Ester White Gherea, founder of Gherea Studio, specializes in modern European design, offering renovations, styling, and staging to create efficient, cohesive, and stylish spaces in BC.
As an interior designer, one of my favorite challenges is this:
How can we make one room feel brand new—without tearing anything down or spending a fortune?
Have you ever walked into someone’s home and thought, “This feels like them”? Maybe it was full of bright colors and wild patterns, or maybe it was calm, soft, and cozy. That’s not just good decorating—that’s personality in design.
When people walk into a beautifully designed room, they often notice the big things first—the soft colors, the comfy couch, the way the sunlight hits the wall just right. But what they don’t see is where the real magic lives.
Let’s be honest: we all love a good “after” photo. The kind where the pillows are perfectly fluffed, the kitchen has zero dishes, and the sunlight is glowing just right.
When someone decides to decorate or renovate their home, they usually start with a dream—and a budget. Most people can’t do everything, so choices have to be made.
Have you ever walked into a beautiful hotel room and felt instantly relaxed, happy, even a little bit fancy? Like, just being in that space made you breathe a little deeper and stand a little taller?
In the world of interior design, we talk a lot about balance, proportion, and getting everything just right. But sometimes… the thing that makes a space truly special isn’t what’s perfectly placed.
