KATELYN DE SPAIN
Makehouse is a Southern California design studio led by Katelyn De Spain, a San Diego native with a deep love for laid-back interiors that still feel considered and complete. Her work is rooted in the culture of the California coast—relaxed, sun-washed, and warm—with layered influences from travels abroad and a belief that a well-designed home should feel personal, inviting, and entirely lived-in.
Whether you're dreaming of a full renovation or a thoughtful refresh, we tailor each project to reflect the people who live there. We’d love to hear what you’re envisioning—and help bring it to life.
WHAT WE DO
We offer two ways to bring your home to life: Complete Design for whole-home projects where every detail is covered, and Room-by-Room design for focusing on the spaces that matter most.
Complete Design: Every Detail Covered
Our complete design service offers a comprehensive, start-to-finish approach, taking care of every detail. From the flow of the design to the furnishings that make it feel like home, we ensure each element connects seamlessly to the next. We’ll build a plan that helps you understand the full scope and guide you through it, whether you already have a vision or need our help shaping one around your lifestyle and the design elements you love. From remodels to new construction, big or small, we handle it all so your home feels cohesive and complete.
Room-by-Room: Spaces Thoughtfully Elevated
Room-by-Room design gives attention to the spaces that matter most, while ensuring they feel connected to your entire home. Whether it’s reimagining a kitchen, updating a bath, or creating a retreat-like primary suite, we help define a vision that reflects your lifestyle and the details you love. From space planning and finish selections to construction documents and project management, our team takes care of the process so each room feels complete, intentional, and uniquely yours.
HOW WE DO IT
From the first conversation to the final reveal, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Whether you choose Complete Design or Room by Room, our process begins with listening as we get to know how you live, what you love, and what inspires you. From there, we shape a thoughtful plan rooted in collaboration and care, ensuring the design reflects your lifestyle and the details that matter most. The result is a space that feels like you, only better.
Every project begins with a one-on-one consultation to understand your space, style, and goals. We’ll talk about how you live, what you need, and what’s not working, then outline how we can bring your vision to life.
From layout ideas to color palettes and material selections, we create a complete design plan tailored to your lifestyle. You’ll receive a detailed presentation with mood boards, floor plans, Furniture, and material selections so you can visualize how it all comes together.
Once the design is finalized, we handle all the details from ordering furniture, coordinating with trades, and tracking shipments, to managing timelines. We keep things moving so you don’t have to.
We bring the vision to life with a full install of the project. From placing furniture to hanging art and adding final touches, we implement every detail so your home feels complete and ready to enjoy. After installation, we walk through the space together to make sure everything feels just right.
After the installation, we provide continued support for any last questions or tweaks, because we want you to love your home long after move-in day.
