Award-Winning Interior Designer in Scottsdale, Arizona

Are Gray Floors Ever Okay?

Sunset polled designers on whether gray-toned flooring has run its course, pairing Lauren Lerner’s take with a Living with Lolo kitchen project. “We moved away from cool-toned wood and tiles a while ago because they were everywhere, and in Arizona especially, they fight the light instead of working with it,” Lerner says.

We Asked Experts: What Bathroom Fixture Brand Do You Prefer?

House Digest asked design pros which bathroom fixture brands they actually spec. Lauren Lerner named Delta, Brizo, and Kohler, noting Delta and Brizo share a valve platform so the plumbing stays interchangeable even when finishes differ.

Here’s How a Designer Renovated a Primary Bathroom Virtually

Lauren walks through how she approached a complete primary bathroom renovation through virtual collaboration, proving that impactful design does not require being on-site.

Fabulous People: Lauren Lerner

Fabulous Arizona profiles Lauren as one of the area's standout creatives, spotlighting her design philosophy and the business she built from the ground up in Scottsdale.

Cool House: Renovated home in Chandler

Fox 10 featured this renovated Chandler home, showcasing Lauren's ability to modernize a dated property while honoring its original character and the homeowners' lifestyle.

Bathroom of the Week: Airy, Boho Look and a Wood Vanity

Houzz selected this airy, bohemian bathroom as its Bathroom of the Week, spotlighting the custom wood vanity and spa-like atmosphere Lauren designed for the space.

Vibe: Modern Southwestern

Scottsdale City Lifestyle explored Lauren's signature Modern Southwestern aesthetic, showing how she blends warm textures, natural materials, and clean lines into a distinctly Arizona look.

Life Imitates Art

Modern Luxury Scottsdale profiled Lauren in an exclusive feature exploring how her design philosophy mirrors the art she brings into her clients' homes.

The Design Questionnaire With Lauren Lerner of Living with Lolo

Love Happens put Lauren through their in-depth Design Questionnaire, covering her inspirations, creative process, and the philosophy behind Living with Lolo.

Designer Friday: An aspire Exclusive Interview With Lauren Lerner

Aspire magazine sat down with Lauren for an exclusive Designer Friday interview, covering her path into interior design and what drives her creative process.

Hello Neighbor

Scottsdale North News introduced Lauren as a neighbor and rising design voice in the community, sharing her story and what sets her work apart.

Meet LAUREN LERNER | LIVING WITH LOLO

Shoutout Arizona spotlights Lauren as one of the Valley's standout entrepreneurs, sharing her journey building Living with Lolo into a recognized interior design brand.

Exploring Life & Business with Lauren Lerner of Living with Lolo

Voyage Phoenix explored Lauren's entrepreneurial journey, from her early career to building Living with Lolo into a full-service interior design firm serving the Southwest.

Storytime: Scaling up a business

Canvas Rebel features Lauren's story of scaling her business, sharing the challenges, breakthroughs, and strategies behind growing Living with Lolo.

Meet Lauren Lerner

Bold Journey profiles Lauren's path as a designer and business owner, highlighting the decisions and mindset that shaped Living with Lolo into what it is today.

Winners of the 2023 Best of the Valley Readers Choice Ballot

PHOENIX magazine readers voted Living with Lolo the Interior Design winner in the 2023 Best of the Valley Readers' Choice awards, the first of four wins in a row (2023 through 2026).

Tour a Contemporary Home That Embraces the Desert Landscape Surrounding It

Haven magazine toured this contemporary Arizona home, featuring Lauren's desert-inspired design approach and how the architecture responds to its dramatic natural surroundings.

At Home with Lauren Lerner

Upscale Living spent time at Lauren's home, exploring her personal design choices and how her own space reflects the warm, livable aesthetic she creates for clients.

Trendsetter to Know: Lauren Lerner, CEO and Founder of Living with Lolo

Arizona Foothills Magazine recognized Lauren as a Trendsetter to Know, profiling her as a leading creative voice in luxury residential design across the Valley.

A Conversation with Lauren Lerner

Palmer Industries sat down with Lauren for an in-depth conversation about her design process, material sourcing philosophy, and what it takes to run a growing firm.

Paradise Valley Community Magazine 2024

Lauren is featured in Paradise Valley Community Magazine's 2024 issue, spotlighting her work in one of Arizona's most prestigious and design-conscious residential communities.

A Stunning Arizona Home with Enchanting Gardens

Homeworthy showcased this stunning Arizona home with enchanting desert gardens, highlighting Lauren's approach to indoor-outdoor living and connection to the natural landscape.

