Jennifer Miller is a certified interior designer, professional home stager and CEO of Jennuwine Design, Sophisticated Staging. Connect with her at info@DBJfirm.com, www.DesignbyJennuwine.com or (228) 285-1535.
Every week, we meet homeowners who are excited to start renovating. They’ve saved inspiration photos, picked out paint colors and maybe even rented a dumpster. Then comes the sentence I hear all the time: “We’re just going to knock out this wall …” Maybe. Maybe not. One of the biggest misconceptions about renovating is that […]
Photo by Collov Home Design on Unsplash August has a funny way of sneaking up on you. One minute you’re grilling by the pool, and the next, you’re searching for missing shoes, signing permission slips and wondering how backpacks multiplied overnight. As an interior designer, I’ve learned something surprising over the years: Most families don’t […]
We’ve all done it: scrolled Pinterest, saved Instagram posts or watched stunning home transformations online, then looked around our own house thinking, “How do people make their homes look THAT good?” Here’s the secret most people don’t realize: Beautiful homes are rarely about spending the most money. They’re about intentional choices. As an interior designer, I […]
Every year around May, I see the same shift with my clients. We stop focusing on what’s happening inside the home and start asking how we can live better outside. Here on the Coast, outdoor living isn’t just a bonus; it’s a lifestyle. And the truth is, the most memorable moments, the ones with laughter, […]
Spring is not subtle on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The azaleas are showing off. The air smells like salt and sunscreen, and suddenly everyone wants to “just come by for a little get-together.” If you are going to entertain, let’s do it right. I always say your outdoor space should feel like an extension of […]
If there’s one thing women don’t tolerate, especially moms, it’s design that looks good but doesn’t work. By the time spring rolls around, we are ready for a reset, lighter spaces, better flow and homes that feel calm without being boring. As we enter this transitional time, I’m seeing a clear shift. The hottest design […]
Design fads come and go — but a rare few can make a meaningful difference in your life. Here are some up-coming trends worth paying attention to as we enter 2026 — not just because they’re popular, but because they can help your home (and your brain) function better. 1. SOFT MINIMALISM This isn’t the […]
The holidays are sneaking up quickly, and for many of us, fall is the calm before the festive storm. It’s the season where we ease into entertaining, gather family around the table and enjoy the cozy textures of cooler weather. With Thanksgiving approaching, now is the perfect time to prepare both your home and mindset […]
As summer says its final farewell and we start dreaming of fall layers and cozy interiors, it’s the perfect time to take stock of what’s trending in the world of home design. Every year brings a fresh wave of style inspiration, but 2025 is all about one thing: authenticity. Design isn’t just what your house […]
Summer on the Coast has its own kind of magic — barefoot evenings, impromptu cookouts and the kind of family time that turns into lifelong memories. I’m all about creating spaces that not only look beautiful but work hard for the real-life moments that matter most. Here are a few of my go-to ideas for […]
