Liz Walton Home

After a long, snowy, and bitterly cold winter here in the Northeast, the promise of spring feels especially welcome this year.

Like many families, we spent much of the past few months hibernating a bit more than usual. Snow days meant cozy fires, cooking at home, and catching up on a few good books. Two that stayed with me were Broken Country by Leslie Hall and The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer, both thoughtful reminders of how important it is to create space for reflection and intentional living.

Winter often slows us down in the best possible way. And for me, that slower rhythm usually sparks something else: the desire for a spring reset at home.

After months spent indoors, the urge to declutter, refresh, and reimagine our living spaces feels energizing. But before the season fully begins, our family holds onto one last winter tradition.

Our Family Ski Trip to Beaver Creek

Each year, we travel to Beaver Creek, Colorado, one of our family’s favorite places.

There’s something special about returning somewhere that feels familiar and effortless. Beaver Creek has an incredible mountain, a wonderful food and arts scene, and a pace that allows our family to truly relax. Over the years, watching our children grow up skiing there has created some of our most meaningful family memories.

But what I appreciate most is the sense of disconnection it provides.

As a mom and founder, stepping away from the constant movement of everyday life is incredibly valuable. Riding up the mountain on the chairlift and hearing nothing but the hum of the lift creates a quiet stillness that’s hard to find elsewhere.

The clarity in those moments is deeply grounding.

Of course, my children might say their favorite part is something entirely different, the music the lift operators play at the base of the runs. It turns every stop into a little dance party before heading back up the mountain.

Those small moments tend to be the ones that stay with you.

The Rhythm of Motherhood and Entrepreneurship

Returning home always brings a quick shift back into the rhythm of everyday life.

Spring sports quickly fill our calendar again. Michael is balancing robotics and baseball, while Scarlett is playing volleyball and softball.

Like many working parents, my days often move between two very different roles.

In the morning, I might be coordinating carpools and getting the kids ready for school. A few hours later, I’m reviewing design plans, meeting with clients, or collaborating with contractors and vendors.

Learning to transition between motherhood and leadership is something I’ve become intentional about over the years.

For me, it begins with presence.

When I’m with my family, I try to be fully there. When I step into my role as founder of Liz Walton Home, I bring that same focus to our clients, our projects, and our partners.

There isn’t always perfect balance, but there is a rhythm that develops over time.

And interestingly, the two roles often strengthen one another. Motherhood teaches patience, empathy, flexibility, and perspective—qualities that are just as valuable in business as they are at home.

How Interior Designers Stay on Top of Industry Trends

One of the questions I’m asked most often is how interior designers stay current in an industry that evolves constantly.

Interior design sits at the intersection of architecture, art, fashion, travel, technology, and culture. Because of that, staying informed requires ongoing curiosity and education.

For me, it’s a combination of several things.

1. Reading Widely

I read often, both within the design world and beyond it. Books about leadership, business, creativity, and cultural shifts often provide insights that influence how we approach design projects. Some favorites include Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidar, and Everything is Figureoutable by Marie Forleo.

Good design is never created in a vacuum.

2. Attending Design Industry Shows

Whether it’s Highpoing Market, Déco Off, or KBIS,industry shows are one of the most valuable ways to see emerging materials, new collections, and product innovations firsthand.

Walking a showroom floor or meeting artisans in person offers a deeper understanding of craftsmanship and quality that you simply can’t experience online.

These events often spark ideas that eventually find their way into client projects months—or even years, later.

3. Lunch and Learns and Webinars

Another way I stay informed is through educational sessions hosted by manufacturers and design organizations.

Lunch and learns and webinars allow designers to explore new materials, fabrication techniques, and evolving best practices within the industry.

These sessions are often where we learn about the next generation of performance fabrics, sustainable materials, and technological advances that influence how homes function.

4. One-on-One Conversations with Industry Partners

But if I’m being honest, the most valuable insights often come from something much simpler.

Conversations.

Some of my most meaningful professional insights come from sitting down with industry partners, vendors, artisans, manufacturers, and fellow designers, and having honest discussions about the state of the business.

These conversations often cover everything from evolving business norms to predictions about where the design industry is heading.

Sometimes they even spark ideas for future collaborations or ventures.

Interior design is ultimately a collaborative field, and strong relationships with industry partners are essential to delivering exceptional work for clients.

A Spring Reset: Interior Designer Tips for Refreshing Your Home

Just as I value staying curious in my professional life, I find that spring invites a similar sense of renewal at home.

A seasonal home refresh doesn’t require a complete redesign. Often, small intentional changes can make a space feel lighter and more inviting.

Here are a few of my favorite spring home reset tips.

Edit Before You Organize

Before investing time in organizing, remove anything you no longer use or love. Editing first creates clarity and allows the remaining pieces to feel more intentional.

Rotate Seasonal Textiles

Swap heavier throws, pillows, and bedding for lighter fabrics and brighter tones. Linen, cotton, and softer textures instantly shift the mood of a room.

Refresh What You Already Have

Sometimes the most impactful change is simply rearranging what you own. Moving accessories, restyling bookshelves, or relocating artwork can make a room feel entirely new.

Clean the Details We Often Forget

Lampshades, cabinet fronts, light switches, and baseboards quietly collect dust but make a noticeable difference once cleaned.

Bring the Outdoors Inside

Fresh branches, greenery, or seasonal flowers instantly breathe life into a space. Nature is one of the simplest ways to refresh an interior.

Let Fresh Air Circulate

Opening windows and allowing fresh air to move through your home is one of the easiest ways to reset your space after winter.

Create One Calm Space First

If the entire house feels overwhelming, start with one room. Completing a single refreshed space often motivates the rest of the home to follow.

Welcoming the New Season

Spring is a season that invites movement again.

Longer days, fresh air, new ideas, and renewed energy after the quiet of winter.

For our family, it means busy schedules and sports practices. Professionally, it often brings a wave of creativity and inspiration for upcoming projects.

And while life moves quickly, I try to hold onto the stillness of those moments on the mountain: the hum of the chairlift, the crisp air, and the clarity that comes when we step away for a while.

Sometimes the best ideas begin in the quiet.