Get to Know the Talented Designer Lauren Liess and Her Authentic Style

Get inspired by Lauren Liess, an amazing interior designer whose style embraces authenticity, not perfection. Known for her relaxed style and down-to-earth approach, she creates timeless, curated looks that celebrate home.

Lauren Liess may be a name you’re already family with. After all, she’s a busy woman! Perhaps you’ve seen her HGTV show Best House on the Block. Or maybe you’ve read one of the three books she published. Or perhaps you’re familiar with her retail store, or her collections, or her interior design studio….you get the picture.

designer lauren liess standing in kitchen with green cabinets and unlacquered brass faucet — via Lauren Liess Portforlio

The point is, she’s popular for a reason. And that reason is because she has a beautiful and unique style that resonates with so many! My hope as you read this is that you’ll be inspired by her designs and perhaps, find a way to incorporate a bit of her approach in your own decorating!

Corner of room with white walls and black white and gold gallery wall with antique table and chair — via Lauren Liess Portforlio

In 2007 and after completing an education in design via distance learning, Lauren she began working as a designer. To showcase her work, she launched her first blog, Pure Style Home, and from there, her career exploded to what it is today.

foyer with white moulding and hardwood floors and staircase with gold accents — via Lauren Liess Portforlio

Lauren’s Design Style

Lauren once referred to Brooke Giannetti as her mentor, and you’ll see similarities in their styles but she’s really created a unique style of her own.

Lauren feels inspired by nature. Perhaps that why you’ll see so many natural elements in the spaces she designs, from warm woods, stone, linen and more. It’s these elements that all some warmth and texture and make her designs feel relaxed and approachable.

family room with vaulted ceiling with wood beams and seating area with four chairs and coffee table — via Lauren Liess Portforlio

Lauren’s style really isn’t about “perfection” and instead she embraces the patina and worn edges that reflect real life.

Rooms that feel like they’ve evolved over time and have “something off” in them feel more interesting to me than perfectly done spaces.
Lauren Liess

Lauren’s designs really do reflect nature, don’t they?!? Both in the color palette and the texture. But that doesn’t mean she’s afraid of color or patterns!

bedroom with yellow and white floral wallpaper and black french canopy bed and white bedding — via Lauren Liess Portforlio

Despite her busy lifestyle, she still manages to have a hand in every client’s design. She starts by looking at each project holistically with function and floorplan at the top of her list. From there, she determines the feel so wants to create and uses that feeling to guide her decisions.