Farland Interiors | www.farlandinteriors.com
Are there common themes that distinguish your work?
While every project is tailored to the client, my work is often defined by a sense of balance—spaces that feel layered yet restrained, comfortable yet intentional. I gravitate toward timeless materials, thoughtful proportions, and designs that feel grounded rather than overly trend-driven.
You provide full-service design services. How does this translate to your projects?
Full-service design allows us to guide a project from concept through completion. It means every detail, from architectural coordination to furnishings and finishes, is considered holistically, ensuring a cohesive result and a smoother, more enjoyable experience for the client.
How do you go about creating spaces that reflect functionality, beauty, and client uniqueness?
It starts with understanding how a client lives day to day. Functionality lays the foundation, beauty gives the space emotional resonance, and uniqueness comes from personal stories, habits, and preferences. When all three align, the space feels authentic rather than styled.
It is important that you have a personal connection with your clients. What is special about this?
Design is deeply personal, and trust is essential. Building a genuine connection allows clients to feel comfortable sharing how they really live and what matters to them. That openness leads to spaces that feel meaningful, not just visually appealing.
Why is it important to create designs that change and evolve?
Homes should be able to grow with the people who inhabit them. I design with longevity in mind; choosing adaptable layouts, timeless foundations, and pieces that can evolve over time rather than needing constant reinvention.
What is fulfilling about the interplay of interiors that project ease, warmth, and a sense of belonging?
There’s something incredibly rewarding about creating spaces that feel welcoming and lived-in rather than formal or precious. When a home offers warmth and ease, it becomes a place of comfort and connection, which is ultimately what quality design should support.
You have a reputation for working collaboratively with project teams and homeowners. Tell us about this.
Collaboration fosters clarity and trust. When architects, builders, artisans, and homeowners are aligned, the process becomes more fluid and creative. That teamwork results in better decision-making and a finished space that reflects a shared vision.
What are your takeaways from designing homes, especially as you work in markets throughout the country?
Design is deeply influenced by place, but the desire for comfort and beauty is universal. Working in different markets has reinforced the importance of respecting local context while remaining responsive to each client’s lifestyle and values.
Best materials to splurge on?
Natural stone and decorative lighting act as statement pieces, elevating a home much like art or jewelry.
What is your favorite design rule?
I tend to believe there are no fixed rules in design—there’s always a way to make something work, even when it defies convention.
