Around the Studio
A Polished Primary: Historic Home Bedroom Renovation
This light and airy primary bedroom in a renovated historic Chapel Hill home resonated with so many of you, and we could not love it more! So, we wanted to give it the moment it deserves here on the blog. Come with us to see the story behind this design, and stay to the end for the oh-so-satisfying before-and-after.
From Beige to Brilliant: CFD Featured in HD&D
We were so excited to have this artistic, art deco inspired home design featured in Home Design & Decor Triangle Edition. We loved this home and these clients so much, and transforming their home was full of creativity and connection. Their love of color and their deep ties to NC history and local art made it all the more exciting to create this unique home.
Follow Us to Market: Connecting with the Best of Design
High Point Market is a major touchpoint in the design world, and one that informs what happens in design throughout the rest of the year and beyond. We love Market for so many reasons- but the most important thing is that it is an important way that we can connect our clients to the best of the design world- the best quality, value, and craftsmanship that we can possibly provide to our clients comes through our relationship with vendors and artisans that we vet at market each year.
Award-Winning Design- The Forever Home
A forever home is on the wish list for many of our clients- a home ready for any phase of life, now and into the future. This Award-Winning custom home design was a deeply creative collaboration of the skills of Cat, the CFD Team, and Accredited Master Builder Chad Collins. A Certified Aging-In-Place Home, they crafted this beauty from the ground up, with a seamless fusion of architectural beauty and full accessibility.
Space for Two: A Kid’s Bedroom Design
This sweet kids’ bedroom design makes us think about how the right design can create a durable, beautiful, intentional, and FUN space for those much-loved littles. Whether it’s creating a landing place for your own kids or a special space for your grands, a kids’ bedroom that is created specifically for them can be some of the most impactful design in the whole home.
Design Sessions- Spaghetti Day at the Studio
Today we're giving an insider-look at something we've never shared before- the infamous "Spaghetti Day" at the studio. Our clients tell us over and over how much they love this part of the process, and it's one of our favorite ways to open the door to deep creativity and true personalization for each client. We'll show you the magic behind this unique monicker, and all the teamwork that goes into making this term synonymous with BIG design sessions at the CFD studio.
Symmetry: The Art Deco Primary Bath
Bold but subtle and full of stunning sleek symmetry, this primary bathroom is tucked inside a beautiful art deco-inspired Chapel Hill townhome design. As a complete renovation and redesign of this bathroom, we layered in stunning pattern-on-pattern features complemented by elevated cabinetry and hardware, together designed to create a visually rich primary retreat with a feel of elegance and a nod to the luxury-forward feel of the art deco style. And of course, it all came together with our signature CFD style of unassuming, quiet luxury that our clients have come to love so much.
Gathering Place: A Historic Dining Room
Go behind-the-scenes with Cat French Design and her team in this this bright, elegant formal dining room design, tucked into a completely restored historic Chapel Hill home.
From House to Home: A Historic Cottage Renovation
When our long-time clients approached us and asked if we could do a full renovation of this 1920’s historic cottage, we could not say yes fast enough. Come with us as we take you through the story and process of transforming this house into an inviting, joyful family home.
Bedroom in Blush - A Lush Primary Bedroom Retreat
Calm and relaxing but packed with beautiful details, this luxurious bedroom in blush and blues shows that a well- designed room can deliver big visual interest while still bringing a restful, retreat-like space. Nestled in a fabulous Chapel Hill townhome, this primary bedroom design is filled with luxe fabrics, gorgeous wallpaper, a light-filled sitting area, and an incredible custom- designed bed.
Elevated Powder Room Renovation
There is something so satisfying about a fresh and beautiful powder room renovation. Even as a smaller space, the powder room sees a lot of traffic, and as such, it’s often one of the most fun and rewarding transformations we can make in a home. As a frequented space for both homeowners and guests, the impact of great design in an elevated powder room goes far. Join us as we bring you in for a look at this powder room redesign in a gorgeous Chapel Hill townhome.
The Jewel Box: A Sitting Room Design
Vintage and classic in all the right measures, this art deco-inspired sitting room design speaks volumes to design impact. Using rich color was the key to creating a deep, dynamic, and absolutely stunning space. Nestled in a classic Chapel Hill townhome, this sitting room was part of a multi-room custom interior design that transformed the space from a blank slate into a jewel-box of color.
Deep Blues- The Musician’s Hideaway
Full of deep blue hues and so much gorgeous texture, The Musician’s Hideaway is a custom room design that’s as unique as it is stunning. Come with us to take a peek behind the scenes at this sophisticated, playful, and beautifully personal interior design space.
High Point Furniture Market Fall 2024
High Point Furniture Market is a well-known event- but what is it all about? Why do they call it the center of the design world? And most importantly: why do we go there? We are going to take you behind the curtain for all the details of this epic industry-only event, and what it means for us and our CFD clients.
Award-Winning Design: Best Major Renovation 2023 ROC Awards
This home redesign and renovation won two awards this past year- Best Major Renovation and Best Exterior Facelift from the Home Builders Association of Durham, Orange, and Chatham counties. The Remodelers Outstanding Construction Award (abbreviated ROC) is given by the Home Builders Association to celebrate outstanding renovation work. Join us as we take you on a tour through this gorgeous total home transformation and award-winning design, completed in collaboration with Trinity Design Build construction.
Rebecca Scott, Lead Interior Designer at Cat French Design
Hello from the Cat French Design studio! CFD happenings have been in full flow, and it’s high-time for an update. Let’s talk about what’s new, starting with our Lead Interior Designer, Rebecca.
Behind The Scenes: The Design Life
Today we’re talking about ALL things behind-the-scenes here in the CFD studio! As a team of creatives, there is never a dull moment and we’ve got all the latest happenings and going-ons to share. From new team members to a whole new website(!), we have so much to reveal and can’t wait to fill you in on the fun. 2023 is just around the corner, so join us as we recap the past year, welcome new changes, and bring you up to speed on our design life; behind the scenes!
Home Furnishings | Full-House Design
We believe that the most important choices are the most personal - in your own home - whether it's watching Netflix on the sofa or drinking coffee in your favorite chair each morning. Well-chosen furniture pieces can make or break how well our home functions. Creating a beautiful, cohesive full-home furniture design takes a home to the next level- making it a space you can love for a lifetime.
Redesigned | The Updated Bathroom
A beautiful, updated bathroom is on many a homeowner's wish list - and for good reason, too. Because although it may be a small space, an updated bathroom with a super clean, streamlined design can give the entire home a huge lift. Small space can still mean big impact if the design is right, and we are here for allll that strategic goodness.
Design Impact | Kitchen Renovation
A total kitchen renovation can completely change the feel of an entire home. When it comes to big design impact and high-function spaces, kitchen design can be that perfect sweet spot for making the most of your time and budget. And as designers, creating a complete transformation within an existing footprint brings in that good ole’ design challenge that you know we love to love here at CFD.