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Your home is a special place. So whether you are buying, building, remodeling or redecorating, make sure you choose the right people for your home care needs. In this special section, you’ll meet professionals with the passion, the experience, and the creativity to help you customize your home—inside and out.

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Owner Brandy Veazey

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REAL ESTATE If you’re looking to list your home for top dollar, we are the experts on prepping, staging and marketing your home through social media.

INTERIOR DESIGN We consult with our clients on new construction, remodels and furnishings.

STAGING Your home’s online presence is the first impression buyers will get. 98% of the homes we have staged sold in less than 30 days.

Call or visit us online to schedule your consultation! (225) 241-6056 | 7332 Highland Rd | Baton Rouge, LA 70808 | brandy@southerlyla.com

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WHAT IS SPECIAL OR UNIQUE ABOUT YOUR COMPANY? I create warm and inviting living spaces for busy empty nesters who crave more lifestyle-friendly homes, but don’t have time to manage a design project. While I juggle all the stressful details, my clients can get back to doing what they love most—spending time with their families.

WHAT IS YOUR MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? My philosophy is, ‘Good design takes time, it doesn’t happen overnight.’ I follow a methodical process, which guides my clients from inspiration to installation, all while preserving their time and energy. This allows everyone to relax and enjoy the experience.

WHAT MAKES YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK? Owner Meredith Boudousquie

Seeing how happy my clients are at the end of a project fuels my design soul. When someone walks into their newly designed home and realizes their dream has come to life ... it’s an indescribable feeling that never gets old.

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST CHANGE ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS SINCE YOU STARTED? Honing my superpower and shouting it from the rooftops—I’m an empty nester problem solver.

BATON ROUGE, LA 70816 | 225.332.1403 PLUMEHOME.DECORATINGDEN.COM |

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(From left) Closing Attorneys Charles Blaize and Brett Bajon

WHAT MAKES YOUR FIRM STAND APART FROM OTHERS? The attorneys at MFB have spent over 20 years reviewing and examining oil and gas titles. This expertise in mineral title and derivative ownership issues gives us more experience in curing title defects than the average residential title attorney.

DO YOU HAVE A MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? Our goal is to help our clients close the deal. Our team approach is to always find a solution to any title issue presented. If we look good, you look good. We believe transparency and communication are the keys to a difficult closing.

and their work ethic. I didn’t know what to expect, but the personal interaction with their clients is something all of us should learn from. Civility and tenacity can co-exist, and it does in most agents I encounter.”

ARE THERE ANY UPCOMING PLANS OR PROJECTS YOU CAN SHARE? We recently finished remodeling an old Whitney Bank in Houma, which will serve as our new law and title office for Terrebonne Parish and the surrounding areas. We hope to continue to grow our business, building and maintaining relationships throughout the southern region.

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WHAT IS THE BIGGEST CHANGE YOU’VE EXPERIENCED? “The biggest change, as we transitioned to closings from oil and gas, is the difference between agents and landmen,” Blaize says. “I have really enjoyed getting to know the agent process, their manners, their professionalism,

10101 SIEGEN LANE, BLDG. 4A | BATON ROUGE, LA 70810 | 225.810.4998 | MFBFIRM.COM |

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“I love the law,” says attorney Charles Blaize. “Property law may be boring to the courthouse lawyers, but I enjoy the civil code and the mineral code. Being able to help people navigate property issues brings a sense of peace to our clients. We love to make a difficult closing seem easy.”

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WHAT IS SPECIAL OR UNIQUE ABOUT YOUR COMPANY? The Britt Hill commix will always be what makes us stand out among other designers. Our vision for retail/creative space will elevate the design industry as a whole.

WHAT IS YOUR MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? Our main objective has always been to restructure and perfect the client designer relationship. Now with opening a retail space our mission has evolved into creating a transparent purchasing process while working with a designer.

WHAT MAKES YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK? Our clients! A close second would be traveling and finding inspiration in architecture and different cultures, which stimulates our imagination.

DESCRIBE RECENT CHANGES OR CHALLENGES YOU’VE EXPERIENCED. One is our expansion from a modest office space to an 8,000-square-foot showroom, design center, and receiving warehouse. And it has been a challenge learning to evolve with the ever-changing furniture and transportation industry post COVID.

