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Welcome to Smith and Daughter Interiors

by Christie Kotobi on Feb 21, 2025

Heritage Meets Home

Hello and a warm welcome to the very first blog post from Smith and Daughter Interiors! We're thrilled to finally launch this space where we can share our design journey, inspiration, and the stories behind our favorite projects.

Who are we? I'm Christie, with a background in human resources, and my mom, Laurel, brings her strong entrepreneurial experience from retail and home care and designer mind. We're a mother-daughter team connected by family ties, but united by our shared passion for thoughtful, timeless design. Our approach blends the warmth and character of antique and vintage pieces with carefully selected modern elements—creating spaces that feel both fresh and grounded in history.

As a family duo, we bring complementary perspectives to each project. Laurel's entrepreneurial spirit and eye for authentic period details and vintage treasures pairs beautifully with my organizational skills from HR and passion for transitional and moody traditional design elements. You can often find me with my nose in a book about recent world history (18th century forward) — a passion that fuels my excitement whenever we discover authentic pieces from these periods. Together, we craft interiors that honor the past while embracing the present—truly embodying our philosophy of "Heritage Meets Home."

We believe the most welcoming and meaningful spaces tell a story. Whether it's a cherished family heirloom, a one-of-a-kind vintage find, or a beautifully crafted modern piece, each element contributes to the narrative of your home.

At our core, we share a deep belief that home is the foundation of all good things in life. Our own personal heritage has profoundly shaped this belief system—teaching us that a thoughtfully designed home nurtures relationships, creates lasting memories, and provides the comfort we all need to thrive. This philosophy guides every piece we select and every space we help create.

Our shop offers a carefully curated selection of authentic antiques and vintage pieces available for resale, alongside quality antique reproductions and new modern traditional decor and furnishings. This thoughtful mix allows you to blend heritage pieces with contemporary elements that complement your home perfectly—whether you're looking for a statement piece or seeking to refresh your entire space.

In the coming weeks, we'll be sharing more about our design process, featuring some of our favorite projects, and offering tips on how to incorporate heritage pieces into your modern home.

Thank you for joining us on this journey. We can't wait to share our love of modern traditional design with you all! 

Christie & Laurel
Smith and Daughter Interiors

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