Elevating Your Home with Dedicated Wellness Spaces

Elevating Your Home with Dedicated Wellness Spaces As an interior designer, I am constantly observing how our relationship with our homes evolves. In recent years, and particularly as we move through spring—a season inherently linked to renewal—I have seen a significant shift in what clients consider essential. We are no longer just designing for aesthetics […]

Is Circadian Rhythm Lighting Worth the Investment for Your Home?

Is Circadian Rhythm Lighting Worth the Investment for Your Home? Lighting is the single most powerful tool in interior design, and it is the one we most consistently underestimate. We will spend weeks deliberating over the perfect shade of paint and invest significant sums in a beautifully crafted sofa, yet the quality of light that […]

Ideal Home Magazine- February 2026

Things You Can Do To make your home happier in 2026 I was recently featured in Ideal Home magazine, sharing my  insights on creating happier and healthier homes for 2026. In the article, “5 science-backed ways to make your home happier in 2026,” I discuss the profound impact of lighting and the psychological effects of […]

Beyond Space: Creating Extensions That Enhance Your Well-Being

Beyond Space: A Homeowner’s Guide to Wellness-Focused Extensions When planning a home extension, the primary focus is often on gaining square footage. We dream of larger kitchens, more spacious living areas, or an extra bedroom. But what if an extension could offer something more profound? What if it could become a dedicated space that actively […]

Medium Authority Magazine- January 2026

5 Things You Can Do To Help Your Living Space Spark More Joy I was delighted to share my expert insights on creating joy through interior design in an exclusive interview with Authority Magazine. In this feature, I reveal five transformative strategies for making your living space spark more joy, from maximizing natural light and […]

The Art of Giving: What Our Homes Teach Us After the Holidays

The Art of Giving: What Our Homes Teach Us After the Holidays The holidays have passed, the decorations are coming down, and your home is settling back into its everyday rhythm. But before you move forward into 2026, there’s something profound your home is trying to teach you about the art of giving—and it has […]

Now Is the Time: Why 2026 Is Your Year to Transform Your Home

Now Is the Time: Why 2026 Is Your Year to Transform Your Home As the year draws to a close, our thoughts naturally turn to the future. We set intentions, we make plans, and we dream of the possibilities that a new year holds. For many of us, those dreams are intrinsically linked to our […]

The Soul of a Home: How Circadian Lighting and Feng Shui Create Harmonious Spaces

The Soul of a Home: How Circadian Lighting and Feng Shui Create Harmonious Spaces For centuries, ancient wisdom has taught us that a home has a soul, an energy that profoundly impacts our well-being. In the practice of Feng Shui, this is the flow of chi, the life force that animates our surroundings. In our […]

A Sanctuary in the Making: Your Essential Guide to Renovating a Listed Building

A Sanctuary in the Making: Your Essential Guide to Renovating a Listed Building There is a certain magic to a listed building. It is a home that has stood the test of time, a silent witness to history, and a canvas for a new chapter—your own. At Katie Malik Design Studio, we believe that these […]

The Wellness ROI: How Circadian Lighting and Biophilic Design Are Transforming Home Values

The Wellness ROI: How Circadian Lighting and Biophilic Design Are Transforming Home Values In the world of luxury interior design, the definition of a truly exceptional home is undergoing a profound transformation. Beyond the scope of exquisite aesthetics and premium materials, a new benchmark has emerged: wellness. Today’s most forward-thinking homeowners and designers understand that […]