SHARE YOUR UPCOMING PLANS OR DREAM PROJECTS. We are constantly seeking inspiration to peak our creativity in different aspects of design. Our new retail/creative space has been our main focus as well as implementing hands-on experiences that we will soon offer to the community. Please join us Thursday, June 16 to experience what Britt Hill Interiors has to offer.

(From left) Brittany Comeaux and Hillary Smith

17022 AIRLINE HWY. | PRAIRIEVILLE, LA 70769 225.478.3833 | BRITTHILLINTERIORS.COM |

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HOW DOES YOUR COMPANY STAND OUT FROM COMPETITORS? We are one of the few companies licensed as both residential contractor and swimming pool contractor. Most pool builders cannot build a house and most home builders don’t want to build the pool, but we can do both under one contract and one contact. We are a husband-and-wife team that coordinate both design and construction from start to finish to create and build your dream space.

DO YOU HAVE A MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? Oasis Spaces is dedicated to providing superb customer service, impeccable quality and creative design in all of our projects. Our boutique client experience makes it possible with comprehensive service from a single company, handling every detail from start to finish.

WHAT MAKES YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK? We love to take our clients’ ideas and vision and turn them into an organized, clutter-free reality. You will see a lot of hidden storage and unique accents in our projects to create a perfect environment for entertaining and relaxing. When it comes to the south Louisiana entertaining experience, we love to take the indoors out and the outside in.

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST CHANGE YOU’VE EXPERIENCED? “When we started this business nine years ago, I was primarily building small outdoor kitchens and pergolas—lots of small jobs with one person wearing all of the hats,” says Nathan. “Today, we have five employees building milliondollar homes and managing a thriving swimming pool business. We have grown slowly and steadily through the years, all the while keeping our core values the same.”

SHARE YOUR UPCOMING PLANS OR DREAM PROJECTS. “I began my construction career 19 years ago working for a custom residential builder in Destin, Florida,” Nathan says. “We built clients’ dream homes along 30A in South Walton with live concerts in a park, families riding bikes, shopping ... all just steps away from your porch. I remember thinking then that one day I want to build like this in Baton Rouge. We are currently making that happen in developments like Pointe-Marie where we are building custom and spec homes along with our own personal designs. Staycations are our passion and we are excited to be developing those here in Baton Rouge.”

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(From left) Taunia Ourso, Owner and Designer; and Nathan Ourso, Owner and Contractor

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P.O. BOX 77879 | BATON ROUGE, LA 70879 225.405.9058 | OASISSPACESLA.COM |

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(From left) Corey Levey, Stevi Gibson, Ryan Hebert, and Marcia Powers

WHAT MAKES YOUR COMPANY SPECIAL OR UNIQUE? We take pride in combining craftsmanship and the beauty of nature to create exquisite interiors. But aside from our work, our company culture makes us stand out. We believe that if we pour into our employees, they will in turn do the same with our clients. Our employees are the heartbeat of who we are. We love our employees and our clients.

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we challenge ourselves by looking at our actions and determining how we can make a bigger impact—first by improving our company, followed by improving the employee and customer experience.

SHARE YOUR UPCOMING PLANS OR DREAM PROJECTS. We look forward to building an additional showroom and expanding into new territories.

Serving as an inspiration to others. We ask ourselves how we can use our passions to help others find theirs. What can we do today that will create a better tomorrow? That kind of thinking motivates us.

WHAT IS YOUR MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? To ensure an elite customer experience by giving our team the tools they need. We believe that happy employees lead to happy customers, which leads to a stronger community. We like to look in the mirror. Every day,

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WHAT IS SPECIAL OR UNIQUE ABOUT YOUR COMPANY? Kitchen Wise helps our customers make the most from their existing home. We create solutions that remove the frustrations of dayto-day life. Our solutions are an optimal blend of function, style and quality.

WHAT IS YOUR MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? Our mission is to organize your home in creative and surprising ways that make you love your home again.

