Business Details
23 Years
experience
Personalized Interior Design in Idaho & Washington
Founded by Kathy Banak, Authentic Home emerged from a lifelong passion for interior design and color theory. With over two decades of experience, our team specializes in creating personalized living spaces that reflect clients' personalities and lifestyles. We guide homeowners through every phase of the design processfrom initial consultations and material selection to installation and final touches. Our approach emphasizes collaboration with architects and builders to ensure seamless integration of aesthetics and functionality.Clients praise our ability to transform homes into cohesive, inspiring environments that promote comfort and well-being. We serve Eastern Washington and Western Idaho, offering both new construction and remodeling expertise. Our proprietary 5-step process helps clients overcome design obstacles while maintaining budgetary and practical constraints. By focusing on individual needs rather than trends, we create spaces that stand the test of time while providing exceptional client support throughout every project.
Services
Interior Design
Color Consultation
Space Planning
Home Renovation
Material Selection
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer two decades of experience in residential interior design and color theory
- Our customized color palettes reflect each client's unique personality and lifestyle
- We collaborate directly with architects and builders for seamless project execution
- Our proprietary 5-step process ensures clear communication and project success
- We specialize in transforming homes into functional, emotionally resonant spaces
What people say
Amazing talent
Patient and understanding
Transformed our home
Cohesive look and feel
Reduced decision-making stress
Services
Interior Design
Our interior design service creates personalized living spaces that reflect clients' personalities and lifestyles. We collaborate with architects and contractors to integrate aesthetics with functionality. Our process includes space planning, material selection, and vendor coordination to ensure cohesive results.
Color Consultation
We develop customized color palettes that enhance architectural features and complement homeowners' preferences. Our expertise ensures color continuity between interior and exterior spaces while maintaining timeless appeal that evolves with clients' needs.
Space Planning
Our space planning service optimizes room functionality through strategic furniture placement and traffic flow analysis. We create 3D renderings for complex projects, ensuring clients visualize the final space before implementation begins.
Home Renovation
We specialize in transforming existing homes through strategic renovations that enhance livability. Our process maintains budget constraints while upgrading functionality, incorporating modern materials that blend with original architectural elements.
Material Selection
We curate high-quality materials that balance aesthetics and durability for each project. Our vendor partnerships ensure timely delivery of selected products, including flooring, countertops, and specialty finishes.
People
Kathy Banak
Founder & Lead Designer
Kathy Banak is an interior design professional with 20+ years of experience creating personalized living spaces. She transitioned from a corporate career to establish Authentic Home in 2003, helping hundreds of clients achieve cohesive, functional environments.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Eastern Washington and Western Idaho, including Spokane, Seattle, and Coeur d'Alene areas.
What design services do you offer?
We provide full-service interior design, color consultation, space planning, and home renovation guidance.
How much do your services cost?
Project costs vary based on scope - we provide customized proposals after initial consultations to match client budgets.
Do you work with existing construction teams?
Yes, we collaborate with architects, builders, and contractors to ensure seamless design implementation.
How long does a typical project take?
Project timelines range from several weeks for color consultations to multiple months for full renovations, depending on complexity.
Can you help with small design projects?
Yes, we accommodate projects of all sizes, from single-room updates to complete home transformations.
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