5 Surprises that can Blow Up your Design Budget

5 Surprises that can Blow Up your Design Budget

Design budget surprises are one of the most common reasons renovation and interior projects run over budget. We have a little joke in the design studio. If a client says “we just need _____,” there is no such thing as “just.” Although it’s understandable that a lot of...
Embracing Growth: Lessons from a Year of Transformation

Embracing Growth: Lessons from a Year of Transformation

“In order to have the life you want, you have to let go of the life you had.”— Joseph Campbell At Fixture Studio, growth isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a core value that defines who we are and how we approach our work. For us, growth means learning to get comfortable...
Musings of a Wannabe Economist

Musings of a Wannabe Economist

President Harry Truman once famously quipped he wished he could find a “one-handed economist,” lamenting that economists always hedge their opinions with on the one hand… but on the other hand… At Fixture Studio, we don’t claim to be economists (of either the...
Partnering with Designers Improves Overall Satisfaction

Partnering with Designers Improves Overall Satisfaction

Don’t you love headlines like that? Who doesn’t want more overall satisfaction in their lives?! And isn’t it good to know a great designer can do that for you?! You’re probably feeling lighter already. As mentioned in my “what is great design” blog, we did a short...
The Fixture Studio Ethos

The Fixture Studio Ethos

Here at Fixture Studio, our ethos is simple yet profound: we prioritize the well-being of those who dedicate themselves to serving our clients. Embracing a culture of joy and camaraderie, we infuse creativity into every aspect of our work, recognizing that exceptional...