Allison Jaffe

Award-winning residential interior designer/95% Austinite/flexitarian foodie/makeup junkie/professional socializer. [email protected]

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It lights me up to walk into someone's home and have the opportunity to point out all of the potential that lives there.
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The world has changed since I started in interior design 11 years ago and one side effect of that change is more time in our homes.
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One thing I love be...

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Be bold with your color choices. Let your personality shine through with vibrant color.
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A room full of light and color is a room that inspires, motivates, and empowers.

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My creativity shows up most in the space between discipline and ease.
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A strong to-do list is just as important to me as creating a graceful opening for inspiration to flow through.
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Caring for myself in this way allows me to care for my projects, clients, family, and frien...

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When you ask the right questions, you get the right answers.
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That's been a big learning of mine over the last 11 years growing my interior design company.
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Part of my design process is making sure my clients are asking the right questions about their home.
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Many design id...

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This custom floating staircase encircles a double-sided fireplace.
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It's hidden support beams make the entire structure a functional piece of art connecting multiple areas and levels of this home.
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It's a brilliant example of how great design and engineering go hand in hand.

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Rooms and furniture should talk to one another—I firmly believe that.
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My design process points to that time and time, again.
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Over the last 10 years of working with high-end clients, I've done my best to dial in that process and make it actionable for anyone who goes throug...

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The mosaic tiling and high-end plumbing fixtures make this bathroom remodel our dream shower!
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What does you ideal bathroom remodel look like?
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Want to know where to start? Download my Home Design Workbook to organize some of your ideas and land on something you'll love. Li...

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3 things skydiving has taught me about interior design:

1. Always be prepared. Preparation is undervalued because it’s often the part we don’t see in others. I always have a plan of action ahead of time. For more than a decade, I’ve compiled a workbook of everything my clien...

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Have you ever gotten angry at a cabinet because you bumped your toe? Yes? Great, then you know good kitchen layouts should be invisible. The ideal layout is so functional that you flow naturally through the space without noticing it.
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Before a remodel or buying appliances, s...

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How about that accent wall, eh? When it comes to tile, some are tempted to play it safe. But if you’re the adventurous type, here are some Quick do’s and don’ts for a great tile accent wall.

Do: Choose your accent tile first and build your design and decor around it.
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Do: C...

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Start your remodeling projects with lighting in mind. When designing your ideal space, think about how the natural light moves through the room then incorporate artificial lighting after.
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The addition of furniture, window treatments, or structures will affect this light and...

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Many people don’t know this about me, but I’m an avid skydiver and I love to travel.

The excitement of floating 14k above the earth and discovering new cultures, new foods, and new sights inspires every aspect of my interior design.

It’s allowed me to tap into my client’s ...

[Allison Jaffe @AllisonJaffeID]

Many people don’t know this about me, but I’m an avid skydiver and I love to travel.

The excitement of floating 14k above the earth and discovering new cultures, new foods, and new sights inspires every aspect of my interior design.

It’s allowed me to tap into my client’s ...

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“The goal of a designer is to listen, observe, understand, sympathize, empathize, synthesize, and glean insights that enable him or her to ‘make the invisible visible.’ —Hillman Curtis

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Yes or No to Floating Shelves?

I think floating shelves are a beautiful way to display your decorations and/or functional items.

They open up the space and keep the light flowing through in a way cabinets just can’t. do.

So if you’re looking for something to do with that ...

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What’s your kitchen fantasy? For many, that fantasy includes high-end appliances like this beautiful gas range.

When buying the right appliances for your remodel, design your kitchen layout first, then choose appliances that fit.

Although it doesn’t always work this way, ...

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There is nothing worse than spending $$$$ designing your home, only to finish the last coat of paint and realize your dream space looks nothing like you imagined it would.
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That’s why I’ve created a course to help anyone who’s ever wanted to design a luxury space, but doesn...

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"Every great design begins with an even better story." - Lorinda Mamo, designer
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What’s the story behind it your favorite spot in your home?

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How awesome are shower handhelds?

Nothing gets me quite as excited as a well-designed shower.

Well, maybe skydiving…

But seriously, handheld showerheads give you the unique opportunity to create a spa experience right in your own bathroom.

The best have options for mass...

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Countertop mixing is one way to add your unique personality to your kitchen redesign. This wood overhang added some eye-catching contrast to the all-quartz countertops.

While countertop mixing isn’t for the faint of heart, it’s an instant luxury upgrade for any space.