Lisa Harper
Areas of Expertise: Interior Styling & Space Planning | Color Theory & Lighting
Good design is not always about buying new furniture or making big changes. Sometimes, it comes down to knowing what to keep, what to move, and how to make a room work better with what is already there. This is the approach I have developed over more than 15 years of making rented homes feel more comfortable and personal.
My work focuses on helping readers make practical design choices. I write about room planning, furniture placement, natural materials, affordable decor updates, and ways to bring warmth into everyday spaces.
My background in Interior Design from Parsons School of Design, along with a certificate in Landscape Architecture from The City College of New York, has also shaped my practical approach to design. I consider not just the decor, but also how light, materials, proportions, and movement shape the way a space looks and feels.
I spend a lot of my free time redecorating, browsing mood boards, or wandering through little galleries. I also collect vintage postcards; have quite a stack of them by now, each with its own little story.
We’ve all been through the “hobbyist pipeline.” It starts with a simple interest, maybe a single potted plant or a basic bar cart, and quickly
Efficient, professional-grade home upgrades are growing in demand. This acceleration is driven by energy awareness and rising property expectations. Alongside this shift, home-based renovation businesses
Transform your LA home’s appearance with front yard landscaping ideas. Learn drought-tolerant designs, hardscaping ideas, and plant choices that flourish in SoCal! Make an impact
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Planning a patio or driveway is one of those decisions that feels simple until you’re deep in contractor quotes and suddenly questioning everything. Concrete or
That little porch of yours deserves so much more than just a chair and some potted plants. Enclosing it is one of those home projects
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Planning a second-story balcony is one of those home decisions that feels equal parts exciting and overwhelming. You have the vision, the mood board, maybe
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