The Design Journal

Design. Homes. Living Well. A collection of ideas, project stories, and inspiration for creating homes that reflect the people who live in them.

Modern kitchen with marble island, three stools, black cabinets, pendant lights, striped blind, and fresh greenery in a bright calm space

Timeless Interior Design: Why Some Homes Never Feel Dated

Discover what makes some homes feel timeless. Learn where to invest in lasting design, embrace trends thoughtfully, and create a home that never feels dated.

1 day ago10 min read

Modern living room with blue sectional, striped rug, fireplace, ceiling fan, and open kitchen with glass pendants.

Six Home Investment Pieces That Are Always Worth It

Discover the home investment pieces we consistently find are worth the investment, from custom sofas and hardwood dining tables to custom drapery and ergonomic seating.

4 days ago11 min read

Serene primary bedroom with layered neutral bedding, upholstered headboard, brass wall sconce, and wood nightstand styled with fresh flowers. Through the doorway, a dedicated home office features a curved wood desk, patterned accent chair, sculptural pendant light, and arched windows that fill the space with natural light.

The Top 3 Home Updates We'd Make to Instantly Transform Your Home

Wondering where to start updating your home? Discover the three home updates LMOH Home recommends first to create timeless, high-impact transformation.

6 days ago7 min read

Luxury interior designed coastal living room with navy chairs, cream sofa, blue rug, gold accents, fireplace, art, and coffee table books.

Interior Design Principles: Why Some Homes Feel Right (and Others Don't)

Discover how interior design principles like scale, proportion, balance, and focal points create beautiful, functional homes. Learn how thoughtful interior design transforms the way your home looks, feels, and lives.

Jul 199 min read

Contemporary great room in a North Central Phoenix home featuring custom architectural molding, wood ceiling beams, built-in media cabinetry, layered furnishings, and full-service interior design by LMOH Home.

What We Know for Sure After 10+ Years of Interior Design

What does more than a decade in interior design teach you? From project management and trust to functionality and life transitions, these are the lessons we've learned after guiding hundreds of homeowners through remodels, renovations, custom homes, and furnishing projects across Arizona.

Jul 96 min read

Modern living room with gray sofas, a fireplace under a TV, large doors, and decorative plants. Patio view with outdoor seating. Cozy ambiance.

The Truth About Full-Service Interior Design: 5 Concerns, Answered

Discover the truth about full-service interior design as we address five common homeowner concerns and explain how a personalized design process creates confidence.

Sep 30, 202510 min read

Bright breakfast nook with large corner windows, a round wood pedestal table, and a mix of black dining chairs and a cozy upholstered settee. A circular rug anchors the space, while a geometric patterned ceiling and modern chandelier add texture and interest.

Concierge-Level Interior Design: A Hands-off Approach

Concierge-level interior design is a full-service, hands-off process where a design team manages every aspect of your home project from concept and furnishings to delivery and installation. You approve the vision once, and the rest is handled with the same discretion and precision you expect from other luxury services.

Sep 25, 20253 min read

Modern living room with a dark textured accent wall, wall-mounted TV, and long wooden media console. A large beige sectional sofa with mixed accent pillows faces a light wood coffee table styled with books and plants. A rounded gray armchair sits to the side, while natural light enters through a doorway with views of an outdoor patio and greenery.

Full-Service Interior Design: The New Standard of Luxury for Busy Executives

Discover why full-service interior design is the new standard of luxury for executives. Save time, access exclusive resources, and enjoy a turnkey, move-in ready home designed to reflect your success.

Sep 22, 20254 min read

In Process: Sedona Wine Lounge

Taste is taste regardless of style. It is a manifesto for how we design – infuse our clients’ aesthetic with ours, honor design principals and produce stunning results. We were thrilled to hear from a returning client for a project that is now underway in Sedona. We originally remodeled their Phoenix Park Lane bathroom into a luxe spa retreat, this time they wanted to convert an outdoor porch into an indoor wine tasting room. With views of Bell Rock, we were inspired! The for

Oct 18, 20212 min read

Home Tour: Willow Lane

The Willow Lane home tour has arrived! Dreaming of a farmhouse life in the middle of the city, this custom new build on private acreage was interior designed from the blueprint stages with durability, high-fashion style and chic liveable luxe materials that support this busy family's active and minimalistic lifestyle. At the heart of this home is the open floor plan kitchen and it abounds with intentional details and massive functionality. Understanding how the client is goi

Oct 18, 20213 min read

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