The question “Which celebrities’ or influencers’ homes inspire you?” is a fun but surprisingly revealing way to discover a client’s aesthetic preferences without asking them to name specific design terms.
Why it’s important:
- Translates vague tastes into concrete styles: If they say “Kendall Jenner’s home,” you know they like earthy minimalism; if they say “Oprah’s Maui home,” it’s about lush, welcoming luxury.
- Helps set a design tone quickly: Celebrity homes are usually well-photographed, so you can instantly see color palettes, furniture styles, and layouts they admire.
- Encourages emotional connection: People often admire not just the look, but the lifestyle those homes represent.
- Speeds up inspiration sourcing: You can research those spaces for specific references in your mood boards.
Example client answers:
- “I love Gwyneth Paltrow’s serene, airy interiors.”
- “Kylie Jenner’s glam, bold colors and statement pieces.”
- “Ellen DeGeneres’s rustic-modern ranch style.”
- “Joanna Gaines’s cozy, farmhouse chic vibe.”
Pro tip: Always follow up with “What specifically do you like about that home?” — sometimes it’s just the kitchen, the lighting, or even the outdoor spaces, not the entire style.
If you’d like, I can prepare a “Celebrity Home Style Translation Chart” that matches famous interiors to their underlying design principles so you can decode a client’s answer in seconds. Want me to create it?