Here’s Part 2 of our end of the year project highlight! Take a look at some of the transformations we’ve had the opportunity to be a part of! These showcase the range of our services, from new construction and renovations to furniture and styling. These are just a few of the projects we tackled in 2024—check out Part 1 here!
As 2024 comes to a close, we’re excited to look back at some of this year’s projects. These highlight the range of our services, from new construction and renovations to furniture and styling. Here’s a glimpse at just a few of the incredible transformations we’ve had the pleasure of working on. And now, Part 2 is live – check it out!
A frequent question we get is: When is the best time to hire an interior designer? It’s a great question, and the simple answer is: as soon as possible!
When is the best time to hire an interior designer for Furniture & Styling projects? Some of the most successful projects begin at least 6 months in advance, and here’s why. Once a contract is signed, the design phase typically takes 4 to 6 weeks to develop a detailed plan.
Additionally, lead times for custom furniture can vary, sometimes taking up to 6 to 8 weeks to arrive. By starting design meetings in advance, it gives us time to thoroughly understand your vision, plan out the details, and ensure everything arrives on schedule.
Our Furniture & Styling service goes beyond simply selecting new furniture and decor; it’s about creating a home or commercial space that tells your unique story. From the design plan to selections, we manage everything from ordering, tracking, and installation. Explore our Silverthorne home for project inspiration.
If you are starting a custom home or commercial construction project, we recommend that you hire an interior designer either before or at the same time that you begin working with an architect. This collaboration allows us to understand your vision, add custom design features, and ensure that the entire space reflects your style.
Of course, you can also hire a designer after your architect has completed the plans if your needs are more focused on material selections, finishes, and equipment and appliances (often referred to as ‘FF+E’ in contracts, which stands for ‘furniture, fixtures, and equipment’).
Our New Construction service offers complete interior design services for custom homes and commercial design projects. Our team collaborates with your architect, and/or builder, from start to finish, to ensure that every detail aligns with your vision.
For significant renovations, especially those with structural changes, it’s important to hire an interior designer before hiring a contractor. Interior designers specialize in finding solutions to interior space challenges and can provide design plans that meet your goals and lifestyle needs. We are experts at reimagining spaces to create timeless and cohesive interiors that tell the unique story of our clients.
We also provide specification sheets or “spec sheets” for your project, which are crucial documents that outline detailed information about the materials, products, and finishes. These serve as a reference for both designers and contractors, ensuring that everyone involved in the project has a clear understanding of the design plans and requirements.
At Kirkendall Design, we specialize in home renovations and commercial remodels, including luxury kitchen and bath remodels. We work with you and your contractors to transform your space into a beautiful and personalized space that meets your needs.
As the year winds down, now is the time to start planning your luxury interior design projects for 2025. Start the process by scheduling your complimentary discovery call and design request form on our website.
Start planning today and let Kirkendall Design help you bring your 2025 project to life!
We love this time of year in the design world with all the color announcements. Benjamin Moore recently revealed its 2025 Color of the Year, Cinnamon Slate, and the team at Kirkendall Design can’t wait to share our thoughts on this rich, moody hue!
If you missed it, we shared our favorite colors from Sherwin-Williams’ 2025 Colormix Forecast—check it out here. While Pantone hasn’t announced their color of the year yet, the predicted color is Future Dusk–a mix between deep violet and midnight blue. We’re excited to see the official color soon.
Now, back to Benjamin Moore! Color experts describe the Color Trends 2025 palette as “quietly colorful hues that are calm, confident, and adaptable, yet distinct. These shades invite you to explore all ends of the color spectrum.”
Keep reading for our design team’s thoughts on the 2025 Color of the Year and how they envision using the Color Trends palette for clients.
