25 Designer Tips for Bringing Trendy Maximalism Into Your Home

Meet Isabel Ladd — a Kentucky-based designer with a passion for maximalism and a knack for knowing exactly how to implement a mélange of colors, textures and patterns in a space without ever compromising on style.

Isabel’s design style falls somewhere between a no-holds-barred approach to color and patterns and a museum-like curation of aesthetics. She is able to make a space feel loud and bold, yet still welcoming and cozy.

“The thing I love the most about design is its ability to transform the way you feel. Design can energize or calm you, and certainly make you feel content and grounded when you walk into your home, your happy place, your retreat from the world,” says Isabel. It’s this understanding that allows her to create irresistible design moments for her clients.

This living room is packed with an assortment of colors, patterns and textures, yet nothing seems out of place. “While maximalism does indeed glorify the idea of excess, I like to execute it in a very curated way. Everything has its place, and nothing is out of place. For instance, a coffee table is loaded with books, memorabilia and a fabulous plant and cachepot. However, every piece is meticulously placed, and accessories are balanced,” notes Isabel.