Individualized Sanctuaries: Dréa Peters Interiors

Stylish, Yet Comfortable, Living Spaces

Words by Guadalupe Triana Photos Courtesy of Dréa Peters Interiors

In the vibrant Holly neighborhood, many classic craftsman-style homes still sit in their untouched, original form. While quaint and inviting from the outside, these homes often prove challenging to renovate into modern-day functionality while preserving the style and character of the original home. Due to the tricky layout of his bungalow, homeowner Brent David struggled to furnish the main living areas. He desired a place that not only met his needs and suited his lifestyle but also flowed naturally.

In 2020, Brent enlisted the help of local interior designer Dréa Peters to magically transform his living areas. She struck a balance between beautiful form and everyday function. Throughout the space, Dréa incorporated soft, neutral colors that emphasized comfort and coziness. Her use of modern, organic materials throughout the space creates an elevated sanctuary. As a result, Brent can now dine, entertain, lounge, and work comfortably in his home—things that weren’t possible before. “Each project has a challenge,” says Dréa. “Sometimes it’s situational, where the client wants a space to function a certain way and the space was not intended to do that.” For this particular remodel, Dréa was intentional about keeping some of the home’s original elements intact to stay true to the Holly neighborhood’s eclectic flavor. “I really wanted to embrace those aspects, as well as the structural integrity of the home,” Dréa says.

With every project, she aims to incorporate locally sourced materials and artisanal goods. And for renovation, Dréa brought on Mockingbird Made, a local made-to-order furniture design studio, to create a pop-up TV cabinet that completely transformed the function of the room. Once the custom piece was introduced, the rest of the space was developed around it. By incorporating a light and airy organic room divider that fiber artist Ellen Bruxvoort created, the space was further opened. The unique partition, along with the rest of the mid century modern design elements, helped establish rooms that are modern, fresh, and functional. In her various projects, she’s found that Austinites are always open to unconventional mixing of materials, colors, and patterns. To create an eclectic, one-of-a-kind space each time, she draws from her hometown of New York while mixing the laidback cozy elements for which Austin is known.

The Future of Design
Earlier this year, Dréa Peters Interiors was named a finalist for an Austin Home & Design Award in two categories: Custom Cabinetry and Best Specialty Room. Top finalists were selected by architecture and interior design professionals from around the country. This was Austin Home Magazine’s second year running the competition.

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