Work That Begins with a Problem

and Ends with a Home That Finally Works

Every project in this portfolio started the same way — with a homeowner who knew something wasn't right but wasn't sure where to start. What you'll see here isn't just beautiful rooms. It's evidence of what happens when design is led by strategy, function, and a deep understanding of how people actually live.

A closer look at the spaces I've transformed.

Whether it’s reimagining an older home, designing a kitchen that supports everyday routines, or elevating a bathroom into a quiet moment of ease, my work centers on helping homeowners move into their next chapter with clarity and confidence.

Every project below began with one smart decision — choosing a designer who could guide the process, simplify the decisions, and bring their vision to life with intention.

A smiling woman with dark hair and a black and white patterned blouse, sitting in a room with built-in white shelves filled with decorative items.

2025 Junior League of buffalo
show house

A bedroom with purple walls, cream and pink bedding, a patterned armchair with a purple throw, a pink stool, box window with white curtains, a gold chandelier, green circular wall art, black nightstand, large black and white portrait.

A bedroom designed for restoration and emotional ease.

Location: Buffalo, NY
Project Type: Show House / Furnishings
Design Scope: Bedroom designed as a restorative retreat inside a historic Buffalo landmark

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2023 Junior League of buffalo
show house

A cozy living room corner with two plush beige chairs, a round gold coffee table, a large white vase with dried pampas grass on the table, a stack of books, and an abstract painting on a dark green wall. There is a black and white patterned throw on one chair and a pillow with a similar pattern on the other. A modern floor lamp with a white globe shade is beside one chair, and a framed photo of a man in a white frame is on the wall.

A modern take on elegance inside a Buffalo landmark.

Location: Buffalo, NY
Project Type: Show House / Furnishings
Design Scope : Contemporary living space balancing warmth with the architectural character of a historic home

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RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN REMODEL

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, black countertops, a stainless steel stove, gray backsplash tiles, and a colorful abstract art piece on the wall.

A kitchen reimagined for function, flow, and family life.

Location: Buffalo, NY
Project Type: Renovation
Scope: Full kitchen relocation, layout redesign, custom cabinetry, deck access improvement

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RESIDENTIAL BATHROOM REMODEL

A modern bathroom vanity with a white marble countertop, a black faucet, a potted aloe vera plant, soap dispenser, and a large round illuminated mirror. The vanity cabinet is made of light wood with black handles. The wall behind has a black accent wall and a white wall with an electrical outlet.

A bathroom designed for calm, comfort, and clarity.

Location: Buffalo, NY
Project Type: Renovation
Scope: Full bathroom transformation, layout correction, material selection, and finish refinement

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  • " Denine has helped to make our house feel more like a home."

    Vanessa Glushefski

  • "Denine is creative, resourceful, and simply delightful. I love working with her!"

    Vanessa Glushefski

Ready to Start Your Own Project?

Every project you've seen here began with one conversation — a Home Design Evaluation where we got clear on what the home needed and what the right path forward looked like.

If you're ready for that conversation, I'd love to hear about your home.

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