You don’t need a minimalist aesthetic to create a calming home - what you do need is a plan.

In this episode, Ashley shares how the AMI team approaches low-stress home design: from thoughtful layouts and layered lighting to smart storage, tactile comfort, and focal points that bring clarity. If your space is visually overwhelming, uncomfortable, or just “off,” this episode unpacks what’s actually missing and how to get the peaceful, polished space you’re craving.

• Why your home might be mentally overstimulating
  
• The one thing every low-stress layout includes
  
• How lighting design contributes to emotional well-being
  
• Smart strategies for decluttering without going sterile
  
• The textures and materials we lean on for warmth and calm
  
• Why “everyone having a spot to sit” is more important than you think
  

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Ever wondered what it really looks like to work with an interior designer? This episode breaks down the AMI 7-Step Design Process - the same system we use to take every project from concept to completion with clarity, sophistication, and without the chaos.

Whether you’re building new, renovating, or refreshing a single space, this behind-the-scenes look shows how we manage every detail, every decision, and every trade to deliver a home that’s refined, functional, and tailored entirely to you.

• Why we built a signature design process (and why it works)
• A step-by-step walkthrough of how we manage every project
• The benefit of bringing trades in early in the design process
• What our full-service clients never have to worry about again
• How this structure delivers better results - and a smoother experience

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You don’t always need a full renovation to transform your home and in this episode, Ashley shares 20 simple, strategic ways to refresh your space without tearing it apart.

From the power of paint and lighting layers to textile swaps and layout tweaks, this episode is packed with ideas that elevate your home without the dust, budget, or overwhelm of a renovation. Whether you’re craving calm, personality, or a fresh perspective on your space, these designer-backed ideas will help you love where you live - right now.

• The first (and most overlooked) step to refreshing a room
• How furniture layout alone can dramatically change a space
• Lighting tricks that instantly elevate
• Our go-to upgrades for textiles, rugs, and drapery
• Why styling surfaces matters more than you think
• The role of color psychology in low-stress spaces
• The small details that define a room - without any demo

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