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What We’re Loving: Thanksgiving Traditions

Thanksgiving arrives next week, officially kicking off the holiday season. We all hold dear our traditions and ways of sharing our gratitude. It may be a turkey trot in the morning, Friendsgiving, dinner out at a local restaurant, hosting family from out-of-town or traveling to visit loved ones. We asked our contributors to share their Thanksgiving traditions and a few also shared their favorite dish.

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Home & Design Kristin Try Home & Design Kristin Try

Get your 2025 Project Scheduled with Kristin Try Interiors

As we approach the end of 2024, now is the time to start planning your home transformation for the new year. If you have a large renovation project or decorating project, we would love to hear from you and are dedicated to bringing your vision to life with our bespoke interior design services. From initial consultation to final reveal, we ensure your experience is enjoyable. 

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Home & Design Laura Campbell Home & Design Laura Campbell

Great Expectations

Every client comes to us with expectations. Some crave a little more space, while others want to completely transform their homes. Some have Pinterest boards and spend hours browsing Instagram, while others prepare wishlists and budgets. I’m sharing two client case studies so you can see the spark that ignites our work.

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Home & Design Kristin Try Home & Design Kristin Try

KTI's Top Custom Window Treatments for Challenging Spaces

Window treatments can do so much more than just provide privacy. In bustling spaces like kitchens or rooms filled with hard surfaces—think cabinetry, tile, and stone—softening the space is key to enhancing comfort. The absence of upholstered items and rugs can make these areas feel stark and noisy. In one of our recent projects in Villamay, we transformed a cozy kitchen nook with a custom flat Roman shade crafted from a stunning artisan textile.

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Lifestyle, Home & Design Kristin Try Lifestyle, Home & Design Kristin Try

End of Summer Wrap-Up and a Look Ahead to Fall!

As summer winds down, the season of transitions is in full swing for our family! This week marked some big milestones as we sent our oldest off to Virginia Tech for her first year, while our middle started high school, and our youngest began middle school. It’s been an emotional rollercoaster as we navigate this new chapter, but we’re grateful everyone had a smooth start!

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Home & Design Kristin Try Home & Design Kristin Try

KTI Family Summer Adventure on Michigan’s Mackinac Island

My husband and I both grew up in Michigan and it has some of the most beautiful and inspiring natural beauty, ranking high with several top travel destinations. I am excited to share a glimpse into this magical island and some of our favorite things to do and see. Mackinac Island can only be accessed by ferry and there are no cars on the island, as people get around on bikes and horse carriages.

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