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MARSHALL AVE

FULL HOME REMODEL + FURNISHINGS

The Scope

Project Name: Marshall Ave
Type: Full Home Remodel + Furnishings
Location: Paradise Valley, Arizona

Playful Contemporary with Graphic Contrast

Located in Paradise Valley in Cheney Estates this project brings a fresh take on contemporary style. Graphic wallpaper, sculptural shapes, and statement art infuse personality into every corner. The result is a bold, tailored, and inviting space that feels both curated and livable.

SPACES

Kitchen, Living Room, Foyer, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom + Powder Room

Bathroom at Marshall Ave in Paradise Valley with a gray freestanding soaking tub, a crystal chandelier, abstract floral art, and white hexagon floor tile.

We believe your home should make you feel your bravest, boldest self and also be a refuge that feels familiar and nurturing.

INSPIRATION

To design a unique and sophisticated, yet playful, home for our client.

Kitchen at Marshall Ave in Paradise Valley with dark wood cabinets, a white marble island, three glass pendant lights, and gray upholstered counter stools.

CONCEPT

We designed a full renovation of this home and furnished it with unique pieces and playful details. The space is filled with textures and earthy elements, complemented by captivating and distinctive artwork adorning the walls. The lighting fixtures, truly unparalleled, add to the overall charm and uniqueness of the place.

From Dated to Distinctive

The problem. The house was dated and had no personality.

What we changed. Living with Lolo designed a new layout for the kitchen and the primary bathroom, including opening a wall to the kitchen so the main living spaces connect. We pushed the clients past their comfort zone with graphic wallpaper, sculptural lighting, and statement art, and they were open to every idea.

The construction detail. The homeowners' builder handled construction. The black marble shower and the powder room took the most coordination between our design team and the builder, especially making the integrated lighting work.

Timeline. Completed in 2023, about 8 months from start to finish.

Client Testimonial

"In her designs I saw fresh ideas with clean lines; sleek rich wood, stone, and metals; neutrals with pops of color; layered textures and graphic prints; simplicity and comfort. All EXACTLY what I wanted; and exactly what I got. ... She suggested things I never would have considered, nudging me out of my comfort zone toward the fresh new look I hoped for. ... We came to see them as an investment rather than an additional cost."

Janet A., Paradise Valley. Read the full review on Houzz

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a full home remodel in Paradise Valley take?
Marshall Ave, a full home remodel and furnishing project in Paradise Valley's Cheney Estates, took about 8 months from start to finish and was completed in 2023. That included reconfiguring the kitchen and primary bathroom, opening a wall to the kitchen, and furnishing the main rooms. Timelines run longer when long-lead materials or more structural changes are involved.
Can an interior designer reconfigure a kitchen and primary bathroom?
Yes, an interior designer can redesign the layout of a kitchen and primary bathroom, as long as the changes are planned in design before demolition starts and coordinated closely with whoever builds them. On Marshall Ave, Living with Lolo designed both new layouts and worked alongside the homeowners' builder. Planning the layout first means the finishes, lighting, and furniture all fit the new floor plan instead of being chosen around the old one.
What does a bold contemporary interior look like in Paradise Valley?
At Marshall Ave, bold contemporary means graphic wallpaper, sculptural lighting, statement art, and strong contrast, like a black marble shower with integrated lighting and flower-shaped vanity mirrors in the bath. The result is a tailored, personal home rather than a neutral backdrop, while the rooms still feel livable day to day.
What if my interior designer suggests ideas outside my comfort zone?
Ideas outside your comfort zone are often where the most memorable rooms come from, and a good designer will push you while still steering you away from choices you would regret later. On Marshall Ave, Lauren Lerner nudged the clients toward bolder choices than they would have made alone. They were open to every idea, and in their review they wrote that she suggested things they never would have considered.
Does Living with Lolo work in Paradise Valley?
Yes, Living with Lolo designs, remodels, and furnishes luxury homes throughout Paradise Valley, including Cheney Estates, where Marshall Ave is located, and Camelback Country Estates. The firm, led by Lauren Lerner, has completed full remodels and furnishing projects across the town. See our Paradise Valley interior design page for more projects, including Desert Escape and Camelback Estates.
Is Living with Lolo a licensed general contractor in Arizona?
Yes, Living with Lolo holds an active Arizona general contractor license, ROC #347577, so Lauren Lerner and her team can manage both interior design and construction under one contract for homeowners in Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, and the greater Phoenix area. That means one point of contact and clear accountability from the first concept through final installation. When a homeowner already has a builder, as on Marshall Ave, we work alongside them as the design lead instead.
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. Voted PHOENIX magazine's Readers' Choice winner for Interior Design in 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Vogue Living (Australia), Martha Stewart, and The Wall Street Journal. She holds an active Arizona General Contractor license (ROC #347577) and specializes in high-end residential design across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and the greater Phoenix metro area.

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What the Data Shows About Luxury Home Investment in Scottsdale

The 2026 Houzz & Home Study reports that homeowners who work with a professional interior designer spend a median of 43% more on their projects than those who manage design independently, and report significantly higher satisfaction with the outcome. For luxury homes in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley, that investment premium reflects the complexity of the projects and the finish level the market expects.
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. At that price point, renovation and design decisions have material consequences at resale. Work done at a luxury standard retains and builds value. Work done below market standard does the opposite.