Step Inside Rockies’ Pitcher Austin Gomber’s Offseason Home

Furniture Today went inside Colorado Rockies pitcher Austin Gomber's off-season home, a project Lauren designed and styled for the MLB athlete.

Meet Lauren Lerner

Canvas Rebel introduces Lauren and the story behind Living with Lolo, from her design beginnings to building a recognizable brand in the competitive Southwest market.

Perfectly Imperfect: A Wabi-Sabi Renovation in North Scottsdale

Custom Builder featured Lauren's Wabi-Sabi renovation in North Scottsdale, exploring how she layered organic materials and intentional imperfection throughout the high-end build.

Living With Lolo Founder Named as a 2025 Person of the Year – Praiseworthy Picks

Lauren was named a 2025 Person of the Year by Praiseworthy Picks, recognizing her contributions to interior design and her entrepreneurial leadership at Living with Lolo.

How to Highlight Your Soundbar in a Small Space

Lauren Lerner shares expert tips on making a soundbar feel intentional in a small space, from floating mounts to styled shelving arrangements.

The Art of the Remodel

Modern Home Builders spotlighted Lauren's renovation work, exploring the artistry behind her remodel process and how she transforms spaces with precision and intention.

A Shared Language- Our Wabi Sabi Project Before & After

Kitchen and Bath Business explored Lauren's completed Wabi-Sabi project in a before-and-after feature, showing the design language she used to bring warmth and texture to every room.

Before & After: Wabi-Sabi Design in Arizona

KBB featured Lauren's Wabi-Sabi Arizona project as a complete before-and-after, highlighting her layering of natural textures and raw materials throughout the renovation.

Voices of the Southwest

Southwest Homes Su Casa selected Lauren as one of the Voices of the Southwest, recognizing her as a defining creative talent shaping residential design in the region.

Ask the Interior Designer

Residential Systems featured Lauren in their Ask the Interior Designer column, covering how she integrates technology, smart home systems, and audio-visual design into her projects.

Community Highlights: Meet Lauren Lerner of Living with Lolo

Voyage Phoenix's Community Highlights series introduces Lauren to the broader Phoenix community, spotlighting her design career and the growing impact of Living with Lolo in the Valley.

12 Fastest-Growing Construction Companies in Arizona

AZ Big Media named Living with Lolo #7 on its 2026 list of the 12 fastest-growing construction companies in Arizona, citing the firm's No. 2,235 rank on the Inc. 5000.

12 Arizona Companies Make Inc.'s Best Workplaces 2026 List

AZ Big Media recognized Living with Lolo among Inc.'s Best Workplaces in Arizona for 2026, highlighting the company culture and Lauren's leadership in building a thriving design team.

Minimalism Reigns In A Midcentury Modern Santa Barbara Home

Lauren was selected for Luxe Interiors + Design's "Next in Design 99" list, recognizing the most innovative luxury residential designers in the country. This feature showcases a refined midcentury project and her approach to restraint in high-end design.

Interior Designer Lauren Lerner Transforms Her Home into a Posh Paradise

Phoenix Home & Garden went inside Lauren's personal Scottsdale home, a full renovation she designed and built herself. The feature illustrates how she applies the same full-service, design-build approach to her own home that she brings to every client project.

13 Small Entryway Ideas You Can DIY

Architectural Digest selected Lauren as one of the designers to advise readers on creating impactful entryways in smaller spaces. Her design was featured alongside some of the most recognized names in American interior design.

11 of the Best Wallpapers, According to Designers

Veranda, one of the most respected publications in luxury interior design, turned to Lauren for her expert wallpaper picks. Her selections reflect her signature approach to layered, tactile spaces where pattern and material work together.

30 Awesome Living Room Decor Ideas

Forbes featured Lauren's living room work in their definitive guide to high-end home design. Her projects were cited for balancing luxury aesthetics with everyday livability, a hallmark of the Living with Lolo approach to whole-home design.

30 Home Office Design Ideas We Love

HGTV featured Lauren's home office design work as the remote work era reshaped how clients think about their spaces. Her projects were recognized for creating offices that function well without sacrificing the design integrity of the home.

20 Creative Ways to Make Your TV Blend in With Your Wall Decor

Feature showcasing Living with Lolo rooms

What Designers Say They'd Never Buy for Their Own Homes Again

House Beautiful featured Lauren Lerner's insight on glass front doors in this piece on design decisions industry professionals have reconsidered for their own homes.

9 Clever Ways Designers Are Circumventing Covid Delays

House Beautiful featured Lauren's creative solutions for navigating the supply chain disruptions that affected the design industry during 2021. Her resourcefulness and deep vendor network allowed her team to keep projects on track while other firms stalled.

