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CLASSIC. CURATED. COOL. Benjamin Johnston is known for creating distinctive, layered spaces that are

06/23/2026

A young family relocated to Houston on a tight deadline and handed us their trust along with their inspiration images. We moved some mountains.
A room finds its footing when straight lines and curves exist in equal measure — structure and softness, weight and light. That balance is what turns a house into a home that feels like it was always yours.

Read more about this home and the philosophy behind it in Refined Interiors: Timeless Homes for Modern Living → https://amzn.to/4xCqhbS

06/22/2026

It's giving spring — at least that's what we told ourselves.

Whether it's a perfect spring day or a summer heat advisory, we're always excited to see a project through the lens and capture the details that bring it to life.

This outdoor pavilion is one of our latest projects, and we can't wait to share more of the architecture, furnishings, and thoughtful moments that make this space special. Stay tuned.

06/21/2026

Today, we honor the fathers and father figures who fill our lives with love, strength, and guidance.

Whether it's a quiet moment in a study or game day in the media room, we're proud to create spaces that reflect who they are.

To all the dads—present, remembered, and chosen—we celebrate you.

06/19/2026

When a meeting room feels more like a work of art, everything changes.

This space carried decades of history — rich wood paneling, hand-painted murals, a room that remembered who it used to be. The question was never whether to preserve it. It was how to make it feel alive again.

Sculptural lighting. Tailored furnishings. A palette that bridges two eras without choosing between them.

Business. Beauty. Community. All in one space.

06/18/2026

A chair is never just a place to sit. It holds space, sets tone, and speaks before anyone enters the room. The right seating transforms a room from furnished to designed — and these Chaddock pieces do exactly that.

Explore the full collection at https://chaddock.com/benjamin-johnston

06/17/2026

People stand in front of a great painting and feel something they can’t quite name. That’s exactly what art does in a room — it reaches the parts that furniture and finishes can’t.

It’s often the last decision made. In our experience, it should be one of the first.

Is art part of your home? Tell us below.

06/16/2026

Grateful to be featured in Rue Magazine's Summer 2026 issue — "The New Rules of Design." In a quick Q&A, Benjamin shares a bit about his process, his collaborations with Chaddock Home and S. Harris, and the story behind his first book, Refined Interiors: Timeless Homes for Modern Living.

Pick up a copy at Barnes & Noble, Target, or Whole Foods — or read it online via PressReader. Thank you, Rue, for the feature. ✨

🔗 Get Refined Interiors: https://amzn.to/3QKoxfV

06/15/2026

Lighting is never just a fixture selected at the end of a project.

In a well designed home, it is one of the first decisions made — and one of the most consequential. It sets the mood before anything else. It directs the eye, defines warmth, reveals texture, and establishes depth so the architecture reads clearly.

Most notice lighting only when it is wrong. When resolved, it recedes into the architecture. That is the difference between a room that looks designed and one that feels complete.

Refined Interiors: Timeless Homes for Modern Living explores this philosophy in depth. Available now: https://amzn.to/4eq1Wyv

06/14/2026

A coffee or tea bar can turn an ordinary corner of the kitchen into a daily ritual. A simple shelf for a teapot or a small counter for morning coffee creates a place to start the day slowly — or end it quietly. The most thoughtful kitchens are often shaped by these small moments of living.
What's your morning ritual? ✨

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06/12/2026

The Dallas Morning News included Refined Interiors: Timeless Homes for Modern Living in their roundup of design books to add to your summer stack — and we're so grateful for the mention.

Writer highlighted the book's exploration of contrast and cohesion, the beauty found in imperfection, and how theatricality can elevate everyday life. Every page reflects years of collaboration, intention, and care from an incredibly talented team.

We're honored Refined Interiors continues to find its way into the hands of those who love design and the stories behind it.

Read the full feature here: https://www.dallasnews.com/abode/home-and-garden/article/new-design-coffee-table-books-22292665.php

Thank you and .

You can find Refined Interiors here: https://amzn.to/4nRboxD

Address

5301 Katy Freeway Ste 201
Houston, TX
77007

Telephone

+17133002903

Website

http://www.benjamin-johnston.com/

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