MAKS Design Studio

Bella is 7 and was diagnosed with optic glioma last year. She shares her room with her 9-year-old brother...and their wish lists couldn’t have been more different.

She loves pink and bunnies.
He loves blue and baseball.

Challenge accepted! We wanted to create a space that was special to both of them and reflected each of their personalities!

Mom's message made my heart full.

"I’ve never heard my kids ask me to go to bed before tonight! They were eager to get in their new beds... I can hear the quiet giggles through the walls and it melts my heart that you all brought joy to their faces."

Those quiet giggles? That’s why we do this.

So grateful to be part of Bella and her brother’s Special Spaces dream bedroom and to bring a little extra joy to their world!

Today’s Designer Spotlight features Angela Murphy of @maksdesignstudio ✨ Angela is shared her top 5 design insights and showed us why color should never be chosen in a vacuum. Swipe through to see her go-to Benjamin Moore colors, from the perfect adaptable neutral like Pale Oak to a bold, grounding green like Vintage Vogue. Read the full Q&A and get inspired for your next project here: https://jclicht.com/pages/designer-profile-meet-angela-murphy-of-maks-design-studio

Another dream space brought to life 💕✨

This Special Spaces makeover was created for sweet Emily, a bright and beautiful 3-year-old who has been battling cancer for half her life. She loves all things pink, fairy tales, and butterflies, and seeing her light up in her new princess-inspired room was pure magic. She truly shines in this space made just for her. 👑

Her brother Ryan, age 7, got a room that is completely out of this world 🚀🌙 Featuring a custom galaxy mural by and lots of astronomical touches. His new space is ready to launch him straight to the moon.

It’s always an honor to help create spaces filled with comfort, joy, and imagination for such incredible kids. 💖

Sweet Natalia is three years old and was diagnosed with Leukemia in June of last year. She shares a room with her parents and was ready to move up into a big girl bed. We created a soft pastel bedroom for her to grow into and her parents to share, along with a cozy reading nook perfect for snuggles, stories, and quiet moments together.

Her big brother Michael, 13, also received a room makeover designed around his favorite colors, green and blue, with subtle gaming-inspired touches.

Being part of these transformations with is always such an honor. Creating spaces that bring comfort, joy, and a little peace during incredibly difficult seasons is something that stays with you long after install day. 💫

I’m excited to share that JC Licht recently did a feature on my business, including a Q&A sharing more about my approach to interiors—how I design, what I prioritize, and how I help clients create spaces that truly feel like home.

Good design goes so much deeper than what you see at the end. It’s about understanding how you live, what matters to you, and creating something that feels both intentional and personal.

It’s always meaningful to step back and put words to the “why” behind the work—and I’m grateful to collaborate with a brand like JC Licht that values thoughtful design.

If you’ve been considering a project or want a better sense of what it’s like to work together, this is a great place to start!

https://jclicht.com/blogs/our-blog/designer-profile-angela-murphy-of-maks-design-studio
https://jclicht.com/pages/designer-profile-meet-angela-murphy-of-maks-design-studio

Another unforgettable makeover!

Oscar is 17 and was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in July of last year. As his needs changed, his bedroom was thoughtfully moved to the first floor, creating a space that could truly support him. Knowing his love for football (and especially the Cowboys), we leaned into those iconic colors to design a room that feels both comforting and inspiring...a place to rest, recharge, and heal.

And because every sibling deserves something special too, his 14-year-old brother Diego received a brand new bedroom of his own.

These spaces are so much more than rooms—they’re moments of joy, strength, and care during incredibly challenging times. Grateful to be a small part of it. ❤️

A little quiet on here lately because I’ve been busy behind the scenes working on some custom paintings✨

These home portraits were created to capture the memories of a place well loved, while celebrating a new beginning in a family's next home.

It’s such an honor to create pieces that carry stories forward.

Now booking custom home portraits. Send me a message if you’d like one of your own!

A Special Spaces makeover for three incredible kids !

For Bodie — an energetic, fun-loving 4-year-old who was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma in May. He loves building Legos — we created an inspiring space where imagination can run wild, creations can take shape, and there’s room to rest and recharge.
His sisters’ rooms were redesigned to reflect who they are:

📚 Riley wanted a soft, beachy-toned, calming space made for reading and relaxing.

🎨 Reese dreamed of soft pinks paired with bold, vibrant pops of color — full of personality and joy.
Both girls asked for cozy reading nooks… because sometimes the best escape is a good book.

This project is a reminder that cancer doesn’t just affect one child — it impacts the entire family. Creating spaces of comfort, creativity, and healing for all of them is what makes this work so meaningful.

In their mom’s words:
“We cannot thank you enough for the amazing experience you provided our children, especially Bodie, who has endured so much more than any child ever should. From the planning and vision boards, the the ex*****on, you made their bedroom dreams come true… Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for volunteering your time, energy, and efforts making this an unforgettable memory.”

I am so grateful to be part of something bigger than design — creating joy, comfort, and memories that last. 💫

Thank you Fresenius Kabi for your generous support and wonderful volunteers!

When green is your favorite color and the client says 'go for it'...I’m all in.
Cozy, moody, and perfectly tailored for this bachelor pad with rich greens, layered textures, and just the right amount of warmth to make it feel like home.

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