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Q&A: Interior Designer Monica Duncan

Monica Duncan, owner of The Duncan House Fine Interiors, shares insights into her 24-year career as an interior designer. Duncan, who has lived in North Carolina for 26 years, reveals her current favorite color to wear as blush and taupe, but notes it changes frequently. When it comes to interior design, her preferred approach involves sophisticated neutrals accented with splashes of color. Duncan recounts that her inclination towards design was evident from childhood, as she engaged in space planning games in the woods, a clear early sign of her future profession despite initially pursuing a law degree in university. Her mother recognized her design aptitude before she did. Regarding current design trends, Duncan expresses appreciation for edited interiors that are both forward-thinking and sophisticated. Conversely, she cites 'Harvest gold ruffled ‘Dorothy’s originals’' as a design trend she wishes had never occurred. When asked about her favorite national interior designer, Duncan names Barbara Barry, commending Barry's exceptional restraint and ability to judiciously incorporate statement pieces into her designs. The best career advice Duncan has received is 'If it moves you, it can stay,' a principle she applies in her work. Duncan finds inspiration primarily in nature, describing it as 'God’s handiwork.' She is moved by the soft hues of sunrises, the grandeur of sunsets, and the changing moods of natural landscapes, such as the misty gray of a pond. When beginning a new room design, her initial focus is always on the clients. She meticulously observes their personal style, their lifestyle, and their aspirations and dreams for their living spaces. Upon the completion of a home design project, Duncan hopes her clients experience feelings of awe, profound emotion, and genuine happiness. She notes that 'tears of joy are always a good thing!' This interview was originally published in the December 2017 issue of Home + Garden, highlighting her expertise and philosophy in interior design. #InteriorDesign #MonicaDuncan #TheDuncanHouseFineInteriors #DesignTrends #CharlotteMagazine #HomeDecor #DesignerProfile #InteriorDesign #MonicaDuncan #TheDuncanHouseFineInteriors #DesignTrends #CharlotteMagazine #HomeDecor #DesignerProfile
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