There are endless stereotypes about hiring interior designers. Only the wealthy can afford one; it doesn’t fit into my budget; it’s not necessary, or I can do the work myself. The truth is, investing in an interior designer is one of the best decisions you can make as your home is the largest asset you own.

The process of remodeling a home or a specific space in your house can be daunting, unless you’re similar to me and love a good home renovation project. For me, there is nothing more satisfying than the progress of building something new — no matter how long it may take. Watching a room come to life is magical, and the best mess is construction dust!

Some might ask why Catherine Rose Design & CO.? The development of my new business name is parallel to my design strategies for each project — deeply rooted and connected to core family values.

Life is unpredictable. If I told my 22-year-old self that by my mid-thirties I’d be a female business owner, I would be cracking up. It’s cliche, but how I’ve built a new career and redefined “dream job” is proof that when one door closes, another one opens.