4 Interior Design “Trends” We Say Hell No to at Studio Gaspo

At Studio Gaspo, we strongly reject interior design trends in favor of an "identity-driven" approach that prioritizes a client's individual story over what is currently fashionable. Following trends leads to generic, surface-level design that does not truly reflect our clients and their impressive, individual stories.

Here are some interior design trends we say “hell no” to at Studio Gaspo:

1. Designing for "resale"

Sorry, but we don’t believe in the idea of designing a home with a future buyer in mind - how boring! At Studio Gaspo, we advocate for creating a home that reflects your story and lifestyle, and we deeply believe that authentic design can actually increase a home's value more effectively than trying to appeal to a broad market. 

2. Following Pinterest trends and mood boards

While many design projects begin with trend research on platforms like Pinterest, we think this is the wrong starting point. Obsessing over "what's in and what's out" leads to spaces that feel disconnected from the people who live in them. Our process begins with our client's identity rather than a trend forecast. We deep-dive into who you are, your values, what feels nostalgic for you and your future ambitions during our Identity-to-Interior process.

3. Builder-grade and cookie-cutter design

Our work and philosophy are the opposite of uninspired, mass-produced home design. At Studio Gaspo, we specialize in custom builds and full renovations, rejecting standard, builder-grade finishes in favor of intentional, high-quality, and unique solutions. Instead of sticking to formulaic designs, we embrace challenges and "architectural quirks". Our brand ethos is "allergic to the ordinary," and we love to think of constraints not as obstacles but as opportunities to create interesting and unexpected features.

4. Fear of bold or "moody" colors

We embrace moody and dramatic colors, in contrast to the all-neutral palettes often seen in trendy design. We reject "safe" or monochromatic looks, and really encourage our clients to lean into their identity and quirks that make them unique, and reflect those in their surroundings.  

Interested in hearing more about how our design philosophy protects your time, money, and sanity during a custom build or large-scale remodel? Check out our private podcast, The Luxury Build Playbook.

How Studio Gaspo is Redefining Luxury Through Identity-Driven Design

In a world of copy-paste interiors and fleeting trends, Studio Gaspo is rewriting what luxury design actually means. Our approach isn’t about following formulas, it’s about translating who you are into a space that feels like home at its highest potential.

Personalized and Meaningful Spaces

Identity-Driven Design
Every project starts with your story, not a Pinterest board. We extract your lifestyle, aspirations, and personal rhythm, then translate that identity into a living environment that’s as strategic as it is stunning. No “cookie-cutter luxury.” Just intentional, individualized design built to last.

Emotional Connection
A well-designed home doesn’t just look good, it feels right. Our work creates emotional alignment between you and your environment. The result? Spaces that evoke calm, confidence, and a deep sense of belonging. Once you have that? You can reach your highest potential in your zone of genius.

Timeless Over Trendy
We design with permanence in mind. By focusing on personality and purpose instead of passing aesthetics, every Studio Gaspo project stands the test of time - visually, emotionally, and functionally.

Seamless Execution and True Peace of Mind

Expert Project Management
Behind every beautiful room is a thousand decisions, and we manage them all. From coordinating with builders to solving problems before they reach your inbox, our team orchestrates every detail so you can enjoy the process (and your life) without the chaos.

Proactive Problem Solving
Luxury isn’t reactive, it’s anticipatory. We identify and eliminate potential construction issues before they become expensive surprises, protecting both your investment and your sanity.

Flawless Collaboration
We partner closely with builders and architects from day one, providing precise documentation that removes guesswork on site. The result: a design vision that’s executed exactly as intended, down to the last inch.

Strategic Stewardship of Your Investment
Building or renovating a custom home is a significant investment. We approach it like a financial plan - balancing creativity with strategic foresight to ensure every dollar supports both beauty and value.

High-Quality, Functional, and Intentional Outcomes

Intention Over Square Footage
Luxury isn’t about size, it’s about substance. We design homes that work smarter, ensuring every square foot adds purpose, flow, and joy to daily life. Adding arbitrary square footage is often a lazy way to cover up poor design.

Creative Problem-Solving
We see architectural “quirks” as opportunities, not obstacles. Those challenges often become the defining moments of a project - the design details that make your home unforgettable.

Clarity and Confidence
We know trusting a designer’s vision can feel like a gamble, so we work to bridge imagination with reality long before construction begins. You’ll be able to see your finished home via 3D models and photorealistic renderings before a single hammer swings, so you know you’ll love it once you get the keys.

Luxury Design, Redefined

At Studio Gaspo, luxury isn’t about logos or excess - it’s about alignment, intention, and emotional resonance. Our mission is simple: to craft homes that reflect who you are and where you’re going next.

If you’re planning a custom build or large-scale renovation and want a design process as intentional as the life you’re creating, connect with our team to begin your journey.

