Designing in the In-Between: When Life Isn’t Quite Settled Yet

There’s this quiet pressure to wait.

To wait until the kids are older.
To wait until you can afford the “forever” furniture.
To wait until life calms down, or gets clearer, or feels more worth decorating.

But here’s the truth: most of life happens in the in-between.

In the house that isn’t your dream home.
In the rental you’re just passing through.
In the season of grief, or hustle, or caring for someone else more than yourself.

I’ve walked into so many homes where women say, “It’s just temporary…”
And I always think—but you still deserve beauty here.

Here’s how to design in the meantime:

1. Let your space serve your soul—not just the season

Don’t design around fear of mess. Design around how you want to feel.

Try this:

One cozy reading chair. A lamp with warm light. A blanket that says “sit here and rest for a minute.” These moments matter.

2. Curate small corners of peace

You don’t need to overhaul everything. Start with one area that feels like you.

Try this:

Your nightstand, your entry table, your favorite kitchen cabinet—edit it. Beautify it. Let it be a little altar to the life you’re building.

3. Use scent, sound, and texture to ground you

When you can’t control the big picture, control what you can. And your senses? They’re powerful.

Try this:

Light a candle. Put on music you love. Add a soft rug to your bedroom floor so the first step of the day feels intentional. These aren’t indulgences—they’re anchors.

4. Give yourself permission to make this home—even if it’s not forever

The pursuit of beauty isn’t frivolous. It’s hopeful.

And hope, my friend, is holy ground.

💬 Final Thoughts

Whether you’re designing a dream home or just trying to make dinner before bedtime, your space holds you. Let’s make sure it holds you well. Not later. Now.

👉 Ready to design something sacred in the middle of your “someday”? Let’s begin.