Our Secret Process to Define Your Personal Style

January 30, 2025

At Inspired Interiors, we know that personal style isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s deeply individual, rooted in who you are, where you’ve been, and where you’re headed. That’s why we developed our unique, three-step formula to help clients define their style—a process that blends your past, your present, and your future. Let’s break it down:

1. The Past: The Foundation of Your Style

Your past is where it all begins. It’s shaped by the environment you grew up in—your family home, your surroundings, and the visual cues that formed your sense of comfort and beauty.

For example, did you grow up on the beaches of Florida? If so, you might feel drawn to the soft blues, sandy tones, and breezy textures that remind you of coastal life. Or perhaps you spent your childhood in the rugged mountains of Montana, where earthy colors, natural materials, and rustic details were part of your everyday scenery.

Your upbringing creates your “default settings”—the visual preferences you’re naturally drawn to because they’ve been with you from a young age. We tap into these influences to build the first layer of your personal style, ensuring your home feels familiar and deeply personal.

2. The Present: Grounded in the Now

Your present is equally important—it’s all about where you live now and the space you call home. What kind of structure do you live in? Is it a sleek, modern high-rise in downtown Chicago? A vintage Cape Cod in Connecticut? Or perhaps a mid-century modern gem in the Midwest?

Your current architectural environment often sets the tone for your style choices. For example, a contemporary Miami high-rise might not pair well with traditional French country décor, and a Tudor-style home would struggle to embrace mid-century minimalism without a hybrid approach.

We look at your home’s structural details—its windows, proportions, and square footage—to ensure that the design complements your present-day environment. This step is about creating harmony between your space and your personal style.

3. The Future: Designing for What’s Next

The future is where functionality meets aspiration. It’s about considering what your life will look like moving forward and designing a space that supports it.

For example, are you creating a family-friendly home for three kids? Do you need allergy-friendly zones because your new partner has cats? Maybe your future involves embracing bold trends like statement wallpaper but finding ways to do so that feel manageable and “you.”

The future also includes designing for lifestyle goals. Do you want your home to feel like a luxurious resort where you can unwind? Or perhaps you’re dreaming of a more romantic, intimate atmosphere. Whatever your vision, we incorporate these elements into your style, ensuring your space evolves with you.

Your Style, Perfectly Defined

Our process isn’t just about creating beautiful spaces—it’s about designing homes that tell your story. By blending the influences of your past, present, and future, we craft interiors that are as functional as they are breathtaking, and as timeless as they are personal.

Ready to start the journey? Let us help you define your style and create a space that’s unapologetically you.