A skillful mix that merges classic and modern details adds character, while muted yet rich tones, such as browns, sage, beiges, and creams lend a warm, lived-in feel, Sigouin explains. The layered palette sets a calm and cohesive tone that lets textures and materials—like linen, wood, and stone—shine. “We describe our style as ‘relaxed elegance.’ We always approach the design holistically; however, we like for each room to feel unique and suited to its users,” she adds.

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Josée Sigouin with West of Main Design shares some thoughts behind their signature warm and welcoming interiors.

Fine Balance. “As interior designers, we strive to source distinct selections for every project, ensuring that each home feels personal and considered. While not every element is meant to be a statement, we believe in balancing quiet moments with standout details,” she says. “It’s often the subtle contrast between calm and character that gives a space its depth.”

Role Model. “When it comes to the furnishings, we chose impactful pieces that blend style and function,” adds Sigouin. “Performance fabrics and comfort are important in a family home, and we make sure to include this without compromising on style.”

Detail Driven. “Whether it’s a custom finish, an unexpected material pairing, or a thoughtfully placed accent, we aim to weave in unique touches that make each project feel one of a kind,” she says.

Warm woods deliver natural warmth and depth, like the brushed-oak plank flooring throughout that complements the neutral walls in the main spaces. High-traffic area floors in the entryway, powder room, and mudroom feature tiles with a checkered pattern in sage and gray that have “a visual rhythm,” says the designer.

Sage also warms the limewashed walls and ceiling in the powder room and the home office. In the kitchen, muted, earthy green cabinets pair well with the off-white backsplash and counters. Other creative selections include tiles with a wave pattern that make the main bathroom more playful.

Kids’ bedrooms have unique features that still relate to other spaces. In the primary bedroom, a wallpaper mural creates a serene and immersive retreat that feels “grounded and quietly dramatic,” says Sigouin. “When you are in this room, you are enveloped in earthy tones and the feeling of being in a landscape painting,” she adds.

Floor-to-ceiling built-in cabinetry that incorporates a partners’ desk makes the home office a destination space. “We mixed open and closed storage, both with their own functional qualities,” says the designer. “It was important to us that the cabinetry feel thoughtful and refined, and we loved the idea that this space would feel creative and inspiring for the user.” The well-planned space can also accommodate younger family members for homework, crafts, and board games.

With a model home, the goal is to create an environment where people can project themselves living there, Sigouin explains. “Just like all of our projects, we focus on creating timeless spaces that are thoughtful and layered, yet approachable and livable,” she says.