Melissa Peretti Imagination + Design

05/29/2026

A beautiful design only works if it’s executed properly.

That’s why Site Visits are such an important part of our process. We show up during construction to review the details, check the work against the plan, answer questions, catch issues early, and make sure the next layer goes on with confidence.

Because construction moves fast, and the smallest detail in the wrong place can become a much bigger problem later.

This is the less glamorous side of design — the checklists, the measuring, the “no, that tile can’t just end there because it’s easier” conversations.

But it’s also where the magic really happens.

Thoughtful design. Clever solutions. Meticulous ex*****on. That’s how a home starts to feel not just renovated, but considered, complete, and beautifully finished.

04/22/2026

When clients come back—again and again—you know it’s working ✨

Three projects together, and each one a little more them.
Because great design isn’t about starting over… it’s about understanding how you live and building from there.

Blending old with new.
Making space feel easier, warmer, more you.

This is what we mean by design that supports real life—layered, thoughtful, and executed so you don’t have to think about it twice.

And honestly? There’s nothing better than hearing “it feels just like us.”

03/09/2026

Sometimes when we look back through project photos, we notice moments we didn’t fully appreciate at the time.

These images from Project Colgate aren’t new—but they stopped us mid scroll.

The way the light catches the textures.
The quiet glow of a beautiful fixture.
Those small design moments that make a room feel layered and alive.

Design isn’t always about the big reveal.
Sometimes it’s the tiniest details doing the most beautiful work.

Cabinet
Rug
Desk Light

Light, Cabinet, chair

Sofa
Light

03/02/2026

The rest of the house is composed.

The bathroom?
It’s allowed to have opinions.

This is where we say yes to the moody wallpaper.
Yes to the pattern that makes guests look twice.
Yes to a little drama (the good kind).

✨It’s a small room.
✨It can handle it.

Swedish Forest
Battered Wall
Cradled in the Clouds
Hill & Horizon
Pine Beige
Vertical Blossoms

03/02/2026

The rest of the house is layered, thoughtful, beautifully pulled together.

The powder room?
She’s the one with opinions.

This is where we say yes to the moody wallpaper.
Yes to the pattern that makes you pause.
Yes to the print that would be “too much” anywhere else.

It’s tiny.
It can handle it.

✨ Go ahead. Live a little.

Swedish Forest
Cradled in the Clouds
Vertical Blossoms
Pine Beige

02/10/2026

“How much does an interior designer cost?”
It’s one of the most searched questions right now—and for good reason.

In 2026, interior design fees aren’t just about furniture or finishes.
They reflect planning, problem-solving, and ex*****on—the things that protect your time, your budget, and your sanity.

At MPID, our clients aren’t paying for a “look.”
They’re investing in:
• Clear direction
• Fewer costly mistakes
• Thoughtful decisions made early
• A home that works beautifully for real life

Good design doesn’t come from guesswork.
It comes from experience—and a process that supports you from the start.

✨ Our 2026 what things cost guide breaks down what it actually costs to renovate your home so you can plan for what your project actually needs.

📩 Link in bio to read the full guide.

01/26/2026

The creative backbone of MPID.
Melissa leads the vision behind each project- shaping homes that are thoughtful, layered, and designed to support everyday life.

01/26/2026

01/26/2026

Behind every well-run project is Ema.
As COO of MPI+D, she oversees the logistics, coordination, and follow-through that turn design into reality.

01/07/2026

Back to work, back to school- and suddenly home feels a little more crowded than it should.
The holidays have a way of revealing what isn’t working: not enough storage, tight gathering spaces, rooms doing too much. January is when many families are ready to reset and make things feel easier.
This week’s newsletter shares a project where thoughtful planning turned holiday frustrations into a home that truly works - now and for years to come.
✨Read more + book a Discovery Call via the link in bio.