Photo by Benjamin Moore; Wall: Cinnamon Slate 2113-40, Trim: Glacier White OC-37
Photo by Benjamin Moore; Upper Wall: Cinnamon Slate 2113-40, Wainscoting: Ashwood Moss 1484
Photo by Benjamin Moore; Walls: Sea Salt CSP-95, Trim: Glacier White OC-37
Photo by Benjamin Moore; Walls: Tissue Pink 1163, Trim: Glacier White OC-37
Photo by Benjamin Moore; Wall: Tissue Pink 1163; Cabinets: Ashwood Moss 1484, Trim: Glacier White OC-37
Photo by Benjamin Moore; Walls: Sea Salt CSp-95, Trim: Glacier White OC-37
“Cinnamon Slate is a beautiful color for an accent color, and its subtle hue and brown undertones make it easy to use. I’d love to use it in a study or library to create a dark, moody background. My favorite combination from the 2025 palette is Cinnamon Slate with Chowning’s Brown and Tissue Pink—a classic mix I can’t wait to use for a client.”
“Cinnamon Slate surprised me! The name makes me think of rust or orange tones, but it’s actually a warm, dusty purple. I’d use it as an accent wall in a bedroom or powder bath. In a bedroom, I’d pair it with soft browns, greens, and a hint of pale pink in the bedding or deep gray accents for a more masculine touch.
My favorite combos with Cinnamon Slate are Rosepine, Sea Salt, Chowning’s Tan and Leather Saddle Brown. But, some of the tan/brown could be brought in with textiles like leather and wood instead of paint.”
“Cinnamon Slate has such a calming effect, making it perfect for bedrooms, nurseries, or powder baths. I’d pair it with Sea Salt or Paris Rain in a bedroom or nursery for a soothing feel. From the 2025 palette, I’d use Rosepine on a kitchen island surrounding it with Sea Salt cabinets.”
“This is the perfect color if a client was specifically looking for a purple or mauve tone. I could see it working in a small powder bath, paired with a bold wallpaper, or used to paint a statement piece of furniture. From the 2025 palette, Sea Salt is my favorite—it would look great from walls to trim or cabinetry. Ashwood Moss could be a great exterior color.”
“I could see Cinnamon Slate fitting perfectly in a historic home, maybe as a cabinet color or in a moody powder bath or butler’s pantry. The depth of this color is amazing, and I’d play with different sheens—flat on the ceiling, satin on the trim—to create contrast. It would also look great as a plaster feature wall, adding texture and age with venetian plaster or roman clay.”
We see so much potential in Cinnamon Slate and the Color Trends 2025 palette and can’t wait to use these colors in future designs!
Thanks for reading! As the year winds down, now is the time to start planning your luxury interior design projects for 2025. Start the process by scheduling your complimentary discovery call and design request form on our website.
Photo by Valerie Wei-Haas / Design by Kirkendall Design
The right paint sheen can transform your walls from a quiet backdrop to the star of the show. It’s all about choosing a finish that balances style, durability, and practicality. With options ranging from velvety matte to reflective gloss, paint sheen refers to the level of light reflection on the surface, helping you create the perfect ambiance for your space. Let’s explore the different sheen options and how our interior design firm uses each one.
Photo by Sherwin-Williams
Photo by Valerie Wei-Haas / Design by Kirkendall Design
This sheen offers minimal light reflection, helping to smooth out surface textures and imperfections. It’s easy to touch up but harder to clean, making it perfect for ceilings.
Design by Kirkendall Design
A matte or eggshell sheen offers a smooth finish with low to medium light reflection, making it excellent for high-traffic areas like bedrooms, hallways, dining rooms, and living rooms. It hides imperfections well, is easy to touch up, and has just enough sheen to resist moisture.
Photo by Sarah Baker / Design by Kirkendall Design
Satin sheens are both durable and easy to clean. They’re ideal for cabinets, garage walls, trim, and also moisture-prone areas like bathrooms – spaces where you want a balance of durability and a slight glossy finish.
With higher light reflection, semi-gloss sheens are perfect for kitchens, baseboards, and doors. It’s durable, washable, and easy to clean, though it can show imperfections and are a bit harder to touch up.
Photo credit: centsationalstyle.com
High gloss sheen, as the name suggests, has the highest level of light reflection, creating a mirror-like finish. We don’t use it often but it can create a high-end look on certain surfaces like cabinets, doors, and furniture.
