May 14, 2026
2026 Met Gala Inspired Interiors
The 2026 Met Gala theme was “Costume Art,” and attendees certainly delivered! Raising money for the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, the Met Gala is an event that celebrities and designers alike look forward to every year. It is one of the…
April 29, 2026
Bringing the Outdoors In: Designing Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living
Designing hybrid indoor-outdoor living spaces is all about creating a cohesive flow from the interior of the home to the nature that surrounds it. Covered porches and outdoor living areas become an extension of daily life and make that connection feel natural and effortless. When…
April 20, 2026
The Spaces Between: Thoughtfully-Designed Transitional Spaces
When it comes to luxury interior design, no space is overlooked. Spaces that we move through are just as important as the ones we spend time in. Entryways, mudrooms, hallways, and quiet corners are often thought of as purely functional, but they work overtime in…
March 27, 2026
A Life Well Designed: Letters From the Design Team
Hello, I’m so glad you’re here. This series is something my team and I have been excited to share. Our goal is simple: to stay connected with you in a more meaningful way while offering thoughtful insights, inspiration, and practical knowledge drawn from our work…
March 25, 2026
Cherry Blossom-Inspired Interiors
Each year, cherry blossom season in Washington, D.C. draws in thousands of people to appreciate these beautiful blooms. Visitors and locals alike follow along with the bloom timing through the National Park Service’s Bloom Watch. Though peak bloom doesn’t last long, the beauty of this…
May 14, 2026
2026 Met Gala Inspired Interiors
The 2026 Met Gala theme was “Costume Art,” and attendees certainly delivered! Raising money for the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, the Met Gala is an event that celebrities and designers alike look forward to every year. It is one of the…
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April 29, 2026
Bringing the Outdoors In: Designing Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living
Designing hybrid indoor-outdoor living spaces is all about creating a cohesive flow from the interior of the home to the nature that surrounds it. Covered porches and outdoor living areas become an extension of daily life and make that connection feel natural and effortless. When…
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April 20, 2026
The Spaces Between: Thoughtfully-Designed Transitional Spaces
When it comes to luxury interior design, no space is overlooked. Spaces that we move through are just as important as the ones we spend time in. Entryways, mudrooms, hallways, and quiet corners are often thought of as purely functional, but they work overtime in…
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March 27, 2026
A Life Well Designed: Letters From the Design Team
Hello, I’m so glad you’re here. This series is something my team and I have been excited to share. Our goal is simple: to stay connected with you in a more meaningful way while offering thoughtful insights, inspiration, and practical knowledge drawn from our work…
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March 25, 2026
Cherry Blossom-Inspired Interiors
Each year, cherry blossom season in Washington, D.C. draws in thousands of people to appreciate these beautiful blooms. Visitors and locals alike follow along with the bloom timing through the National Park Service’s Bloom Watch. Though peak bloom doesn’t last long, the beauty of this…
Read the post4 Reasons to Design with Sunbrella
Late last year, MDI had the pleasure of attending Sunbrella’s Perspective New York event, where designers from…
MDI talks 2015 Interior Design Trends with Eidé Magazine
Alexis Predicts 2015 Interior Design Trends Wondering about what 2015 interior design trends are on the horizon?…
5 of the best in Charleston design according to The Scout Guide
The Scout Guide is a beautifully curated magazine that illustrates the “best of local” in the various…
Happy Valentine’s: Sweet decor ideas
It doesn’t have to be Valentine’s Day to brainstorm on sweet decor ideas, but it’s still a…
Margaret’s Tips for Historic Interior Design
Looking for Historic Interior Design Inspiration? Read Margaret’s tips for historic interior design and get a peek…
Comfort Decor: 5 Fuzzy Ways to Keep Warm
According to Monday’s groundhog, we have at least six more weeks of winter in store. While you…
7 Fireplace Design Ideas for Cozy Winter Nights
Can you believe this time last year there was snow on the ground in Charleston and many…
Best of Houzz 2015: 5 projects that helped us win, again
Well, we’ve done it again! Since 2013, MDI has racked up both design as well as service…
Designer Spotlight: 5 Questions with Designer Lisa Mende
During the ASID conference last year, we were so inspired by guest speaker, designer Lisa Mende of…
