How did you end up in the design industry?
I started as a clinical dietitian for 10 years and decided to pursue design after starting a family. I always loved architecture and design, but never believed I could make it my profession. I went back to school and have thrived since.
What does your team look like?
It’s just me! I would love to grow in the next 1-3 years as projects demand.
Tell us about the project you're sharing.
For over a decade, the front rooms of my client’s suburban Maryland home went largely unused. With her children nearing adulthood, she wanted those spaces to reflect a new season centered on hosting, entertaining, and celebrating with friends.
The transformation begins in the parlor, where floor-to-ceiling built-ins painted in a bold, statement color create an instant focal point. Once a forgotten room, it now sets the stage for cocktail hours and card games. Across the hall, the dining room is anchored by a beloved family table from her childhood in Europe. Surrounded by vibrant color and fresh details, it strikes a welcoming balance between heritage and playfulness.
Just steps away, the powder bath continues the story: a jewel box of whimsy that extends the home’s palette of boldness and fun. Together, the three rooms mark an empty-nest transition celebrated with confidence, color, and joy.
What was involved in this project?
This was a two-room, full redesign featuring custom woodworking and all-new furnishings. I served as both designer and project manager for the project.
What's something you were really excited about creating for this project?
Designing cabinetry is one of my favorite aspects of interior design, and I knew the scale of this room could make built-ins challenging. I set out to create built-ins that could “do it all” by incorporating closed storage, angled book displays, and flexible open shelving. Wallpapering the back of the open sections lessened the pressure to fill every inch with books, allowing the pattern itself to serve as art. Now, the books most meaningful to my client sit open and inviting, welcoming you to interact with them from across the room.
Is there anything you changed about your business or processes as a result of this project?
This was the first project I had professionally photographed, and it became such a huge part of the storytelling for this project. I now make it a priority to budget for quality photography in all of my work.
What was your biggest learning from this project?
How custom work and antiques make the biggest difference in a pretty space vs one with soul.
Thank you Victoria Snelgrove for sharing more about your business and sharing this beautiful home with us! You can visit Wisteria on their website or Instagram.
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Photography: Brian Distad Photo, @briandistadphoto
Melissa Barrick Creative Co, @melissabarrickcreativeco
