On May 2nd Margaret hosted a beautiful party to celebrate the 30-year anniversary of her business, Margaret Donaldson Interiors, a.k.a. MDI. In her speech she shared that she decided to opened her own business just a few days before she was due to give birth to Robert , her first son. With one adventure after another she grew her business into what it is today – a busy, beloved and respected design firm.
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Margaret Finds Inspiration in Belize
Margaret and Rob took a well-earned break over Easter to the small village of Placencia, Belize. Placencia was settled in the 17th century by settlers from Nova Scotia but eventually resettled by Spaniards. Mangroves, white sand beaches, and the Caribbean Sea surround the peninsula.
MDI’s Favorite Netflix Interiors
Our designers are always looking for inspiration – even when we’re Netflix binging! Today we’re sharing some of our favorite interior design from TV and movie sets:
Arden Climbs Kilimanjaro
Arden Climbs Kilimanjaro
Recently our office assistant, Arden McKenzie climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa.
The Difference Between a Decorator and a Designer
Have you ever wondered about the difference between an Interior Decorator and an Interior Designer? Do decorators design, or do designers decorate? It turns out there’s a big difference and The Council for Interior Design Qualification (CIDQ) wants consumers to know.
Margaret Visits New Zealand
About this time last year, Margaret and her husband Rob had the opportunity to travel to New Zealand for a wedding. The trip from Charleston to “The Land of the Long White Cloud” takes about 24 hours, but is well worth the effort!
Ashley Hall Renovation Project
Ashley Hall, Charleston’s all-girls day school, has been a beloved part of Charleston’s history for more than a hundred years. Our founder, Margaret, grew up in Charleston and attended Ashley Hall from grades 9 – 12. We were pleased and proud to be the interior designer for the Warren Street House, part of Ashley Hall’s “From Here to There” renovation program.
Take a Peek at Our Process in a Behind-the-Scenes Video
Ever wondered what it’s like to work with an interior designer? Curious about what a designer does? Check out our new video.
Trip Report: Liz Visits Tulum, Mexico
Thinking about vacation already? Our Design Assistant, Liz Fraser, recently visited Tulum, Mexico and a winter day seems like a good time to revel in her photos and design inspiration.
Meet Designing Dog – Dugan!
Dogs are a big part of our MDI family, and we’ve been happy to welcome Ryan Vaughn’s dog, Dugan to the pack.