We had the good fortune of connecting with Valerie Buchanan and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Valerie, is there a quote or affirmation that’s meaningful to you?
“Do it with passion or not at all”. I think the quote itself is self explanatory, But I take on every interior design project with immense passion and of interest, Afterall, my job is to both functionally and beautifully make someone’s dream home come to life!

What should our readers know about your business?
Valerie Buchanan Interiors offers full service Interior Design including Interior Architecture, Custom Cabinetry and Design& Decor. My first client was for a kitchen remodel. The husband and wife couldn’t agree on the end result – how they wanted it to look. One wanted all white, the other – purple! So we managed to come up with this really cool design that honored both of their expectations; they loved it and decided to go ahead. When the new cabinet maker supplier saw our plans and how detailed and precise they were, they couldn’t believe how amazing we were in providing such detailed documents. The next thing I knew, we were being referred left, right and center; to clients who didn’t have a designer by them. And the rest is history!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I myself am a traveler regarding Nashville. But gosh did I ever love it! If I were to go back I’d go back on a hunt for all the street art. Go have a heck of a time on Broadway Street! And of course a delicious meal at The Stillery.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I often have my parents to thank for this success. When I was a young girl they would always let me rearrange the home furniture – even when it made no sense. Then when it came time they put me through interior design school. It took me 4 years after graduating but I finally became successful; and have been ever since. So thank you mom & dad!

Website: https://www.valeriebuchananinteriors.com/

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Image Credits
Chris Scheepers Photography

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