Beyond the Trends: Designing a Home That Tells Your Story 

August 30, 20251 min read

two cats trendy bedroom with personality

There's no doubt that trends can be fun. From bold new color palettes to unexpected material pairings, the ever-evolving world of design keeps things feeling fresh and full of possibility.

At Two Cats Interiors, we enjoy exploring what's current--it keeps our creativity alive and helps our clients stay inspired.  But here's the truth: if your home is only filled with what's trending, it risks losing something.

Trends are designed to shift quickly. That's their nature. They come and go like the tides and following them too closely can leave your home feeling like a showroom rather than a sanctuary. It's why so many people redecorate endlessly yet still feel like something's missing.

A truly meaningful home isn't one that looks like everyone else's--it's one that reflects your life. It's in the handmade vase your best friend brought back from Portugal. The weathered trunk you found in a secondhand shop in California. The art you made with your kids. These are the pieces that can't be duplicated or sourced from a mass catalog. They carry stories, spirit, and soul.

Vases from a friend

That's the magic of bespoke design. It evolves slowly, over time. It honors where you've been, what you love, and how you live. It lets your home breathe with personality, depth, and charm.

Of course, incorporating modern elements keeps things lively--we love a good splash of "now"! But when you mix the new with the meaningful, your space becomes more than stylish. It becomes yours.

So next time you're tempted to chase the latest trend, pause and ask: does this reflect who I am, or is it just what I've been told I should want?

Your home should tell your story--not someone else's.

Interior design isn’t just my profession—it’s my passion and my life’s work.  Helping clients create interiors that reflect their dreams, values, and lifestyles is my joy.

Shaye Leeper

Interior design isn’t just my profession—it’s my passion and my life’s work. Helping clients create interiors that reflect their dreams, values, and lifestyles is my joy.

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