Interior Design Consultations
Receive expert one-on-one guidance for layout planning, furniture selection, lighting advice, and styling decisions without committing to full-service design—perfect for homeowners seeking personalized direction.
Navigate your interior design journey with confidence through personalized coaching and expert guidance. Whether you're planning a remodel, preparing for a move, or simply need a trusted design partner, YIDC provides the ongoing support you need to make informed decisions and create spaces that truly work for you—without the overwhelm.
From creative problem-solving to remodel guidance, we offer flexible, personalized support tailored to your unique design challenges.
Receive expert one-on-one guidance for layout planning, furniture selection, lighting advice, and styling decisions without committing to full-service design—perfect for homeowners seeking personalized direction.
Identify and resolve functional, aesthetic, and layout challenges with customized solutions that bring clarity and direction to your most frustrating design dilemmas.
Navigate renovation projects confidently with design consulting, material selection assistance, contractor coordination, and decision-making support throughout your entire remodel.
Maximize functionality and flow with strategic layout planning, furniture arrangement strategies, and efficient space utilization tailored to how you actually live.
Get rapid, time-sensitive design support during construction phases to resolve urgent contractor questions, avoid costly mistakes, and make confident last-minute decisions.
Improve home functionality through organizing coaching, decluttering strategies, storage optimization, and customized systems that enhance your daily living experience.
Your design journey doesn't follow a straight path—and neither should your support system. YIDC's ongoing design services provide the flexibility to get expert guidance exactly when you need it, whether you're facing urgent contractor decisions, planning a major renovation, or simply want a trusted design partner to help you see possibilities you hadn't considered. With almost 20 years of experience, we ask the questions you didn't know to ask and provide actionable solutions that work within your budget, timeline, and lifestyle.
See how our ongoing design support has empowered clients to transform their spaces with confidence.
"I chose working with Miriam because I didn't want to use one of those designers who charges as a percent of the project cost - just wanted to consult as needed on design selections Miriam was great with her flexibility and finding things that I would like (picture frames with..."
"This was my first remodel and Miriam walked me through the process from start to finish. It seemed daunting, but Miriam was patient and helped me articulate my vision. The end result is fantastic. I highly recommend hiring her."
"Miriam worked within our budget and time constraints while providing actionable solutions using our existing furniture. She asked the right questions, understood our needs, and came up with creative ideas to accomplish all our goals. I would definitely call Miriam again if I needed the help!"
"I had an amazing experience working with Miriam on my kitchen origination project. She helped me fit a lot of pantry foods into a small space, organize and label all the containers, and organize all my spices. My kitchen is so much easier to navigate. She also helped me beautify..."
"I used to get completely overwhelmed by interior design choices. Working with Miriam eased that burden! She helped me make decisions by asking the questions I didn't know to ask and teaching me how to look at materials. She was calm, patient, and super knowledgeable. Thanks to Miriam, I ended..."
"Miriam helped me focus my vision for my space and select furniture and fixtures that were cohesive while still being visually interesting. She provided practical advice on rug sizing and lighting fixture height that I still rely on. I enjoyed the collaborative experience of working with her and appreciated the..."
"Miriam at Your Interior Design Coach has been incredible to work with. Moving into a new home, I knew I wanted it to look stylish and feel like me, but I wasn’t sure where to start. Instead of just throwing ideas at me, Miriam really took the time to understand..."
"I chose working with Miriam because I didn't want to use one of those designers who charges as a percent of the project cost - just wanted to consult as needed on design selections Miriam was great with her flexibility and finding things that I would like (picture frames with..."
"This was my first remodel and Miriam walked me through the process from start to finish. It seemed daunting, but Miriam was patient and helped me articulate my vision. The end result is fantastic. I highly recommend hiring her."
"Miriam worked within our budget and time constraints while providing actionable solutions using our existing furniture. She asked the right questions, understood our needs, and came up with creative ideas to accomplish all our goals. I would definitely call Miriam again if I needed the help!"
"I had an amazing experience working with Miriam on my kitchen origination project. She helped me fit a lot of pantry foods into a small space, organize and label all the containers, and organize all my spices. My kitchen is so much easier to navigate. She also helped me beautify..."
"I used to get completely overwhelmed by interior design choices. Working with Miriam eased that burden! She helped me make decisions by asking the questions I didn't know to ask and teaching me how to look at materials. She was calm, patient, and super knowledgeable. Thanks to Miriam, I ended..."
"Miriam helped me focus my vision for my space and select furniture and fixtures that were cohesive while still being visually interesting. She provided practical advice on rug sizing and lighting fixture height that I still rely on. I enjoyed the collaborative experience of working with her and appreciated the..."
"Miriam at Your Interior Design Coach has been incredible to work with. Moving into a new home, I knew I wanted it to look stylish and feel like me, but I wasn’t sure where to start. Instead of just throwing ideas at me, Miriam really took the time to understand..."
"I chose working with Miriam because I didn't want to use one of those designers who charges as a percent of the project cost - just wanted to consult as needed on design selections Miriam was great with her flexibility and finding things that I would like (picture frames with..."
"This was my first remodel and Miriam walked me through the process from start to finish. It seemed daunting, but Miriam was patient and helped me articulate my vision. The end result is fantastic. I highly recommend hiring her."
"Miriam worked within our budget and time constraints while providing actionable solutions using our existing furniture. She asked the right questions, understood our needs, and came up with creative ideas to accomplish all our goals. I would definitely call Miriam again if I needed the help!"
"I had an amazing experience working with Miriam on my kitchen origination project. She helped me fit a lot of pantry foods into a small space, organize and label all the containers, and organize all my spices. My kitchen is so much easier to navigate. She also helped me beautify..."
"I used to get completely overwhelmed by interior design choices. Working with Miriam eased that burden! She helped me make decisions by asking the questions I didn't know to ask and teaching me how to look at materials. She was calm, patient, and super knowledgeable. Thanks to Miriam, I ended..."
"Miriam helped me focus my vision for my space and select furniture and fixtures that were cohesive while still being visually interesting. She provided practical advice on rug sizing and lighting fixture height that I still rely on. I enjoyed the collaborative experience of working with her and appreciated the..."
"Miriam at Your Interior Design Coach has been incredible to work with. Moving into a new home, I knew I wanted it to look stylish and feel like me, but I wasn’t sure where to start. Instead of just throwing ideas at me, Miriam really took the time to understand..."
We empower you to make confident design decisions through experienced guidance and creative problem-solving.
BA in Interior Design backed by two decades of practical experience solving real-world design challenges.
Specializing in getting clients unstuck with innovative solutions that work within your existing constraints and budget.
From one-time consultations to ongoing coaching, get exactly the level of support you need when you need it.
Our coaching approach builds your confidence and decision-making skills so you feel empowered throughout the entire process.
Expert guidance from an experienced interior design professional.
Interior Design Coach / Founder
With her BA in Interior Design from the Interior Designers Institute and almost 20 years of hands-on experience, Miriam founded YIDC to fill a critical gap in the interior design industry. She recognized that homeowners, Airbnb hosts, contractors, and real estate agents often struggle with design confidence and need professional support without committing to full-service design. Miriam's approach is collaborative and practical—she asks the questions clients didn't know to ask, helps articulate their vision, and provides actionable solutions using existing resources. Her coaching style empowers clients to make informed decisions while navigating everything from space planning and organizing to remodel guidance and staging feedback. Whether you're stuck on a design detail or managing a complete renovation, Miriam brings clarity, creativity, and confidence to every project phase.
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For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 408-306-5003 You can also send us a quick email at
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 408-306-5003 You can also send us a quick email at