Design by KETI

10/16/2026

Just because something is trending doesn’t mean it belongs in your home!

We’ve all seen those beautiful kitchens and bathrooms on Pinterest and Instagram. But some of today’s most popular design choices might not age particularly well.

Open shelving instead of upper cabinets? Matte black faucets? Removing the only bathtub in your primary bathroom?

Before investing thousands in a renovation, it’s worth considering how these decisions will affect everyday living and the long-term appeal of your home.

I recently wrote about five expensive design trends homeowners may come to regret.

Which design trend do you think will age the worst?

Read the full article on our website.

10/15/2026

First everything was gray. Now everything is beige. Are we repeating the same design mistake?

A few years ago, gray was everywhere—gray cabinets, gray flooring, gray countertops, and gray walls.

Today, the pendulum has swung toward beige, cream, and warm neutrals.

But here’s the thing: replacing one monochromatic trend with another doesn’t necessarily create a timeless home.

There’s nothing inherently wrong with gray or beige. Both can be beautiful when used thoughtfully.

The difference is in how we balance color, contrast, materials, textures, and architectural details to create spaces that feel intentional rather than trendy.

As a Dallas interior designer and renovation professional, I encourage homeowners to consider not just what’s popular today, but what will continue to work beautifully for their homes and lifestyles years from now.

Trends change. Thoughtful design lasts.

Swipe through to see the difference, including two projects from our Design by KETI portfolio.

What’s your take? Are you embracing the all-beige trend, or do you prefer a more layered approach?

Read more in our latest blog: Expensive Design Mistakes: How to Avoid a Trendy Home You’ll Regret.

10/09/2026

Hardwood or Luxury Vinyl Plank? Which Makes More Sense for Your Home?

Hardwood is beautiful, timeless, and often worth preserving. But is it always the best flooring choice? Not necessarily!

When renovating a home, the right decision depends on the condition of the existing floors, your lifestyle, your budget, and what you’re trying to accomplish.

In one of our Dallas-area luxury home make-ready projects, we replaced damaged hardwood and worn carpeting with quality luxury vinyl plank, creating a cohesive look throughout the living spaces.

The home sold within a week of listing!

The lesson? Smart renovations aren’t about choosing the most expensive material. They’re about choosing the right material for the home.

In our latest blog, we discuss the pros and cons of hardwood versus luxury vinyl plank and what homeowners should consider before making that investment.

👇 👇👇 Want to know whether hardwood or luxury vinyl plank is right for your home? Read our latest blog article — link in the first comment!

10/06/2026

Beautiful spaces are wonderful. Happy clients are even better. 🤍

This 5,900-square-foot University Park home renovation included everything from whole-home painting and cabinetry to new flooring, a primary suite remodel, a kitchen refresh, and project management throughout.

One of my favorite parts of what I do is helping clients navigate all the decisions — and then bringing the design and construction pieces together so the finished home feels cohesive, intentional and completely theirs.

Thank you, Sally, for trusting Design by KETI with your home. 🤍

10/02/2026

That beautiful finish you love today should still feel right in your home years from now.

Choosing materials for a renovation means looking beyond what’s trending. How will the colors work together? Does the finish suit the home? Will it hold up to the way you live?

I share my approach in this week’s blog: “How to Choose Timeless Materials for Your Dallas Home Renovation.” If you’re gathering ideas for a kitchen, bathroom, or whole-home project, this is a good place to start.

Read the article here:

Learn how to choose timeless materials for a Dallas home renovation—from undertones and cabinetry to countertops, flooring, and finishes that last.

10/01/2026

Planning to sell your Dallas-area home, but unsure which updates are worth making first?

Preparing a home for market can involve anything from paint and repairs to flooring, lighting, cabinet updates and final styling. The key is deciding what makes sense for your home, timeline and investment range.

At Design by KETI, I help homeowners set clear priorities and coordinate the work when they need hands-on help. Start with a free 15-minute discovery call to tell me about your plans. We can then discuss whether a paid Make-Ready + Home Staging Consultation or a larger managed project is the right next step.

See the before-and-afters and book your discovery call here:
https://designbyketi.com/dallas-pre-listing-make-ready-home-staging/

— Keti

09/29/2026

Exterior color can completely change how a home feels—especially when the home has history.

For this Craftsman-style bungalow in Dallas’s M Streets, Design by KETI selected a palette from a historic color collection that complements the home’s architecture and the surrounding neighborhood. The result is a fresh look that still feels like it belongs.

Thoughtful design starts with understanding the house you have.

Planning updates to an established Dallas home? Book a discovery call through the link on our page.

09/26/2026

A dramatic bathroom transformation—from dated pink tile and a tub-heavy layout to a bright, timeless retreat with a spacious shower, thoughtful storage, and finishes made to last.

At Design by KETI, we guide Dallas homeowners through the design decisions and project details that make a renovation feel clear, cohesive, and worth doing right.

Thinking about a bathroom or whole-home renovation? Use the Call Now button or visit designbyketi.com.

09/24/2026

Before and after: a 1983 Highland Park kitchen reimagined without starting from scratch.

This renovation was about making smart, intentional changes that gave the kitchen a more timeless, functional, and polished feel—while working with the home’s existing character.

See the full transformation and the design strategy behind it here:

See how Design by KETI completed a Highland Park kitchen renovation, retaining cabinetry and granite while adding custom solutions and updated appliances.

09/24/2026

A Highland Park kitchen remodel that proves you don’t always have to start over. ✨

This kitchen had beautiful bones, but it needed a thoughtful update. By working with many of the existing elements and making strategic design changes, we gave the space a brighter, more refined and timeless feel.

The result? A kitchen that feels completely refreshed—without renovating simply for the sake of renovating.

Thoughtful design. Strategic updates. Lasting value.

📍 Highland Park, Dallas
Design + Renovation | Design by KETI