AHR Designs

AHR Designs Interior Design Services Alexa Harris-Ralff is a New Jersey-based interior designer and the founder of AHR Designs.

She works with each customer to determine the best way to optimize their resources. Alexa prides herself on listening to her clients so that each room is designed for the way they live.

“A home should feel like the people who live there. Each project is an opportunity to create something new and beautiful- the possibilities are endless!

05/19/2026

Do you know about SKS (Signature Kitchen Suite)? I had the pleasure of attending a training event at their Englewood HQ last week and was blown away. This is LG’s high end appliance line for what they have branded “the technicurian” - the home chef who loves to cook and is tech forward and savvy. They have thought of everything and the styling is as beautiful as the appliances are luxe and crazy smart.

Fun highlights——
Fridges that make circle ice
Ranges that have a sous vide function
Cooktops w gas and induction in one
Matte & polished handle options
Custom cutting boards to cover the ugly griddles
The list goes on….

The day was filled with learning, some new designer friends and the most delicious lunch prepared by chef Sean!
I have to say the speed by which induction heats things is mind blowing. I might just end up a convert.

This was a really satisfying Maplewood bathroom reno project. This lovely young family needed a major upgrade. We opti...
04/17/2026

This was a really satisfying Maplewood bathroom reno project. This lovely young family needed a major upgrade. We optimized every inch of the space and solved for all sorts of weird conditions. These changes allowed for improved clearance space around the vanity and a bigger shower. The shower feature wall is the perfect playful balance to this otherwise simple and timeless palette. It’s equal parts groovy and preppy (in the way us elders use the term).

Note the slippers are mine and are my absolute favorites. She upcycles designer stuff (in this case an hermes scarf) onto things like ugg slippers and birkenstocks.

04/10/2026

Come on in for a sneak peek into our Chatham NJ “new” build, that thanks to Dan and Brian at BSA Architects, Nick of Reinaissance Builders and our AHR Designs team doesn’t look like a new build. That’s the goal folks!

04/03/2026

I have always been a big believer in community. Interior design as a solopreneur can be really isolating. There’s NO WATERCOOLER! Guess what? It doesn’t have to be that way. If you are doing this alone I invite you to become an ASID NJ member. There are several paths to membership and the community we’ve created is really wonderful. I got involved a few years ago when I didn’t believe networking was something that I needed, I was wrong. I stepped up to a leadership position when asked because I began to understand how important it is to be a part of a national organization devoted to our industry. If you’re curious please reach out. We are building something really valuable and I’d love to invite you all along for the ride. We are better- together!

Check out for upcoming NJ events- maybe I’ll see you next week at the coffee connection, cocktails , a CEU in May and for sure at the DEA’s in June!!!

Come be a part of what we are up to!

Always a treat to be asked to see our projects in the press. Thank you and writer Laura Adams Stiansen for sharing our...
03/31/2026

Always a treat to be asked to see our projects in the press. Thank you and writer Laura Adams Stiansen for sharing our thoughts on wellness in design and pics from our Summit NJ basement sauna and plunge project!

I don’t know about you, but I am constantly looking for a “Blueprint for Balance”- happy to be able to provide a few Square Feet of peace and wellness for these very special clients.

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A hint of Spring and I am already dreaming of Summer. There is nothing we love more than a beach house. We’ve been luc...
03/24/2026

A hint of Spring and I am already dreaming of Summer. There is nothing we love more than a beach house. We’ve been lucky enough to do many of them! Both of these projects are nearly 10 years old (maybe more…?) and they remain as lovely now as they were when they were completed. Sure the kids get older but truthfully we’ve only added and tweaked a few things for these clients over the years. At AHR Designs we believe in “Doing it once and doing it right!”

If you’re dreaming of a beach house- give us a call.

The Mudroom was the last piece of our Summit basement renovation. As the workhorse of the space we needed to call in an...
03/19/2026

The Mudroom was the last piece of our Summit basement renovation. As the workhorse of the space we needed to call in another expert in function to maximize some tricky conditions.

to the rescue!

Our clients needed a mudroom that could hold up to their crew: 3 tween/teen boys who play LOTS of baseball.

As current and former baseball moms ourselves we understood the need to have dedicated storage for each boy that easily accommodated their massive bags and multiple bats. Even more importantly we chose some closed storage because sometimes you need a quick spot to hide the extra stuff or unsightly items. What baseball parent hasn’t found an athletic cup on the counter? 🤢

The center photo display was a creative way to hide a wall condition that disrupted our usable depth. Amy fabricated custom frames in the same material as the built-ins, ensuring a seamless integration with the surrounding millwork.

03/10/2026

This Hoboken Brownstone’s Kitchen offered a generous footprint but much of its storage was inaccessible because the cabinets went to the crazy high ceilings. It’s before vibes were very industrial and masculine which wasn’t our clients preference. The open floor plan required that our transformation be in keeping with the rest of the space. At AHR Designs we love a challenge and since we had furnished the whole rest of the Brownstone previously we knew exactly what to do!

The Bluestar range was our first decision and it really was the launching point for what was to come. Our clients wanted ample wine storage so we opted for a full height built in Sub Zero wine fridge. Of course we panelled everything and yes it all sits flush and of course we dropped a soffit!!!! The list goes on……
The result is a modern light and bright FUNCTIONAL kitchen that serves this busy family and checks ALL the boxes.

03/02/2026

Pinch me- it’s March! One step closer to closing the chapter on this long dark winter.

Pretty soon we will all be spending a tad more time off the couch. Now is a great time to think about whatever didn’t work for you this winter in terms of decor and comfort. If you need help, we can solve for it and have you cozy well in advance of next years round of hibernation.





An oldie but a goodie- sort of like my marriage…..Happy Valentines Day to all who celebrate💖📸
02/13/2026

An oldie but a goodie- sort of like my marriage…..

Happy Valentines Day to all who celebrate💖

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