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How We Furnished a Luxury Scottsdale Condo Before Our Clients Ever Stepped Inside

How We Furnished a Luxury Scottsdale Condo Before Our Clients Ever Stepped Inside

by | Apr 15, 2026 | Modern Interior Design Ideas, Scottsdale Interior Design Projects

2 min readApril 2026
Furnishing a luxury condo in Scottsdale is a different challenge from furnishing a single-family home. The scale is tighter, every piece carries more visual weight, and the relationship between furniture, light, and space is less forgiving. A sofa that would disappear into a large great room defines the entire living area of a 2,000-square-foot condo. Getting the scale right is not optional , it is the difference between a space that feels tailored and one that feels either cramped or underfurnished.
As a luxury interior design firm in Scottsdale AZ, we have furnished condos throughout the city for clients ranging from primary residences in luxury high-rises to second homes used for part of the year, to investment properties being prepared for the short-term rental market at the highest tier. Each scenario requires a different prioritization, but the underlying discipline is the same: every piece needs to earn its place, every finish needs to read as intentional, and the overall effect needs to feel like a complete, considered environment rather than a collection of furniture.

Starting With the Right Scale

The most common mistake in condo furnishing is defaulting to furniture sized for a larger space. Oversized sectionals that block traffic flow, dining tables with too many leaves for the room, king beds in bedrooms with three feet of clearance on each side. These are all signs of furnishing by category , buying what the room is supposed to have , rather than by space planning.
On every condo project, we start with a precise floor plan and block in the furniture to scale before any purchasing decisions are made. This is not optional. A piece that looks right in a showroom may reduce the effective circulation in a condo living room to nothing. Working from plans prevents purchases that need to be returned or replaced after delivery , which is a real cost, and a real source of client frustration, that proper planning eliminates.

Material and Finish Selection at the Luxury Tier

In a luxury condo, the materials carry the design. You do not have the architectural drama of a vaulted ceiling or the landscape connection of a great room with mountain views. What you have is the quality of the surfaces, the precision of the upholstery, and the thoughtfulness of the objects in the space. This is where investment in material quality pays off most visibly.
For Scottsdale luxury condo projects, we typically specify natural stone surfaces wherever the floor plan allows , a stone-topped kitchen island, marble or quartzite in the primary bath, natural stone in the entry. We source upholstered pieces from vendors whose fabrication quality will hold up to the scrutiny a smaller space invites. We treat hardware, lighting, and plumbing fixtures as design statements rather than afterthoughts, because in a tight footprint every element is visible.
The palette tends toward warm neutrals anchored by natural materials , the same transitional vocabulary that characterizes most of our work in this market. In a condo, this palette has the added advantage of making the space feel larger while maintaining warmth. Busy patterns or strong color in a small space tend to make it feel smaller and more dated faster.

The Furnishing-Only Project vs. the Full Renovation

Some of our condo clients come to us with a newly purchased unit that needs furnishing but no structural changes. Others come to us with a unit that needs both renovation and furnishing as a combined scope. The process differs, but the end goal is the same: a fully realized, styled, move-in-ready home where every layer , architecture, finishes, furniture, lighting, and accessories , reads as intentional and cohesive.
For furnishing-only projects, we provide full-service procurement: we source every piece, manage vendor relationships, coordinate delivery and installation, and handle the final styling. Clients do not need to manage a single purchase order. For renovation-and-furnishing projects, the same team that designed the renovation executes the furnishing, so the finishes and the furniture are specified with each other in mind from the beginning. That integration shows in the final result in a way that is hard to achieve when the renovation and the furnishing are handled by separate parties.

Our clients for this condo project were not going to be on-site during the process. They trusted us to source, specify, and install everything before they arrived. That level of trust comes from a very clearly defined scope and a team that knows how to execute independently. The result was a fully furnished, styled home ready to live in from day one. , Lauren Lerner

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What a fully designed and furnished space looks like at reveal:

Frequently Asked Questions

Can an interior designer furnish your home before you move in?

Yes. Full-service interior designers handle procurement, delivery, and installation of all furnishings, so a home can be completely ready before you arrive. This is particularly common for second homes, relocation projects, and clients with demanding schedules who do not want to be present for every delivery.

What is a full-service furnishing package?

A full-service furnishing package covers everything from furniture selection and procurement through delivery coordination, installation, and final styling. The designer manages all vendor relationships, handles damage claims, and ensures every piece is placed and styled correctly before the reveal.

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If your Scottsdale condo needs more than furnishing and involves any construction or finish work, read about how we handle both design and construction under one roof. For a full picture of what a luxury furnishing or renovation project costs in this market, our interior design cost guide includes real project numbers including a furnishing-only condo scope very similar to this one. You can also read more about our Scottsdale interior design services and how we work with out-of-state buyers.

Lauren Lerner, principal interior designer at Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner

Principal Designer, Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner is a luxury interior designer based in Scottsdale, AZ and the founder of Living with Lolo. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Vogue, Martha Stewart Living, The Wall Street Journal, and GQ. She specializes in high-end residential design across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro area.

Living with Lolo is Hiring a Construction Project Manager in Scottsdale, AZ

Living with Lolo is Hiring a Construction Project Manager in Scottsdale, AZ

by | Apr 15, 2026 | Interior Design Tips, Modern Interior Design Ideas, Scottsdale Interior Design Projects

11 min readApril 2026

We Are Hiring a Construction Project Manager in Scottsdale, AZ

Living with Lolo is a luxury interior design and construction firm based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Since 2017, we have built a reputation for doing something most firms in the Phoenix metro area cannot: we hold both an interior design credential and an active Arizona Registrar of Contractors general contractor license under one roof. That means our clients get a fully integrated design and build experience from the first concept through the final walkthrough.

We are growing and we are looking for a Construction Project Manager in Scottsdale to grow with us.

What Makes This Role Different From Other Construction Jobs in Scottsdale

This is not a typical construction PM position in the Phoenix metro area. You will not be handed off between a designer and a separate GC. At Living with Lolo, design and construction work together from day one. You will be embedded in that process, managing luxury residential projects across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and the greater Phoenix metro area</a>, and working directly with our design team to make sure every build reflects the standard our clients expect.

Our projects typically range from $150,000 to over $1 million. Our clients are discerning, our standards are high, and the work is genuinely interesting.

Modern kitchen with black cabinets, a large island topped with a white countertop, four wooden stools, and a potted plant centerpiece—Living with Lolo.

Brandie R.

Director of Construction, Living with Lolo, Scottsdale AZ
★★★★★

"I love working at Living with Lolo because there's a level of trust here that you don't find everywhere. We're given the autonomy to make decisions, move quickly, and figure things out without layers of red tape. It's a team of genuinely driven people who just own what they do, and getting to see a space fully come to life for a client, and their reaction to it, never gets old."

What You Will Do

You will manage all phases of luxury residential construction projects in Scottsdale and the surrounding Phoenix metro area from pre-construction planning through final completion. That includes budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor management, client communication, quality control, and site safety. You will work inside our project management systems, Buildertrend and Airtable, and you will have a direct hand in refining the processes and workflows that support our growth.

A few things that set this role apart from a standard construction PM position in Arizona: you will collaborate with our design team during pre-bidding to make sure selections are cost-aligned and technically feasible before a single material is ordered. You will manage a structured A/B/C trade tier system. And you will have real input into how we build and improve our construction operations over time.

Sara M.
Interior Designer, Living with Lolo, Scottsdale AZ
★★★★★

"I love working at Living with Lolo because we all share the same passion and end goal, which is to create and expertly execute designs for our clients homes so they can make lasting memories with their families. Working here is different from anywhere I've ever worked because Lauren is always looking to improve our systems and processes and actually follows through with urgency. This translates into our team's voices being heard and seeing something actually get done about our feedback. Simply put, LWL is truly an incredible place to work."

What We Offer

We built our benefits around how people actually want to work.

  • Unlimited paid time off and flexible hours. We care about results, not face time.
  • Remote work options. Not every day needs to be on site for a meeting.
  • Wellness reimbursement. We want our team healthy and taken care of.
  • 401k with company match. We invest in your future.
  • Opportunities to invest in our real estate development projects. This one is rare. Through our sister company, team members have the opportunity to invest alongside us in luxury residential development projects in the Scottsdale and Phoenix market.

Most construction jobs in Arizona do not come with wealth-building access like this.

 

Debra S.
Construction Project Manager, Living with Lolo, Scottsdale AZ
★★★★★

"What I enjoy most is that no two days are the same and I'm trusted to actually run my projects, not just manage tasks or a schedule. I love problem solving in real time and helping bring really thoughtful designs to life. Living with Lolo is different because the level of design and attention to detail is so high, it pushes you to do better work, and the collaboration between design and construction means everyone is aligned to create something that really feels special."

