Cat French Design

Cat French Design Full-service Interior Design Firm based out of Chapel Hill, North Carolina serving the East Coast.

From inspiration to installation, Catherine French Design can help you envision and execute your dream interior space. Our vision is to meet our clients’ needs by creating beautiful, personable spaces uniquely tailored to their lifestyle, budget, and aesthetic preferences.

Blues.. but make it cozy, light, and airy ✨️These NC natives have a high appreciation for some beautiful blues, and we l...
09/02/2026

Blues.. but make it cozy, light, and airy ✨️

These NC natives have a high appreciation for some beautiful blues, and we loved creating this space. And, we were highly honored when it became the preferred hangout spot for their two (unbelievably cute) kittens 🥰

Being fans of all the colors, we believe that any color can be layered to create an cozy, relaxing space- it's all in how you design it.
For this sweet little den just off the primary bedroom, our clients wanted a space that was so very comfortable, without feeling cramped or dark. A deep navy loveseat to sink into, serene blue walls, and so-very-plush rug with a fun pattern in tranquil hues. We love how it feels like a retreat for reading, movie-watching, and (of course!) cat naps 🐈️

Look for the adjoining primary bedroom soon. You can also see it now on our portfolio at the link below ✨️
https://www.catfrenchdesign.com/portfolio/chapelhill-midcentury

Photography:
Styling: .d

Defining spaces in an open concept layout 🤔Many of us have one large, open area on the main floor that serves as multipl...
09/01/2026

Defining spaces in an open concept layout 🤔

Many of us have one large, open area on the main floor that serves as multiple spaces- living room, dining room, hallway- sometimes even flowing through the entryway and kitchen as well. While it's wonderful to have line of sight (and light!) flowing freely, we can also miss the intimacy and ambiance that comes with having a true dining room.

In this home, the living, dining, and breakfast nook were all one open area, and part of our work was creating dedicated "rooms" within this larger space. With intention and strategy, we can bring coziness, definition, and purpose to each individual space, while keeping the larger area as a whole feeling (and looking) cohesive, curated, and collected.

The key players for this room were a plush, bold area rug and a modern chandelier that work in tandem to anchor the space. A beautifully crafted dining set with clean symmetry and definition, without feeling too heavy or dark. A sideboard, lamps with presence, and striking local artwork pull your eye right into the space.

This is one of our favorite views in this home. An intimate, warm space that's bright and cheerful, ready for family dinners, special occasions, and all the joyful gatherings. No extra walls needed 😉

See the full design on our portfolio at the link below ✨️
https://www.catfrenchdesign.com/portfolio/chapelhill-midcentury

Photography:
Styling: .d

The happiest ensuite 🫧☀️🛁Just off the bedroom you saw yesterday, this bathroom is purposefully designed to be easy and c...
08/26/2026

The happiest ensuite 🫧☀️🛁

Just off the bedroom you saw yesterday, this bathroom is purposefully designed to be easy and comfortable for the littles.
Fun blue tile AND ceiling? Yes. Big splashy bathtub with lots of light? Done. Playful art? Of course. And, a convenient step stool built right into the cabinetry (yes, it slides in and out just like a drawer! 🙌).

Our favorite might be... well, all of it 🤭 But, the two transom windows that flood room with the sunniest light make this room such a happy space.
Small spaces, with big impact- bringing ease, comfort, color, and joy to the everyday.

Take a tour at the link below:
https://www.catfrenchdesign.com/portfolio/durham-custom-contemporary

Photography:
Styling: .d

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Time to play ✨️🧸🚂This kids suite is full of thoughtful design. A hand-drawn custom bunk bed combo we had made just for t...
08/25/2026

Time to play ✨️🧸🚂

This kids suite is full of thoughtful design. A hand-drawn custom bunk bed combo we had made just for the space, cozy reading nooks, storage to tuck away toys, an art table, and a giant custom made magnet board to get creative (and show off our creations, of course!).
One of our favorite parts is the modular sectional, which can be rearranged to any configuration you like it. Super soft for snuggles, and super sturdy to handle big playing from the littles.

When we design a kids (or grandkids) room, we're thinking about comfort, play, and imagination right alongside function and aesthetics. We think forward to how it can bring them as much joy as possible, and craft a space where they will hopefully feel deeply, wonderfully at home.

More on this project at the link below. AND, look out for the bright, made-for-littles ensuite coming tomorrow 🎉
https://www.catfrenchdesign.com/portfolio/durham-custom-contemporary

Photography:
Styling: .d

The hangout room, the study space, and the retreat 🎧️🛹Designing rooms for the younger ones is (not so) secretly one of o...
08/20/2026

The hangout room, the study space, and the retreat 🎧️🛹

Designing rooms for the younger ones is (not so) secretly one of our favorite parts of this work. It's a unique kind of design challenge- how do we make it feel youthful in just the right ways, but still a space they can comfortably grow into over the years.

We love this room for it's light, serene feel and clean lines. The custom built-ins are the secret heroes of this room- creating SO much function and storage, and strategically tucked along the wall to keep the room feeling spacious.

For us, the real joy comes in finding all the different ways we can make the space unique to them. A retreat when they need it, a friend hangout when they want it. And most of all, a space that functions beautifully, with room for all their memories-in-the-making ::

See the full design at the link below:
https://www.catfrenchdesign.com/portfolio/chapelhill-midcentury

Photography:
Styling: .d

Transforming this space from an empty 2nd floor landing to an office, cozy library, and dedicated literary paradise ✨️If...
08/19/2026

Transforming this space from an empty 2nd floor landing to an office, cozy library, and dedicated literary paradise ✨️

If you've been following this Chapel Hill Mid-Century home, you know that these Tarheel Alums are AVID readers. They have books of every kind, every age, and every subject, from all over the world. Their house is filled with stories, and it brings them so much joy.

A huge part of this design was creating ways for their passion for reading to be a natural part of their home. In this 2nd floor loft space/landing, we saw a perfect opportunity for their books to take up residence in a way that felt intentional, collected, and cohesive- turning this into a space filled to the brim with purpose and enjoyment.

Wrap-around built-in shelves frame the space, surrounding a desk/workspace, a funky mid-century reading chair, and a plush chaise for those times when relaxing with a good book is the order of the day.
The footprint of this loft is small, but a meaningful design makes it a beautiful, multi-functional, cozy space that adds so much to the home.

Take a tour on the portfolio at the link below 🫶📖
https://www.catfrenchdesign.com/portfolio/chapelhill-midcentury

Photography:
Styling: .d

Almost back to school time, and the room is ready 📚️A new school year is one of our favorite times to refresh spaces, an...
08/18/2026

Almost back to school time, and the room is ready 📚️

A new school year is one of our favorite times to refresh spaces, and nothing is more fun than creating a joyful spot for the littles to call their own. In this historic Chapel Hill home, the goal was creating a room that felt playful, while still aligning with the historic character of this gorgeous 100+ year old cottage.

Stately stripes and classic navy paired with fun touches, furry friends, and of course, a bit of love for the home team 🐏
It's the mix of old and new, collected and playful that felt just right in this space.

Check out the full design on the blog here:
https://www.catfrenchdesign.com/cat-french-interior-design/blog/space-for-two-a-sweet-kids-bedroom-design

And take a tour of this historic Chapel Hill home on the portfolio here:
https://www.catfrenchdesign.com/portfolio/carolina-cottage

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410 Market Street, Suite 415
Chapel Hill, NC
27516

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Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
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