Mid century modern living room with vintage mirror, textured art, a bench sofa, bubble light, and hand-made cream leather ottoman.

For Homes

(and People)

That Refuse to

Be Ordinary

At Brighten Designs, we believe your home deserves more than a cosmetic update — it deserves a revival. We bring new life to outdated spaces while protecting the artistry, craftsmanship, and integrity that made them worth loving in the first place. For those who crave color, character, and thoughtful design, we help you update without erasing what’s already working — honoring history while designing for how you live today.

Design Services

  • During the consultation phase, we will create a clean and cohesive plan for your space and how to implement it. Things we discuss in a consultation:

    • Color palettes

    • Design styles

    • Space planning

    • Furnishing suggestions

    • Art direction

    • Lighting + fixtures

    • Finishes and textiles

    • Remodeling ideas

  • Included in my design services are:

    • Space planning

    • Drawings + development of design concepts

    • Color palette + style guide

    • Flooring, surfaces, cabinetry, and countertops selection

    • Finishes selection (I.e. fixed lighting, cabinet hardware, window treatments, etc.)

    • Furniture, art, and decor selection

    • Wall coverings selection

  • My project management covers:

    • Communicating with trades and overseeing project with site checks

    • Getting estimates + timelines

    • Procurement of products + order management

    • Arranging deliveries, installation, and staging

    • Cleanup for final reveal

Love Your Home

I remember the way my mom felt when she finally remodeled her kitchen after 25 years of living in their house. “I love cooking now!” That's when I truly understood the power of good design.

It's not just about pretty rooms or following trends. It's about creating a space that makes you excited to be home. A space that works with your life, not against it. A space that feels so perfectly you that it transforms how you move through your day.

Whether you’ve been tired of your home for years and have been dreaming of a space that actually fits your lifestyle or you’re starting a new home and need the vision to bring it to life — I’m here to make it happen!

From that first consultation where we talk about your vision, to the final reveal where you see your dream space come to life, I'll guide you through every decision with care, creativity, and attention to every detail.

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The Rave Reviews

  • “ Grace did a wonderful job creating a design board for help with my latest decorating project. She knows her stuff and I'd gladly use her again in the future!”

    — Doug W.

  • “ Working with Grace was awesome. Her attention to detail, creativity, and vision made the process seamless. She transformed my space into something truly remarkable, and I couldn't be happier with the results. If you're looking for a top-notch interior designer, Grace is the one to call.”

    — Ben W.

  • “ I had the pleasure of working with Grace to redesign my living room, and I couldn't be happier with the results! The whole process was smooth, and the final result truly exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Brighten Designs to anyone looking for a talented designer who listens and delivers! ”

    — Meg S.

  • Looking up through a wooden staircase with slatted sides, a white ceiling with a geometric, flower-like light fixture.
  • A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands with lamps, and a wall decorated with five hats of various shades. The room has light-colored walls, wooden floors, and a sliding barn door leading to a bathroom. Residential Design.
  • Modern kitchen with white upper cabinets, navy lower cabinets with gold handles, stainless steel appliances including a stove and microwave, white countertops, a window above the sink, and wooden flooring. Residential design.
  • A windowsill with a framed floral painting, a lit candle, and two wooden pepper shakers. Residential design.
  • Top-down view of a wooden staircase with framed photographs and paintings on the white walls surrounding it. Residential design.
  • Modern living and dining room with a white brick fireplace, black mantel, wooden shelves, a wooden dining table with six black chairs, a framed art piece saying 'HOWDY,' and contemporary decor including a gold bar cart and a tall floor lamp.
  • A living room corner with a dark blue sofa, orange and navy pillows, a wooden side table with a gold horse-shaped lamp, and a gallery wall of framed artwork and photos on a white wall. Residential design.
  • A laundry room with a black and white checkered floor, a window, a brown cowhide rug, a washing machine, a dryer, a custom built dog crate, and a small green stool from Inside Stories. Residential design.
  • Modern kitchen with black lower cabinets, white upper cabinets, gray brick backsplash, and a white marble countertop. Stove with a red and white checkered towel, microwave, and small appliances are on the counter. Two black pendant lights hang above the counter, with a view into a living room in the background.
  • Spacious living room with leather and fabric chairs, a central ottoman, a large tan and white sofa, and a patterned rug. Open sightlines to the dining area and kitchen, high arched windows, and rustic wooden front door with decorative glass panels.
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