Collaborative? Always. Chaotic? Never. Here’s Why We Never Let Our Clients Lead Our Design Projects.

Most designers won’t say it. We will.

Letting clients steer the design ship is the fastest way to crash it into the rocks. Not because they aren’t smart. Not because they don’t have taste. But because they didn’t hire us to play stylist, they hired us to transform.

And transformation doesn’t happen without us confidently leading the project.

You Don’t Hire a Brain Surgeon and Tell Them Where to Cut

When you work with Studio Gaspo, you’re getting a creative strategist, not a personal shopper. We’re not walking tile showrooms hand-in-hand like it’s HGTV. We’re decoding your style, your identity, your ambitions - and translating that into a space that looks like no one else’s.

Because if your house looks like your neighbor’s? We failed.

Our clients are too busy building empires to micromanage grout. They hire us to filter the noise, distill their essence, and make bold, bespoke design decisions on their behalf.

Yes-Men Don’t Make Masterpieces

We’re not afraid to tell you no. In fact, that’s part of our job. You may love a trend that screams 2010. We’ll clock it in two seconds and redirect - with something smarter, more elevated, more you.

This isn’t ego. It’s expertise.

At Studio Gaspo, we’re not interested in designing spaces that look good today and outdated tomorrow. We build legacy-level design that stands the test of time, because your story deserves more than a Pinterest copy-paste job.

Your Time Is Money. Don’t Waste It Playing Designer.

Real talk: dragging clients to furniture stores and watching them second-guess 42 sofa swatches isn’t our process. It’s a productivity killer (for both of us).

Instead, we collect your preferences up front. Then we disappear into the design lab, cross-reference hundreds of factors (materials, aesthetic, durability, price, function), and present a curation that actually makes sense for you.

You get to veto if you hate something, but you don’t have to waste weeks debating shades of green paint.

Jamie built Studio Gaspo by investing in her expertise - hard. She didn’t just study design. She studied confidence. Strategy. Logistics. Systems. Her firm runs like a Fortune 500 brand because she leads like one.

And that confidence trickles down to every project.

When clients trust our leadership, the results speak for themselves. No spirals. No second-guessing. Just bold, cohesive spaces with a clear point of view.

If You Want a Furniture Picker, We’re Not It

Studio Gaspo isn’t for everyone. We’re for the visionary client. The fast-moving founder. The family who wants a home that doesn’t just reflect their lifestyle, but amplifies it.

We don't just decorate. We design spaces that launch brands, build legacies, and anchor identities.

So if you’re ready for a space that speaks louder than words, book a Studio Gaspo consultation today.

Because safe is boring. And you? You were never meant to blend in.

Ready to disrupt the ordinary? Book your consult now.

Interested in hearing more about how to protect your time, money, and sanity during a custom build or large-scale remodel? Check out our private podcast, The Luxury Build Playbook.

Avoid These Costly Mistakes When Building a Custom Luxury Home

Building a custom luxury home is a dream—until avoidable mistakes turn it into a stressful, expensive nightmare. The truth? Most homeowners don’t know what they don’t know. And that’s when budgets get blown, timelines stretch endlessly, and design regrets pile up.

If you’re investing millions into your home, you need to do it right from day one. Here’s what NOT to do if you want a smooth, high-end build that actually turns out how you envisioned.

Mistake #1: Hiring a Builder First & Thinking You Can Add a Designer Later

You wouldn’t assemble a puzzle with missing pieces—so why would you build a home without the full team from the start? Architect, builder, and interior designer should all be involved from DAY ONE.

What happens when you don’t?

• That stunning chandelier you picked doesn’t actually work with your ceiling height.

• Custom cabinetry is designed after appliances are ordered (spoiler: they don’t fit).

• Electrical plans didn’t account for custom lighting, motorized shades, or smart home tech and now you’re retroactively trying to make these things work.

How to avoid this: Hire your designer, builder, and architect as a team so every detail is planned upfront—before costly mistakes happen.

Mistake #2: Making Design Decisions After Construction Starts

Waiting until framing to choose your kitchen layout? Recipe for disaster. Rushing paint colors after drywall? Big mistake.

A luxury home requires detailed, proactive planning—not last-minute decision-making that delays the project and increases costs.

The real cost of indecision:

• Change orders that blow your budget

• Delivery delays that push back move-in dates

• “That’s not what I expected” regrets

How to avoid this: Lock in your materials, finishes, and layouts before construction begins. The more proactive you are, the smoother (and less stressful) your build will be.

Mistake #3: Relying on Pinterest Instead of a Real Design Plan

Pinterest is inspiration, not execution. Your builder needs detailed specs, elevations, and drawings—not just a mood board.

What goes wrong?

• The team “interprets” your vision instead of executing a clear plan.

