(INTERIOR) FOCUS

L.K. DeFrances & Associates is an award-winning interior design firm whose reputation is built on delivering interiors that are classic in style and modern in context.   LKD melds established design principles always noting today’s design trends in the details.

LKD believes a well-appointed room has a strong relationship between the architectural back drop and the furnishings it holds. LKD often employs the use of millwork, panel detail, texture and lighting in key areas to enhance this relationship. This unique focus makes the design process both exciting and engaging for the homeowner as well as the designer. .

Through training and experience, LKD is proficient in the skills required to navigate the hierarchy of decisions required on a new construction or renovation project. They understand how to prioritize and facilitate the decision process for the homeowner and keep them on pace with contractor schedules and the construction process.

All projects are a corroboration of the homeowner’s priorities and budget and the designer’s vision and inspiration for the best outcome. Through careful listening, LKD elicits the unique voice of the homeowner so the result is a reflection of visions that are hard to articulate but lie in the imagination of the mind and heart.

Principal

Design philosophy: Lisa K DeFrances knows from experience that employing classic design principals of scale and proportion, color balance and visual texture the home environment can be elevated for those who live there. Being both an internal and external experience, good design supports and ensures an individual proper rest, security, comfort and pleasure. Confronted daily with the demands of a quickly changing and stressful world, individuals need and want home to be a safe place to let their guard down, get re-centered and refocused on what is important to most: family, friends and spiritual well being.  Creating interiors that support these beliefs is LKD's primary goal on every project.

Lisa finds inspiration from the homeowner’s own style concepts, preferences, lifestyle and their understanding of their own likes and dislikes. This foundation forms a basis for the design narrative.

Background:  Formerly from Ohio, Lisa holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in interior design from Kent State University. She is the recipient of many design awards over the years.

Community Involvement:  Lisa’s commitment to excellence in the interior design field extends to her commitment to the local community. L.K. DeFrances & Associates has over the years supported:

  • Atlantic Classical Orchestra

  • The Humane Society

  • The Children’s Home Society

  • Hibiscus Children’s Home

CLIENT AND DESIGNER RELATIONSHIP

Each new project and relationship requires listening, asking questions and understanding what is important and unique to this family and to this time in their lives.   A “one size fits all” doesn’t conform with the heart of good design. Good design seeks to understand and respond to individual needs, wants and priorities.

After a brief phone interview, an initial in-office consultation will provide an opportunity to determine if both design aesthetic, personal approach and working arrangement are a fit for the homeowner and the designer. The next step will be understanding the scope and budget for the project so that a fitting Letter of Agreement can be provided along with a fee schedule for the project

LKD is committed to working with homeowners in a way that is comfortable to both parties.