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At mr alex TATE studio, we believe design is a living conversation—shaped by culture, craftsmanship, and the ever-evolving ways people inhabit their spaces. Our blog is where we share that dialogue with you. From emerging design trends to behind-the-scenes insights from our studio, we break down what’s new, what’s next, and how thoughtful design can elevate everyday living. Stay inspired, stay informed, and explore the ideas shaping the homes of tomorrow.
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Where Should You Spend and Save on a Los Angeles Luxury Home Renovation?
Where should you spend and save when designing a luxury home in Los Angeles? Interior designer Alex Alonso shares where to invest, where to save, and how to create a timeless home.
How to Design a Miami Second Home
How do you design a Miami second home? Interior designer Alex Alonso shares his approach to creating a personal, luxurious Miami retreat with color, custom details and fearless curation.
How to Make a Florida Home Feel Curated, Not Coastal-Themed
Interior designer Alex Alonso from mr alex TATE Design on why Florida homes shouldn't default to "coastal." Learn his method for fearless curation, layering pattern, and building a true color story in…
How Do You Design a Luxury Salt Lake City Home Without Making It Look Like Every Other Mountain Home?
Interior designer Alex Alonso of mr alex TATE on designing luxury Salt Lake City and Park City homes that skip the timber-and-antler cliché in favor of bold, layered, Modern American Maximalism.
When Should You Hire an Interior Designer for a Los Angeles Remodel?
Learn when to hire an interior designer for a Los Angeles remodel and why early collaboration can create a more cohesive, thoughtfully designed home.
How to Design a Palm Beach Home With Color and Pattern.
Interior designer Alex Alonso shares his method for layering bold color, pattern, and texture in a Palm Beach home—drawn from his Audubon, Matheson, and Park Ave projects.
Rebuilding Pacific Palisades: How I’m Helping Bring One of L.A.’s Most Storied Neighborhoods Home
Discover how interior designer Alex Alonso is helping rebuild Pacific Palisades homes with thoughtful design, timeless character, and a sense of place.
The New Naples Skyline: Inside the Ultra-Luxury Condominiums Transforming Naples, Florida
Naples' luxury condo market is entering a new era — marina residences, Ritz-Carlton branded towers, and Four Seasons beachfront living. mr. alex TATE Design breaks down what's rising and how we design…
Los Angeles Interior Design: Why Bold Beats Beautiful in the City That Rewards Risk
Mr Alex Tate Interior Design on working in Los Angeles — from Marina del Rey to Beverly Hills — blending bold, edited maximalism with LA's architectural range.
Luxury Mountain Lodge Interior Design in Park City, Deer Valley & Utah
Mr Alex Tate Interior Design on designing luxury mountain lodges in the Utah mountains — Park City, Deer Valley & Wasatch Peaks — blending bold materials with warmth, scale, and fearless curation.
Designing in Palm Beach, Manalapan and Florida's Gold Coast
I grew up in Florida during the 80s. During that time, a good part of what luxury meant was reflected in the Palm Beach lifestyle. The tony enclaves shrouded in discretion and privacy were a mix of…
Why Hire a Full Service Interior Designer?
Why hire a full service interior designer? See how expert curation, project oversight, and custom detailing create a bold, timeless home.
Wasatch Peaks Ranch: Where the Mountain Rewards the Few
Discover Wasatch Peaks Ranch, Utah's most exclusive private mountain community. Learn how mr alex TATE Design brings bespoke luxury interiors to this elite enclave of ski estates and mountain retreats.
How to Mix Bold Patterns Elegantly
Learn how to mix bold patterns elegantly with scale, color, and restraint to create layered interiors that feel refined, fearless, and timeless.
What Is Luxury Interior Design?
What is luxury interior design? It is thoughtful, tailored, high-impact design shaped by craftsmanship, curation, comfort, and lasting value.
Statement Lighting Interior Design Ideas
Statement lighting interior design brings drama, scale, and identity to a room. Learn how to choose bold fixtures that feel timeless.
7 Wallpaper Design Ideas That Last
Luxury wallpaper design ideas for bold, timeless interiors - from murals to textured grasscloth and metallics that elevate every room.
Custom Upholstery for Luxury Homes That Lasts
Custom upholstery for luxury homes brings tailored comfort, bold character, and lasting elegance to interiors designed with purpose.
Bold by Design, Never at the Expense of the Sky
Stand in front of the floor-to-ceiling glass of a South Florida high-rise at dusk and the question practically answers itself: why would anyone compete with that? The Atlantic bleeding into amber, the…
6 Timeless, Luxury Kitchen Remodel Ideas
Explore luxury kitchen remodel ideas that feel bold, tailored, and timeless, from statement stone and custom cabinetry to layered lighting.
