Design Guided by Hands, Heart, and Intuition
Designing with Heart: Why Intuition is the Secret Ingredient to Your Dream Chilliwack Home
"Good design is simple to describe but hard to achieve: it evokes the exact feeling you intended.
When it works, you feel it before you can explain it."
The "Slightly Mad Scientist" Behind the Style
I’ll let you in on a secret: I’m a mix of an intuitive creator and a slightly mad scientist. I experiment, I trust my gut, and I carry a quiet layer of self-doubt that keeps me curious. I don’t fight that contradiction; I embrace it.
Whether you’re a new resident in Chilliwack moving into a fresh build or a long-time homeowner ready for a luxury renovation, you deserve a designer who shows up, even when the answers aren't obvious yet. At my core, I value integrity and the courage to find clarity in the chaos of a construction site.
The "Aha!" Moment at 18
I knew I wanted to be a designer at 18. It wasn't because I had a 10-step corporate plan; it was because something clicked when I was creating. Making things felt necessary.
As a BCIT Certified Interior Designer, I’ve spent years refining the technical side, but my heart remains in the act of creation. I love bringing together psychology, design principles, and raw materials to make a room "feel right."
Tactile, Not Just Technical: My Design Process
In my late thirties, life forced me to slow down and listen. It clarified something essential:
my hands aren't just tools, they’re part of my soul.
While some designers live exclusively in spreadsheets, I design by:
Touching materials (the grain of reclaimed wood, the weave of organic linen).
Sketching by hand to see where intuition becomes form.
Prioritizing presence and curiosity over rigid refinement.
If you are looking for sustainable interior design in the Fraser Valley, you’ll find that my process invites play before decisions.
I believe that a home should be a collection of experiences, not just a list of deliverables.
What It’s Like to Collaborate with Me
Working with me means conversation, logic, and a deep care for the outcome.
I’ll be honest: I don’t do "extremely technical" drawings well, they shut down my creative flow.
What I do exceptionally well is read between the lines. I sense what a space wants to become and shape it with intention.
I do my best work where there is trust and respect.
If you value collaboration over control, we are going to be a perfect match.
Beyond the Four Walls
My passion for creating unforgettable homes extends into how I think about food, fashion, the earth, and animals.
To me, designing for the environment isn't a trend, it's a responsibility.
My personal motto is simple:
“Be the change you wish to see in the world.”
Whether I’m hiking the local trails, travelling to find a fresh perspective, or learning how to run this business (slowly and honestly!),
I want my work to help you live better. I want to improve your quality of life in ways that feel subtle but deeply meaningful.
Why This Blog
This blog is a space to think out loud, about design, creativity, work, doubt, growth, and becoming better at all of it.
If this resonates, we’ll probably work well together.
This is how I work. This is how I show up.
Warmest regards,
Elizabeth Pratt
BCIT Certified Interior Designer
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