Meet Kate Hutchison
Founded in 2015, kate.h.design is a full-service interior design studio that specializes in high-end residential projects. From new construction to renovations and decorating, owner Kate Hutchison offers a personal experience that caters to each client's individual needs and aesthetic. Known for her meticulous attention to detail, Kate creates classic, functional, and comfortable spaces. Her fresh take on traditional design is both sophisticated and practical, resulting in environments that are timeless and livable. Kate is an NC native currently residing in Raleigh with her husband and two dogs. She graduated from NC State (Go Wolfpack!) before getting her degree in Interior Design from Meredith College. Her favorite color is blue (as you can see reflected in a lot of her designs!), she loves classic motifs, architecture and millwork, and is a huge board gamer! Welcome, Kate!
What is your favorite EH pattern and why?
"The Perennial fabric in Sprout from the Crafted Collection! I love the range of blues and greens as well as the ratio of color to neutral ground in that one. It feels timeless but also fresh."
Where would you use Perennial and how would you style it?
"The size of the pattern repeat makes it really versatile - it would make beautiful drapery panels, pillows or even a headboard! I'd pair it with solid, textural blues or greens and a classic small scale check."
What is the first thing you start with when designing a room?
"It totally depends on the project/client and from what we are drawing inspiration, but space planning is always one of the first things that has to happen! It can be tempting to jump ahead to the 'pretty stuff', but it's crucial to nail down a functional furniture layout that serves your family's needs as the foundation for any space."
Do you see any advantages of working with smaller textile lines?
"I love working with boutique lines. It allows me to incorporate fabrics and wallpapers that haven't been seen a million times before, which is really helpful as I'm creating personal and unique spaces for my clients. There is also usually more opportunity for customization within smaller lines, and the ability to play around with scale and colorways is invaluable when you have a really specific textile need!"
What's your favorite room to design?
"On the design side, bathrooms. On the decorating side, bedrooms. "