Design-Build vs Traditional Contractor: Which Saves Denver Homeowners More Money

Michelle Cutter Design A man and woman sit on a sofa looking at a magazine together, smiling. Sunlight streams through the window with white shutters behind them. Interior Designer | Project Manager | Stylist Colorado

Design-Build vs Traditional Contractor: Which Saves Denver Homeowners More Money You are weighing two paths for your renovation. One hires a designer, an architect, and a general contractor as separate firms. The other hires a single design-build team to handle the whole arc. The choice shapes your budget, your timeline, and your stress level for […]

Marble vs Quartzite vs Granite Countertops for Busy Colorado Families

Michelle Cutter Design Modern kitchen with a long white island, four white bar stools, black faucets, wooden cabinets, and decorative vases with flowers. Ceiling lights hang above the countertop. Interior Designer | Project Manager | Stylist Colorado

Marble vs Quartzite vs Granite Countertops for Busy Colorado Families You have been staring at slab yards for weeks. Marble looks like a magazine. Quartzite gets pitched as the bulletproof alternative. Granite feels safe but dates the kitchen if you pick the wrong slab. Marble vs quartzite vs granite is the most-asked slab question on […]

Cultivating Gratitude for Your Home During the Holidays

Michelle Cutter Design A decorative centerpiece graces the table, featuring a ceramic vase of orange leaves, a smaller vase with white stems, a candle, and a glass-covered jar. This harmonious display invites holiday home gratitude against the backdrop of sleek black cabinets. Interior Designer | Project Manager | Stylist Colorado

Cultivating Gratitude for Your Home During the Holidays As we prepare our homes for the holidays, practicing gratitude for your home can bring a deeper sense of appreciation and contentment. Here are some meaningful ways to cultivate gratitude for your home: Reflect on Shelter and Safety Acknowledge the basic human need for shelter and how […]

Why General Contractors Are Not Designers: The Critical Role of Design in Successful Projects

Michelle Cutter Design Modern kitchen featuring a marble countertop with two gold pull-down faucets and black cabinetry. Interior Designer | Project Manager | Stylist Colorado

Why General Contractors Are Not Designers: The Critical Role of Design in Successful Projects In the world of construction, two key players often come into focus-general contractors and designers. While both are indispensable to a successful project, they serve distinct roles that are often misunderstood or conflated. A common misconception is that general contractors (GCs) […]

How to Select the Right Designer for You

Michelle Cutter Design Two women, including an interior designer from Highlands Ranch, conversing in a kitchen with a laptop on the counter, one seated and the other standing. Interior Designer | Project Manager | Stylist Colorado

You’ve saved, planned and waited and its finally time to launch your renovation project. You’ve also made the wise decision to hire a designer to spearhead your project. So how do you go about finding a designer that’s the right fit for you and your project? Hiring a designer for your renovation project is a […]