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BOUTIQUE INTERIOR DESIGN

Creating timeless and authentic interiors throughout Washington, DC

OUR MANIFESTO

Creating spaces for who we are,
and how we live.

Lorla Studio is a boutique interior design firm passionate about creating holistic design solutions that are an honest reflection of the unique personalities and brands that we work alongside. We collaborate with our clients, trusted trades and vendors to craft luxury interiors that are tailored to the parameters and challenges unique to each project. We implement our shared vision with a relentless eye for detail, resulting in spaces that are an authentic reflection of their users, and a seamless client experience. Our clients love the homes we design, finding them comfortable, intentional and timeless, ready to be lived-in and loved for years to come.

We provide services in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Georgetown, and throughout the Washington, DC area.

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COLLECTED & UNIQUE INTERIORS

Our approach is based on the core belief that the spaces we occupy affect the way we feel and live. A thoughtfully designed space can inspire action, solve problems, and elevate everyday experiences.

OUR SERVICES

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WHO WE ARE

We are a Washington, DC based interior design studio specializing in luxury residential renovations, remodels, and the custom design of hospitality spaces. We offer services in Washington, DC, Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Alexandria, VA, and surrounding areas. Contact us for more details.

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“I am thrilled and feel lucky to live in the home that Lorla Studio designed. They took tremendous care of us, and paid excellent attention to detail to deliver an extraordinary home to our family. We feel at peace because of their stunning work.
They are truly the best interior design artists, and created a home that is somehow cozy and warm while also feeling open and light. The experience far exceeded our expectations.”

- Don Vieira

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Morning light in the office. Before we make final material selections we like to study each option in a variety of different lights, and it’s amazing how different materials look in different lighting. This magical morning glow makes everything look good. ✨

This powder bath got a major glow up, while leaving many existing items in place to stay within budget. New: white oak vanity doors, hardware, floating shelves, zellige backsplash and vintage murano glass mirror. Untouched: vanity base, countertops, floors and sink.

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Reflections on 2024:

We broke ground on the renovation of my own home, after two years of planning, schematic design and wrestling with the desire for a modern design, bound by the limits of a historic preservation board(let’s just say we didn’t see eye to eye).

We started and finished a quick, but intense, project up in Croton-on-Hudson, NY (finished photos coming soon!).

We took on several new projects in the DC area, most of which will wrap in 2025.

We squeezed in a quick vacation to Mexico, a sourcing trip to LA, and always make time for family down in NC.

Perhaps most exciting is the growth of our team, with whom all of these exciting feats would not be possible. Thank you to our amazing and trusting clients, our incredible team and to all of you for following along. Cheers to 2024, and we can’t to keep up the hard work in 2025 🍾 @molly.m.walker @bethania316 @simona_mastrolia @brittney_vier_llc @brandcapture

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Santa be like: if only every chimney ended with a horns travertine mantel! Ho, Ho, Ho Santa, we hear you!

#dmvinteriordesigner #interiordesigner #trendingaudio #fyp #homeinspo #christmasdecor #christmastime #holidayseason #holidaydecor #washingtondc

A home is where memories are forged, deep meaningful relationships grow, and every corner is the backdrop of countless unforgettable moments. First steps in the kitchen beget the first day of Kindergarten, followed in a flash by drivers licenses and high school graduation– a house becomes part of the fabric of our families and communities. Because homes are often the largest purchase in a person’s life, they are often considered in financial terms like an investment. But can you really put a price on the place where you live, and raise a family? Where you host friends and family, celebrate the best of times, and come together? Click the link in bio to read our blog post with key tips for renovating an old home, and why we think it is worth the investment.

#trendingaudio #interiordesigner #dmvinteriordesigner #fyp #homeinspo #kensingtonmd #historichomes #transformation #fypシ

RUN, don’t walk, to your nearest soaking tub. We left the footprint of this large primary bath mainly intact, but update everything else. Photo @jennverrierphoto & styling @courtneyfavini

#beforeandafter #dmvinteriordesigner #dcinteriordesigner #washingtondc #bathroombeforeandafter #explorepage #bathroominspo #bathroomremodel

If you could have a speed dating event with your potential design team, including contracts and architects, that would be amazing, and so, so helpful. If you can’t find a way to set that up, check our blog post on the topic.

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One thing I have learned is that no matter how much we draw and render a space as we design it, the finished space is a always a little bit different - the way the light hits, the texture of a tile, the warmth of the wood floors - these intangibles. Even we are always a little bit surprised and delighted when we get to see months, or even years, of work come to life in a finished space. Cannot wait for this project to be completed 🤍

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To banquette or not to banquette, this is the question. What do you think we should do?

