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
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
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
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
What better way to start a new year than with a podcast feature? Design Biz Survival Guide Podcast features design professionals from all over the world. Founder Rick Campos is a former interior designer himself and enjoys spending his days chatting with other designers about life and the world of design. Margaret was featured on … Read more
2024 is a big year for Pantone, as it officially marks 25 years of the Pantone Color of the Year program. In December, the institute announced Peach Fuzz as the 2024 Pantone Color of the Year. Pantone is the leading source of inspiration and authority on color in the world of design. Each year they … Read more
Charleston Style & Design magazine- a leading publication in all things design and lifestyle in the Lowcountry- featured one of our Daniel Island projects in its Winter 2024 issue. This project, which can also be found on the cover, had its own feature article. The article, Mixed Media, discusses the importance of working with impressive … Read more
As the temperatures start to drop, we’re finding ourselves moving indoors searching for cozy spaces. From color and lighting to texture and materials, so much goes into creating restful interiors that are comfortable, warm, and inviting. In this blog post, we’re celebrating cozy spaces that invite you to unwind in comfort and style. Whether you’re … Read more
MDI is proud to announce that we received two 2023 ASID Awards: a Silver Award for a Residential New Construction and a Silver Award for a Residential Renovation. In the world of interior design, the American Society of Interior Design (ASID) has been a leading source of community and inspiration since its founding in 1975. … Read more
Margaret Donaldson of MDI Interior Design was recently featured in a fantastic Business of Home article focused on minimizing waste. Established in 2009, Business of Home is a leading source of inspiration for professionals in the home industry. The article discusses how to gracefully part with furniture that no longer fits a client’s vision or … Read more