AKG Design Studio

05/27/2026

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Podcast · Anna Gibson · Design Tips and Sips is all about interior design tips, ideas, trends, products, a healthy lifestyle, and more. As a kitchen and bathroom designer, I want to bring my design inspiration to your doorstep. I love designing spaces that are functional, distinctive, and enhance ...

04/13/2026

Think your small kitchen is holding you back? Think again! 🍽️✨

Size is just a number when it comes to smart design. We've rounded up 5 game-changing ideas to help you maximize every square inch of your kitchen without needing a major renovation.

1. Go vertical with your storage
2. Use light and reflection to open up the room
3. Choose the right appliances for tight spaces
4. Make your furniture work double-duty
5. Master your cabinet organization

Check out the full video on our YouTube channel for more insights. 🔗Link in bio🔗

04/10/2026

🌿 Bring the outdoors in with biophilic design 🌿

Ever feel like your home is missing that calming connection to nature? It's time to embrace biophilic design! Anna Gibson from AKG Design Studio breaks down how to transform your living space into a healthier, more grounded sanctuary (1:14).

Here are some key ways to reconnect with nature at home:

1. Circadian Lighting: Align your home's lighting with your natural sleep-wake cycle.
2. Greenery & Soil: Plants do more than look good, they also improve air quality and provide a calming visual anchor.
3. Better Ventilation: Don't just rely on HVAC! Ensure your kitchen and bathroom have proper ventilation to remove moisture and off-gassing.
4. Water Quality: Consider under-sink filtration systems to ensure your drinking water is clean and crisp without needing a whole-house setup.
5. Organic Materials: Shift away from gray and white palettes toward natural textures like wood cabinetry, stone surfaces, and iron accents to bring the outside in.

Design about how your space feels, not just how it looks.

Check out our YouTube channel to learn more. 🔗Link in bio🔗

04/09/2026

We are hiring! Come work with the best design team in town!!

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04/06/2026

Looking to refresh your space? Wallpaper is back, and it's more versatile than ever! 🏠✨

Forget the outdated patterns of the past. Today's wallpaper is a powerful design tool that adds depth, texture, and personality that paint simply can't match. Whether you're looking to wrap an entire room, highlight a statement ceiling, or add a pop of character to your cabinetry, there is a style for every vibe.

Ready to transform your home? Watch the full episode for more deep dives into material types and design tips. Link in bio 🔗

04/03/2026

Find your flow with Ikebana 生け花🌸

Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arranging, but it's so much more than that. It is about the beauty of simplicity, balance, and intentionality. Whether you're a design lover or just need a mindful reset, here is why you should give Ikebana a try:

✨ It's Mindful: Much like the samurai who practiced Ikebana to center themselves before battle, this practice is the perfect way to pause and de-stress from the daily scroll.
✨ Embrace Imperfection: Unlike traditional arrangements, Ikebana celebrates the natural curves, broken stems, and even the bugs! It's about letting nature be exactly as it is.
✨ Sustainable Design: No need to buy a massive bouquet! You can create stunning art using just a few stems from your garden, leftover flowers, or even dried branches from a walk.

Discover the full conversation on our YouTube page. Link in our bio! 🔗

03/31/2026

Accessiblity and elegance can go hand in hand with the right designer at the helm.🏡✨

In our recent YouTube video, we worked with a client to turn their home into a space that is not only beautiful and elevated but also truly livable through every stage of life. The best part? You don't have to wait for an emergency to start future-proofing your home.

Here are 5 key ways to make your home more accessible:

1. Future-proof your bathroom by opting for curbless showers, which offer a seamless aesthetic while removing physical barriers for walkers or wheelchairs.
2. Strategic door widening to ensure your home remains accessible for mobility aids, saving you from expensive, disruptive renovations down the line.
3. Design-forward safety like sculptural grab bars or integrated hardware that blend into your home's decor, maintaining a sense of luxury.
4. Innovative mobility solutions like elegant and unobtrusive home lifts instead of standard stairlifts.
5. Work with an expert like a universal design specialist who understands both safety requirements and your personal aesthetic.

👉 Learn more about how to future-proof your home in the full video on our YouTube. 🔗Link in bio.🔗

03/24/2026

Update on our Herndon renovation! ✨🏠
See how we navigated some tricky piping to maximize this kitchen's potential with...

✨Smart Solutions: We worked around existing piping in the windows and soffit to gain an extra 6 inches of ceiling height for new cabinetry.
✨Eco-Friendly Design: Instead of buying new, we reused the homeowner's recently replaced windows to avoid any waste.
✨Seamless Integration: By keeping the soffit as small as possible, we added more storage while ensuring the design remained unintrusive.

It's all about working with what you have to create something even better.

🔗Check our full video of this renovation on our YouTube channel🔗

03/20/2026

Materials speak before a word is said.

Texture, weight, and finish quietly define how a space feels beneath your fingertips.

We select materials for longevity, balance, and tactile experience...not trends alone.

Learn how we approach material selection in our blog.🔗 Link in bio🔗

03/16/2026

Design reveals itself in daily rituals. From the morning coffee to the evening cleanup, to the quiet pause before the day begins.

When a space is tailored to these moments, beauty becomes effortless, and function fades into the background.

Read how we design with everyday living in mind on our blog. 🔗Link in bio🔗

03/13/2026

Light is not an afterthought. It is architecture. Thoughtfully layered lighting guides the eye, softens transitions, and shapes how a space is experienced from morning to night.

In our designs, lighting is used to elevate function while creating atmosphere—quietly transforming everyday routines into intentional moments.

Explore how strategic lighting impacts both beauty and usability in our blog.🔗 Link in bio🔗