Over the years, I have come to see interior design as more than furnishings and finishes. It is about well-being. It is about creating a space where you can recharge, reconnect, and feel like yourself again. That shift in perspective is what now drives everything I do. Many of my projects begin with, “I just need a new sofa,” or “I love this inspiration photo.” But within a few minutes of conversation, it becomes clear, what my client realy needs is a home that supports the life they are building. That is what we uncover together.

I have had the privilege of designing homes for incredible clients across the country. Many of them have invited me into their lives more than once, trusting me with multiple properties, from primary residences to second homes and even vacation rentals. These long-standing relationships reflect what matters most to me: earning trust, understanding my clients deeply, and creating spaces that feel right for them.

My approach is, and has always been, client-focused. Your story, your lifestyle, and your needs guide every design decision I make. From layout to lighting, from color palettes to custom pieces, design is never one-size-fits-all. It is personal.

My Journey as a Designer

My design career began in upstate South Carolina in 1998, working for a small, locally-owned interior design firm. I quickly advanced to lead designer, and several years later co-founded Fine Interiors. We had the honor of designing model homes for a nationwide home builder, which helped me sharpen my skills in creating inspirational yet livable spaces.

After relocating to the mountains of North Carolina in 2006, I rebranded as Fine Interiors of Western North Carolina , a full-service residential design firm. My work has been featured in local Parade of Homes and several regional publications.

In 2024, recognizing the growing need for flexible, accessible design services, I officially expanded to offer online consultation-based interior design. This has allowed me to continue serving long-time clients while welcoming new ones, whether they are across the state or across the country.

A Legacy of Creativity and Craftsmanship

Design runs in my blood. I come from a long line of creatives, engineers, and craftsmen. My grandfather was a master furniture builder and an amateur photographer with a keen eye for beauty. My father, a retired career military man and later a civil engineer, helped shape one of South Carolina’s most prestigious lakefront communities. My mother, intelligent and elegant, was a gifted poet and wordsmith. Together, they taught me discipline, curiosity, and the importance of beauty in daily life.

I first discovered interior design while working alongside a designer named Sandy at my father’s firm while I was in high school. Sandy’s passion for design and enthusiasm was contagious, and working alongside her sparked something in me that never left. Inspired by that early experience, I went on to earn a Fine Arts degree in interior design, a path that deepened my ability to truly listen to clients, understand their lives, and design homes that speak to who they are, sometimes even before they have the words to express it themselves.

Now, I am proud to say that the legacy continues. My daughter, Emma Wright, has joined the firm as my design assistant. Emma brings fresh insight and a heartfelt desire to create spaces for children, especially those with special needs, a cause dear to our family. Her compassion and creativity are inspiring, and I am honored to walk this path with her.

Author, Columnist, Outside the Studio

In recent years, I have expanded my creative work to include writing, a return to my roots and a tribute to my mother’s gift with language. I currently write a monthly interior design column for a local newspaper, Positively Haywood , in North Carolina, and I am in the process of publishing a series of interior design books, beginning with my flagship title, The Sensory Home, planning to debuting in late 2026.

My goal as an author mirrors my goal as a designer: to help people understand how deeply their environment affects their energy, mood, and health, and to empower them to create homes that reflect who they are and how they want to feel.

When I am not designing or writing, you will likely find me in the garden with my partner, Hal, enjoying the serenity of our North Carolina mountain home. We love spending time with our two children, entertaining friends, cooking great food, and sipping a glass of red wine while listening to jazz.

These moments fuel my creativity. They remind me why home matters so deeply, and why I do what I do.