WHAT MAKES YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK? The best part of our job is when we get to help people see lost space in their home. People often don’t use certain items because they are tucked away in deep corners or buried behind other items in the closet or cabinets. But it’s not only about finding the space ... it’s about helping people live a happier and more efficient life.

DESCRIBE A RECENT CHANGE YOU’VE EXPERIENCED. We are relatively new, but when we first started, we focused on the kitchen. After working with customers and talking to many people throughout the community, our offerings have expanded to not only garages and closets, but just about any room in your home.

SHARE YOUR UPCOMING PLANS OR DREAM PROJECTS. Right now, our dream project is to continue working on a series of projects with a homeowner to help them optimize their space with intelligent and creative solutions. We want to first do their kitchen ... and they love it so much, they call us back for the garage, and then for the office, until we have helped them in every way that we possibly can.

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Stephanie Randazza

130 SUMMER RIDGE DR. | BATON ROUGE, LA 70810 225.320.3770 | KITCHENWISE.COM |

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HOW DOES YOUR COMPANY STAND OUT FROM OTHERS? We offer an approach that goes beyond design items and focuses on design concepts—concepts that fit our clients and are unique to them. We can do this thanks to our incredible selection of designer brands.

DO YOU HAVE A MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? We believe in providing luxury designer furniture that cannot be found anywhere else. It’s important to be able to express your style in any space.

WHAT MAKES YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK? We enjoy helping people create a home that they are proud of. We want our customers to feel that their home truly fits their style and personality. We want them to love spending time there with family and friends.

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST CHANGE YOU’VE EXPERIENCED? We are now able to offer complete interior design services. We have one of the largest visual comfort lighting galleries in the south and we continue to grow.

Ryan Jordan

SHARE YOUR UPCOMING PLANS OR DREAM PROJECTS.

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We are in the process of finishing our second location. Once it’s complete, we can offer an even larger selection of lighting and interiors.

3553 HWY. 190 | MANDEVILLE, LA 70471 985.875.7576 |

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(From left) Vanessa Pacheco and Juliana Hernandez

WHAT MAKES YOUR COMPANY SPECIAL OR UNIQUE? SimplyNeat believes that the key to a successful business is making their clients feel completely satisfied with the results. We do this by providing them with a clean, neatly structured, and organized space. SimplyNeat also develops a maintenance plan for each client as often as they desire in order to upkeep the change. This is what makes us stand out from other professional organizers.

DO YOU HAVE A MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY?

After we finish a job, we love hearing clients say that what they dreamed about ... has come true.

SHARE YOUR UPCOMING PLANS OR DREAM PROJECTS. Our owner, Vanessa Pacheco, is completing her interior design course and her dream is to be able to do interior design and organization together, so our clients experience a bigger impact in their lives. We can make it happen when clients want to not only organize their space, but also transform it.

WHAT MAKES YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK? We love seeing our clients happy! We are passionate about making it possible for someone’s way of living to change and help them sustain it.

SIMPLE CHANGES FOR A NEATER LIFE

10028 OLE MILLSTEAD COURT | BATON ROUGE, LA 70816 | 225.485.6003 | SIMPLYNEAT.US |

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SimplyNeat is committed to not only organize clients’ homes and businesses, but also to give them a customized plan that meets their needs. Our goal at the end of every project is for the client to feel empowered to maintain their new, more organized lifestyle. We partner with our clients to create a solution that will last long after we finish the project.

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HOW DO YOU STAND OUT FROM OTHER REALTORS? I’ve been a professional Realtor for 23 years, and currently serve as 2022 president of GBRAR Board of Realtors. I stay involved locally, statewide, and nationally so I can offer clients a personal and pleasant experience. I have the traits required for this fast-changing real estate market—negotiating skills, quality marketing strategies, transparency, honesty, and integrity.

WHAT IS YOUR MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? My job is to help clients understand that the buying or selling experience isn’t predictable. Things come up that may be tough, unexpected or unpleasant, but I am here to help clients every step of the way. You can relax and know that your home, business, and family are in good hands. I am here to listen, help find solutions, and make the transaction as smooth as can be.

