How Your Home Can Shape Who You Are

There’s something magical about a well-designed space. It’s not just about the aesthetics - the bold wallpaper, the perfectly chosen accent chair, or the ideal shade of paint on the walls. It’s about the feeling that washes over you when you step into a room. It’s about how the design of a space mirrors who you are and sparks inspiration, creativity, and joy.

I recently had the privilege of sitting down with Philadelphia-based artist, Emily Ennulat, and hearing the story behind her latest wallpaper line. Emily shared how each design was intentionally named after women in her family that came before her. Women that had dreams as aspirations but didn’t have the opportunity to see those dreams come alive. Her creations aren’t just decoration; it’s part of the environment that shapes the way we feel, think, and live.

my visit to Emily Ennulat’s Chestnut Hill boutique

As I listened to Emily speak, I couldn’t help but think about a podcast I’d heard with author, artist, and poet Jackie Hill Perry. Jackie shared how she intentionally designs her home for hospitality - not just to create a welcoming environment for guests, but also to ensure it’s functional and nurturing for her family. Her home isn’t just beautiful; it’s a space designed to support the lives of those who live there, to foster connection, peace, and purpose. This resonated deeply with me because, at the heart of what I do as an interior designer, I believe that home design is so much more than just beauty. It’s a tool for living. It’s a way to create an environment where you can thrive.

Your Home as a Reflection of You

When you walk into your home, what does it say to you? Does it support the way you want to live? Does it make you feel energized, calm, or inspired? Or does it leave you feeling overwhelmed and disconnected? Your home is more than just four walls—it’s a reflection of your life, your values, and your dreams. And when it’s designed with intention, it has the power to elevate your experience and nurture the person you’re becoming.

Every time I work with a new client, I take the time to really understand their story. I want to know what they value, how they move through their space, and most importantly, how they want to feel in that space. I don’t believe in cookie-cutter designs. Every home should feel as unique as the person or family living there. Design should make you feel seen, understood, and inspired. It should lift you up and support you, creating an environment where you can thrive in all aspects of your life.

The Solution: Designing with Purpose

Designing with purpose is what sets my approach apart. It’s not just about selecting pretty things. It’s about weaving together a vision for your space that aligns with who you are and how you want to feel. Whether you’re seeking calm, inspiration, energy, or balance, I work with you to create a space that nourishes your soul and helps you live the life you aspire to.

If you’re ready to transform your space into a place that inspires you every day, I’d love to help.

My Design Clarity Call is the first step toward understanding your needs, your vision, and how we can bring your dream space to life.

If you're seeking inspiration and a chance to connect with like-minded individuals, I would love for you to join me for my 10 Year Anniversary Soirée on September 13th. This invitation-only event will be an evening of celebration, reflection, and design inspiration as we toast to the past, present, and future of Georgette Marise Interiors. If you’d like to be added to the guest list, please email us at info@georgettemarise.com.

Spaces are more than just backgrounds for our lives - they have the power to shape our experience. Let’s create a home that truly inspires you.

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Why Intention Matters More Than Trends in Interior Design

We are surrounded by noise when it comes to designing our homes.
Interior design for homeowners often feels like a tug-of-war. There are do’s and don’ts, trends that change with the seasons, and endless reels showing how to “design on a dime” or “live luxuriously.” One moment we’re told to be minimal; the next, to layer boldly. And if you’ve ever felt stuck in between all the advice and aesthetics, wondering what actually works—you’re not alone.

The truth is: great design isn’t about going it “right”. It’s about creating a home that reflects you.

It’s Not About Sides. It’s About You.

Trends aren’t wrong. Budgets aren’t wrong. Luxury isn’t wrong either.
But the key to a home you’ll love comes down to something deeper: intention.

As someone who practices intentional interior design, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful it is when your space is tailored to your needs, your lifestyle, and your energy.
The finishes, the colors, the layout—it’s not about impressing anyone. It’s about how it makes you feel.

Because when a space works for you, you feel it.
It flows. It supports. It inspires.
It feels like home.

Why Your Home Might Feel "Off"

Even beautifully furnished homes can feel incomplete.
That’s usually because they were built to follow trends—not to serve a purpose.

In personalized home design, every detail is chosen to create a specific experience.
So if you walk into a room and something feels off, it may not be the wrong color or furniture—it may be that the room wasn’t designed with intention.

Here’s a simple design truth:
When something “looks done,” it’s not just because it’s stylish. It’s because every piece in the space is working toward an intended feeling.

That’s what makes multifunctional spaces feel calm, seamless, and livable.

Interior Design: Georgette Marise Interiors

Completion is the Real Transformation

There’s something sacred about a space that’s finished.
Not “still figuring it out.” Not “good enough for now.”
Completed. Designed. Lived in. Loved.

When a room is completed with purpose, the shift is emotional.
You stop “making it work” and start feeling supported. At peace. Grounded.
That’s the real goal of interior design for women and busy homeowners—not just pretty, but personal.

So let me ask you:

• Does your home feel complete or half-finished?

• Do your rooms support your lifestyle?

• Are you still adjusting... or are you thriving in your space?

Because completion is what creates the feeling most people crave—ease, peace, joy.
It’s the emotional exhale that happens when a room is designed with your unique story in mind.

Interior Design: Georgette Marise Interiors

Ask yourself:

• Does my home feel complete—or always in progress?

• Do I feel settled, or am I constantly rearranging, fixing, or “making it work”?

• Have I created a space that feels like home, or just something that looks nice?

Take This With You

Here are a few gentle journal prompts to reflect on after reading:

• What’s one space in my home that I love—and why?

• What’s one space that drains me—and what’s missing?

• What emotion do I want to feel more of in my home?

• What needs to be completed in my space to support that feeling?

This kind of reflection can be just as important as choosing paint colors or floor plans. When you understand how you want to feel in your home, you can begin to design with clarity.

You Don’t Have to Figure It Out Alone

If this stirred something in you—if you’re nodding, or even just feeling that tug to finally bring your space to life with intention—I’d love to support you.

Let’s have a 20-minute Design Clarity Call.
No pressure. Just you and me, talking through what’s working, what’s not, and what’s possible.

Because your home isn’t just a backdrop—it’s part of your story.
Let’s design it with that in mind.