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Parris McKenna Design Offering interior design services that blend transitional style with effortless sophistication.

Thinking about your trim package might not be the most glamorous part of designing a home, but it can make all the diffe...
10/27/2026

Thinking about your trim package might not be the most glamorous part of designing a home, but it can make all the difference.

From baseboards and door casings to window trim and crown moulding, these details add depth, create continuity, and bring a sense of intention to a space.

They tie the architecture together and can make even the simplest room feel more considered.

Introducing Oak Manor.This beautiful 100-year-old Tudor home is going to be a very special project for us. From the mome...
10/23/2026

Introducing Oak Manor.

This beautiful 100-year-old Tudor home is going to be a very special project for us. From the moment we walked through the door, we were drawn to its character and all of the incredible details that make this home so unique.

We’ve been working through our initial concepts, drawing inspiration from the home itself while introducing our own vision for how it can evolve for the family living in it today. There are a few original details we’re looking forward to carrying through, and so many exciting ideas we can’t wait to bring to life.

We’re just about to begin the sourcing phase, which is always one of my favourite parts of the process.

We’re so excited to see this one come together and share more with you along the way.

Some images in this post are included for inspiration and reference purposes and are not our original work. All images remain the property of their respective creators.

4 Things to Know Before You RenovateMaking decisions as you go can lead to unnecessary changes, delays, and added costs ...
10/20/2026

4 Things to Know Before You Renovate

Making decisions as you go can lead to unnecessary changes, delays, and added costs once construction is underway.

Your budget needs to account for more than construction alone. Design fees, architectural plans, materials, and unexpected conditions all play a role.

Millwork dimensions, trim profiles, lighting placement, and material transitions need to be considered early. These details are much harder to resolve once construction is underway.

Each space should feel connected to the next. Without an overarching vision, a home can feel disjointed, even when individual rooms are beautifully designed.

Thoughtful planning creates a clearer direction for everyone involved, helping the finished home feel cohesive, considered, and personal.

Custom millwork is one of those details that can completely change how a home feels.From the proportions of a built-in t...
10/19/2026

Custom millwork is one of those details that can completely change how a home feels.

From the proportions of a built-in to the way cabinetry meets the wall, these decisions bring a sense of intention to a space. They also create opportunities to introduce character, add function and make a home feel truly its own.

It’s one of the things we believe is worth investing in from the beginning. When thoughtfully designed, it becomes part of the architecture of a home, not just another finishing touch.

Custom Cabinetry by SILVERBIRCH

If you’ve ever wondered who keeps everything behind the scenes moving at PMD, there’s a good chance the answer is CeCe.A...
10/09/2026

If you’ve ever wondered who keeps everything behind the scenes moving at PMD, there’s a good chance the answer is CeCe.

As our Account Manager, she keeps the details in order, makes sure nothing falls through the cracks, and somehow always knows what needs to happen next. Her attention to detail and love for what she does make all of our jobs a little easier - and keep the entire studio moving forward.

But what makes CeCe such a special part of our team is the energy she brings with her. She’s full of light, character, and has a way of putting a smile on everyone’s face.

She’s truly the brains behind our operation, and we’re so lucky to have her keeping PMD running - and making it a little more fun along the way.

A detail you may not have noticed in the Hawthorne powder room…I chose a full gloss finish for the walls because I wante...
10/06/2026

A detail you may not have noticed in the Hawthorne powder room…

I chose a full gloss finish for the walls because I wanted to give an otherwise entirely pink room a little more tension. The colour is soft and feminine, but the high-shine finish adds something unexpected - reflecting light, creating depth, and bringing a slightly more playful edge to the space.

It’s a good example of how sometimes it’s not the colour itself that changes a room, but how you choose to use it.

Photography by Lauren Miller
Styling by Stacey Smithers

The Ivywood kitchen - before and after.We wanted this apartment kitchen to feel warm and layered, while still feeling so...
10/05/2026

The Ivywood kitchen - before and after.

We wanted this apartment kitchen to feel warm and layered, while still feeling sophisticated and timeless. This Parisian-style kitchen was such a fun space to design, and we fell in love with all the little details along the way.

Click the link in our bio to view the full gallery.

Photography by Lauren Miller
Styling by Kaela Shaw
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Millwork by Braam's Custom Cabinets

A little look at the palette coming together for Relevé.We like to see materials where they’ll actually live - in the na...
10/02/2026

A little look at the palette coming together for Relevé.

We like to see materials where they’ll actually live - in the natural light, alongside the other finishes, and within the space itself.

It’s a small part of the process, but often where the right decisions become clear.

A few Cotswolds details I brought home with me.From classic plate racks to English-inspired wallpapers, traditional cust...
09/24/2026

A few Cotswolds details I brought home with me.

From classic plate racks to English-inspired wallpapers, traditional custom upholstery, and gardens that feel beautifully lived in - these are the details that stayed with us long after the trip.

Photography by Lauren Miller
Styling by Kaela Shaw & Stacey Smithers

The materials we always come back to.Warm woods. Unlacquered brass. Natural stone.Timeless for a reason.Photography by L...
09/22/2026

The materials we always come back to.

Warm woods. Unlacquered brass. Natural stone.

Timeless for a reason.

Photography by Lauren Miller
Stying by Kaela Shaw & Stacey Smithers

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