Holiday home decorating and styling

A place of grace, not perfection. Design a home that loves you back. Practical tips, forgiving materials, and simple swaps to create calm, intentional spaces—without chasing perfection.

5 most common decor mistakes including window curtain hanging, rug sizes, lighting, and more

Why Now’s the Time to Start Your Home Project (Even With Tariffs Looming)

Yes, prices are going up. But your stress doesn’t have to.

If you’ve been thinking about a home renovation or design refresh but keep hearing the word “tariffs” tossed around, I’m here to help you sort through the noise (with a side of style, of course).

Let’s break it down.

What’s the Deal With Tariffs?

The U.S. has recently proposed or enacted tariffs on a wide range of imported goods—including home furnishings, building materials, and décor. Translation? Prices on a lot of the things you thought you needed for your project might be going up, even with the “pause” on many tariffs announced today by President Trump.

Quick stat: China's exports to the U.S. last year are said to have amounted to $3.2 billion, capturing approximately 26% of the furnishings & decor market. That’s A LOT of sofas & vases people.

Even if you're not doing a full-blown renovation, the ripple effect from rising material and shipping costs can impact everything from your sofa to your sconce.

But before you panic-buy that dining table from a random overseas site from any country other than China, let’s talk about the good news...

Why Working With an Interior Designer (Hey, That’s Me!) Actually Saves You Time & Money

At Lennox Road Interiors, we have the ability to source from some of the best U.S.-based brands—many of which you can’t access as a consumer. These trade-only vendors offer exclusive pricing, high quality, and custom capabilities that go way beyond what you’ll find scrolling online at midnight with a glass of wine (we’ve all been there).

Here’s what you get when you work with me:

• Avoid import price hikes by sourcing from U.S.-based furniture, lighting, and décor companies

• Access to trade-only pieces that aren’t available to the general public

• Faster lead times (bye-bye, 16-week shipping delays)

• Better quality and craftsmanship, often handmade or small-batch

• A curated design plan, so you’re not aimlessly ordering and hoping it all “comes together”

And don’t forget: I’ve done the homework so you don’t have to. You get the benefits of beautifully sourced American-made goods without the panic of rising prices or endless searching.

The Construction Industry Is Feeling It Too

Tariffs don’t just affect sofas and light fixtures—they’re driving up the cost of materials for homebuilders and contractors too. Lumber, steel, tile, cabinetry components... it’s all getting more expensive. Which means delays, backorders, and budget blowouts are becoming more common.

But here’s the silver lining: designers like me are becoming key players in helping you navigate around that.

I help you:

✅ Strategically plan your projects with the current market in mind
✅ Source local or U.S.-made materials that are less vulnerable to price hikes
✅ Streamline timelines with pre-vetted vendors and partners
✅ Design smart from the start—so you don’t waste money fixing avoidable mistakes later

My Secret Sauce? U.S. Sourcing.

Let me share a sneak peek of some of the U.S.-based brands I love (and trust with my clients' homes):

Living Room – Thos. Moser, Rowe Furniture, Rejuvenation
Bedroom – Vermont Woods Studios, Nest
Dining Room – Haand Ceramics, Apparatus Studio
Kitchen – Woodchuck USA, Emtek Hardware
Decor – Lostine, Schoolhouse

Want the full list tailored to your next project? I’ve got a beautifully designed sourcing guide for that (and yes, it’s pretty enough to keep on your desktop). Sign up for our newsletter for this free tool!

So, Why Now?

Because prices aren’t going down anytime soon. And with my help, you can work around rising costs instead of being blindsided by them.

Whether you’re thinking about a new kitchen layout, need help finding the perfect light fixture, or want your living room to feel like an actual sanctuary instead of “the room where Amazon boxes go to die”… I’ve got you.

Ready to Make Your Home Work For You?

Let’s chat. I offer free 20-minute discovery calls so we can talk about your ideas, your needs, and how to get your space feeling like you—without breaking the bank.

• Fill out an online inquiry here

P.S. Keep an eye on your inbox and my Instagram for the downloadable sourcing guide drop if you’ve signed up for our newsletter! You’ll love it. And if nothing else, you’ll finally know where designers get all their gorgeous, made-in-the-USA magic. 😉

A Fresh Start at Home: Small Changes That Make a Big Impact - Our March Blog Post, written in between chasing a foster puppy around and designing homes that work for you

Here at Lennox Road Interiors, we are in the business of helping clients love where they live, as much as who they share their homes with.

Road to Home - every room tells a story, a blog by Lennox Road Interiors