ELIZABETH BLAKE DESIGNS
Interior Design Done Differently
ABOUT US
Hey there! We are Elizabeth and Blake Willeford, the dynamic duo behind Elizabeth Blake Designs! We've been married for over a decade and are proud parents of two wonderful kiddos; we're rooted in the vibrant Houston Heights neighborhood, where we're committed to supporting our local schools and businesses.
Family, friends, and community are everything to us, and we love nothing more than hosting gatherings at home, cooking delicious meals, and bringing people together.
Elizabeth has over 20 years of interior design experience, influenced by her upbringing in a family of designers and artists. She's captivated by the character and history of older homes, especially early 20th-century bungalows, longing for a modern touch. Our unique business model reflects Elizabeth's personal approach to decorating, blending affordable finds with high-end furniture and playful accessories.
As for Blake, he's a true multitasker, splitting his time between Elizabeth Blake Designs and the commercial real estate business. With a flair for interior architecture, space planning, and digital design, he infuses creativity into all aspects of the business. Blake is also hands-on in our children's schools and loves to showcase his culinary skills in the kitchen.
Together, we're a powerhouse team dedicated to bringing your design dreams to life!
PROCESS
Our approach to interior design distinguishes us from other firms by eliminating markups and ongoing hourly fees. Instead, we charge one fixed fee per room and curate your space using products sourced from online retailers. While we don't specialize in custom-made furnishings, we cater to individuals who desire a beautifully decorated home that reflects their personality and experiences at a fraction of the cost of custom interior design.
Understanding that sourcing products can be daunting, time-consuming, and costly, especially when mistakes occur, we step in to simplify the process. We provide you with a personalized digital presentation of your room layout, complete with web links to furnishings, textiles, lighting, art, and accessories. This presentation serves as your roadmap, enabling you to make direct purchases from online retailers.
Our goal is to deliver a uniquely designed room while empowering you to execute the plan at your convenience.
CONSULT
We'll start our collaboration with a consultation in the comfort of your home. During this meeting, we'll assess the details of your project, take photographs and measurements, and get to know your lifestyle and specific interior design needs. This is our chance to understand your unique vision and set the stage for our design journey together.
SHOP
Upon completing the design phase, we will email you a personalized design presentation. This includes convenient links to furnishings, accessories, art, lighting, and textiles from local stores and online retailers. When you're ready to proceed, click on the provided links and place your order directly with the retailer.
DESIGN
Following the assessment phase, we spend 6-8 weeks sourcing and curating your room, creating a total design that best represents your taste and existing heirlooms and furnishings.
INSTALL
When your items arrive to your home, you will unpack and set them up according to your floor plan and vision board. When your room is ready, let us know, and we will come by to do a final walkthrough, fluff up the furnishings, and make final recommendations. Click, ship, arrive, and set up!
TESTIMONIALS
Working with Elizabeth and Blake was an absolute delight! As someone who loves to take on DIY projects but often gets overwhelmed with the details, Elizabeth was like a guiding light throughout the process.
Her expertise and friendly guidance made what could have been a daunting project feel manageable and fun. She took the time to truly understand my vision and offered invaluable suggestions to bring it to life even better than I had imagined.
With their help, I transformed my space into something truly special and unique. From selecting the perfect furnishings to adding those extra touches that make all the difference, Elizabeth's attention to detail and creativity shone through every step.
Working with Elizabeth Blake Designs was truly a fantastic experience, and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to embark on their own DIY adventure!
Rick D.
Elizabeth Blake Designs has quickly become my go to! She’s helped me with everything from completely redesigning my office space to small spruce up’s in my home. We just built and moved to a new house...I can’t wait to get started with her design expertise in my new space! Her business model knocks it out of the park and allows me to get an incredible design product, tailored to my taste, without paying what I would through a traditional interior designer. Do yourself a favor and give her a call!
Christi G.
I highly recommend Elizabeth Blake Designs. Elizabeth has the ability to listen to the client’s needs, develop the details to create a complete look, all while respecting the client’s own style. Her ability to create the perfect look for a room in a timely fashion without the constraints of traditional interior design breaks the mold. Elizabeth Blake Designs is the answer to today’s design needs combining tailored and detailed looks with the ease of online retail and modern technology.
Samantha T.
