Kristen Fagelman
Interior Designer
Bold color. Layered rooms. Spaces that feel collected, never decorated.
Kristen Fagelman designs homes that have a point of view. Her work is rooted in traditional architecture but unafraid of saturated color, unexpected fabric pairings, and art that stops you in your tracks. The result is spaces that feel richly layered: the kind of rooms that look like they evolved over years, even when they didn't.
Based in Dallas, Kristen works with clients who are ready to take thoughtful risks. She believes the best design reflects how you actually live. If you entertain constantly, your dining room should be extraordinary. If you love art, your walls should show it. Nothing in her work feels safe for safety's sake.
Why Kristen Fagelman is on our list
Rooted in updated traditional design, Kristen's work balances richness with ease. She gravitates toward saturated color, unexpected pairings, and pieces that feel collected over time. The goal is a home that feels refined yet lived-in, beautiful without being precious.
When a client feels both proud of their home and completely at ease in it, the design has done its job. Kristen works best with clients who trust the process and are open to thoughtful risks: people who understand how they live and want their home to reflect that.
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How would you describe your design style?
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My design style is rooted in updated traditional interiors with a layered, collected sensibility. I gravitate toward rich, saturated color, unexpected fabric pairings, and carefully chosen pieces that tell a story. Every space is designed to feel both refined and lived-in, beautiful without being precious. When a client feels proud of their home and completely at ease in it, I know the design has done its job.
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What kinds of projects or clients are you best suited for right now, and why?
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I work best with clients who trust the design process and are excited to take thoughtful risks. My ideal clients understand how they live in their homes and are open to exploring color, texture, and art in a way that feels personal rather than predictable. Together, we create spaces that blend traditional elements with unexpected moments: homes that feel layered, expressive, and truly reflective of the people who live there.
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Where do you believe thoughtful investment makes the biggest difference in a home?
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Thoughtful investment looks different for everyone. While return on investment often comes from beautifully remodeled kitchens or primary bathrooms, I believe it's just as important to invest in the rooms where you spend the most time. If you play mahjong several times a week, then designing a stunning, intentional game room isn't indulgent. It's smart, meaningful design that enhances your daily life.