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Wanda S. Horton Interior Design

For over thirty years, Wanda S. Horton Interior Design has created refined residential spaces across the Charlotte Metro area that stand the test of time.

We believe true luxury lies in the thoughtful balance of beauty and purpose. www.wandashorton.com - From artfully planned spaces to finishing touches, we create environments that welcome, restore and inspire.

11/01/2026

Sometimes, a smaller project can make the biggest difference in how a space looks, feels, and functions.

Swipe to see the before of this once-underutilized corner of an upstairs bonus room in our Project Longview.

The original layout had a few challenges. The entrance to the existing bar was closed off, and two different flooring materials interrupted the room's visual flow. It was a space with potential, but one that wasn't working nearly as well as it could.
With overnight guests staying on the upper level, we envisioned a convenient place for them to enjoy their morning coffee or unwind privately at the end of the day.

The solution? A thoughtfully designed mini kitchen, minus the range and oven, but with plenty of amenities! A microwave drawer, undercounter refrigerator, dishwasher drawer, and sink make it easy to enjoy the space without repeated trips downstairs. Generous upper cabinetry provides storage for dishes, glassware, and snacks, while a peninsula creates a comfortable spot to pull up a chair.
By reworking the layout and creating a continuous flooring surface, the entire room feels more cohesive and inviting.

As it turns out, the bonus wasn't just for the guests! The homeowners have found themselves enjoying the space just as much, and it's become one of their favorite places in the house.

Putting together the pieces of a design puzzle has always been one of the favorite parts of what I do. Finding solutions to the challenges a space presents, while making the finished result beautiful, functional, and enduring.

Because good design isn't always about doing more. Sometimes, it's simply about making what you have work better.
Wanda S. Horton Interior

Thoughtful design for the way you live.

10/31/2026

𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗴𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻.
Designed ten years ago, this dining room feels just as relevant today as it did when it was first completed. Rich brown wood tones, natural textures, traditional detailing, and a warm, inviting palette are once again taking center stage in interior design.
But here's the thing about timeless design: these elements never really went out of style.
Trends may come and go, but a thoughtfully designed home should evolve gracefully through the seasons and the years, without feeling dated or needing to be reinvented.
For over thirty years, that philosophy has been at the heart of our work.

𝗪𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲.
And speaking of the future, 2027 is just around the corner! If a thoughtfully designed home is part of your plans for the new year, we'd love to join the conversation. We're now scheduling 2027 design consultations.

𝑾𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒂 𝑺. 𝑯𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒐𝒏 𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒐𝒓 𝑫𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒈𝒏
Wanda S. Horton Interior Design-Charlotte, NC

10/15/2026

'Tis the season!

Though I'll be away from my desk, I'll check in at the end of the day to post lovely market finds.

And sitting. Lots and lots of test sitting to find the most comfortable seats in the house, for your house!

09/12/2026

Some of the best porch-sitting days are ahead.

If you live in the South, you know what I mean! The muggy weather gives way to some crisp breezes, and the air just seems fresher. The bugs start to hibernate, though screen porches can help keep them from making unwelcome visits.

If you're fortunate enough to have space for a fireplace, you can even stretch the seasonal seating around to stay cozied up until the coldest of days! Add a TV for game days, and you're all set.
In this client's project from a few years ago, we made sure the furnishings were as comfortable as what they have indoors.

It's our version of a "bonus" room. Not over the garage, but nestled in nature. A lovely place to be, indeed!

09/07/2026

"Many hands make light work." - John Heywood

Beautiful interiors don't come together without talented people behind the scenes. From installers and craftspeople to the trusted professionals who help bring our designs to life, I'm grateful for the skill, care, and hard work they bring to every project.

This Labor Day, we're celebrating the people whose talent and dedication make every finished space possible!

09/05/2026

Though fall is a few weeks away, summer's still weighing in with its last blast of warmth.

We combined both the cool and cozy in our clients' lake home project. The view isn't too bad, either!

Interested in how to create a more personal, finished space? Be sure to read our recent blog post, The Value of a Finished Room: https://wandashorton.com/blog/thevalueofafinishedroom

08/28/2026

𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺, 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲

My favorite projects are the ones that feel collected, where new additions, like the built-in we created for this casual dining spot, live comfortably alongside previously loved furnishings and accents that bring a sense of history and lived-in ease.
A home doesn’t need to be filled with all-new things to feel beautifully considered. Often, it’s the pieces gathered over time, the ones with a story, a memory, or simply a little age, that give a room its personality.

That’s part of the thinking behind our 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺, 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲.

Rather than feeling as though everything has to be redone at once, we can give one room our attention, considering what’s already there, what deserves to stay, what may be missing, and what new additions could bring it all together.

Because meaningful change doesn’t necessarily mean starting over. Sometimes it simply means seeing what you already have with fresh eyes and knowing what to add next.

I’ve shared more about this approach on the website if you’d like to take a look. It’s part of our 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹-𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 approach to creating a home that feels complete, one room at a time.

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05/04/2026

Sharing an important announcement in my latest newsletter. It's sabbatical season. The link is in the comments, below.

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