Inside the Studio
What Designers Do Differently After the Holidays
After the holidays, most people assume styling means “putting things away.”
What designers actually focus on is visual recovery.
December is visually loud: layers, sparkle, contrast, abundance. January requires something else entirely: restraint, continuity, and softness that still feels intentional.
When I style spaces after the holidays, I’m not creating emptiness. I’m restoring visual rhythm.
Folding as a Styling Tool
Styling Is About Visual Permission
January styling gives your eye permission to rest.
I’m not trying to impress the room.
I’m trying to make it feel livable again, while still elevated.
That balance is where styling becomes powerful. It’s quiet. It’s confident. And it supports how the home is actually used, not just how it looks in a photo.
January Is a Transition, Not a Reset
January is not about decluttering.
At least, not the way most people are taught to think about it.
After years of working inside high-performing homes — families who host generously, travel frequently, and move through life at a full pace — I’ve learned that January is not a “clean slate.” It’s a transition point.
Your Home’s About to Expand by 25% — Here’s How to Stay Sane
As we head into the holiday and hosting season, I wanted to share a few quick reminders to help you keep that fresh, organized feeling going, because let’s be honest, this time of year tests every system. The holidays bring more of everything: decorations, gift wrap, laundry, guests — the average home sees about 25% more “stuff” come through the door between now and January.
Inside the Home
Lincoln Park Chicago, IL Closet Reveal
By editing “incompatible systems” and reworking the underlying architecture, stylist and luxury organizer Kris Morgan transformed a once-restrictive custom closet into a calm, design-centric sanctuary.
At first glance, the walk-in closet inside this Lincoln Park residence appeared enviable: a custom-built system, thoughtfully finished, and densely packed with a beautifully curated wardrobe. But beneath the surface, the space told a different story—one of friction, visual noise, and a layout no longer aligned with the life
Vicki Poulos, Creative Executive
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