Coryography LLC

30/10/2026

A little behind the scenes with Coryography. 🤍

It’s always meaningful to bring my work out into the community—to share what I do, connect with new people, see familiar faces and talk about how thoughtful design can make a home feel even more like you.

From the details on the table to the conversations happening around it, this is what Coryography is all about: creating warm, thoughtful spaces that feel like home.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, said hello, or took a moment to learn more about Coryography. And especially to my first booth visitor yesterday and, newest client, Pam, who today already booked a fun room refresh project with me!

The art of living well. It's so fulfilling.

27/10/2026

The beginning of a whole-home design project is full of possibilities. 🤍

I’m working with new clients in Naperville as we begin the selections and sourcing process for their home. This is where we start gathering the pieces that will help shape the bigger picture — flooring, tile, textiles, color, texture, and all the details that will eventually work together.

I love this stage. There’s so much to consider, and every selection has a role to play. It’s not about choosing beautiful materials in isolation; it’s about finding the right combination for the home, the people who live there, and the way they want to live.

We’re just getting started, and I’m looking forward to seeing this home’s direction come together.

Thoughtful design begins with thoughtful decisions...and SO much fun! ✨

24/10/2026

Sometimes, a kids’ room comes with a LOT of stuffies. Like, a lot a lot!🧸😂

And toys. And books. And blankets. And all the little things that make a room feel like theirs.

But even at four and seven, children deserve a space that feels calm, cohesive, and functional — a room that supports how they actually play, sleep, read, rest, and grow.

For this project, the goal isn’t to erase their personalities or create a picture-perfect room that only works for a photo. It’s to bring a little more intention to the space: thoughtful storage, a cohesive color palette, comfortable places to land, and room for the things they love.

Because good design isn’t about having less life in a room. It’s about helping the room work better for the life happening inside it.

We’re working toward a space that feels more organized for the grown-ups, more inviting for the kids, and easier for everyone to live in every day.

One thoughtful decision at a time. Oh yeah, and the best part, I get paid extra and hugs and giggles from the sweetest kiddos in the world 🤍

20/10/2026

Back from vacation and in officially in reenrty mode. 😅

You know that feeling when you return from a little time away and your inbox, voicemail, paperwork, and calendar have all been patiently waiting for you? Patiently may be generous.

Today, my home office is feeling a little like a design dungeon. Client calls, emails, paperwork, prep for this evening’s appointment, and a handful of exciting new projects on the horizon for next week. There’s a lot to catch up on, and plenty to look forward to.

But here’s the thing: I’m genuinely grateful for the clients who trust me with their homes, the projects that challenge and inspire me, and the opportunity to build a business doing work I love. It is all worth it.

And of course, there’s my favorite coworker, who has been providing invaluable moral support from the floor at my feet. His productivity is questionable. His snuggling skills are unmatched. 🐾 Oh Fred!

Real life behind the design work. A little messy, occasionally overwhelming, and full of things I’m thankful for.

Now, back to it. There are homes to make more beautiful, functional, and personal. 🤍

16/10/2026

13/10/2026

A little update from my own home! 🏡

Remember my trip to Daltile when I was exploring backsplash options for my kitchen? Well, those decisions are making their way onto the walls!

We’re officially in the messy middle — tile coming down, new tile going up, and the kitchen temporarily looking a little worse before it looks better. 😂

It’s a good reminder that even a relatively small design change can have a meaningful impact on a space. The backsplash needs to work with the countertops, cabinetry, finishes, and the overall feel of the kitchen. It’s not just about choosing a pretty tile; it’s about choosing the *right* tile for the room. Something that will last and grow with you.

I can’t wait to share the finished result. For now, we’re trusting the process!

12/10/2026

A basement retreat, in progress. 🤍

When we began working on this space, the goal was to make it feel more intentional, more inviting, and better suited to the way this family lives.

That meant looking beyond the furniture.

We developed a paint plan to give different areas their own character while keeping the overall palette connected. The charcoal lounge walls add depth and drama, while the lighter tones throughout the other areas keep the space feeling bright and cohesive.

Along the way, we've been coordinating paint and electrical work, editing and rearranging existing pieces, and bringing in new furnishings to help define each zone. So many boxes!

Phase One is complete. Phase Two is up next.

It's a reminder that thoughtful design doesn't always happen in one big reveal. Sometimes, it's a series of considered decisions that gradually help a space become what it was always meant to be.

**The goal isn't just a prettier basement. It's a better-functioning home that feels good to be in.**

10/10/2026

A little tile can make a BIG difference. 🤍

When we think about updating a kitchen or bathroom, it’s easy to focus on one material at a time. But the magic happens when all the elements work together.

Tile doesn’t live independently. No finish or material does. It has to complement the cabinetry, connect with the wall color, work alongside countertops and other finishes, and make sense for the way you actually live.

The right texture can add depth. The right tone can bring warmth. And the right combination of materials can completely change how a space feels — even without changing everything else.

That’s why I love taking the time to look at samples together with my clients, consider the surrounding finishes, and think beyond what looks beautiful on its own. Good design is about the whole picture and the everyday details.

A big thank-you to Studio 47 for sharing these beautiful materials and helping designers explore the possibilities. There’s so much inspiration in the details!

Thoughtful design for real life. ✨

28/09/2026

When the days are long and tough, look up. 🤍

Today was one of those days.

A beautiful 70° evening, a glass of w**e, some lo-fi in the background, the sun starting to set… and finally, a little quiet.

No designing.
No emails.
No to-do list.

Just recalibrating.

And remembering how much I love this tree.

There’s something about being surrounded by beauty—even the beauty that was already there—that can bring you back to yourself.

Sometimes, the best design is simply creating a place where you can exhale.

Tonight, I’m looking up. 🌳✨

21/09/2026

The messy part before the pretty part. 🤍

This project is about much more than making a home look beautiful.

It's about helping a home move with its owner into a new chapter of life.

And sometimes, that means starting with the hard stuff:

Clearing out.
Sorting.
Purging.
Organizing.
Making a plan.
Bringing in the right trades.
Changing walls.
Choosing paint.
Reworking spaces so they function better.

Then comes the pretty part.

The layers.
The lighting.
The furnishings.
The art.
The details that make a home feel personal and beautiful.

We're still very much in the before the pretty phase here — but this is where so much of the real design work happens.

Because thoughtful design isn't just about what a room looks like when we're finished.

It's about understanding what needs to change so the home can support the life happening inside it.

And I can't wait to show you where this one goes. 🤍