sourced. shortlisted. shoppable.
the best in home, shortlisted three ways: by piece, by room, by concept.
curated from coastal California by an architecture-trained interior design professional
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curated collections of the best pieces in one category: lighting, hardware, seating, and more. every item earned its spot for a reason. click through to shop each one directly.
full room shortlists, built the way I'd design them, with budget, mid-range, and splurge options for every piece. build the whole look at whatever price point works for you.
shop by room.
shop by concept.
a complete material shortlist for a room: cabinet color, countertop, tile, hardware, and finishes, shown together the way a designer would spec them. three tiers for every material, plus the reasoning behind each pairing.
I’d rather show you the chair.
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I would rather show you the chair than pose beside it.
the living shortlist keeps the focus on good design, but behind every selection is a real person with 20+ years of architectural and interior design experience, a lifelong love of design, and the belief that everyone deserves a beautiful home.
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with roots and an education in architecture, I have spent a lot of time searching, comparing, specifying, and selecting. this is where I narrow down the endless options and share only what makes the shortlist.
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some links may eventually be affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission if you make a purchase, at no additional cost to you.
paid or not, nothing is included unless I believe it is worth sharing.
shopping through these links helps support the time and research behind the living shortlist, allowing me to continue sharing thoughtful finds and experienced design advice.