Small Patio? These 4 Seating Layout Ideas Help Create More Room Without Sacrificing Comfort

The Spruce featured Lauren’s expert guidance on making small outdoor spaces work harder, drawing on her experience designing patios across Scottsdale and Paradise Valley.

How AI Is Changing the Interior Design Process

House Beautiful features Lauren Lerner's perspective on how AI is reshaping the interior design process, including her direct quotes and a backlink to Living with Lolo.

Open-Concept Homes Are Out, Here's What's Taking Their Place

Good Housekeeping asked designers what is replacing open floor plans, and Lauren Lerner of Living with Lolo explained the rise of hybrid layouts that keep a home open while giving each space a clear purpose.

7 Most Overlooked Features in Well-Designed Homes

Good Housekeeping named the small details that define a well-designed home, with Lauren Lerner of Living with Lolo detailing how thoughtful transitions between rooms keep a space feeling calm and cohesive.

Interior Designers Agree: Get Rid of These 7 Things for a More Timeless Home

The Spruce features Lauren Lerner's expert guidance on building a timeless interior, including her quotes on faux materials, excess clutter, and finishes that date a space.

The Year of the Front Yard: Outdoor Living Is the New Curb Appeal

Forbes looked at how homeowners are turning front yards into outdoor living rooms, and Lauren Lerner of Living with Lolo explained how Scottsdale homeowners are trading lawns for shaded, livable spaces built with seating walls, ramadas, and drought-tolerant planting.

Inc. Best Workplaces 2026: 12 Phoenix-Area Employers Putting People First

Inc. named Living with Lolo one of 12 Phoenix-area companies on its 2026 Best Workplaces list, recognizing the Scottsdale design and construction firm for the culture it built for its team.

What's Your Most Unlikely Source for Furniture and Decor?

Business of Home asked six designers for their most surprising sourcing secrets, and Lauren Lerner of Living with Lolo said the real answer isn't a hidden gem, it's reliability, naming Four Hands and Moss Home as the vendor partners her team trusts most.

We Asked Designers Which 6 Paint Colors They'd Never Regret Using in a Room

The Spruce asked designers for the paint colors they would use again and again, and Lauren Lerner of Living with Lolo named White Dove by Benjamin Moore and Retreat by Sherwin-Williams as two she returns to on nearly every project.

How a Personal Assistant Helped This Designer Grow Her Business

Lauren walks through how strategic hiring, from an executive assistant to an outsourced ops team, let her scale Living with Lolo without losing her hands-on approach to client work.

24 Home Gym Ideas That Will Make You Want to Workout

Two of Lauren's home gym designs are featured in this roundup of creative, budget-friendly workout space ideas, credited to Living with Lolo and photographer Life Created.

Interior Designers Say These Colors Will Make Your Home Look More Expensive

Lauren shares her go-to trick for warm white walls, Benjamin Moore White Dove, paired with matte black or aged bronze fixtures to give a space an upgraded, more finished look.

8 Things You Should Never Say to Your Builder

Lauren explains why changing plans mid-project can derail a timeline and budget, and why any necessary change should be flagged the moment it comes up, not after the fact.

How to Take a Builder-Grade Bathroom From Basic to Custom Without a Full Renovation

The Spruce turned to Lauren Lerner, principal and founder of Living with Lolo, for budget-friendly ways to upgrade a builder-grade bathroom, from swapping hardware finishes to layering in a vintage rug.

5 Mistakes That Are Making Your Bathroom Look Smaller, According to Designers

Better Homes & Gardens asked Lauren Lerner, CEO and founder of Living with Lolo, what shrinks a bathroom visually, from poor lighting and dark paint to bold patterns and oversized vanities.

10 Simple Ways to Start Using AI in Your Firm

Business of Home featured Lauren Lerner, principal designer of Living with Lolo, on the proprietary AI tools her firm built for call transcription, proposal generation, and procurement tracking.

Are Gray Floors Ever Okay? Designers Share Their Honest Opinions

Sunset asked designers about the gray floor trend, and Lauren Lerner of Living with Lolo explained why her team moved away from cool toned wood and tile in Arizona's warm, direct light.

We Asked Experts: What Bathroom Fixture Brand Do You Prefer?

House Digest asked Lauren Lerner of Living with Lolo which bathroom fixture brands she trusts, and she explained why Delta, Brizo, and Kohler each earn a place in her projects.

The 10 Most Popular New Bedrooms Right Now

Houzz ranked a Living with Lolo primary bedroom among its 10 most-saved new bedrooms, a mountain-modern Park City retreat built around wide glass walls and sweeping Wasatch views.