Style that’s Inspired, Not Acquired

SERVICES

You know you want something different, but…
Don’t know where to start?

You’re tired of looking around at outdated or mismatched pieces acquired through the years, but are overwhelmed just thinking about redecorating. With limited bandwidth, time, and energy, you can’t afford to make costly design mistakes.

You’ve put off reimagining your home long enough! It’s time home becomes yours. A place infused with your style and personality, a reflection of your family, and full of memories.

I design spaces that bring you into the present.

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INTERIOR DECORATING

Comfortable, functional, finally yours.

Whether you’re preparing to move, just getting settled into a new space, or ready to upgrade, I guide you through the process and design for who you are now. Not who you were when you inherited that couch and coffee table.

My interior decorating style is authentic and inviting. I guide you with expert knowledge and the experience of feeling truly seen and heard.

Through my Lifestyle Assessment, I design for who you are and how you want to live.

Bedroom designed by Providence interior decorator Kate Martinelli
Books and decor on blue shelves

OCCUPIED HOME STAGING

For the best price possible!

Looking to elevate your listing and attract higher offers? I take the stress out of the selling process with home staging that helps your home stand out, inspire buyers, and get the best possible price.

Ready to hand over the keys to someone who will fall in love with their new home?

VIRTUAL DESIGN

Not local? No problem!

My Expert E-Design service provides you with a plan, no matter where you’re located. We’ll meet online for a design consultation and discuss your home and goals in detail. Then, we’ll build out a design plan customized for your investment and lifestyle needs. You’ll gain access to exclusive trade pieces and confidence in a home that’s distinctly yours. The result is a ready-to-implement design plan as unique as you are!

Sofa with throw pillows and a coffee table in a living room
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Our Clients Trust us

“Kate was so easy to work with and gave us a terrific plan that we can implement at our own speed. She totally understood what I was looking for and gave me plenty of options to choose from as we worked together.”

S. Larson

“After walking through the front door, I immediately felt that warmth and homey feeling that the space was in dire need of. If you are looking for an interior designer or home stager, Kate is the best of the best! A true artist who leads with communication, professionalism, and style.”

K. Assaf Remax Agent

DESIGN IS MY PASSION

No matter your starting point, we’ll achieve an incredible outcome for your home.

Whether you’re design-challenged or have a vision of your style but aren’t sure how to move forward with it. Whether you’ve lived in your home for ten days or ten years, and whether you’re surrounded by mismatched pieces or facing down the starkest room, I help you design spaces you’ll never want to leave!

With a clear, professional process, I collaborate with you to bring to life an intentional design and unparalleled comfort.

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frequently asked questions

What an interior decorator does is focus on the furnishings and aesthetic details that complete a space, including furniture selection, color palettes, textiles, fixtures, styling, and layout. As an interior decorator in Providence, RI, I work with what you have and help you find what you need to create a cohesive, beautiful space that reflects your style and works for your life. Interior designers are licensed professionals trained in architecture and spatial planning who design the structure and layout of a space, often reconfiguring floor plans. While both can transform your home, decorators specialize in the aesthetic details that turn a house into a home you’ll love living in.

Interior decorators charge depending on experience and services offered. You’ll see various pricing models, including flat fees, bundled pricing by room, and hourly. The final cost depends on several factors: whether you’re doing a full design or a partial refresh, the size of the space, the number of design items requested, and the level of detail involved. Design fees are separate from furniture and décor purchases. Hiring an interior decorator actually saves you money. You’ll avoid costly design mistakes, furniture that doesn’t fit, and living with a space that never quite comes together. When you work with a design expert, you get it right the first time!

I work with both existing furnishings and new pieces. Part of my job is figuring out what to keep and what to replace. I love incorporating meaningful pieces such as art, travel finds, and furniture you genuinely love. During my Lifestyle Assessment, we’ll go through what you currently have. I’ll help determine what’s worth keeping, what can be repurposed in a different room, and what’s ready to go. Then, we’ll fill in the gaps with new pieces that blend seamlessly with your existing furnishings.

Great design starts with careful listening. Before I make a single furniture recommendation or pull out the paint swatches, I conduct a thorough Lifestyle Assessment to learn who you are, how you live, and what you actually want from your space. I ask about your daily routines, your family members, how you entertain, your hobbies and interests, your travel, your color preferences, what you love, and what drives you crazy about your current setup. The details matter because the details tell your story