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Who We Are Looking For

You have experience managing luxury residential construction projects in the Scottsdale or Phoenix metro area. You are organized, direct, and you take ownership. You understand that communication is as important as execution on high-end projects. You are comfortable working inside systems and also comfortable telling us when a system needs to be better.

If you have experience with Buildertrend and Airtable, that is a plus. If you do not, you are willing to learn fast.

About Living with Lolo

Living with Lolo was founded in 2017 by Lauren Lerner in Scottsdale, Arizona. We are a full-service luxury interior design and design-build firm with an active Arizona ROC general contractor license, a nine-person team, and a portfolio of completed projects across Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. Our work has been recognized by KBB, Houzz, Inc. Magazine, and Southwest Inc. Magazine.

We are not a volume builder. We care deeply about design, craftsmanship, and the people we work with, including the ones on our team.

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To apply for the Construction Project Manager position at Living with Lolo in Scottsdale, visit the link below.

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A living room with a curved white fireplace, large TV above, beige armchairs, potted plant, and windows with brown Roman shades. — Living with Lolo.

Molly O.
Executive Assistant, Living with Lolo, Scottsdale AZ
★★★★★

"I enjoy working at Living with Lolo because of the flexibility and hybrid work environment. I also really enjoy how collaborative the team is and how we all come together to bring our clients' projects to life."

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of projects will I manage at Living with Lolo?

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You will manage luxury residential construction projects in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and the greater Phoenix metro area. Projects typically range from $150,000 to over $1 million and involve close collaboration with our interior design team from pre-construction through final completion.

Is Living with Lolo a licensed general contractor in Arizona?

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Yes. Living with Lolo holds an active Arizona Registrar of Contractors general contractor license in addition to our interior design credential. This dual license structure is rare among design firms in the Scottsdale market and is central to how we deliver fully integrated design and build projects.

What makes Living with Lolo different from other design build firms in Scottsdale?

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Most firms either design or build. Living with Lolo does both under one roof with a single team, a single point of accountability, and an active Arizona ROC license. That means our Construction Project Manager works alongside designers from the very beginning of a project, not after decisions have already been made.

Does Living with Lolo offer remote work for the Construction Project Manager role?

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Yes. While the role requires on-site presence for project management, we offer flexible and remote work options for administrative and planning work. We also offer unlimited paid time off, wellness reimbursement, and a 401k with company match.

How do I apply for the Construction Project Manager position at Living with Lolo?

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You can apply by visiting the application link on this page. We review all applications and respond to qualified candidates within a reasonable timeframe.

Where is Living with Lolo located and what areas do you serve?

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Living with Lolo is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona and serves clients across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and the greater Phoenix metro area. We have been operating since 2017 and have completed luxury residential projects throughout the region.

Living with Lolo is a licensed interior design and design-build firm serving Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro area. Arizona ROC License 347577. 

Why Hiring a Licensed General Contractor and Interior Designer in Scottsdale Is the Smartest Decision You Can Make for Your Home

Why Hiring a Licensed General Contractor and Interior Designer in Scottsdale Is the Smartest Decision You Can Make for Your Home

by | Apr 4, 2026 | Interior Design Tips, Modern Interior Design Ideas, Scottsdale Interior Design Projects

3 min readApril 2026
When a major home renovation goes sideways in Scottsdale, there is almost always a version of the same story behind it. The homeowners hired a great designer and a separate general contractor, the two did not communicate well, decisions made during design did not account for construction realities, and the project ended up costing more and taking longer than anyone planned. This is not a rare occurrence. It is the default outcome when design and construction operate as separate businesses with different incentives.
Hiring a firm that holds both an interior design credential and an active Arizona contractor license changes that dynamic entirely. Here is why it is the most important decision you will make before a renovation starts.

Two Separate Firms Create Two Separate Sets of Problems

When you hire an interior designer and a general contractor as separate vendors, you become the project manager by default. Design decisions, change orders, material lead times, subcontractor schedules, permit status, and budget tracking all pass through you. Both firms are accountable to you individually, but neither is accountable to the other. That gap is where cost overruns and schedule delays live.
The designer specifies a custom tile that arrives eight weeks after it was supposed to. The GC charges for idle crew time. The homeowner absorbs the cost and the stress. This is not a failure of either firm individually. It is a structural problem with a model that separates two functions that should be integrated.

What a Licensed Design-Build Firm Actually Controls

When a single firm holds both the design credential and the contractor license, every decision gets made with full awareness of both sides. A designer who is also the GC knows whether a specification is buildable, what it will cost in labor, how it will affect the project timeline, and whether a better alternative exists at a lower cost or faster lead time. That knowledge does not exist in a siloed design practice.
At Living with Lolo, Scottsdale's licensed interior designer and general contractor, Lauren Lerner LLC holds ROC 347577, an active Arizona Registrar of Contractors general contractor license, alongside full interior design services. This means one firm designs the space, pulls the permits, manages the subcontractors, and oversees installation through completion. One contract. One point of accountability. One team that is responsible for the full outcome.

The Real Cost of Hiring Separately

Clients who hire separately often discover that the cost savings they expected from using a leaner design-only firm do not materialize. The GC charges a markup on materials. The designer charges for time spent coordinating with the GC. When a design decision requires a construction change, both firms bill for the revision. The coordination overhead is real and it accumulates across a multi-month project.
An integrated firm eliminates that overhead. Design and construction decisions are made together. Procurement is managed from one ledger. Change orders are handled internally rather than negotiated between two separate contracts. For a project in the $400,000 to $1.2 million range, the difference in coordination efficiency represents a meaningful number.

What the License Actually Means in Arizona

An Arizona ROC (Registrar of Contractors) general contractor license is not a business registration or a trade certification. It requires demonstrated financial stability, a passing score on a licensing examination, proof of insurance, and compliance with Arizona state law for all residential and commercial work. Licensed contractors in Arizona are accountable to the ROC for workmanship, code compliance, and consumer protection.
When you hire an unlicensed contractor or a design firm that partners with unlicensed labor, you lose those protections. In Arizona, homeowners who work with licensed contractors have recourse through the ROC's recovery fund if work is found to be defective or incomplete. That protection does not exist with unlicensed work. For a project in a high-value home in Paradise Valley or Scottsdale, the license is not a bureaucratic detail. It is a substantive protection for your home and your investment.

How the Integrated Model Works in Practice

The first meeting with Living with Lolo covers both design vision and construction scope. Before any design work begins, the team identifies what structural changes are required, what permits will be needed, and what the realistic cost envelope looks like for the full project. Clients leave the first meeting with a clear picture of what they are actually signing up for, not a design concept that will need to be re-evaluated once a GC gets involved.
From there, the project moves through design development, permit submission, construction, and final furnishing and installation as a single continuous workflow. No handoff between firms. No translation of design intent into construction language. The team that designed the space builds it. That integration is what makes the difference between a project that finishes on time and on budget and one that does not.
If you are planning a major renovation in Scottsdale or Paradise Valley and want to understand how an integrated design-build approach would work for your specific project, you can review the Living with Lolo process or book a consultation directly.

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In over a decade of working in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Arcadia, I have seen what happens when the design and construction sides do not communicate with each other, and I have seen what is possible when they work as one. My work has been featured in Architectural Digest and House Beautiful for exactly this kind of integrated approach. This post explains why it matters and how to find a firm that actually does it well. Lauren Lerner, Living with Lolo

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See how we think through every detail for our clients:

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a design-build firm?

A design-build firm handles both interior design and licensed general contracting under one roof. You work with one team from concept through final installation rather than managing two separate firms.

Is it better to hire a GC and interior designer separately?

Most clients find that separate firms create communication gaps, budget surprises, and longer timelines. When both work for the same firm, decisions happen faster and accountability is clear.

Does Living with Lolo handle both design and construction?

Yes. Living with Lolo is a full-service interior design and licensed general contracting firm based in Scottsdale, serving Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro area.

What is the benefit of one firm handling both?

The design intent is preserved through every phase. No handoff between firms, no translation loss, no gap in accountability. Timelines and budgets are more predictable because the same team managing the specifications manages the build.

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Lauren Lerner and the Living with Lolo team work with clients across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro area.

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Lauren Lerner, principal interior designer at Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner

Principal Designer, Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner is a luxury interior designer based in Scottsdale, AZ and the founder of Living with Lolo. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Vogue, Martha Stewart Living, The Wall Street Journal, and GQ. She specializes in high-end residential design across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro area.

