Ala’Bella Interiors

07/28/2026

Hiring the wrong contractor cost this client thousands, then hundreds MORE to fix the drain system they botched. 😩

A 4-month project turned into a 9-month nightmare. Everything was torn out and redone just to get it right.

Don’t let this be you. 👉 The link in my bio has the fix.

My book “Rescue Plan: Hiring, Vetting and Working with Contractors” gives you the exact process I use to vet pros and manage projects with confidence. It includes checklists and scripts to help you gain the confidence you need to prepare to meet with contractors.

A proper plan is your best defense against delays and hidden costs. Preparation, not luck, is the secret to a renovation that actually goes right.

Save yourself the stress (and thousands of dollars). Grab your copy today. 📖✨

07/06/2026

Real talk: the #1 thing that turns a dream remodel into a nightmare isn't the paint color or the tile, it's hiring the wrong contractor.
I've seen it happen too many times: vague quotes, no contract details, budgets that balloon halfway through, and homeowners left holding the bag.
So I put together a step-by-step guide that walks you through exactly how to hire, vet, and work with a contractor the right way, what questions to ask, what to put in writing, and how to keep your project on track from the first estimate to the final walkthrough.
It's Rescue Plan: Hiring, Vetting & Working with Contractors, and it's just $27 —
Cheaper than one bad decision on a remodel.
Grab it on Amazon — link below. If you're planning a renovation this year, read this before you sign anything. 👇

A practical, designer-built ebook + worksheets to help you without the “wait… what?” surprises.

06/27/2026

Happy Saturday!

Feeling stuck and hoping to find some direction on your home decor? Start with how you want to feel in your space. Pick a hero color that is like hot sauce. Delicious, but not poured on everything.

The 20% rule (easy designer math)

Your hero color should show up in roughly 20% of what you see: textiles + art + one statement piece.

Let your hero color live in moments, then repeat it subtly so it feels designed, not random.

Remember: bold doesn’t mean loud. Bold can be deep, earthy, moody, and still cozy.

This client loves the beach and wanted her office space to feel easy and beachy, given her stressful job. Here is the vision board for her space from an inspiration photo that reminded her of her favorite spots she's been.

06/06/2026

Happy Saturday!
Feeling stuck and hoping to find some direction on your home decor? Start with how you want to feel in your space. Pick a hero color that is like hot sauce. Delicious, but not poured on everything.
The 20% rule (easy designer math)
Your hero color should show up in roughly 20% of what you see: textiles + art + one statement piece.
Let your hero color live in moments, then repeat it subtly so it feels designed, not random.
Remember: bold doesn’t mean loud. Bold can be deep, earthy, moody, and still cozy.
This client loves the beach and wanted her office space to feel easy and beachy, given her stressful job. Here is the vision board for her space from an inspiration photo that reminded her of her favorite spots she's been.

05/18/2026

3 things you have to know before starting a renovation that could save you thousands 👇

1️⃣ PERMITS ARE YOUR FRIEND, NOT YOUR ENEMY
So many homeowners skip permits to save time and money. Big mistake. Unpermitted work can void your homeowner's insurance, create problems when you sell, and leave you personally liable if something goes wrong. Always ask your contractor what permits are needed and make sure they pull them, not you.

2️⃣ "WE'LL FIGURE IT OUT AS WE GO" IS THE MOST EXPENSIVE SENTENCE IN RENOVATION
Every decision you haven't made before demo day becomes an emergency decision mid-project. Emergency decisions always cost more. Pick your tile, fixtures, and finishes BEFORE work starts, not during.

3️⃣ YOU ARE ALLOWED TO FIRE YOUR CONTRACTOR
If a contractor is consistently late, unresponsive, doing poor work, or asking for money outside your agreed-upon schedule, you can terminate the contract. Most homeowners don't know this and stay in bad situations out of fear. Your contract should have a termination clause. If it doesn't, that's a red flag before you even start.

Knowledge is your best protection going into any renovation. That's why I wrote "The Savvy Homeowner’s Guide to Hiring a Contractor," so you walk in prepared, protected, and in control. Because over the years, I've seen the Good, the Bad, and the Absurd!

🔗 message me to Grab the RED FLAG CHECKLIST!

Protect your project from costly mistakes. Use our quick checklist and must-ask questions before you hire any contractor. See the list below.

05/08/2026

Remodeling in the next 90 days? And thinking that getting quotes is the first thing you do? WRONG!! And you’ve already blown your budget before you’ve even begun.

Adequately preparing and understanding what to look for and the red flags is one of the first lines of defense against getting scammed by a contractor.

Less than a meal at a restaurant can help save you thousands like the 15k I just saved one of my recent clients. And
Hopefully this helps you become one less victim to an all to often contractor scam.

This book takes you through the process I go through with my clients when hiring a contractor and it includes scripts and checklists to go along with it.

Can you spot the problem in the photo?
There was an even bigger problem caused by this contractor that is not viewed here or visible at all but could affect the structural integrity of the house resulting in a substantial law suit.

Smash that link in bio and snag it.

05/01/2026

Happy Friday!

I'm excited to share some snaps from my Spain adventures. I recently toured a 10th century Bath House in Cordoba, Spain, and I'm still blown away by its design. The ancient architects knew a thing or two about creating a functional space, each room flowed seamlessly into the next. The real game-changer was their underfloor heating system, which distributed hot water through channels beneath the floor. It was essentially a posh spa for nobility, complete with cold rooms, changing areas, and let's not forget the loo with a hole in the ground. The best part? The original tile floor is still going strong!

04/16/2026

$17 can help you save thousands if you are prepared. If you don’t know where to start your renovation project? Smash that link in bio. Without a proper plan, you’ve already blown your budget.

Would you spend $17 to help protect thousands in your remodel budget?
One of the fastest ways projects go off the rails: CHANGE ORDERS.

They sneak in when the plan is fuzzy, the scope isn’t locked, or decisions get made mid-demo.
The Homeowner’s Blueprint is my step-by-step guide to help you:
Tighten your scope before work starts
plan the sequence like a pro
prep your contractor conversations
reduce those “oh wait… add this” moments that blow up budgets
Because the cheapest change order is the one you never create.

Tap the link in bio and grab The Homeowner’s Blueprint in my SamCart store today.