Trends are exciting — they spark new ideas, energize a space, and make your home feel current and curated. But when it comes to creating a home you’ll love for years to come, chasing every design fad can lead to decision fatigue… or regret.
The most beautiful homes find the balance — they feel of the moment without becoming trapped in the moment. At KBF Design Gallery, our job is to help you find that balance — guiding you toward choices that reflect your taste today and still feel relevant years from now.
Understanding What Lasts
Design trends move in cycles. Some make a quick splash (remember gray-washed floors?), while others evolve into enduring classics like natural stone or warm wood tones.
When we start a design with you, we help you separate what’s trendy from what’s timeless. We’ll show you how the finishes, materials, and styles you love might age — not just in appearance, but in functionality and maintenance, too.
Our philosophy:
Invest in the bones — the cabinetry, flooring, layout, and architectural details that define the home. Then, layer in the personality — paint, hardware, lighting, and décor that can evolve as your style does.
That way, you never feel locked into a look.
The KBF Approach to Timeless Design
At KBF Design Gallery, timeless design begins long before color or style decisions are made. It starts with balance, proportion, and craftsmanship — the quiet qualities that make a space feel “right” every time you walk in.
Our designers guide you through each decision by helping you see the bigger picture:
How materials and finishes will complement each other across the entire home.
Which details will enhance the architecture instead of fighting it.
How natural light and spatial flow will influence how a room feels, not just how it looks.
We believe in creating homes that feel cohesive, comfortable, and distinctly yours. That’s what makes them timeless.
Which Trends Are Worth Embracing
Not all trends are fleeting. Some reflect deeper lifestyle shifts — how we live, work, and connect to our environment — and those are worth leaning into.
When we identify trends with staying power, we’ll show you how to incorporate them seamlessly into your design. Examples include:
Sustainable and natural materials that age beautifully and reduce environmental impact.
Warm minimalism, where simplicity meets softness and texture.
Statement lighting that adds sculptural beauty without overpowering a space.
Biophilic design, connecting you to light, air, and the outdoors.
Our goal is to make sure the trends you love enhance your home rather than define it.
Which Trends to Skip (or Use Sparingly)
Some design fads can overwhelm or quickly date a space. We’ll always help you evaluate where to exercise restraint — especially with:
Highly specific color crazes (like millennial pink or “unexpected red”).
Overly themed styles (farmhouse, maximalist, ultra-industrial).
Overly ornate details that compete with your home’s architecture.
When a client falls in love with a bold trend, we often recommend using it in smaller, changeable ways — an accent wall, light fixture, or piece of furniture — so it makes an impact without long-term commitment.
Why Personal Style Always Wins
At the end of the day, the most timeless design is one that reflects you. We don’t design around what’s popular — we design around your lifestyle, your family, and your story.
Our team helps you discover your unique aesthetic — then curates materials, finishes, and layouts that express it authentically. Because your home should evolve with you, not against you.
Guided by Expertise. Grounded in You.
At KBF Design Gallery, our process is rooted in partnership. From your first design consultation to final installation, we’re by your side — helping you make confident decisions that balance trend and timelessness.
We’ll explore your inspirations, challenge you with fresh ideas, and guide you toward design choices that will still make you smile ten years from now.
If you’re ready to create a space that feels current today and classic tomorrow, we’d love to help.
Connect with KBF Design Gallery to begin designing a home that truly stands the test of time.
Ashley Sheaffer & Adam Vellequette
Ashley and Adam, co-principals and siblings, lead KBF Design Gallery with a shared passion for inspired living spaces. Ashley heads the design team, bringing creative vision and aesthetic expertise to every project, while Adam oversees production, ensuring that each detail is executed to the highest standard. Together, they blend artistry and precision to deliver the personalized, high-quality remodels that have become the hallmark of KBF Design Gallery.