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How Much Does Luxury Interior Design Cost in Scottsdale

How Much Does Luxury Interior Design Cost in Scottsdale

by | Apr 4, 2026 | Interior Design Tips, Modern Interior Design Ideas, Scottsdale Interior Design Projects

19 min readApril 2026
Luxury interior design in Scottsdale costs $15,000 to $75,000 or more in design fees alone, with total project investment typically ranging from $80,000 to over $1.2 million depending on scope. In Scottsdale and Paradise Valley, where project scopes tend to run larger and finish quality expectations run higher than national norms, the honest answer is that luxury interior design fees are real and they add up quickly. This guide explains how design fees are structured, what actual project costs look like across different scopes, and where clients most often miscalculate their budgets.

First, What Are You Actually Paying For?

When you hire a luxury interior design firm in Scottsdale, the fee covers more than taste and furniture selection. A full-service engagement includes space planning, finish specification, furniture selection and custom fabrication sourcing, finish material selection for cabinetry, countertops, tile, and flooring, lighting design, procurement management, vendor coordination, and project oversight through installation.
For luxury interior designers in Scottsdale that also hold a general contractor license, such as Living with Lolo, the fee structure also covers construction oversight, subcontractor coordination, permitting, and site management. This integrated model means a single contract governs both the design and the build, which changes how fees are structured compared to a design-only firm.

How Luxury Interior Design Fees Are Structured in Scottsdale

Design firms in the Scottsdale market use several different fee structures. The most common approaches are a flat project fee, an hourly rate, a percentage of project cost, or some combination of these. Each has implications for how the project gets managed and what the final number looks like.
A flat project fee is negotiated upfront and covers a defined scope of services. This structure works well when the project scope is clearly defined before work begins. An hourly model charges for time spent, which can make total fees unpredictable for complex projects. A percentage-of-project-cost model ties the design fee to the total budget, typically ranging from 10 to 20 percent of the overall construction and furnishings budget. For a $500,000 project, that means a design fee between $50,000 and $100,000 before a single piece of furniture is purchased or a contractor is hired.
At Living with Lolo, the fee structure is transparent and scoped to the project from the start. Clients know what design services cost, what the procurement process looks like, and what the construction budget envelope is before any work begins. At Living with Lolo, design fees start at $3,500 per room, and furnishing projects have a $75,000 minimum per project. If you want to understand what that looks like for your specific project, you can book a consultation here.

Real Project Cost Examples

Numbers without context are not very useful, so here is what actual project investment looks like across different scopes in the Scottsdale and Paradise Valley market.
A primary suite redesign that includes new flooring, custom millwork, furniture sourcing, and updated lighting typically runs between $80,000 and $175,000 including design fees and all materials. A full kitchen remodel with custom cabinetry, premium appliances, countertop stone, and updated plumbing and electrical typically runs between $120,000 and $280,000 depending on size and finish level. A whole-home renovation across 4,000 to 7,000 square feet, including structural work, new finishes throughout, furniture, and custom elements, typically ranges from $600,000 to well over $1.2 million. These numbers reflect actual project scopes in this market, not theoretical estimates from national cost calculators.
Here is what that looks like in practice. Our Desert Oasis project is a 4,408-square-foot Scottsdale home that Living with Lolo took from a 6-week design process through a 16-week installation, with construction led by our in-house general contracting team under ROC #347577. Results like that are why the firm holds a 5.0-star rating across 89 Google reviews and 5.0 stars across 36 Houzz reviews as of September 2026, and why Phoenix Magazine has named Living with Lolo Best Interior Design Firm three consecutive years: 2024, 2025, and 2026. A full-service engagement covers the design plan, 2D design boards and 3D renderings, CAD and elevation drawings, procurement, delivery, and installation.

What Luxury Interior Design Costs by Scope in Scottsdale

Scope matters more than room count when estimating project cost. A client doing a cosmetic refresh of an existing space will spend far less than a client removing walls, reconfiguring plumbing, and starting with a blank floor plan. The variables that most consistently drive cost up are structural changes, custom fabrication, high-end appliance packages, imported stone, and timeline compression.
In general, plan for design fees to represent 10 to 20 percent of the total project budget, furniture and finishes to represent 30 to 50 percent, and construction labor and materials to represent the remainder. For a full-service project in Scottsdale, it is reasonable to anticipate that total investment across all categories will be significantly above what national cost guides suggest. The Scottsdale luxury market operates in a different cost band than the national median.

The Number Most Clients Get Wrong

The most common budgeting mistake is treating design fees and furniture as the full cost of an interior design project. Clients who walk in with a furniture budget but no construction contingency frequently find that what they actually want requires permits, structural modifications, or mechanical work that was never part of the original estimate. That gap is even wider on ground-up new construction, where our custom home building costs guide breaks down site work, structure, and finish level as separate cost drivers rather than one lump estimate.
The second most common mistake is anchoring to national median data. The 2026 Houzz & Home Study reports a national median kitchen remodel cost of $24,000. In Scottsdale, that number does not describe the projects our clients are hiring us to do. A client expecting a luxury kitchen renovation at that price point is going to be surprised. This is not a flaw in the national data. It is a reflection of different market expectations and finish levels.
For context: Zillow data puts the average Paradise Valley home value at $3.45 million as of early 2026, up 13.5% year over year. In a market where homes carry that kind of value, a $24,000 kitchen is not a renovation. It is a refresh. The same Houzz study found that the top 10% of renovation projects nationally hit $150,000 or more. That range is closer to where our clients' projects begin.

Why the Firm You Choose Changes the Final Number

The same project can cost meaningfully different amounts depending on which firm you hire and how they manage vendor relationships, procurement, and construction. A firm with an in-house general contractor license can consolidate fees, eliminate markup layers between design and build, and reduce the schedule delays that add cost on any complex project.
Living with Lolo holds ROC 347577, an active Arizona general contractor license. This means we manage design and construction under one contract, which removes the coordination friction that typically adds both cost and time to a project when a separate GC is involved. For clients comparing proposals across multiple firms, it is worth asking whether the design firm and GC are the same entity, and if not, how fees are structured across both.

What to Do Before You Set a Budget

Before setting a number, get specific about scope. Walk through every room you plan to touch and make a list of what you want to change, what you want to keep, and what you are flexible on. The more specific you can be about finish levels and functional requirements, the more accurate an estimate will be.
Then build in a contingency. On any project with construction involved, plan for 10 to 15 percent of the total project budget to be held in reserve. This is not pessimism. It is how experienced project managers plan for the reality of working inside existing structures where surprises happen.
If you are in the early stages of planning a renovation in Scottsdale or Paradise Valley and want to talk through realistic project cost for your specific scope, reach out here. We will tell you honestly what your project is likely to cost and what variables will affect that number most.

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Living with Lolo is a full-service luxury interior design and design-build firm serving Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro. We hold an active Arizona ROC general contractor license and an interior design credential, which means we manage your entire project under one roof.

If you are planning a remodel, new construction project, or full furnishing and want honest numbers before you commit to anything, book a complimentary 15-minute discovery call.

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These numbers come from real projects we have quoted and completed in the last 18 months across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Arcadia. I quote projects every week. The figures here are not national averages from industry surveys. They reflect what we actually see in proposals in this specific market, where costs move faster than most national data captures.

Lauren Lerner, Living with Lolo

Living with Lolo holds 150+ reviews across Google (5.0 stars, 88 reviews) and Houzz (5.0 stars, 36 reviews), among the highest-rated luxury interior design and construction firms in Scottsdale.

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A discovery call is the fastest way to get a realistic number for your home in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, or Arcadia. We will give you a straight answer.

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What interior design actually involves behind the scenes:

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the design fees for luxury interior design in Scottsdale?

Design fees for luxury interior design in Scottsdale typically range from $15,000 to $75,000 or more depending on project scope, square footage, and whether construction management is included. Note: these are design fees only. Total project investment, including furnishings and construction, typically ranges from $75,000 to over $2,000,000 depending on scope. See the full breakdown above for real project examples.

Do interior designers charge hourly or a flat fee?

Both structures exist. Hourly rates for luxury interior designers in Scottsdale typically range from $150 to $350 per hour. Flat-fee arrangements are common for defined scopes. Full-service firms like Living with Lolo often charge a design fee plus a percentage of project cost or a procurement markup, which covers the full scope from concept through installation.

What is included in a full-service interior design fee?

A full-service fee covers space planning, concept development, material and finish specification, furniture and fixture procurement, vendor coordination, installation management, and styling. At Living with Lolo, full-service also includes licensed general contracting, which means the design and the construction are managed by the same team.

Is luxury interior design worth the cost?

For high-quality results that hold up over time, yes. The design fee is typically a small fraction of the total project cost, and the decisions made during the design phase affect every dollar spent on materials and construction. Under-investing in design is one of the most common ways otherwise good projects end up with expensive mistakes.