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The feeling you get standing in a space that was crafted by artists with such great skill and love of their craft is truly magical. We focused on bringing in warmth and evidence of the human hand by using materials like handcrafted zeillge tiles, tadelkat, and antique limestone on the floor. Captured by @jennverrierphoto Styled by @courtneyfavini

@artists_republic @zia_tile @parisceramicsusa @waterworks

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Tis the season for holiday decorations for some of our favorite clients!🎄🎁

@molly.m.walker @bethania316

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I think we moved this table back and forth 100 times to get the photo JUST RIGHT 😂. A little glimpse behind-the-scenes at our recent photoshoot with @sethdcaplan

@molly.m.walker @simona_mastrolia

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When your client wants holiday decor but make it chic 🎄🖤✨

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Our number one tip for renovating a historic home: don’t do it!!!! 😂 Just kidding, although it sure feels like that some days. It will be worth it in the end. Right? RIGHT? TELL ME I’M RIGHT PLEASE

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Are you more of a Seinfeld or Friends type of person? Does butter count as a food item? Learn how our little team feels about these critical questions we all grapple with, and please share your thoughts!

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While designing your own home might sound like an interior designers dream, it is in fact the most challenging project of all time for most us! Great designers make terrible clients 😂, in part because it is so hard to make decisions. Despite these terrible clients, the reno is coming along! Any questions? More tours? Whatcha wanna see?

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Looking back at the install for our Hudson, NY project. Excited to share more of this project soon 🤍

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Snapshots from LA. The last slide pretty much sums it up. #welovela

Behind the scenes of our current install up in the Hudson Valley. It takes a village!

@simona_mastrolia @molly.m.walker @lilyshdesign @morrismovers

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We visited LA, home to some of our favorite vendors like @lawsonfenning and @stahl_band and they did not disappoint! Other highlights included @crofthousela @lizsantiquehardware @galerie_half @properhotels and more. We are very much aligned with the LA vibe, but we know it’s not for everyone. Yay or nay on the City of Angels?

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Kitchens and bathrooms, ya’ll. You have heard it before, and you will hear it again. They are so much fun to design, and they are just chock full of details and decisions that must be just right for the finished space to come together. Photo @jennverrierphoto

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1. Luxurious and comfortable bedding - we spend a lot of time sleeping!

2. Black out window treatments, motorized shades are a plus.

3. Dimmable bedside lights to create the perfect soothing glow.

Tap the link in my bio to read more! 🔗🤍

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We took down a wall, ripped up that carpet (and ran as far away from it as we could), updated the lighting plan, and of course finished the space of with some very stylish and durable furniture. The end result is a chic and modern family room, perfect for movie nights and ping pong sessions. Converting an unfinished basement to useable square footage is one of the smartest and most efficient ways to update a home. Swipe to see the before! 👉After photo @jennverrierphoto

Read more on our blog page! linked in bio! 🔗

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Home renovations are so exciting, and so much to take on! Dream big, hire an expert, be patient and ignore the trends. Do what you love. Read more on our blog! linked in bio! 🔗

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We love this moment in the bay window of our Colonial Village project. The amazing chairs by @crumpandkwash steal the show, and pair so well with this minimal table for family chess games.

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If you haven’t been out to historic Kensington, MD you must come visit! Kensington was developed as a summer escape for Washingtonians in the late 1800’s. It features Victorian homes with large yards, parks and gardens, inspired by the developer, Brainer Warner’s trip to London. Fall is a fantastic time to see the foliage, check out some antique shops and grab a beer @babycatbrewery

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Design is a process. We are constantly inspired, excited by, and surprised by the materials that we source and specify for our clients. Colors look so different online than they do in person, and no photo can accurately convey the feeling you get from holding a reclaimed white oak floor board. It is always better in person!

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Revealing finished spaces to happy clients is THE BEST! We are so honored for the trust and patience that our clients put in us, and in this intimate relationship. We value and appreciate our clients so much, and want to thank each and every one of them!🤍🤍🤍

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One of the fun things about renovating an old home is the loot you find in the 130-year-old walls. We have found old women’s shoes, a children’s book, a newspaper and more. It furthers the feeling that we are stewards of this old home, and connected to those who owned it before us, and will after us.

What should we leave in the walls for future renovators to find one day? A business card?!

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Finishing touches take a space from good to great. We loved styling these shelves with books, vases and artwork in our Mill Valley project.

Photo by @stephanie___russo

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It has been a minute since we shared behind-the-scenes of the progress of my own home, a historic home in Kensington, MD. Thanks to all of the hard work by the @mcfarlandwoods team and @annedeckerarchitects

So excited to see it all coming together! But don’t hold your breath - we are hoping for construction to be completed summer 2025.

What else do you want to see? What questions do you have?

