Meet Lauren Whetsell

Meet our Studio Coordinator, Lauren Whetsell! A native of South Carolina, Lauren received her Associate’s degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Trident Technical College before kicking off her career at the Daniel Island Club, where she quickly discovered her love for hospitality and creativity. During her time at Daniel Island Club, Lauren led the … Read more

School’s Out, Pools In!

As Kiawah interior designers, we know the importance of a good outdoor pool patio for those long summer days and warm summer evenings. What could be better than beating the heat with a refreshing dip, followed by grilling a family dinner by the pool? We’re firm believers that liveable and functional shouldn’t compromise design. And … Read more

2024 Met Gala Style

The Met Gala is an annual fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute, and provides celebrities and leaders in the art industries an opportunity to showcase extravagant red-carpet fashion. As designers, we highly anticipate this high-fashion red carpet event every year and the 2024 Met Gala style certainly did not disappoint. This year’s … Read more

MDI Luxury Design Update

Notice anything different? That’s right, we’ve updated our look! Big things are happening here at MDI Luxury Design and we’re excited for what’s to come. New name, new branding, and new website, same unique MDI touch! So, why the change? For years we’ve worked with our lovely clients to create spaces that are both luxurious … Read more

What We Love About Daniel Island

Daniel Island is a charming and vibrant community located between Charleston and Mount Pleasant. Though its convenient location allows for an easy trip to downtown Charleston or to one of the Lowcountry’s famous beautiful beaches, the peninsula has so much to offer on its own. From beautiful landscapes and rich history to its thriving culinary … Read more

Interiors Inspired by Rainbow Row

Have you heard? Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow this year, predicting an early spring! As warmer days approach, we’re appreciating the optimism of all things spring, especially bright colors. Charleston’s iconic Rainbow Row is a row of charming historic houses known for its bright and bold colors, hence the name. Incorporating these spring … Read more

Meet Heather

Please meet Heather Kates, who oversees all design projects as our Design Director here at MDI! Heather is from a small town in Illinois, but moved to Chicago to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design from Harrington College of Design. Since then, Heather has lived in many different cities, including New York City, Columbus, … Read more

Condos We Love

Welcome to the world of chic Charleston condos, where size doesn’t cramp style. We always love a good challenge and we’re here to prove that condos can be just as luxurious, spacious, and functional as larger homes. With the utilization of every space, condos really pack a punch in terms of design. In this blog … Read more