A Very Special Project: Mossy Rock
I recently wrapped up a deeply meaningful project in Mossy Rock, Washington—one that holds a permanent place in my heart for several reasons.
What Nature Teaches Me About Designing Beautiful, Functional Homes
Nature’s been designing for billions of years. I’ve just been take notes. Here's how I’m bring biomimicry into the heart of interior design.
The Design Process
I’ll start by saying that I love systems and processes. I once took the Kolbe Assessment, which measure’s a person’s innate problem-solving skills and my highest score was in “Follow Thru” (aka how you arrange and design systems or structure…organized and adaptable). I love a spreadsheet, a chart, or a graph (as long as it’s well designed and thought through, ha). This is why, for me as a designer, it is imperative to have a clear understanding of the design process and an order to the operation. This is how it goes…
Podcast Ep. “A Student’s Perspective”
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to sit down with Rick Campos of Design Biz Survival Guide to talk about my experience as a student of design at Heritage School of Interior Design in Portland, OR. With a diverse background and this being my “second” career (I use quotations because I’ve done so many other random things between!), I share a bit about how my background in fashion and marketing is setting me up for success.
Spring 2025 Color Combinations
A piece of what my nerdy color-coated brain is picking up in early 2025 as it relates to color combinations and trends in interior design.
2025 Interior Design Trends
2025 Interior Design Trends
Five design trends for 2025 that I am leaning into for the year as an interior designer.
What to Expect
when you hire a designer
When you hire Emily Jean Interior Design you can expect a standard of excellence at every step throughout the design process. With clear communication, established trade relationships, industry experience and natural talent, your project is destined for greatness.