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Lauren Lerner, principal interior designer at Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner

Principal Designer, Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner is a luxury interior designer based in Scottsdale, AZ and the founder of Living with Lolo. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Vogue, Martha Stewart Living, The Wall Street Journal, and GQ. She specializes in high-end residential design across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro area.

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What Does a Luxury Remodel Cost in Scottsdale? 2026 Pricing Guide

What Does a Luxury Remodel Cost in Scottsdale? 2026 Pricing Guide

by | Apr 4, 2026 | Interior Design Tips, Modern Interior Design Ideas, Scottsdale Interior Design Projects

4 min readApril 2026

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The cost ranges in this guide come from real project budgets in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Arcadia from the past 18 months. Construction costs in this market move faster than national averages, and the high end of the luxury tier here is genuinely different from what you see in most other cities. I work in this market every day and the numbers here reflect that. — Lauren Lerner, Living with Lolo

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A Scottsdale kitchen transformation from vision through build:

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a luxury remodel cost in Scottsdale in 2026?

A luxury kitchen remodel in Scottsdale typically ranges from $80,000 to $200,000 or more for high-end custom work. A primary bathroom remodel runs $40,000 to $120,000+. A full whole-home renovation at the luxury level in Scottsdale or Paradise Valley typically ranges from $300,000 to over $1 million depending on scope, finishes, and structural changes.

What drives the cost of a luxury remodel in Arizona?

Labor and material costs in the Phoenix metro have risen significantly since 2021. Key cost drivers include custom cabinetry and millwork, high-end plumbing and lighting fixtures, structural changes that require permits, and the level of finish detail throughout. Projects with significant indoor-outdoor work or pool-adjacent construction carry additional complexity.

Does a remodel increase home value in Scottsdale?

Well-executed renovations in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley consistently return strong value, particularly kitchen and primary bathroom upgrades and additions that improve indoor-outdoor living. The Scottsdale luxury market rewards quality and design quality over square footage, so projects that improve livability and finish level typically see the strongest return.

How do I know if my budget is enough for a luxury remodel?

The most accurate way to understand your budget is to describe your scope to a design-build firm and ask for a realistic range. Budget ranges vary significantly by scope, material selection, and structural complexity. We give clients a straight budget estimate during a discovery call so they can plan accordingly.

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For anyone researching what permits actually require in Arizona, read our full guide to which projects require a licensed general contractor to pull permits. If you are comparing costs between hiring a design-build firm versus two separate vendors, our luxury interior design cost breakdown addresses that directly with real project examples. You can explore our Scottsdale general contractor page and Paradise Valley general contractor page for more on how we manage licensed construction work in each market.

Lauren Lerner, principal interior designer at Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner

Principal Designer, Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner is a luxury interior designer based in Scottsdale, AZ and the founder of Living with Lolo. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Vogue, Martha Stewart Living, The Wall Street Journal, and GQ. She specializes in high-end residential design across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro area.

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Do Interior Designers Handle Permits in Arizona?

Do Interior Designers Handle Permits in Arizona?

by | Mar 19, 2026 | Modern Interior Design Ideas, Scottsdale Interior Design Projects

3 min readMarch 2026
The short answer is: most interior designers in Arizona do not and legally cannot pull permits. Permits in Arizona are pulled by the licensed general contractor on a project. An interior designer who does not hold an active ROC general contractor license cannot sign off on a permit application, take legal responsibility for the permitted scope of work, or manage the inspection process that follows — that is the role of a licensed interior designer and general contractor in Scottsdale.
This is one of the most important distinctions between hiring a design-only firm and hiring a licensed design-build firm. It shapes who is actually accountable for your project from a legal and practical standpoint , and it affects your timeline, your budget, and your risk exposure when something unexpected happens during construction.

What Requires a Permit in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley

Arizona municipalities require permits for most work beyond cosmetic updates. In Scottsdale specifically, the following typically require a permit: structural changes including wall removal and additions, electrical panel upgrades and new circuits, plumbing modifications including relocating fixtures or adding new lines, HVAC changes, window and door replacements that change the rough opening size, decks, covered patios, and pool work.
Work that typically does not require a permit includes painting, flooring replacement, cabinet refacing (not replacement), fixture swaps where the rough-in location does not change, and most furniture and lighting changes. But the moment you are moving a wall, relocating a sink, or upgrading electrical service, you are in permitted territory.
Paradise Valley has its own permitting office and its own requirements, which differ in some respects from Scottsdale's. Chandler, Tempe, and other Valley municipalities each have their own processes. There is no universal answer that covers every city , which is one of the reasons having a licensed contractor who works regularly in these jurisdictions is valuable. We know the requirements and the review timelines for each municipality we work in.

What Happens When Work Goes Unpermitted

Unpermitted work creates compounding problems. The most immediate: no inspection occurred, which means no one with authority verified the work was done correctly. If something fails later , a wire that was not properly connected, a structural change that was not properly engineered , you are holding the liability.
The longer-term problem surfaces at resale. Title companies review permit history. Buyers' inspectors look for signs of unpermitted work. When unpermitted structural or systems work is discovered during a sale, you typically face either a renegotiated price, a requirement to obtain retroactive permits (which often requires opening walls for inspection), or both. We have seen transactions fall apart over this.
In Scottsdale and Paradise Valley, where homes transact at high values and buyers conduct thorough due diligence, this is a real exposure. It is not worth the short-term convenience of skipping the process.

How Living with Lolo Manages Permitting

Because Living with Lolo holds an active Arizona ROC general contractor license (ROC 347577), we pull permits directly on every project that requires them. We identify what needs a permit during the design phase, submit applications, and manage the inspection schedule as part of the project timeline.
For clients, this means there is one point of contact for every permit question. When an inspector schedules a visit, we coordinate it. When a correction is required, we address it. You are not tracking down a separate contractor to follow up on paperwork that your designer submitted a request for two weeks ago.
It also means the permit timeline is built into the project schedule from the start. We know how long Scottsdale review typically takes, how Paradise Valley's process compares, and what to expect at each stage. That predictability is the difference between a project that runs on schedule and one that loses six weeks waiting on something that could have been anticipated.

I pull permits in multiple Arizona municipalities every month. What is required in Scottsdale is different from Paradise Valley, Chandler, or Mesa. I have navigated this process across dozens of projects and dozens of jurisdictions across the Valley, and the answer to most permit questions is: it depends, and you need someone on your team who knows the answer for your specific project and city. , Lauren Lerner, Living with Lolo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do interior designers pull permits in Arizona?

Interior designers who are not licensed general contractors do not pull permits in Arizona. Permits must be pulled by the licensed contractor on the project. At Living with Lolo, we are both the designer and the licensed general contractor, so we handle permitting as part of our standard process.

What work requires a permit in Scottsdale?

In Scottsdale, permits are typically required for any work involving structural changes, electrical upgrades, plumbing modifications, HVAC changes, additions, and most kitchen or bathroom remodels involving moving walls or changing systems. Cosmetic updates like painting, flooring replacement, and cabinet refacing generally do not require permits.

Who is responsible for permits when hiring a design-build firm?

When you hire a design-build firm that holds a general contractor license, the firm is responsible for identifying what requires permits, submitting applications, scheduling inspections, and obtaining final sign-offs. This is one of the key advantages of the design-build model versus hiring a designer and contractor separately.

Can I do a remodel without permits in Arizona?

Doing work that requires permits without obtaining them creates serious liability issues, including problems at resale when title companies review permit history. Beyond legal exposure, unpermitted work also means no inspections occurred during construction, which creates risk if something goes wrong later.

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If you want to understand the full picture of what a licensed design-build firm does that a design-only firm cannot, read our guide to holding both an interior design credential and an Arizona GC license. For context on what a permitted renovation costs in this market, our interior design cost guide includes real numbers from projects that required full permitting. You can also read the questions you should ask any designer before hiring them, including whether they hold an active Arizona ROC license.

Lauren Lerner, principal interior designer at Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner

Principal Designer, Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner is a luxury interior designer based in Scottsdale, AZ and the founder of Living with Lolo. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Vogue, Martha Stewart Living, The Wall Street Journal, and GQ. She specializes in high-end residential design across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro area.

What Questions Should You Ask a Luxury Interior Designer Before You Hire Them?

What Questions Should You Ask a Luxury Interior Designer Before You Hire Them?

by | Mar 17, 2026 | Interior Design Tips, Modern Interior Design Ideas, Scottsdale Interior Design Projects

3 min readMarch 2026
The clients who end up with the best projects are usually the ones who asked the most direct questions before signing anything. Not because asking hard questions makes the process adversarial , it does the opposite. It establishes that you are a thoughtful client and gets both parties aligned on expectations before the work begins. After more than a decade running projects as a luxury interior designer in Scottsdale AZ, these are the questions I would want prospective clients to ask me.