• Tile layouts, fixture placements, and finishes aren’t documented, leading to mistakes.

• Your project turns into an expensive game of “telephone” between trades.

How to avoid this: Work with a designer who provides detailed construction documents that leave zero room for misinterpretation.

Mistake #4: Underestimating Costs & Thinking You Can “Figure It Out Later”

Luxury design doesn’t happen on a bargain-bin budget. If you expect high-end craftsmanship, custom details, and premium materials, you need to plan for it financially.

The reality check:

• That statement range that you’re dying to have? It’s fully custom and takes 20+ weeks to arrive.

• Bespoke millwork? Skilled artisans = $$$.

• Smart home integration? It’s not an afterthought—it’s a major investment.

How to avoid this: Get realistic cost estimates upfront and work with a designer who ensures your vision aligns with your budget before construction starts.

Mistake #5: Thinking You Don’t Need a Designer for a New Build

Your builder isn’t a designer. Your architect isn’t managing the build. If you don’t have a designer overseeing every detail, here’s what can happen:

• Tile layouts get “interpreted” incorrectly, requiring expensive fixes.

• Your furniture doesn’t fit because space planning wasn’t prioritized.

• Electrical placements don’t support your lighting plan.

How to avoid this: Hiring an interior designer on a multi-million dollar build is not only a luxury - it’s kind of a necessity. Your home is too big of an investment to “hope for the best.”

The Right Team = A Smooth, Stress-Free Build

Building a luxury custom home is a major investment, and cutting corners in planning or hiring the wrong team will cost you in the long run. If you want a high-end, fully customized home, the key is proactivity, expert collaboration, and hiring the right professionals.

If you want a seamless, high-end custom home build, make sure you:

• Hire your designer, builder, and architect together from the start.

• Plan every single detail before construction begins.

• Set a realistic budget for luxury materials and craftsmanship.

• Work with professionals who think ahead—not react to problems.

Building a luxury home? Let’s talk.

At Studio Gaspo, we specialize in custom new builds and large-scale renovations, making sure your home is designed to perfection before the first hammer swings.

Reach out to start building your dream home the right way. Interested in hearing more about how to protect your time, money, and sanity during a custom build or large-scale remodel? Check out our private podcast, The Luxury Build Playbook.

Behind the Design: How Studio Gaspo Masterfully Balances Form and Function in Luxury Interior Design

At Studio Gaspo, we're no amateurs when it comes to blending aesthetics with functionality. In fact, it's a cornerstone of our design philosophy. We place equal importance on both aspects in a space, and ensure we’ve got the perfect blend in every interior we create. It’s our job to find solutions that let you truly LIVE your life in your house, but still have it look amazing! Wanna know how we do it?

1. Cutting-Edge Products and Technology: One of our core values at Studio Gaspo is perpetual learning and improvement, and constantly educating ourselves on the latest and greatest products and technology available in the design industry is part of that. Proactive is our middle name (okay, it’s actually Rose - sue me). By being in the know about innovative solutions, we can select the coolest elements that not only enhance the visual appeal of a space but also serve a purpose functionally.

2. Customization for Unique Needs: We get it - every client’s lifestyle and needs are unique. When the perfect off-the-shelf solution doesn't exist, we leverage our expertise in customization. If you follow us on Instagram, you know I’m a broken record with my “custom is king, baby!” saying. Whether it's designing a vanity in a toddler’s bathroom with a special pull-out step so that your big kid can “do it myself!” or creating a custom sofa with a solution for the rogue overnight guest, we ensure that every space is tailored to meet our clients' specific needs. If the perfect solution doesn’t exist, we simply invent it. Boom!

3. Thoughtful Space Planning: Aesthetics and functionality go hand in hand in well-designed spaces. We carefully plan the layout and flow of each interior to optimize the usage of available space and ensure that it aligns seamlessly with our clients' daily routines and activities.

4. Multi-Functional Design: We believe in the power of multi-functional design, where elements serve more than one purpose. This approach maximizes the efficiency of the space and minimizes clutter, offering versatile solutions that are both beautiful and practical.

5. Durability and Quality: In addition to aesthetics, we prioritize durability and quality in our design selections. By choosing high-quality materials and furnishings, we ensure that our designs not only look stunning but also stand the test of time and daily use.

6. Client Collaboration: Collaboration is where the magic happens. We listen, we gather all of your input, and then we use our expertise to tell your story and create spaces that resonate with your wildest dreams. By collaborating with our clients upfront, we achieve a space that is not only visually appealing but also highly functional and tailored to your lifestyle.

So there you have it, the Studio Gaspo way of balancing beauty and brains (ahem, functionality). We're not your average interior design firm; we're here to create spaces that not only turn heads but also make your life so much easier. Ready to get to work on your dream custom home? We’d love to connect!