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we took what was previously very 90s style doors and swaped them for these walnut doors integrated handles that totally transformed this space and dose of warmth!

Photo by @jennverrierphoto and styling by @courtneyfavini

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What’s your style? Colorful and cozy, or minimal and neutral? Every option has is great in its own way!

Photo credits:

Living Room 1 @vivianjohnsonphoto

Living Room 2 @jennverrierphoto

Living Room 3 @sethdcaplan

Living Room 4 @stephaniecrusso

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Mudrooms are a family’s best friend! The key to neat and orderly homes is having a designated place for everything. We carved this mudroom out of an oversized living room, and while it isn’t huge, it gets the job done, and she sure is cute!

Photo by @eastandlane

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Every design involves countless decisions and intricate details. The final outcome is the result of creative thinking, meticulous planning, and dedicated effort!
Photo by @eastandlane

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Subtle but impactful updates modernize this striking hallway. Can you tell what was updated and what is original?

New: wide plank white oak flooring and stair treads, custom walnut doors on the coat closet and minimal track lighting.

Existing: stair rail, windows/doors and original pendant lights.

How’d you do?! Photo by @jennverrierphoto

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Patience is one of the greatest qualities a client can have when starting a design project. Great things take time, and we’re excited to capture this space once it’s finished.🤍

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Now you now when I started. Ever wonder where the name “Lorla” comes from? When I founded the company my adorable niece was only a few years old, and could not say my name, Laura. Instead, she called me Lorla. I always knew this company would be bigger than just me, and wanted a name that could represent the team that we have grown to be. Lorla it was! Thanks for cute name, Ava ;)

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We love commissioning custom art for our clients. It elevates the space, and provides a deeply personal and original design element.

There are so many incredible artists that we have been lucky to work with, and here are just a few: @lrnce photo by @sethdcaplan @alexproba photo by @claireesparros @tarynwellsart photo by @sethdcaplan @joellemsomero photos by @vivianjohnsonphoto and @jennverrierphoto and @claudiaocameron photo by @jennverrierphoto

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We are thrilled to have out Forest Hills project featured in print in Timeless Living from @betapluspublishing

We love this project, and are touched that it has resonated with so many of you. Beautifully captured by @jennverrierphoto and styled by @courtneyfavini

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Are you a simple subway tile gal? Or more of a custom walnut cabinet door type of person? Perhaps sleek black cabinet fronts are more your jam? And raise your hand if you are into tiled countertops! Let us know which kitchen is most your style!

Photos(in order) by @sethdcaplan @jennverrierphoto @vivianjohnsonphoto @eastandlane

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Here are six gorgeous ways to update an older home for modern living:

1) Modern Home Additions
2) Attic and Basement Conversions
3) Garage Conversions
4) Fix that Facade
5) Porch and Deck Home Additions
6) Sunroom Additions

read more by clicking the link in our bio! 🤍

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Discover. Create. Present. Draw. Purchase. Manage. Install. Voilà! If we had to break down months, or even years, of the design process this might be it. What words would you use to describe it? After photos by @eastandlane

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Adding finishing touches ✨
@simona_mastrolia @bethania316
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Pro tip: monochromatic color schemes are always sophisticated and chic. This holds true for fashion and interiors! We used the color downpipe from @farrowandball in different sheens to make sure the exterior of this DC home matched the modern interior.

Captured by @jennverrierphoto

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Key considerations to think about before you start a bathroom renovation:

1) Identify your top priorities
2) Prepare a realistic budget
3) Consider factors such as size, storage, and amenities
4) Identify your design/build team and contact them sooner rather than later. Designers and contractors often have a lead time and won’t be able to start for a couple of months.

Read more on our blog by clicking the link bio! 🔗

Captured by @sethdcaplan

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Behind the scenes of our latest Hudson Valley installation, Phase 1 – it truly takes a village!
@simona_mastrolia @bethania316

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If you love timeless homes with livable spaces, vibrant colors, organic touches, and vintage charm, this is for you! 🤍 Photos by the talented @vivianjohnsonphoto

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BOUTIQUE INTERIOR DESIGN

Creating timeless and authentic interiors throughout Washington, DC

OUR MANIFESTO

Creating spaces for who we are,
and how we live.

COLLECTED & UNIQUE INTERIORS

WHO WE ARE

The Best Neighborhoods in DC for Families

KIND WORDS

FOREST HILLS

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BOUTIQUE INTERIOR DESIGN

Creating timeless and authentic interiors throughout Washington, DC

OUR MANIFESTO

Creating spaces for who we are, and how we live.

COLLECTED & UNIQUE INTERIORS

WHO WE ARE

The Best Neighborhoods in DC for Families

KIND WORDS

FOREST HILLS

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