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Centered by Design Interior Design Studio & Award Winning Blog. Your personal sanctuary is closer to home than you think. Let's find it together!

We are a full-service residential interior design studio, known for soulful restorations of historical homes and our expertise in crafting sophisticated and timeless kitchens. Claire's creative energy comes from her unique perspective on the world as both a trained interior designer, and a passionate yoga teacher.

From back to school, to weekend travels, team members having babies and getting married — September may have been the bu...
10/04/2026

From back to school, to weekend travels, team members having babies and getting married — September may have been the busiest month of the year!

I survived and (actually) thrived?! Not pictured: working until 2am and the extra chocolate relied on to make it through. 🍫 ♥️

We will never get over seeing your installs of our wallpaper collection! Here is a look at some of our favorite uses of ...
09/30/2026

We will never get over seeing your installs of our wallpaper collection! Here is a look at some of our favorite uses of the papers (including a few of our own that you may have not seen yet).

Shop the Isidore Leroy
Mediterranean Reverie by Centered by Design at the link in our bio.

This bedroom belongs to an 1800s limestone Italianate row house in Lincoln Park. In need of more space, the second floor...
09/29/2026

This bedroom belongs to an 1800s limestone Italianate row house in Lincoln Park.

In need of more space, the second floor library was transformed into a primary suite. Swipe to the end to take in the full transformation.

Taylor Hall O’Brien Hudson Moore
Ratia Construction | Luxury Home Builder in Chicago

Mirrored Backsplashes - A timeless favorite in our portfolio. “When you are tight on space, mirrors help trick the eye b...
09/25/2026

Mirrored Backsplashes - A timeless favorite in our portfolio.

“When you are tight on space, mirrors help trick the eye by reflecting the room itself. It creates a sense of more depth and brings additional light into areas that might otherwise feel dark or enclosed” - Centered by Design | Claire Staszak

Thank you for the feature Homes & Gardens
Article linked in Stories 🔗

The cooler temps this week in Chicago have me looking at some of our projects rich in jewel tones. Pictured in Lincoln P...
09/23/2026

The cooler temps this week in Chicago have me looking at some of our projects rich in jewel tones.

Pictured in Lincoln Park is the living room from our 19th-century, pre-war townhouse restoration. I can’t get over how remarkable some of the original features are! We were able to save or restore the staircase, fireplace French doors and moldings.


Taylor Hall O’Brien
Ratia Construction | Luxury Home Builder in Chicago
En Masse Architecture and Design Ltd.

09/22/2026

Let’s talk about how our spaces actually come together in our new series on interior styling micro-topics!

SHELF STYLING ~ My biggest note of encouragement? Just start somewhere! Add a plant today, or rearrange what you already have in a fresh way. Taking small steps in real life is so much better than saving this post and forgetting about it.

Styling is a muscle. You wouldn’t expect to play the piano without practice, and the art of “seeing” design works the exact same way. I’m here to share a few practical ways to help you sharpen that skill!

Have a topic you want to talk about? Let me know below

09/22/2026

Let’s talk about how our spaces actually come together in our new series on interior styling micro-topics ✨

SHELF STYLING ~ My biggest note of encouragement? Just start somewhere! Add a plant today, or rearrange what you already have in a fresh way. Taking small steps in real life is so much better than saving this and forgetting about it later.

Styling is a muscle. You wouldn’t expect to play the piano without practice, and the art of “seeing” design works the exact same way. I’m here to share a few practical ways to help you sharpen that skill!

Have a topic you want to talk about? Let me know below .

A place to rest your head 😴Save your favorite style by Centered by Design | Claire Staszak
09/19/2026

A place to rest your head 😴
Save your favorite style by Centered by Design | Claire Staszak

Designing a great at-home bar goes beyond the drinks you serve —it’s about creating a dedicated space that feels intenti...
09/17/2026

Designing a great at-home bar goes beyond the drinks you serve —it’s about creating a dedicated space that feels intentional, layered, and effortless. Here are a few things to consider when designing your own:

Mix Open and Closed Shelving: Use open shelves to display statement glassware and special spirits, while keeping closed cabinets to conceal inventory, ice buckets, and accessories.

Make the Backsplash a Focal Point: Treat the wall behind your bar as a canvas. High-contrast marble slab, a mirror backsplash or hand-painted tiles instantly defines the space.

Style Barware as Decor: Glassware, brass shakers, and crystal decanters aren’t just functional, they can be beautiful too. Group on a vintage tray with a small piece of art or a sculpted bowl to make the space feel personal & curated.

Cheers! 🥂

We’ve been behind-the-scenes planning, scheming, and dreaming at my house renovation! While not all parts of a reno may ...
09/15/2026

We’ve been behind-the-scenes planning, scheming, and dreaming at my house renovation! While not all parts of a reno may be Instagram worthy, I might argue that new flooring very much is!

This summer, a lot of time went into the non-glamorous work like tearing out 100 years of different flooring, laying new level subfloors and then adding new flooring & patching it into the older areas that in good condition. Thank you Apex Wood Floors (more on this amazing company soon).

New skylights were added (VELUX Skylights America), all tile was ordered with Artistic Tile The Fine Line Tile Showroom Country Floors and our Andersen Windows + Doors & doors are ready for a full exterior update, complete with new stucco, gutters and more! Ratia Construction | Luxury Home Builder in Chicago

Things are picking up, friends and this family is ready to go into hyper speed! Do you think we will move-in in time for Christmas?

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