As an interior design firm, we’re (obviously) always excited to see what color trends are bubbling up for the new year. Benjamin Moore announced their Color of the Year as Cinnamon Slate, and the Sherwin-Williams 2025 Colormix Forecast does not disappoint! Their latest collection of the top 48 trend-forward colors is full of fresh, vibrant hues to inspire you.
Curated by more than 20 design professionals from across the country, the Colormix Forecast is rooted in deep color analysis, blending expertise from both residential and commercial interior design. This team brings a wealth of knowledge in how color shapes environments, giving color inspiration that meets a wide range of design needs.
There are four distinct color palettes in the Colormix Forecast. Here’s a closer look at the Sherwin Williams 2025 colors!
Full of peaceful colors, the Chrysalis Capsule is “inspired by wood tones and freshly turned earth.” We asked our interior design team to choose their favorite palettes from the Sherwin Williams 2025 color collection. Out of the four options, three of our designers chose Chrysalis as their top pick. They loved its warm tones and calming mix of colors.
Photo by Sherwin-Williams
Cabinet: Drift of Mist SW 9166, Wall: Thunderous SW 6201
Photo by Sherwin-Williams
Walls: Pure White SW 7005, Sealskin SW7675
The Paradox palette is more playful with a bright mix of “grounding neutrals and candy-coated accents.”
Photo by Sherwin-Williams
Photo by Sherwin-Williams
Photo by Sherwin-Williams
Filled with warm neutrals that you would find in nature, the Wellspring collection is meant to “nurture and nourish” through color. It was another favorite among our design team for its neutral base, which still offers bold accents for those who enjoy experimenting with color while preferring a more muted environment.
Photo by Sherwin-Williams
Photo by Sherwin-Williams
Commercial space inspiration by Sherwin-Williams
A well rounded combination, the Kindred Capsule invites you to “embrace abundance with traditional neutrals and electric brights.” The Kindred collection stood out as a top choice for our owner and principal designer, Julia Kirkendall. She highlighted how the colors are comforting and envisions it used in spaces that promote rest and renewal.
Photo by Sherwin-Williams
Walls: Redend Point SW 9081, Trim: Creamy SW 7012
Photo by Sherwin-Williams
Accent Nook: Rockweed SW 2735, Wall: Creamy SW 7012
Photo by Sherwin-Williams
Board and Batten: Icy Lemonade SW 1667, Walls: Creamy SW 7012
Here are Kirkendall Design’s favorite color selections from the Sherwin-Williams’ 2025 Colormix Forecast!
Which color trend palette is your favorite?
My favorite is Kindred because it represents colors that are nesting and comforting, which is what we lean to when there is any unrest around us. Also, with the election year and wars in the world I think people are looking for their sanctuary at home that can help refresh, renew, and restore them.
What is your favorite color(s) out of all of the palettes?
My favorite color is Thunderous, but the Dark Night is such a good option for connecting color pallets in your home and giving them fresh looks.
Which color trend palette is your favorite?
Wellspring-because it has a great neutral palette, but also offers some bold choices for those who dare to experiment but thrive in neutral environments.
What is your favorite color in the Chrysalis collection?
Studio Clay! It’s a great neutral but the undertones of gray/green give you some color where you might not want to stick with a beige, or greige.
How do you envision that color being used in a client’s home or commercial project?
I think Studio Clay could be used in a variety of situations. Bedroom, study, bathroom walls. Cabinets in laundry or study or even a bathroom.
Which color trend palette is your favorite?
I would choose Chrysalis. I’m enjoying that warmer color tones are trending and I think this is a nice collection that anyone could incorporate into their home.
What is your favorite color in the Paradox collection? Cascades!
How do you envision that color being used in a client’s home or commercial project?
In a home I think that the dark green color could be used on a piece of furniture, a bathroom vanity, maybe even as an accent in a kitchen. I would also love to see it on a front door.
Which color trend palette is your favorite?
I would say overall I like Chrysalis for open areas or field colors.
What is your favorite color in the Paradox collection? Dark Night!
How do you envision that color being used in a client’s home or commercial project?
I like the overall moodiness it can bring in a more concealed space. I would use it on an accent wall in an office or a piece of furniture. It would also be good in a powder bath with gold accents.