WHAT MAKES YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK? Making dreams come true one home or business at a time. I love being a Realtor. We stay involved, give back to the community, and work to develop strong leaders to advocate real estate issues at every level that drive private property rights, community development, and the American dream of homeownership for all. Realtor involvement is important in making our community a better place to live.

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST CHANGE YOU’VE EXPERIENCED? The pandemic made us change and adjust the way we do business, from showing homes, to working remotely, to communicating through virtual tours and Face Time. Thanks to the Governor and mayor for making Realtors essential and to our extended Realtor family of lenders, title companies, inspectors, appraisers, clerk of court, tax assessor, and most of all, our buyers and sellers.

TALK ABOUT SOME OF YOUR UPCOMING PLANS. As president of the GBRAR, which includes 3600 Realtors, we will promote awareness of Realtor involvement through volunteer projects and money contributed to agencies that improve our community.

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Realtor Carolyn Webber

RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP 13626 PERKINS ROAD | BATON ROUGE, LA 70810 225.907.7166 | CAROLYNWEBBER.COM | Licensed in State of Louisiana and Mississippi. Each office independently owned and operated.

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(From left) Joshua Gonzalez, Samantha Dupuis, Caprice Cline and Alex Carmouche

WHAT MAKES YOUR COMPANY STAND OUT FROM COMPETITORS? We are a family-owned business that truly loves people and we want to help them protect their homes. We have developed a systematic process that takes most of the work away from the homeowner. We do it all for our customers. Homeowners and team members are the key to our success.

WHAT IS YOUR MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? God first, family second and business third. We follow these ideals: Honor God – faith and family; Culture - respect and integrity for all people; Great Team – excellent customer service and dedication; and Stewardship – investing our blessings. We believe that roofs are the lagniappe of getting to meet and help wonderful people.

WHAT MAKES YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK? Right now, we are passionate about helping customers restore their homes after the damage caused by Hurricane Ida. We know how important it is to feel safe and secure in your home. We consider ourselves experts at handling insurance claims so we like to educate and enlighten our customers, and help them understand the process from start to finish. We find it fulfilling to be able to offer helpful advice and information when families need it most.

DESCRIBE RECENT CHANGES OR CHALLENGES YOU’VE EXPERIENCED. We have really grown—from the four of us to over 20 wonderful, dedicated employees who love the Lord and other people just as much as we do.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR DREAM PROJECT. There’s nothing better than seeing a home become transformed before your eyes ... going from blah to ‘oh my gosh, look at that house!’ Whether it’s a small repair or a large commercial job, we love the entire process.

1802 S. SONNY AVE. | GONZALES, LA 70737 225.450.5507 | CYPRESSROOFINGLA.COM |

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HOW DOES YOUR COMPANY STAND OUT FROM OTHERS? Decorating has always been a true passion project—I have done this work for family and friends for more than a decade. For years, my husband and family have been telling me to take the plunge and turn it into a business, so last year I finally did!

DO YOU HAVE A MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? Our mission is to transform someone’s space into something comfortable and relaxing, while also being proud of their surroundings. Being happy in your home or office reduces stress and builds self-confidence.

WHAT MAKES YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK? I am sure my parents would agree that I have had a passion for interior decorating since I was young. I used to rearrange my bedroom monthly growing up. Each time the JC Penney magazine arrived in the mail, I would go through and select pieces for my house when I grew up. I would even draw each room as I went.

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST CHANGE YOU’VE EXPERIENCED? When I first started, I worried that I wouldn’t be taken seriously since I am a newer business owner and there are so many well established interior decorators here in Baton Rouge. Thankfully, that has not been the case. It is hard to believe how natural it was to transition from hobby to business, and I am so happy that I decided to make that change. Owner Christina Carville

SHARE YOUR UPCOMING PLANS OR DREAM PROJECTS. I am honored at having been chosen to design and decorate the underground tunnel space at the Hilton Hotel downtown. It is a historical space that was commonly used by Huey P. Long in his day and is being reborn as an event venue and possible surprise speakeasy. I can’t wait for the public to be able to enjoy this beautiful part of our local history!

