Stones Design LLC

𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐨𝐥. 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲. 💧 ​

​A new speckled finish, deep navy tile, light grey coping, and one custom step detail made this Florida pool feel current again — without a rebuild.​

​Planning a change of your own? The consultation link is in the first comment.​

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𝐁𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐂, 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬. 👀​

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Cooler colors can make a Florida room feel lighter, calmer, and more breathable in summer.​

​Which room would you cool down first?​

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Florida pool decks have to do a lot: handle heat, water, grass, guests, pets, and summer evenings outside.​

​So when a backyard feels too hot, too messy, too dated, or unusable after sunset, it is usually not one big problem. It is often a few small design decisions working against the space.​

​The smartest fix may be simpler than you think: cooler materials, updated tile, cleaner borders, or better lighting.​

​What would you fix first in your pool area: heat, mess, dated tile, flow, or lighting?​

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Your backyard might be one of the most valuable rooms in your home—if it's designed to be used.​

​The best outdoor spaces aren't necessarily bigger. They're more comfortable, more functional, and designed around the way you actually live.​

​What's one thing that's keeping you from enjoying your backyard this summer?​

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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦?​

​Create one strong focal point. ​

​A textured natural stone wall behind a freestanding tub adds warmth, depth, and a spa-like feel without overwhelming the room. ​

​One wall is enough. That restraint is what makes it feel elevated. ​

​See the first comment to book a complimentary consultation.​

𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞. 𝐈𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭.​

​One thing I see all the time in Central Florida homes is the oversized platform tub — the one that takes up half the bathroom but rarely gets used.​

​It was a luxury feature years ago. Now, for many homeowners, it’s stealing space that could be used for better storage, easier walkways, or a vanity that actually supports two busy morning routines.​

​Removing it can make the entire bathroom feel bigger, calmer, and more functional without changing the footprint of the home.​

Sometimes the most beautiful update starts with letting go of the feature you’ve outgrown.​

​If this sounds familiar, I’ll put the consultation link in the comments!​
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This Memorial Day, we honor those who gave everything in service to our country.​

​From the Stones Design team, we’re grateful. Today and every day.​

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𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐦𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐤𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐰 — 𝐧𝐨 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭. 👀​

​Coffee maker, mail pile, fruit bowl, homework, mystery charger… whatever’s there, it counts. ​

​Here’s why I’m asking: the stuff that piles up usually tells me exactly where the kitchen layout is fighting real life. And the fix is rarely “just declutter.” ​

​Drop your counter photo in the comments — first 10 get one real design tip from me.​

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𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐇𝐮𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲! 🤗​

​If you’ve ever worked with a designer who helped you see your own home in a completely new way, talked you out of a decision you would have regretted, or turned a room you avoided into one you love — today’s the day to let them know.​

​A virtual hug counts. So does a referral. 😉​

​From the Stones Design team — we’re grateful for every homeowner across Central Florida who’s trusted us with their space. It’s the best job in the world.​

​Happy Hug Your Interior Designer Day to all our fellow designers out there!​

𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐤𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐨 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥.​

​It might just be working against you.​

​A kitchen can feel cramped when there’s no island, the cabinets are dark, or the space feels closed off from the rest of the home.​

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The good news? The fix isn’t always a full renovation. Sometimes one thoughtful change can make the room feel brighter, easier, and more connected.​

​Does your kitchen feel too small or awkward to use?​

​Comment below!​

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