Questions About Credentials and Accountability

Are you a licensed general contractor, or do you work with one? The answer tells you who is legally accountable for the construction portion of your project. If the designer works with a contractor they recommend, those are two separate businesses. When something goes wrong during the build, you need to know exactly who owns the problem. Ask for the ROC license number and verify it at roc.az.gov.
Who pulls the permits on my project? Permits are pulled by the licensed contractor, not by an unlicensed designer. If the answer is "our contractor partner" rather than "we do," you have two firms sharing your project. That creates coordination gaps that cost you money.
Who will be on site during construction? A designer whose involvement ends at the drawing stage is not managing your build. The designer should be present during construction to make real-time decisions that protect the design intent as field conditions arise.

Questions About Process and Communication

How do you handle change orders? Every renovation encounters the unexpected. How a firm responds to that reality reveals more about how the project will run than any other question. A clear, fair, well-documented change order process is a sign of a professionally run firm. Vagueness here is a warning.
What is my primary point of contact and how are decisions communicated? Understand who you will actually be talking to throughout the project, how often you should expect updates, and what the process is for decisions that need a quick turnaround. Communication failures are the most common source of client dissatisfaction on renovation projects , not the design itself.
How do you manage the design process when I have competing preferences with my partner? If two people with different aesthetics are living in the home, a good designer will have a process for working through those differences rather than picking sides or defaulting to whoever is in the room. Ask about this directly.

Questions About the Work Itself

Can I see completed projects , not renderings or in-progress work? Finished homes, professionally photographed, at a comparable scope and finish level to what you are planning. Ask specifically whether the projects shown were ones the firm designed AND built, or only designed. There is a meaningful difference.
What is a realistic budget range for my scope? A designer who will not give you a budget range before signing is not doing you a service. You need to know whether your budget and their project minimums are aligned before either of you invests time in a design direction. We give clients a realistic range on the first call.
What do you see as the primary design challenge or opportunity in my home? The answer tells you whether the designer has thought specifically about your project or is giving you a generic pitch. A designer who has walked your space and can speak to its specific constraints and potential is someone who has been paying attention.

Questions About Fees and Contract Structure

What is included in your design fee and what triggers additional charges? Understand how revisions are handled, whether additional design meetings cost extra, and what happens if the scope changes after the contract is signed. Clarity on this upfront prevents friction later.
Do you mark up materials and furniture, and how does that work? Most design firms mark up trade-priced items. The question is not whether this happens but how transparent the firm is about it. A firm that is clear about their markup structure is easier to budget around than one that is vague.

I have been answering these questions from prospective clients for over a decade. The ones who ask the right questions upfront end up with better projects. The ones who skip due diligence and choose based on portfolio photos alone often regret it. These are the questions I would want you to ask me, and I am prepared to answer every one of them. , Lauren Lerner, Living with Lolo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the first question I should ask a luxury interior designer?

Ask to see projects that are similar in scope and style to what you want, and ask how the designer handled specific challenges on those projects. A portfolio with beautiful photos is expected. What separates good firms is how they talk about problems and how they solved them.

How do I know if a luxury interior designer is right for me?

Beyond portfolio fit, look for clear communication about process, honest answers on budget and timeline, and evidence that they have done projects like yours before. A firm that listens more than it pitches in the first meeting is typically a better long-term working relationship.

What is the difference between a designer and a design-build firm?

A designer handles the aesthetic planning and specification but passes construction to a separate general contractor. A design-build firm, like Living with Lolo, handles both under one roof. This matters when accuracy of execution is as important as the design concept itself.

Should I interview multiple interior designers?

Yes, especially for whole-home or significant renovation projects. Most firms offer a free or low-cost discovery call. Talking to two or three firms gives you a basis for comparison on both working style and fee structure.

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Two of the most important questions on this list relate directly to licensing. Read our full breakdown of what an Arizona general contractor license covers and which construction projects legally require a licensed GC to pull permits. If you are also trying to understand what the right firm will cost before your first conversation, our luxury interior design cost guide gives you real numbers from completed Scottsdale and Paradise Valley projects. When you are ready to start that conversation, you can book a complimentary discovery call with our team.

Lauren Lerner, principal interior designer at Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner

Principal Designer, Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner is a luxury interior designer based in Scottsdale, AZ and the founder of Living with Lolo. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Vogue, Martha Stewart Living, The Wall Street Journal, and GQ. She specializes in high-end residential design across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro area.

What to Expect During a Whole-Home Remodel in Scottsdale

What to Expect During a Whole-Home Remodel in Scottsdale

by | Mar 17, 2026 | Modern Interior Design Ideas, Scottsdale Interior Design Projects

What to Expect During a Whole-Home Remodel in Scottsdale (2026 Guide)

10 min read
March 2026
A whole-home remodel in Scottsdale takes 8 to 18 months from design to final installation and costs $300,000 to over $1 million depending on scope, finishes, and structural work. That range is wide because no two projects are the same, but those numbers reflect what Lauren Lerner and the Living with Lolo team consistently see across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, Silverleaf, and DC Ranch.
A whole-home remodel is the most complex residential project most people will ever undertake. It involves more decisions, more trades, more coordination, and more opportunities for things to go sideways than any single-room project. The clients who navigate it well share one characteristic: they understood what was coming before demolition started. Working with an experienced interior designer in Scottsdale who also runs the construction is the surest way to get that clarity early. That integrated model is exactly what a design-build firm in Scottsdale provides.
Lauren Lerner has managed hundreds of whole-home remodels in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Arcadia under one roof at Living with Lolo, which holds both an interior design credential and Arizona General Contractor License ROC #347577. What follows is an honest account of what each phase looks like, where the common friction points are, and what you can do to minimize stress without micromanaging the process. If you are still evaluating a fixer-upper before you buy, get a renovation cost estimate before you make an offer.

Phase One: Discovery and Design Agreement

Before any design work begins, the right firm will spend time understanding what you actually want. Not just the aesthetic, the lifestyle. How do you use the kitchen? Do you entertain formally or informally? Do your kids do homework at the island? Does your primary bath need to function for two people on the same schedule every morning?
The answers to these questions drive design decisions that no amount of looking at inspiration images can substitute for. This phase should also produce a realistic budget conversation. On a whole-home remodel in Scottsdale at the luxury level, budgets typically range from $300,000 to over $1 million depending on scope, finishes, and structural changes.
A designer who will not give you a budget range at this stage is not serving you well. You need to know whether your number and their scope are aligned before either of you invests weeks in a design direction. At Living with Lolo, the discovery conversation happens before a contract is signed, so both sides go in with clear expectations.

Phase Two: Space Planning and Specification

This is where the design work happens: floor plans, material selections, finish specifications, furniture sourcing, and detailed drawings. Expect multiple presentations and revision rounds. Good design takes iteration, and firms that rush this phase produce work that looks rushed.
On a Living with Lolo project, the construction team reviews every specification during this phase. A tile that will require a custom substrate, a cabinet dimension that will conflict with a duct run, a structural wall that needs an engineer sign-off before it can come down: all of these are caught here rather than on site. That is one of the core structural advantages of working with a firm that holds both design and contractor credentials. If you are still working out your project structure, our guide on design-build or hire separately covers what each approach costs and delivers.
Space planning for a whole-home project typically takes 6 to 12 weeks depending on scope and revision rounds. Full specification for a home with multiple rooms, custom cabinetry, and imported materials can take another 4 to 8 weeks on top of that.

Phase Three: Procurement and Permitting

Procurement is one of the most underestimated phases of a Scottsdale remodel. Custom cabinetry takes 10 to 14 weeks from order to delivery. Stone slabs need to be selected from a yard or fabricator, then cut and templated. Specialty lighting can take 6 to 10 weeks. Imported tile and fixtures can run 12 to 16 weeks if they are coming from Europe.
All of this needs to be ordered before demolition begins. Firms that do not have a rigorous procurement process routinely hold up construction waiting for materials that should have been ordered months earlier. Living with Lolo uses a proprietary procurement system that tracks lead times and flags risks before they become delays.
Permitting in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley adds 4 to 8 weeks for plan review on a typical whole-home remodel. Structural changes, electrical service upgrades, or pool additions require additional review time. Because Living with Lolo holds an active Arizona general contractor license, we submit permit applications directly and manage all city and county coordination without involving you.

