When I was a teenager, I was a lifeguard, taught aquafit, swimming lessons, and even started my own private swimming school called Cynthia’s Aquatics. I loved being outside, tanning all summer, and hanging out with some pretty cool kids.

If you’ve been following the world of interior design (or just trying to buy a sofa without having a minor heart attack), you’ve probably noticed that things… cost more these days. A lot more.

What went wrong when I finally snuck a peek into my dream house When I meet with new clients for the first time, we always talk about...