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WHAT MAKES YOU STAND OUT FROM OTHER REALTORS? Customer service. It is in my DNA ... from the family-owned grocery business to an executive in the travel industry, to a professional in the real estate industry. I live by the words, “People do not care how much you know until they know how much you care.” My commitment is to “delight” my clients by implementing the “Gold Standard of Excellent Service” with every client.

WHAT IS YOUR MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? These core values, which I established early in my career and continue to live by: Integrity - always doing the right thing for the client at the right time, the right way; Empathy - understanding the situation from the client’s point of view; Tenacity - never giving up and being the best I can be for my clients; Commitment to every client’s dream and helping them realize it. I am a “full service” professional and I go the extra mile for my clients.

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Realtor Mary Lobos

I am passionate about understanding, fulfilling, and delivering my client’s dream. Seeing the peace and contentment of the seller along with the joy and excitement of the buyer when they receive the keys to their new home is what makes my job so rewarding.

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST CHANGE OR CHALLENGE YOU’VE EXPERIENCED? I believe COVID-19 and other factors created the perfect storm. The adjustment from working in an office to working at home was challenging. People spent more time in their homes with family, which created a need for more space. Low interest rates and lack of inventory drove prices up, the law of supply and demand kicked in, activity increased in the marketplace, and Realtors had to get creative in this fast-paced market with new listings and rapid responses.

SHARE YOUR UPCOMING PLANS OR DREAM PROJECTS. My personal passion projects include creating and publishing a cookbook of recipes from friends and family, training for and competing in the Senior Olympics in tennis, and mastering Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata on the piano. I have the sheet music, so that’s a start!

5025 BLUEBONNET BLVD. | BATON ROUGE, LA 70809 225.925.2500, 225.268.0501 | COLDWELLBANKERONE.COM | Licensed in State of Louisiana and Mississippi. Each office independently owned and operated.

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WHAT MAKES YOUR COMPANY SPECIAL OR UNIQUE? I search for unforgettable “stand out” pieces to dress your home with, such as art, lighting, home furnishings and bedding, wallpaper, décor and accent pieces. I strive to reveal the homeowner’s personality through the overall design, but more specifically through unexpected pieces showcased throughout their home. I aim to intrigue and enlighten my clientele through the entire design process with an overall end goal to have each customer cherish and adore the space they live in. I am a see, touch, feel personality and I’m old school. I like the personal connection with customers. I am hands-on, so I fight technology and the ease of purchasing anything off the internet. I love design because it offers an incredible service that a web page or IG account cannot—giving you a tailored, hand-crafted piece of work created just for a particular space or room in your home.

WHAT IS YOUR MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? To appreciate life and the beautiful moments and things within it. To add value to my customer’s home through facilitating in the investment of those things that surround them day to day in the space they have chosen to do life in.

WHAT MAKES YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK? There is excitement in finding decorative items and furnishings that I’ve never seen before, and then offering them to my customers. I am truly passionate about textiles—the way a piece of fabric feels when I touch it, the texture that presents itself to the naked eye, colors that speak to me or bring out an emotion.

DESCRIBE A RECENT CHANGE OR CHALLENGE YOU’VE EXPERIENCED. Owner Erica Moffatt

In 2019, I opened up shop to sell my textiles, home décor, art and furnishings inside The Foyer on Perkins Road. It acts like a small showcase of my design work and is a wonderful place to offer up the beautiful and unique finds that I am delighted to bring to the Baton Rouge market.

SHARE YOUR UPCOMING PLANS OR DREAM PROJECTS. Someday, it would be nice to have a free-standing design studio and larger retail showspace to bring Baton Rouge even more offerings in the design and home furnishings industry.

3655 PERKINS ROAD | BATON ROUGE, LA 70808 225.354.5706 | OPHELIAHOME.COM |

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Owner Kim Pitre

WHAT MAKES YOUR COMPANY STAND OUT FROM COMPETITORS? Amazing service and a huge selection of gorgeous fabrics. We truly love to help people find the perfect fabric and design the right window treatment for their space. Our in-home measure/design service makes the process so much easier.