Phase Four: Construction

Demolition is the moment the project becomes real for most clients, and also the moment it temporarily looks its worst. The home will look like a disaster for weeks before it starts looking like a design. This is normal.
What is not normal is going weeks without a meaningful update from your project team, or arriving at an inspection to find work done differently than you approved. On a well-managed project, the construction phase runs in a predictable sequence: demolition and rough framing, mechanical rough-in (plumbing, electrical, HVAC), inspections, drywall, tile and flooring, cabinetry installation, finish carpentry, painting, and final fixtures.
Each of those phases has specific inspections tied to it. The general contractor is responsible for scheduling those inspections, having the right trades on-site to pass them, and keeping the project moving forward. On a Living with Lolo project, Lauren Lerner and the project manager communicate directly with the client at each phase milestone, not just when something goes wrong.
Construction on a whole-home remodel in Scottsdale typically runs 3 to 6 months. Projects involving significant structural changes, additions, or a full pool renovation can run longer. Weather rarely affects interior projects in the Phoenix metro, but summer heat can slow exterior and roofing work during July and August.

Phase Five: Final Installation and Styling

The final installation phase is where the project transforms from a construction site into a finished home. Furniture arrives, art is hung, bedding and accessories go in, and every detail that was specified in Phase Two gets placed exactly as designed. This is also where most firms stop, and where Living with Lolo goes further.
Lauren Lerner personally oversees the final styling on Living with Lolo projects. That means every pillow placement, every object on a shelf, every stem in a vessel is considered as part of the overall composition. The goal is that the home looks like it has always been this way, not like a showroom on installation day.
The punch list phase runs alongside final installation. Every item that did not meet the construction standard, every fixture that needs adjustment, and every touch-up identified during the final walkthrough is tracked and resolved before the project is considered complete. At Living with Lolo, recognized by Phoenix Magazine as Best Interior Design in 2024, 2025, and 2026, the project is not done until the client says it is done.

What the Data Shows About Whole-Home Remodel Costs and Timelines

National remodeling data consistently understates what Scottsdale luxury projects cost. According to the 2024 Houzz & Home Study, the top quartile of whole-home projects, those involving full renovations of homes over 3,000 square feet with high-end finishes, averaged $150,000 to $400,000 nationally. In Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Arcadia, where home sizes, finish expectations, and trade labor costs all run above national averages, the actual range for a luxury whole-home remodel is $300,000 to over $1 million. For a detailed breakdown of what design fees look like at different budget levels, see our interior design cost guide for Phoenix and Scottsdale.
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) reports that remodeling activity in the Southwest is consistently higher than national averages, driven by strong home values and continued in-migration to the Phoenix metro. That demand, combined with trade labor shortages, means timelines in 2026 are running longer than pre-pandemic norms. A project that might have been permitted in 4 weeks in 2019 now averages 6 to 8 weeks in most Scottsdale jurisdictions.
Living with Lolo works with a vetted roster of specialty trades built over years of project delivery in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, Silverleaf, and DC Ranch. That roster is not open to the public. It is available only to clients of the firm, and it is one of the practical reasons why Living with Lolo projects move faster and encounter fewer surprises than projects managed by teams assembled project by project.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Whole-Home Remodels in Scottsdale

What is the typical timeline for a whole-home remodel in Scottsdale?
A whole-home remodel in Scottsdale typically takes 8 to 18 months from the first design meeting through final installation, depending on scope. The design and procurement phase takes 2 to 4 months, permitting adds 4 to 8 weeks in most Scottsdale and Paradise Valley jurisdictions, and construction runs 3 to 6 months for a full-home project. Projects with structural changes, additions, or extensive custom work run toward the longer end of that range. Living with Lolo provides a detailed project schedule at the start of every engagement so you know what to expect at each phase.
How much does a whole-home remodel cost in Scottsdale?
A luxury whole-home remodel in Scottsdale ranges from $300,000 to over $1 million depending on square footage, scope, and finish level. Paradise Valley estates and Silverleaf homes often exceed $1.5 million when structural work and full interior replacement are involved. The design and furniture budget typically runs 20 to 30 percent of the total construction budget. Living with Lolo provides budget frameworks during the discovery phase so clients can calibrate scope before design work begins.
Do I need a general contractor for a whole-home remodel in Scottsdale?
Yes. Any project involving structural changes, electrical work, plumbing, or mechanical systems requires a licensed general contractor who can pull permits and manage inspections. In Arizona, an interior designer without a contractor license cannot legally manage permitted construction. Living with Lolo holds Arizona General Contractor License ROC #347577, which means Lauren Lerner and her team can manage the full project from design through construction under one contract. Learn more about what that license covers.
Do I need to move out during a whole-home remodel?
For most whole-home remodels involving significant demolition or kitchen and primary bath work, living in the home during construction is not practical and is often not safe. Most Living with Lolo clients arrange alternate housing for the construction phase, which runs 3 to 6 months. For phased projects where only part of the home is under construction at a time, remaining in the home may be possible depending on scope. Lauren Lerner discusses relocation planning during the discovery phase of every project.
What is the difference between a whole-home remodel and a renovation?
In practice, the terms are used interchangeably in the Scottsdale market. A renovation typically refers to restoring or updating existing systems and finishes, while a remodel implies reconfiguring the space itself. A whole-home project usually involves both: updating finishes throughout while also changing floor plans, removing walls, or adding square footage. Living with Lolo handles both types of work under one contract, from cosmetic refreshes to full structural reconfiguration.
Is Living with Lolo a licensed general contractor in Arizona?
Yes. Living with Lolo holds Arizona General Contractor License ROC #347577, which allows Lauren Lerner and the team to pull permits, manage all licensed trade subcontractors, and take contractor-of-record responsibility for residential and commercial construction in Arizona. You can verify the license at roc.az.gov. Most interior design firms do not hold this credential. It is one of the primary reasons Living with Lolo clients do not need to hire a separate GC to execute design work.
Lauren Lerner, principal designer at Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner

Principal Designer, Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner is a luxury interior designer based in Scottsdale, AZ and the founder of Living with Lolo. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Vogue, Martha Stewart Living, The Wall Street Journal, and GQ. She specializes in high-end residential design and whole-home remodeling across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro.

Luxury Scottsdale Interior Design for Busy, High-Performing Professionals

Luxury Scottsdale Interior Design for Busy, High-Performing Professionals

by | Aug 29, 2025 | Modern Interior Design Ideas, Scottsdale Interior Design Projects

3 min readAugust 2025
Most of my clients in Paradise Valley and North Scottsdale are not sitting around waiting for design inspiration to strike. They are running companies, managing demanding careers, traveling constantly, and making decisions at a pace most people cannot keep up with. The last thing they need is a design project that becomes another full-time job. That is exactly why full-service design exists, and it is exactly what Living with Lolo, Scottsdale's full-service interior design firm, was built to deliver.
My work has been featured in House Beautiful, Architectural Digest, and Vogue, often specifically because of how it functions for high-performing people who need their home to work for them, not require work from them. That distinction matters. A beautiful home that demands constant coordination, tracking, and decision-making from its owner is not a successful project. It is a liability dressed up as an asset.

What "Full-Service" Actually Means for a Busy Client

The term gets used loosely, so let me be specific about what it means here. At Living with Lolo, full-service means you are not managing vendors, chasing schedules, or approving individual line items on a weekly basis. You give input at the right moments: the conceptual direction, the major material selections, and the final walkthrough. Everything in between is handled by us.
That includes sourcing, procurement, contractor coordination, permit tracking, site supervision, installation sequencing, and delivery logistics. If a tile shipment is delayed, we solve it. If a subcontractor needs to reschedule, we adjust. You do not get a call at 7 a.m. asking whether you want the grout line at 1/16 or 1/8 inch. Those decisions are made within the scope of the approved design, by the people you hired to make them.
For clients who have tried to manage a project themselves, or who have worked with designers who did not provide this level of infrastructure, the difference is significant. The project moves faster, the decisions are better, and the outcome is closer to what was intended from the start.

Designing for a Life That Moves Quickly

The homes I design for high-performing professionals have to hold up to real use. That means storage systems that are actually functional, not just beautiful on a shelf. It means lighting that transitions well from early mornings to late evenings. It means a primary suite that genuinely restores energy rather than just looking expensive. The aesthetic and the function are designed together, from the beginning.
Scottsdale and Paradise Valley attract a particular kind of client: financially successful, aesthetically aware, and completely unwilling to compromise on quality. What they are often less certain about is how to translate that into a home that reflects their life without requiring their constant attention to maintain it. That is the problem I solve on every project.
A home office that supports deep work. A kitchen that is actually set up for the way the family uses it, not the way a floor plan convention suggests it should be. Outdoor spaces that function across Arizona seasons, not just in October. These are not details, they are the whole point. If you want to understand how this comes together in practice, the full remodel process walkthrough goes deeper on what each phase involves.

