Revive Designer Rachel Simpson Featured in House Beautiful
Our Senior Interior Designer, Rachel Simpson, was recently featured in House Beautiful, sharing her expertise on how homeowners can use “decorative camouflage” to make common design eyesores less noticeable. The article was also published on AOL, bringing Rachel’s advice to an even wider audience.
Every home has a few features that don’t quite fit the overall design. Whether it’s outdated flooring, awkward cabinet gaps, or architectural details that draw unwanted attention, fixing them doesn’t always require a major renovation.
In the House Beautiful article, How Designers Use “Decorative Camouflage” to Make the Ugliest Things in Your Home Disappear, Rachel explains how thoughtful design choices can redirect attention, create visual balance, and make existing features feel more intentional.
Small Design Changes That Make a Big Difference
One example Rachel discusses is older flooring that may be too expensive or disruptive to replace. Instead of working against it, she recommends choosing complementary wall colors, incorporating area rugs, and using decor to shift the room’s visual focus. These changes can help dated floors blend into a refreshed space.
Rachel also shares a practical solution for kitchen cabinets that don’t reach the ceiling. By painting the wall above the cabinets the same color as the cabinetry, homeowners can create the illusion of taller cabinets and a more cohesive kitchen without replacing them.
Great design isn’t always about replacing what you have. Sometimes it’s about finding a better way to work with it.
The article also features before-and-after examples of Rachel’s work, showing how carefully selected colors and finishes can make a noticeable difference without a complete overhaul.
At Revive Design and Renovation, we believe every home has potential. Our team looks at how a space functions, how its existing features work together, and where thoughtful improvements can make the biggest impact.
We’re proud to see Rachel’s design expertise recognized by House Beautiful and shared with readers on AOL. Explore the full feature for more of her tips and real project examples.
