As the days grow shorter and the evenings grow longer, we’re finding ourselves spending more time indoors under the glow of our homes’ lighting. In the world of luxury interior design, lighting is so much more than a functional necessity. It’s an opportunity to set the mood, make a statement, and make a space truly … Read more
We love working with our Kiawah Island interior design clients! Kiawah Island is a hidden gem located just south of Charleston and is famous for its southern charm, beautiful wide beaches, world-class golf courses, and luxury dining. Whether you prefer outdoor adventure and recreation or fine dining and spa accommodations, this Lowcountry favorite offers something … Read more
Bold color is making waves in the world of luxury interior design. In fact, when it comes to creating a memorable space, few design elements pack as much punch as bold color. Gone are the days of bespoke design being completely synonymous with simple beiges and creams. We’re excited to participate in the era of … Read more
Even as many of us have headed back into the office, home offices have quickly become a necessity, providing a space to escape the chaos of the home and focus on the task at hand. Whether you’re working from home full-time or simply need a quiet spot for everyday admin tasks, your home office should … Read more
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
We are so proud of this feature in Charleston Style & Design magazine’s winter issue! This Kiawah home was a new build, so MDI was able to work closely with the builder and architect throughout the entire project, resulting in a cohesiveness between the build and the design. The homeowners wanted a modern home with … Read more
MDI received a first place ASID award for this Kiawah vacation home. This was a fun project that allowed us to really cater to the homeowners and their family. For this project, we were tasked with providing a family with teenagers a place to disconnect and create memories together. There is no shortage of gathering … Read more
One of the things we enjoy most about the interior design process is creating family friendly gathering spaces with our clients and their specific goals in mind. For this Kiawah vacation home, we were asked to create a welcoming space for a family with teenagers to disconnect and create memories together. The open concept of … Read more
We have a fun project to share with you today. We renovated this family’s Kiawah Island vacation home into a retirement home that showcases their love of the Lowcountry, family, and entertaining. This project began with the unique goal of keeping memories of years of family vacations alive, while also updating the space to make … Read more
Margaret Donaldson Interiors was recently featured in an editorial Ideabook on the homepage of Houzz! Houzz is one of our favorite platforms to share ideas with fellow designers and property owners. The article featuring MDI provides ideas about how to minimize distractions and prioritize pockets of time to enjoy simple pleasures. We wholeheartedly agree with … Read more