Why the Design-Build Model Works for This Client Profile

High-performing clients do not want to manage two separate relationships, one with a designer and one with a contractor, and reconcile their disagreements on their own time. The design-build model eliminates that problem entirely. Design and construction are coordinated under one roof, which means decisions are made once, communicated clearly, and executed without the friction of competing priorities.
As a licensed general contractor in Arizona, I oversee both the design process and the construction phase. That is not common. Most interior designers hand off to a contractor and hope for the best. I stay involved through installation because that is where the design either holds together or falls apart. Material tolerances, site conditions, and unforeseen structural realities all require real-time design judgment. Having one firm responsible for both phases means those moments get handled correctly.
If you are weighing the options, the comparison of design-build versus hiring separately is worth reading before you make a decision.

What the Approval Process Looks Like in Practice

Clients who travel frequently or work long hours worry that a design project will require constant availability they do not have. In practice, the approval process is structured to respect your time. Major decisions, the overall concept, finish palette, furniture selections, and layout, happen in focused review sessions, not in a continuous stream of small choices that interrupt your day.
We use a documented approval process with clear turnaround windows so nothing stalls because of a scheduling conflict. If you are traveling internationally and need to review a proposal, that happens asynchronously, on your schedule, with enough context that you can make a confident decision without being on-site.
The goal is that your involvement is meaningful, not constant. You are making the decisions that shape the home. We are handling everything required to execute them.

The Result Is a Home That Reflects Who You Actually Are

There is a version of luxury design that produces homes that look impressive but feel generic. That is not what the clients I work with are after, and it is not what I am interested in building. The homes I design in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Arcadia reflect the specific person who lives there: their taste, their habits, their aesthetic point of view, and the way they actually want to move through the space.
That kind of specificity requires a designer who asks the right questions early, listens carefully, and has the experience to translate a high-level vision into real architectural and material decisions. It also requires a client who trusts the process and is willing to invest in getting it right. When both sides of that equation are present, the outcome is a home that holds up for years, not just for the photoshoot.
If you are ready to talk through what a project for your home could look like, reach out here and we can start with a conversation about scope, timeline, and fit.

Many of my clients in Paradise Valley and North Scottsdale are running companies, managing demanding careers, or traveling regularly. They do not have time to manage a design project, and they should not have to. My work has been featured in House Beautiful, Architectural Digest, and Vogue, often specifically because of how it functions for high-performing people who need their home to work for them, not require work from them. — Lauren Lerner

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What a home designed for high performance actually looks like:

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hire an interior designer if I am not available to manage the project?

Yes. A full-service design-build firm like Living with Lolo is specifically designed for clients who cannot or do not want to manage the project themselves. We handle every decision, every vendor, and every phase. Your involvement is focused on key approvals at the right moments, not day-to-day project management.

What does hands-off interior design look like?

It means your designer handles all sourcing, scheduling, site coordination, and installation. You receive a clear brief at the start, give approval on the design direction, review a finalized concept, and show up to a completed home. The firm manages everything in between, including problem-solving during construction.

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Lauren Lerner, principal interior designer at Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner

Principal Designer, Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner is a luxury interior designer based in Scottsdale, AZ and the founder of Living with Lolo. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Vogue, Martha Stewart Living, The Wall Street Journal, and GQ. She specializes in high-end residential design across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro area.

Before & After: From Chaos to Calm in a Paradise Valley Home

Before & After: From Chaos to Calm in a Paradise Valley Home

by | Aug 29, 2025 | Modern Interior Design Ideas, Scottsdale Interior Design Projects

3 min readAugust 2025
When this Paradise Valley family in the 85253 zip code reached out to our Scottsdale interior design team, they were not chasing Pinterest perfection. They were craving peace. Their luxury home had great bones, sweeping views of iconic Camelback Mountain, and plenty of square footage typical of homes in this exclusive Arizona community, but no flow, no identity, and no real sense of comfort.
Homeowners hiring an interior designer in Paradise Valley get full-service design and construction from one licensed team.
With three kids, a demanding career, and a space full of leftover furniture that did not match Paradise Valley's sophisticated standards, they needed more than a makeover. They needed a comprehensive design strategy that would work for their busy family lifestyle while reflecting the caliber expected in Paradise Valley's luxury real estate market.

The Challenges We Solved

Every project starts with an honest assessment of what is not working. In this home, the challenges were layered. The layout felt disjointed, with rooms that were visually and emotionally disconnected despite the home's premium location and Camelback Mountain views. Furniture from a past life was undersized, outdated, and lacking the intentional design that luxury homes demand. There was no clear design direction, even though the family knew they loved warm, transitional styles that complement Arizona's desert environment. And sensory overload from mismatched finishes, poor lighting that did not account for Arizona's intense sun, and a lack of softness made the home feel anything but calm.
They did not need more stuff. They needed a cohesive vision that honored their lifestyle, and a skilled Arizona design team to bring it to life while building long-term value in the 85253 luxury market.

The Living With Lolo Process

Step 1: Deep Listening and In-Home Discovery

We started with a comprehensive one-hour consultation at the home, walking the space with Camelback Mountain views in mind and listening carefully to understand how this family wanted to live. We aligned on their priorities: calm, livable luxury that matches Paradise Valley standards.

Step 2: Strategic Space Planning and Investment Clarity

We reimagined the floor plans with scale, flow, and function specifically designed for Paradise Valley's luxury lifestyle. Then we delivered a customized Minimum Furniture Investment Plan tailored to maximize ROI in the competitive 85253 luxury real estate market. For those curious about what full-service design investment looks like in this market, our guide to luxury interior design costs in Scottsdale is a helpful starting point.

Step 3: Layered, Intentional Design for Arizona Desert Living

Our team created a tonal, textural palette that softened the entire home while complementing the natural desert surroundings. Custom drapery designed to filter Arizona's intense sunlight while framing Camelback Mountain views brought visual calm throughout. Statement lighting replaced harsh glare with warm glow, perfectly suited to Paradise Valley's bright environment. Carefully selected furnishings brought sophisticated elegance without clutter, and hidden storage with multifunctional spaces honored this busy family's real life while maintaining the luxury aesthetic expected in Arizona's premier community.

Before and After Highlights

The Living Room

Before: An oversized sectional, clunky media console, and no clear personality despite the home's prime Paradise Valley location.
After: A sculptural sofa in performance fabric, custom cabinetry that conceals tech while showcasing the dramatic desert views, layered lighting designed for Paradise Valley's bright natural light, and warm styling that matches the sophistication expected in the 85253 area.

The Entryway

Before: Wasted space, mismatched pieces, and a layout that blocked the iconic Camelback Mountain view.
After: An airy, welcoming foyer anchored by statement lighting and refined furnishings that frame the dramatic Arizona desert sunset, creating an impressive first impression that matches Paradise Valley's luxury home standards.

The Dining Room

Before: A dark, cramped, and forgettable space that did not match the caliber expected in luxury homes with stunning views.
After: A stylish dual-purpose dining room featuring elegant grasscloth wallpaper, hidden storage, and sophisticated design that creates the perfect atmosphere for both dinner parties and after-school projects.
Transformations like this one are the reason we do what we do. If your home has the bones but not the feel, let's talk about what is possible. You can also explore our full range of design services to see how we approach projects of every scope.

This Paradise Valley project is a good example of what a well-calibrated redesign looks like: not a demolition, but a thoughtful rethinking of what the space was doing and what it could do instead. The clients needed a home that felt calmer and more intentional without losing its warmth. The work involved layout adjustments, a complete material refresh, and very deliberate choices about what to keep and what to replace. — Lauren Lerner

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From unresolved to intentional — what a redesign actually involves:

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a before and after redesign project look like with Living with Lolo?

A redesign project starts with a detailed assessment of what is working and what is not — layout, material palette, lighting, proportion. We identify what to keep, what to replace, and what to add. The design phase produces a clear concept before anything is ordered or installed. The result is a space that feels completely transformed without necessarily touching the structure.

Do you need to do a full renovation to transform a room in Paradise Valley?

Not always. Some of the most significant transformations come from re-specifying materials, adjusting the furniture layout, improving lighting, and introducing the right textiles. A skilled designer can make a room feel entirely different without breaking down walls.

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Lauren Lerner, principal interior designer at Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner

Principal Designer, Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner is a luxury interior designer based in Scottsdale, AZ and the founder of Living with Lolo. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Vogue, Martha Stewart Living, The Wall Street Journal, and GQ. She specializes in high-end residential design across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro area.

Living With Lolo Named Best Interior Design Firm, One to Watch 2025 by Modern Luxury

Living With Lolo Named Best Interior Design Firm, One to Watch 2025 by Modern Luxury

by | Aug 29, 2025 | Modern Interior Design Ideas, Scottsdale Interior Design Projects

3 min readAugust 2025
Modern Luxury named Living with Lolo a Best Interior Design Firm and One to Watch for 2025, and I want to be honest about what that kind of recognition actually means in practice. Awards matter to me because they matter to my clients. When someone is investing $500,000 or $2 million in their home, they deserve to work with a firm that has been vetted by more than one source. Editorial and industry recognition is part of that vetting. But the recognition itself is not the point. The work is.
This is the third consecutive year Living with Lolo has been named Best Interior Design by Phoenix Magazine, making us the only firm to hold that distinction three years running in recent award history. Add the Modern Luxury recognition, and the consistent thread is the same: the projects hold up to scrutiny because the process behind them is rigorous.

