A Day in the Life of an Interior Designer: Behind the Scenes with Renae Keller
A Day in the Life of an Interior Designer: Behind the Scenes with Renae Keller
From morning coffee rituals to late-night design inspiration, here’s a peek into what a day really looks like in the life of an interior designer.
Morning Rituals: Finding Inspiration Before the Hustle
Coffee. Where is my coffee?
Ah, there it is. I take a deep breath, sit for a moment, and ease into the day—a slow roll, as some would say.
My mornings always begin with a quiet ritual: journaling, gratitude, and inspiration. It’s how I clear my mind and prepare to create beautiful, livable spaces for others.
Life feels different these days without kids to drive everywhere—it’s just me now. But somehow, I’m still ten minutes late!
From morning coffee rituals to late-night design inspiration, here’s a peek into what a day really looks like in the life of an interior designer.
Morning Rituals: Finding Inspiration Before the Hustle
Coffee. Where is my coffee?
Ah, there it is. I take a deep breath, sit for a moment, and ease into the day—a slow roll, as some would say.
My mornings always begin with a quiet ritual: journaling, gratitude, and inspiration. It’s how I clear my mind and prepare to create beautiful, livable spaces for others.
Life feels different these days without kids to drive everywhere—it’s just me now. But somehow, I’m still ten minutes late!
We’ve also incorporated a fan—or is it a scale?—pattern on the walls, alongside a gorgeous marble that’s perfectly placed. Seeing these materials come together is such a joy.
We’ve also incorporated a fan—or is it a scale?—pattern on the walls, alongside a gorgeous marble that’s perfectly placed. Seeing these materials come together is such a joy.
Creative Touches: Painting Outside the Lines
Now for my favorite part—literally drawing on the walls.
We’re painting the door trim in a two-tone finish. The closet door was intentionally installed without trim, and now we’ll paint a whimsical “frame” around it. It’s a fun, creative touch that turns a simple detail into something memorable. A lucky young client will have such a unique feature in her space!
Creative Touches: Painting Outside the Lines
Now for my favorite part—literally drawing on the walls.
We’re painting the door trim in a two-tone finish. The closet door was intentionally installed without trim, and now we’ll paint a whimsical “frame” around it. It’s a fun, creative touch that turns a simple detail into something memorable. A lucky young client will have such a unique feature in her space!