WHAT IS YOUR MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? Stock an incredible selection of fabric and trim ... and give the best design assistance to every customer and have fun doing it. It’s a simple philosophy but that’s really what we do every day.

drapery, Roman shades, and bedding has been a real treat. Changes in technology such as motorization and performance fabrics have been game changers as well.

DO YOU HAVE ANY SPECIAL UPCOMING PLANS? We’ve expanded our product lines to include some pretty fabulous woven grass shades, and we’re learning a lot about motorization. This year is our 20th anniversary, so a showroom renovation is coming soon ... more workspace and lots of new displays.

We love showing people what can be done just by coordinating the right fabrics with what you already have. We love to hear clients say, “I never would have thought of that, but I love it!”

DESCRIBE A RECENT CHANGE OR CHALLENGE YOU’VE NOTICED. We’ve noticed an increase in the volume of custom window treatments we make. Seeing the younger generation show an appreciation for custom

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HOW DOES YOUR COMPANY STAND OUT FROM COMPETITORS? POSH Exclusive Interiors is an awardwinning concierge firm that guides clients from concept to completion of interior and exterior designs no matter the size or scope of the project. The firm’s portfolio includes stately country homes, Manhattan high-rise condos and everything in between.

DO YOU HAVE A MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? Attention to detail and true personal interest in homeowners’ styles—these are hallmarks of the unique service clients have come to appreciate from the entire POSH Exclusive Interiors team.

WHAT MAKES YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK? I am not interested in status quo design. My talent should represent exceptional taste, but also embrace the individual style and habits of each of my clients. This desire to provide the best design possible is a passion that is endless.

WHAT ARE SOME CHALLENGES YOU’VE EXPERIENCED? COVID, supply chain disruptions, ridiculous excuses! And DIY shows— everyone is a designer until the weekend is over and they realize they are in over their head. My go to comment is, “You don’t know what you DON’T KNOW.”

SHARE YOUR UPCOMING PLANS OR DREAM PROJECTS. Our outreach is broad and our clientele is global. We also manufacture a bespoke line of upholstery furniture to meet our clients’ specific needs and timelines in the USA. We are always pleasantly surprised by our amazing clients’ requests. No two projects are alike and no two locations are the same. Hard work, endless work hours and countless miles on a plane make every project special!

EXCLUSIVE INTERIORS Principal Designer Monique Breaux

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207 ENERGY PARKWAY | LAFAYETTE, LA 70508 337.261.3344 | POSHINTERIORS.COM |

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HOW DOES YOUR COMPANY STAND OUT FROM COMPETITORS? First and foremost, this business is about relationships—taking clients through a step-by step process to achieve their goals, even after the completion of the sale. I also like being a resource for clients if they are looking to make repairs, do home improvements or additions, or need an estimate of their home’s value. After 18 years as a real estate consultant, I listen to my clients and focus on their best interests.

DO YOU HAVE A MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? I want to provide every client with extraordinary quality of service in the buying and selling of real estate and to do so with honesty and integrity. Real estate transactions can be win/win situations that satisfy all parties. Whether it’s obtaining the best possible price for your home or negotiating the best possible price when buying a home, I will go above and beyond for each client.

WHAT MAKES YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK? I love when my clients are excited about their new home, or can move on to their next adventure after selling a property. It really is all about helping others achieve their goals. Through this business, I have developed relationships with other experts such as builders, photographers, appraisers, lenders, home inspectors, interior decorators, attorneys and so many others—and the best part about it is they have become friends as well as business associates.

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST CHANGE YOU’VE EXPERIENCED? The proliferation of digital marketing, social media and the internet. When I first got licensed more than 18 years ago, we received a lot of calls based on signage. Now, you can shop for real estate from your living room before ever hitting the road. The personal contact with clients, however, will never go away.

SHARE YOUR UPCOMING PLANS OR DREAM PROJECTS. I enjoy serving the Greater Baton Rouge Association of Realtors as a board member and on different committees. It’s my way of giving back not only to improve our level of professionalism within the community, but to be a resource for other realtors.