Which color trend palette is your favorite?
Chrysalis – I am a neutral girl through and through and I like the range of browns and tans here, plus there is a light toned mauve/lilac that is pretty as well. Thunderous can lean a little on the green side which I think goes well with all the other neutrals. Overall, it’s a color scheme that really brings the outdoors in, which I love. That, to me, is calming and authentic!
What is your favorite color in the Wellspring collection?
Gallery Green is my favorite in that collection!
How do you envision that color being used in a client’s home or commercial project?
I would envision Gallery Green as a laundry room or mudroom cabinet color. Or possibly a powder bath color!
Thank you for reading! This post was inspired by Postcards from the Ridge. We loved her deep dive into Sherwin Williams 2025 Colors – Find it on here.
Today we are sharing Pt. 2 of our Silverthorne Project reveal, featuring interior design, furniture, and styling by Kirkendall Design in Tulsa, OK. If you missed Pt. 1, view it here.
This two-story Colorado home offers breathtaking views and combines mountain charm with traditional and eclectic touches. Let’s explore the downstairs walk-out basement which includes two guest suites, a kitchen/entertainment bar, and game room.
We’re excited to talk about some of our favorite interior design trends that are making waves in bathroom design this year. Whether you’re planning a complete bathroom renovation or a simple refresh, these trends will help you elevate your space to new heights of style and functionality.
Japanese wet rooms have emerged in American bathrooms in response to the rise of minimalism and personal wellness. By combining the tub and shower in one enclosed space, it creates a more spacious atmosphere and spa-like experience. If you’re not quite ready for a full wet room, doorless showers offer a visually stunning alternative that also promotes relaxation.
While some bathroom design trends can become outdated, freestanding tubs are an example of a timeless interior design choice that will never go out of style. There are so many styles to choose from and they help create a more airy and relaxing bath experience.
One of the prominent bathroom trends we see clients wanting is a spa-like atmosphere, not just for aesthetics, but to support overall wellness. There are many benefits to steam showers but a few include improved metabolism, circulation, detoxification, stress-management, and respiratory health. We designed this client’s steam shower with a transom-style glass panel at the top to regulate the steam when in use.
At our interior design firm, we love crafting vibrant bathrooms for our clients! Nothing tells a client’s unique story quite like bold color choices and playful patterns. Bold bathrooms are right up our alley, and you can explore more of our projects in this blog post on bathrooms.
In the last two decades, we’ve seen a significant rise in using the aging in place approach in interior design, which focuses on design elements that adapt to people’s evolving needs and abilities over time. For example, in this bathroom project, we integrated non-slip tile, a curbless shower, and accessible bathtub, ensuring both aesthetics and long-term safety.
If you are ready to upgrade your bathroom, let us help! With 30 years of interior design expertise in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and beyond, we’re here to guide your next bathroom renovation. Submit a design request to schedule your complimentary discovery call to get started!
As the temperatures rise and the Oklahoma sun begins to shine, it’s time to turn our attention to our outdoor living areas. Here at Kirkendall Design, we love creating outdoor spaces that are an extension of our client’s homes. Around this same time last year, we wrote a blog post about how spending time outdoors can work wonders for reducing stress, boosting creativity, and lifting spirits. This is precisely why we love to provide design services for outdoor spaces in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and beyond!
In one of our recent interior design projects, we had the pleasure of curating multiple outdoor living spaces for a client’s second home in Silverthorne, Colorado. Our client was after outdoor furniture that was more unique, comfortable and would last the test of time and weather. That’s where our exclusive partnerships in the furniture industry came into play.
As the days grow shorter with the changing season, we want to talk about the crucial role that lighting can play within your home. Having the perfect lighting can completely revamp your space, giving it that cozy and inviting atmosphere that makes the approaching winter nights feel a whole lot brighter. Let’s consider three main types of lighting: statement, task, and aesthetic.
Statement lighting can make a bold and memorable impression in your home. These unique fixtures are more than just sources of illumination; they are works of art that can serve as conversation starters and focal points in your living spaces.
