Rebecca Foster Design

Describe the featured project.

This project has truly been a gift. Our client is an artist with a vivid, exacting vision but no clear path to execution. She trusted us to bring her dream to life, and we in turn fully embraced her vision and made it our mission to translate it into reality. Every detail in the home was custom-designed—from reclaimed cabinets to hand-selected vintage flooring. We created countless mockups along the way, knowing that if a single element didn’t feel right, we’d need to start over. It was “measure twice, cut once” … on steroids.

Beyond her creative eye, our client is a celebrated dancer known for hosting spectacular gatherings. So we weren’t just designing for her day-to-day life—we were designing for the multiple parties she hosts each year, each one with over 100 guests. Balancing beauty with function, elegance with durability was essential. Some finishing touches are still coming together, but this project was too meaningful not to share even before it’s complete. 

What small details do you think often get overlooked but make a big impact?

Cabinet hardware is the jewelry of a space—it’s the finishing touch that ties everything together and gives a room its personality. But one detail I  particularly loved in this project was our custom sink in the powder room, paired with vintage lighting sourced from 1stDibs and a striking modern mirror. Our client has an eclectic spirit and wanted that reflected in every inch of the design. In the powder room, she envisioned something sexy and moody, so we used Roman Clay on the walls to create depth and texture. It’s these thoughtful, layered choices—the mix of old and new, matte and shine—that make a space feel truly intentional.

How do you guide clients who aren’t sure what they want, or whose ideas conflict with the space?

We lean in to every tool at our disposal to help bring a client’s vision to life—whether that’s a detailed 3D rendering or a full-scale plywood mockup. Our goal is always clarity before construction. 

When we sense that a design idea might not align with the space—or that the final result could fall short of expectations—we pause and present options. It might take more time up-front, but it’s always worth it to explore different paths before we build. Guiding clients through that process with care and creativity ensures the end result is both beautiful and deeply personal.

Rebecca photographed by Shane O’Donnell