects, builders, contractors, and skilled trades we genuinely […]
The Psychology of Design | The Human Need for Change
Over the last decade, I have learned how to anticipate the needs of others when it comes to their homes. I have learned how to stay curious, observe closely, and immerse myself in the lives of the people who will inhabit a space. I love discovering what brings them comfort, what inspires them, and what […]