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Kristen Milne Design An NCIDQ certified interior designer, I specialize in design & space planning for home remodeling.

Renderings and before photos of a current job in NW DC.This existing “Master Suite Wing”, as designated on the original ...
10/04/2026

Renderings and before photos of a current job in NW DC.

This existing “Master Suite Wing”, as designated on the original 1930 blueprints, consists of a dressing room and small bathroom off of the primary bedroom. While this ensuite concept was an uncommon luxury in the 1930s, it is not as luxurious by today’s standards.

Maintaining three existing window locations and the entry door from the bedroom, I have reconfigured the space to enlarge the bathroom while preserving some dedicated closet space. The new bathroom will include a large shower, double vanity, and a linen storage built-in. There will be a walk-thru dressing area connecting the bedroom and bathroom.

This home was designed in the Colonial Revival style by a renown DC architect of the day, Arthur B. Heaton. The current owners want to honor their home’s almost-100-year history, with classic mosaic tile flooring and tile wainscoted walls, while still introducing current yet timeless elements.

After a hold-up on trusses and their new bedroom window, my client’s porch is finally on its way to completion. I know t...
08/28/2026

After a hold-up on trusses and their new bedroom window, my client’s porch is finally on its way to completion. I know this family is looking forward to enjoying their late summer & fall in their new and beautiful bug-free zone!

06/09/2026

Glow-up in progress! Demo has begun on this Silver Spring primary bath remodel!

While this space had plenty of square footage, it was dated and poorly laid out. My clients decided to forgo a rarely used tub for an open-entry double shower featuring a quartz-topped tiled bench that will span the full width of the shower. A double vanity will now extend wall-to-wall with ample linen storage and generous counter space.

Creating a calm, spa-like retreat was a top priority. Natural tones, warm touches of gold, pebble tile flooring in the shower, and green tiles in shades reminiscent of sea glass and ocean depths were thoughtfully selected to evoke a sense of nature, tranquility and relaxation.

While CAD capabilities are pretty amazing, my renderings can’t capture the color palette and textures chosen for this project. I can’t wait to see this beautiful space come to life!

People don’t always understand what I do because interior designers often get confused with interior decorators and the ...
03/21/2026

People don’t always understand what I do because interior designers often get confused with interior decorators and the label is often interchanged and roles often overlap.
With a BS in Interior Design from the U of MD, my education was more akin to interior architecture. Working in residential remodeling for 30 years now, I focus on space planning, reconfiguration, and everything listed under the Interior Design column above. My services do overlap into the Decorator column, where I help bring a desired style to your space, can assist with finish selection and provide furniture layouts. Just not the furniture itself. 😉

My clients have moved into their beautiful new home after a whole-house remodel that we started planning in early August...
03/04/2026

My clients have moved into their beautiful new home after a whole-house remodel that we started planning in early August. Our design & build team was graciously invited for lunch today to celebrate our work and see how our client added her finishing touch to their home. ✨ I love her fun, ecclectic aesthetic and have enjoyed collaborating with this repeat client who brings whimsy and adventure to the process!

I attended the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) and the International Builders Show (IBS) in Orlando last week. Here’...
02/26/2026

I attended the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) and the International Builders Show (IBS) in Orlando last week. Here’s just a sampling of what I saw 😍...

Demo began earlier this month on my most recent basement project. My clients needed an improved layout due to long, narr...
01/26/2026

Demo began earlier this month on my most recent basement project. My clients needed an improved layout due to long, narrow spaces on all sides of the central staircase. With some reconfiguration, I was able to achieve wider dimensions for their media area and a “Boho”hangout/play room for their girls. With a balance of relaxed sophistication at the family/adult hang-out areas, and a space just for the girls, this basement should get lots of multi-use for years to come!

Things are wrapping up! Client moves into their whole house interior remodel in 3 weeks!
01/17/2026

Things are wrapping up! Client moves into their whole house interior remodel in 3 weeks!

Just came across this old video post for a NW DC home I worked on with a friend in 2021. We redesigned the kitchen, bath...
01/17/2026

Just came across this old video post for a NW DC home I worked on with a friend in 2021. We redesigned the kitchen, bathrooms, wet bar, etc. to prepare the house for resale. It was a super fun job at a still-crazy time (Covid) and my first real "flip", which I had always wanted to do. Thanks, Deb, for the opportunity, good times, and now a fond memory!

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CXbyJzhpzEB/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet

Redirected a Bethesda staircase to follow the curve of the front exterior wall. This whole-house project is still in pro...
12/03/2025

Redirected a Bethesda staircase to follow the curve of the front exterior wall. This whole-house project is still in progress with the bathrooms and kitchen at various stages of remodeling, painting and finish work to be continued, and we’re working on selecting a light fixture to hang down into this 2-story foyer space...Stay tuned for updates...

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