What Consistent Recognition Actually Reflects

I have worked in the Scottsdale and Phoenix metro luxury market for over a decade. In that time, the level of design sophistication here has increased dramatically. Clients in Paradise Valley and Arcadia are not comparing their homes to national averages. They are comparing them to what they have seen in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, and Vogue. That raises the bar for every firm operating in this market, including mine.
When a publication like Modern Luxury or Phoenix Magazine evaluates firms, they are looking at portfolio range, project scale, editorial placements, and client outcomes. Winning once is meaningful. Winning three consecutive years means the quality is not coming from one standout project. It is coming from a repeatable standard applied across every engagement.
My team works across a wide range of project types, from full custom builds in DC Ranch to condominium furnishing projects in Old Town Scottsdale. The standard we hold ourselves to does not shift based on budget. That consistency is what publications respond to, and it is what clients experience directly.

The Scottsdale Luxury Market and Why Standards Here Are High

Scottsdale and the broader Phoenix metro attract a specific kind of homeowner. Many have owned multiple properties in major markets, have existing relationships with designers in other cities, and bring real design literacy to the process. They are not starting from scratch. They know what they want and they know what a high-quality outcome looks like.
That environment pushes firms to operate at a genuinely competitive level. It is not enough to have good taste. You need rigorous project management, reliable contractor relationships, knowledge of local permitting and construction timelines, and the ability to deliver on time and on scope. The design is the visible result. The process underneath it is what makes the design possible.
Living with Lolo holds a general contractor license, which means we do not hand clients off to a third party when construction begins. We manage the full scope: design, permitting, construction, and installation. That integrated approach is part of why our projects photograph well and function well. Learn more about how permits and contractor work are handled in Arizona if you are planning a project and want to understand what to look for in a firm.

Press, Editorial, and What It Tells You About a Firm

Over the past several years, Living with Lolo has been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Vogue, Martha Stewart Living, The Wall Street Journal, and GQ. Each of those placements involves an editorial team making an independent judgment about whether the work is worth publishing. That is a meaningful filter.
When you are hiring a designer for a significant project, the press history is one signal among several. It tells you the work is visually strong enough to compete at a national level. Combined with award recognition, client referrals, and a transparent process, it gives you a fuller picture of what a firm is actually capable of delivering.
I am proud of every placement and every award. What I am more proud of is that the clients behind those projects have referred their neighbors, their friends, and their family members. That chain of referrals is the real measure.

What This Means for Prospective Clients

If you are in the early stages of planning a remodel or new build in the Scottsdale area, award recognition and press history are useful starting points for evaluating any firm, including ours. But I would encourage you to go further. Look at the range of projects, not just the most photogenic ones. Ask about the process, not just the outcome. Ask who will be in the room on your project and what their involvement looks like week to week.
We book several months in advance, so if you are targeting a 2025 or 2026 project start, the time to have an initial conversation is now. You can review our full services to understand the scope of what we handle, or reach out directly to start that conversation. And if budget planning is part of your process, our 2026 Scottsdale remodel cost guide is a useful reference for understanding what luxury-tier projects typically require in this market.
Three years of Best Interior Design recognition is something I am genuinely grateful for. The goal for the next three years is exactly the same as it has always been: do the work right, on every project, every time.

Being recognized three years in a row is not something I set out to plan. It is the result of doing the work right, every project. My team and I hold ourselves to the same standard on a condominium furnishing project as on a $2 million whole-home remodel. The recognition follows from that consistency more than from any single project. — Lauren Lerner

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Living with Lolo won awards for interior design?

Yes. Living with Lolo has been named Best Interior Design by Phoenix Magazine three consecutive years: 2024, 2025, and 2026. The firm has also been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Vogue, Martha Stewart Living, The Wall Street Journal, and GQ, and was named to the Inc. Regionals fastest-growing companies list.

What award did Living with Lolo win three years in a row?

Phoenix Magazine Best Interior Design. The award recognizes the top interior design firm in the greater Phoenix metro area and is based on reader and editorial recognition. Living with Lolo is the only firm to win three consecutive years in the most recent history of the award.

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Lauren Lerner, principal interior designer at Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner

Principal Designer, Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner is a luxury interior designer based in Scottsdale, AZ and the founder of Living with Lolo. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Vogue, Martha Stewart Living, The Wall Street Journal, and GQ. She specializes in high-end residential design across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro area.

Living With Lolo Wins Phoenix Magazine Best of the Valley Interior Design Firm 2024 & 2025

Living With Lolo Wins Phoenix Magazine Best of the Valley Interior Design Firm 2024 & 2025

by | Aug 29, 2025 | Modern Interior Design Ideas, Scottsdale Interior Design Projects

2 min readAugust 2025
For two consecutive years, Living With Lolo has been named Best of the Valley Interior Design Firm by Phoenix Magazine, a testament to our community-driven approach, desert modern expertise, and unwavering commitment to creating personalized, luxury spaces across Arizona.
This recognition is a reflection of our clients' trust, our team's consistency, and our role as a leading force in the Phoenix and Scottsdale interior design scene.

Why Phoenix Magazine's Award Matters

Unlike editorial or panel-selected honors, Phoenix Magazine's Best of the Valley winners are chosen directly by the people: residents who have experienced our work firsthand. That is what makes this back-to-back award so meaningful. It is a genuine vote of confidence from the community we are proud to serve.

2024: Establishing Design Authority

In 2024, Living With Lolo earned our first Best of the Valley recognition. At that point, we had built a reputation for being undeniably luxurious. That win celebrated a growing portfolio across Scottsdale and Paradise Valley, a design process rooted in function and not just flair, rapid brand recognition thanks to referral-based growth, and Arizona-specific problem-solving built into every design decision.

2025: Proving It Was Not a Fluke

Winning again in 2025 solidified what our clients already know: this is not a trend, it is a standard. The second win proved scalable service without sacrificing quality, a refined repeatable process that works for large-scale builds and small-space updates alike, a team built to serve more clients while maintaining a boutique-level touch, and continued leadership in Arizona's evolving interior design market.

Why Phoenix Chooses Living With Lolo

Authentic, Client-First Design

We do not design showpieces. We design homes. Our work is built around how real people live, entertain, relax, and grow in the Arizona desert. That means functional luxury that supports everyday living, personalized aesthetics rooted in our clients' lives rather than cookie-cutter trends, and smart material selections designed for durability, beauty, and low-maintenance performance in extreme climates.

Arizona Expertise That Makes a Difference

From UV-resistant materials and cool-touch surfaces to HOA compliance and desert-adapted design decisions, we know what works here and what does not. That expertise is part of every project from day one.

What Clients Love the Most

Clients consistently point to hands-on creative leadership from Lauren throughout the entire process, proactive communication so clients always know where things stand, design education and empowerment so every decision feels informed rather than rushed, and flexible service offerings ranging from full-home builds to room refreshes.
Curious what a full-service project actually costs? Our guide to luxury interior design costs in Scottsdale breaks down what clients typically invest at different project scopes. And if you are wondering what the process looks like from start to finish, our overview of what to expect during a whole-home remodel walks through every phase.
We are grateful to every client, collaborator, and member of this community who voted and who trusted us with their homes. If you are ready to start a project of your own, we would love to hear from you.

Phoenix Magazine's Best of the Valley award reflects real community recognition, not industry self-promotion. The fact that readers in this market keep coming back to Living with Lolo as the answer to who does this best here is what I am most proud of. This is a city where the standards are high and the clients know the difference. — Lauren Lerner

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Phoenix Magazine Best of the Valley award?

Phoenix Magazine's Best of the Valley recognizes excellence across categories in the greater Phoenix metro. The interior design category recognizes the top design firm in the region based on reader and editorial selection. Living with Lolo has won this award for three consecutive years.

Where is Living with Lolo based?

Living with Lolo is based in Scottsdale, Arizona and serves clients throughout Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, Phoenix, and the greater Phoenix metro area.

Ready to Transform Your Home?

Lauren Lerner and the Living with Lolo team work with clients across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro area.

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Lauren Lerner, principal interior designer at Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner

Principal Designer, Living with Lolo

Lauren Lerner is a luxury interior designer based in Scottsdale, AZ and the founder of Living with Lolo. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Vogue, Martha Stewart Living, The Wall Street Journal, and GQ. She specializes in high-end residential design across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro area.