Luxury Interior Design in Park City, UT
Discover what sets truly luxurious interiors apart in the Park City market. mr alex TATE brings bold, bespoke design to Deer Valley estates, mountain retreats, and hospitality properties across the Wasatch…
Downsizing to a Luxury Condo in Aventura, Miami | Maximalist Design
From Blank Canvas to Collected Sanctuary: Inside an Aventura Waterfront Condo Transformation I've always been a firm believer that interior design for modern condos doesn't have to mean cold minimalism.…
Custom Window Treatments for Fearlessly Curated Luxury Interiors
Custom window treatments luxury interiors rely on shape light, add softness, and create polished, deeply personal rooms with lasting impact.
9 Luxury Home Interior Design Ideas
Discover luxury home interior design ideas that feel bold, timeless, and personal, from layered materials to statement lighting and custom detail.
Why Salt Lake City Continues to Capture My Imagination (& my heart!)
Discover why Salt Lake City and Park City continue to captivate real estate investors, vacation home buyers, and luxury property seekers. From stunning Victorian architecture to modernist mountain masterpieces,…
Paris Déco Off: Why I Make an Annual Pilgrimage to the World's Best Textile Event
Every January, I travel to Paris Déco Off — the industry's premier home textile and fabric showcase. Here's why it's the creative event of the year for me.
Naples Tables: The February Charity Event Every Design Lover Should Know About
Naples Tables: The February Charity Event Every Design Lover Should Know About Every February, something special happens in Naples, FL — and if you love great design and even better company, you won't…
Why I Love Historical Home Remodels?
Alex Alonso shares his approach to remodeling 1930s and 1940s Spanish Mediterranean homes in Miami and abroad — preserving timeless charm while updating for modern living. Learn the 3 key principles.
Chicago Couple's Aventura Condo Kitchen Remodel: Mixing Maximalist and Minimalist Design
Discover how we helped luxury condo homeowners transform their Aventura residences into timeless spaces that honor collected treasures and create sophisticated gathering places for generations.
Designing a Luxury Villa in Antigua
Forget whitewashed walls and predictable palm prints. This is how modern American maximalism transforms a Caribbean villa into something actually worth talking about.
The Global Race for Miami's Luxury Real Estate
Miami's luxury real estate market has reached an unprecedented milestone: international buyers now represent 52% of all new construction sales across South Florida, with Latin American purchasers dominating…
My Personal Interior Design Retreat Through Fearless Curation
Discover how a forgotten 1984 Miami tract home was transformed into a stunning showcase of modern American maximalism—where Victorian boldness meets contemporary comfort, proving that suburban homes…
Preserving a 1930s Miami Bungalow
When it comes to historic home renovation in Miami, Belle Meade stands out as a neighborhood where architectural heritage hangs in the balance. This 1936 bungalow renovation project proves that preservation…
From a Whisper to a Shout! Maximalism's Renaissance
Discover why the quiet luxury and minimalism trends are fading as maximalism makes a bold comeback. Learn how mr alex TATE design creates personalized, layered interiors that tell your unique story.
Modern American Maximalism
Discover Modern American Maximalism, a bold interior design philosophy that embraces layered patterns, rich colors, and curated vintage-modern mixes inspired by Victorian design principles. Learn how this…
How I Transformed a Naples Mediterranean into a Maximalist Showcase
Step inside a Naples Coquina Sands home where coastal design breaks every rule, embracing fearless pattern mixing that proves beach houses deserve drama. This is maximalism under the Florida sun, where…
How I Collaborated with a Hollywood Producer to Design a Maximalist Oceanfront Retreat
Discover how modern American maximalism transforms a Marina del Rey beachside townhouse with bold colors, layered patterns, and theatrical design moments that challenge every coastal chic convention. …
Manalapan Maximalist Home Remodel
Discover how a historic Spanish Mediterranean oceanfront estate in Manalapan, Florida—once home to renowned artist Orville Bulman—transformed into a stunning masterpiece of modern American maximalism…
Our Southwest Florida Interior Design Philosophy
Discover our approach to sophisticated world of Southwest Florida interior design, where Naples elegance, Marco Island tranquility, and Bonita Springs charm come together. Learn how mr alex TATE's luxury…
Taking it to the Max! A guide to maximalist interior design.
At mr alex TATE Design, I believe maximalism isn't a trend—it's a philosophy. Explore the art of "more is more" and why layered, story-rich spaces speak to those who see less as a bore.
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