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Realtor Cheryl Leatherwood

4000 S. SHERWOOD FOREST BLVD., SUITE 2000 | BATON ROUGE, LA 70816 105 225.603.4453 | CHERYLLEATHERWOOD.COM |

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WHAT MAKES YOU STAND OUT FROM OTHER REALTORS? Joy Russell is committed to her clients and always places their needs above her own. She has a passion for helping individuals realize their dreams and will work hard on their behalf no matter what. She is a true professional who demonstrates honesty and integrity at all times.

DO YOU HAVE A MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? Joyful Homes and Properties strives to motivate, encourage, and inspire others to live joyful, abundant, and passion-filled lives. Russell’s work extends beyond selling real estate. She believes helping others build wealth and have lives worth living is paramount.

WHAT MAKES YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK? Russell is excited when she can help her sellers net top dollar on the sale of their home or when she can help first-time homebuyers purchase a home when they never imagined it would be possible. Seeing the smiles on her clients’ faces and the gratitude in their hearts brings her joy.

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST CHANGE YOU’VE EXPERIENCED? In her 18-plus years as a Realtor, Russell has seen many changes, but the biggest has taken place in the past two years. The real estate market has shifted—sales prices and interest rates have risen and there’s an incredible shortage of homes in all price ranges.

SHARE YOUR UPCOMING PLANS OR DREAM PROJECTS. Russell is currently opening a boutique that caters to men, women, and the resale industry. She is also passionate about traveling and has visited 50 countries with a goal of one day reaching 100.

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KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY FIRST CHOICE. 17111 COMMERCE CENTRE DR. | PRAIRIEVILLE, LA 70769 225.603.3559 | 225.744.0044 | SELLGREATERBATONROUGE.COM Licensed in Louisiana.

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HOW DOES YOUR COMPANY STAND APART FROM OTHERS? Elements seeks to present and elevate quality craftsmanship and artistry from local and international artists and designers. It stands apart thanks to its unique art, gifts and interiors.

WHAT IS YOUR MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? “We have both traditional and modern furniture and have successfully laced the two styles, elevating them to a totally transformed design,” says owner and lead designer Jenny Murphy. “I love the history of antiques accompanied with the sleek lines of modern materials—it’s an instant refresh to a room. Our furniture, art and accessories shift traditional looks to transitional, pushing beyond the complacency of the expected.“

WHAT MAKES YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK?

Owner and Lead Designer Jenny Murphy

Each of us has traits that resonate our distinct personalities. We all need something that speaks to us like that in our home—a striking painting, a unique sculpture, or a chair in a pop of color. I love seeing clients incorporate their individuality and personal expression with unique pieces from my store.”

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR COMPANY? Bright, fun and beautiful are just a few things to say about it. The synchronicity of the store and my design is blended really well. I love incorporating unique art, lighting, furniture and accessories from the store and mixing it with the homeowner’s travels, memories and most cherished items.

DO YOU HAVE ANY UPCOMING PROJECTS YOU’D LIKE TO SHARE? I plan to keep traveling and bringing unique gifts, art and pieces to this area. “You can mix different styles and periods, as long as you follow a sense of harmony and balance.” — Lorenzo Castillo

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HOW DOES YOUR COMPANY STAND OUT FROM OTHERS?

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST CHANGE YOU’VE EXPERIENCED?

We have a mix of vintage items that have been refurbished along with new items. We carry all types of things for the home, including pick-up gift type items such as candles, journals, flasks, jewelry and more.

I started my design business seven years ago and always thought I might one day have a storefront on some level, but didn’t know exactly how that might look. Then the opportunity came along for MARCH and it’s exactly what I hoped it would be.

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WHAT IS YOUR MISSION OR PHILOSOPHY? I just wanted a place to house things that I love and find interesting. We have those unique and interesting filler pieces that people can integrate into their already decorated homes. I enjoy creating a welcoming environment that makes people want to visit and hang out for a while.

SHARE YOUR UPCOMING PLANS OR PROJECTS. It’s business as usual for now, but who knows what comes next? That’s what makes life so exciting.

WHAT MAKES YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK? I absolutely love what I do and love everything about design, especially the unlimited opportunities it presents on a daily basis. I love blending function with beauty or constantly finding ways to take a space to the next level.

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