Intro to June’s Theme: Versatility

Designing for Life’s Next Chapter: How to Furnish with Flexibility in Mind

June marks the halfway point of the year—a natural moment to reflect on how our spaces are working for us. As life shifts, expands, or surprises us, our homes should be able to flex and adapt right alongside us. That’s why we’re focusing this month on versatility—not just in style, but in substance. A truly versatile space is one that evolves with you. Whether you’re navigating a new season of life, entertaining guests, or simply craving a fresh look, the most supportive homes are the ones that respond with grace and ease. Throughout June, we’ll be exploring how to build that kind of flexibility into your home, from furniture selections to seasonal styling and even color theory.We’re kicking off with a topic many of our clients face—how to design for transition.

If there’s one thing life guarantees, it’s change.

Whether you’re moving in with a partner, sending a child off to college, starting a family, or preparing for a relocation, these shifts can make your home feel either like a steady anchor—or a place that no longer fits.

When we design homes, we don’t just think about how you live today—we consider what’s ahead. A thoughtful space isn’t static. It evolves with you. That’s where the magic of versatility comes in.

Here’s how we approach designing for life transitions, and how you can create a home that feels right in every chapter.

1. Design with Movement in Mind

Even if you're not planning a move just yet, it helps to think about how your furniture might function in a new space or layout. Can your dining table double as a workspace? Could your guest bed one day become your kid’s first “big kid” bed?

We recommend choosing furnishings that aren’t overly customized to one room, one house, or one lifestyle season. Designing for movement doesn’t mean being impersonal—it means staying open to possibility.

2. Think Beyond the Moment You’re In

A nursery can eventually become a reading room. A home office may evolve into a hobby space. When we work with clients who are going through life changes, we like to ask: What do you see this room becoming someday? Even if the answer isn’t clear, designing with adaptability in mind allows you to pivot more easily when the time comes.

Pro tip: Avoid one-note themes. Instead, build layers that can be edited or rearranged as life shifts.

3. Choose a Flexible Foundation

We’re big believers in designing from a place of timelessness. That doesn’t mean boring—it means grounded. When your larger furniture pieces, paint choices, and finishes are kept neutral or classic, it gives you freedom to adapt your space with accessories, artwork, and textiles that reflect your current season.

It’s easier to change a pillow cover than it is to reupholster a sofa.

4. Multipurpose is Your Best Friend

Versatile spaces often rely on pieces that can serve multiple functions. A bench that works at the foot of a bed, in a hallway, or as extra dining room seating. A cabinet that holds baby supplies now and becomes your home bar later. These moments of smart design aren’t just practical—they’re budget-friendly and emotionally grounding.

We often remind clients: Your style can grow and shift—but your home doesn’t have to start over every time.

5. Design for What You Need—Emotionally and Logistically

Transitions are rarely just logistical. They’re emotional. Whether joyful or bittersweet, change can be overwhelming. Your home should offer comfort and clarity—not chaos.

That might look like creating a quiet reading nook during a move, choosing calming colors in a newly empty bedroom, or rearranging furniture to support a new routine. Good design holds space for your real life, including the messy parts.

Final Thoughts

The beauty of a versatile home is that it becomes a true partner in your life—not just a backdrop. When designed with intention, your space can grow with you, support you through change, and reflect each season of your story with authenticity and ease.

Because life isn’t about staying the same. And your home doesn’t have to either.