Interior Designer in Clarkston, Michigan
Spaces Interior Design provides personalized residential interior design services for homeowners throughout Clarkston, Michigan. From furnishing a single room to renovating an existing home or designing a custom residence, we create inviting interiors that feel cohesive, comfortable, and distinctly yours.
Our Lake Orion-based studio is conveniently located near Clarkston and serves clients throughout northern Oakland County.
Interior Design for Clarkston Homes
Every home and every client is different. Our approach begins with understanding your lifestyle, aesthetic preferences, and goals for the space. We then develop a design that balances beauty, comfort, and function while feeling distinctly yours.
Clarkston is known for its wooded surroundings, scenic lakes, established neighborhoods, and historic small-town character. The area includes everything from charming older residences and updated family homes to lakefront properties and expansive custom builds.
These homes often feature distinctive architectural details, generous gathering spaces, and strong connections to the outdoors. Through thoughtful space planning, materials, furnishings, lighting, cabinetry, and finishing details, we create interiors that complement both the home and its setting.
Whether you are renovating a home that no longer reflects your style, furnishing a recently purchased property, or beginning a custom build, we establish a clear vision and carry it through every stage of the project.
Our Yosemite project is a great example of our work in the Clarkston area. This main level transformation focused on improving flow, enhancing lighting, and layering thoughtful details throughout the home. The result is a home that feels purposeful, inviting, and perfectly suited to the way our clients live. View More Projects
Our Services
New Construction + Renovations
Our full-service design process supports every phase of your project, from initial schematic concepts and space planning to a comprehensive design plan and construction documentation. We review architectural drawings, collaborate with the construction team, and guide selections for exterior and interior materials, custom cabinetry, furnishings, fixtures, millwork, and wall coverings. From concept through installation and final styling, every detail is thoughtfully managed to create a seamless and cohesive finished space.
Home Furnishings
This service is designed for projects that include three or more rooms, with support in selecting color palettes, furnishings, artwork, textiles, window treatments, and wall coverings. We also source custom and trade-only pieces, manage tracking, delivery, and inspection, and complete the process with installation and final styling for a polished, cohesive result.
Designed for How You Live
Clarkston homes range from charming historic residences and lakefront properties to established family homes and expansive custom builds. Many feature generous kitchens, home offices, finished lower levels, outdoor living areas, and inviting spaces designed for gathering with family and friends.
Regardless of size or architectural style, a home can feel disconnected when finishes and furnishings are selected one decision at a time. We establish a cohesive design direction early so that colors, materials, cabinetry, lighting, and furniture work together throughout the home.
The result is a layered, personal interior that feels timeless rather than overly decorated or driven by short-lived trends.
Why Clarkston Clients Choose Spaces
• Personalized, boutique interior design experience
• Full-service support from concept through installation
• Experience collaborating with architects, builders and trades
• Access to custom furnishings, skilled artisans and trade-only resources
• Fresh, timeless interiors created around each client
• A thoughtful process designed to reduce stress and uncertainty
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Spaces Interior Design is based in Lake Orion and works with clients throughout Oakland County and the greater Metro Detroit area.
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We specialize in new construction, extensive renovations and complete furnishing projects involving three or more rooms. Each potential project begins with a consultation to determine whether our services and process are the right fit.
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For new construction or major renovations, we recommend involving an interior designer as early as possible. Early collaboration allows important decisions involving layouts, cabinetry, lighting, materials and architectural details to be considered before construction begins.
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Yes. We regularly collaborate with architects, builders, contractors, workrooms and skilled trades. Our role is to help maintain a cohesive design vision and provide the information needed to execute the approved design.
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Every project is different. Design services are billed at an hourly rate, with projected hours based on the anticipated scope. Furnishing projects also require a minimum furnishings investment. After the consultation, you’ll receive a customized proposal outlining scope, fees and the next steps.
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Our Process
Our design process is created to make each step clear, collaborative, and enjoyable from the very beginning. By guiding you through discovery, concept development, design and implementation, we help remove the overwhelm and ensure every decision feels intentional. The result is a seamless experience that brings your vision to life with clarity, confidence, and care.
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Every great design begins with understanding you. We start with a conversation to learn about your goals, lifestyle, and vision. Together, we’ll talk through how you use your home, your aesthetic preferences, and what you hope to achieve.
You’ll receive:
A clear proposal outlining scope, budget, and timeline.
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This is where ideas take shape. We translate your vision into a cohesive design concept, complete with mood boards, color palettes, and inspiration imagery. You’ll see early layouts and style directions that capture the look and feel of your new space.
You’ll Receive:
A creative concept presentation for review and feedback.
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Once the direction is set, we refine the detail, from materials and finishes to furnishings, lighting, and custom features. We’ll present detailed drawings, renderings, and curated selections that bring your vision to life, all aligned with your goals and budget.
You’ll Receive:
A full design presentation with drawings, materials, and pricing details.
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Bringing your design to life. From the first coat of paint to the final fixture installation, we oversee every detail of the construction and installation phase. We collaborate closely with builders and trades to ensure everything aligns with the approved design.
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Regular updates and on-site check-ins throughout the build.
The Investment
No two projects are alike, which means pricing can only be determined once we’ve had a chance to understand your needs in detail. Our design services are billed at an hourly rate, with projected hours estimated based on comparable projects. As we focus on designing complete, cohesive spaces, a minimum furnishings investment is required for each project. Following our initial consultation, we’ll provide a formal Design Proposal that includes a detailed scope of work tailored to your home.