Texas-born and now rooted in Michigan, I’m a self-taught decorator, storyteller, and the creative force behind The Gratz Life, a brand devoted to timeless design, layered living, and the beauty found in everyday spaces. From our 1926 Tudor home, I share a love for craftsmanship, antiques, and the stories that make a house feel like home.

What began as a creative outlet to share my life, the things I found interesting, and my journey of home has evolved into a full-time career built on connection with a growing community that values character over perfection and meaning over trends. Through The Gratz Life and my design studio, Gratz Interiors, I partner with national and regional brands, create editorial-style yet approachable content, and collaborate on interior and exterior projects that celebrate history, charm, and lived-in beauty.

My work has been featured on Magnolia Network’s Diary of an Old Home, Homeworthy, HGTV Home Tours, and in publications such as Cottages & Bungalows Magazine, HOUR Detroit, Seen Magazine, Our Detroit, Scene Magazine, Insider Business, and more.

Today, my focus is simple: to inspire others to love where they live, to collect with intention, and to create spaces that tell their story — one beautiful detail at a time.