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Lauren Farrell believes a luxury home should feel as comfortable as it is beautiful. As Principal Interior Designer at Pacaso, the luxury second home company, she leads the creative vision for its homes and oversees every aspect of the interior design process.

With studies in Communication and Media at Loyola Marymount University and Interior Design at San Diego Mesa College, Lauren draws on both her Southern roots and her California training. Blending traditional and modern influences, she creates comfortable, contemporary spaces that reflect each homeowner’s personality, guided by a philosophy of harmonious, inviting interiors that balance style, comfort, and functionality — the essence of Pacaso’s effortless luxury.

We had the pleasure of connecting with Lauren for the latest edition of Love Happens’ Design Questionnaire. Read on and be inspired!

LH Design Questionnaire with Lauren Farrell of Pacaso

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

For me, perfect happiness is being surrounded by the people I love, and creating memories in places that feel like home. That’s something I think about often in my work as an interior designer, as I’m always striving to design homes that capture that same feeling of comfort and connection.

What do you consider your greatest achievement?

My greatest achievement is being able to turn my love for interiors into a career that feels both creative and meaningful. Seeing my designs come to life in each Pacaso home is something I never take for granted. Every home is a new canvas and an opportunity to create a space that feels elevated yet completely livable, and I love finding that balance between high-end design and genuine comfort, where families can walk in and immediately feel at ease.

What profession does your alter ego have?

My alter ego would be a film set designer, because I love the idea of creating spaces that tell their own story.

The design you will never forget.

One design that will always stay with me is Blue Heron, a Pacaso home on Kiawah Island, South Carolina. What stood out to me is how we positioned a dramatic custom triptych so that even when guests sat with their backs to the marsh view, they still had something rich and thoughtful to take in. Every detail, from the fabrics and finishes to the lighting and furniture, was chosen with comfort and relaxation in mind. The design has a subtle nod to Southern charm through its warmth, texture, and sense of welcome. I love that at Pacaso, we create homes that reflect the character and culture of their surroundings, and this one truly captures its Southern roots.

Your favorite business tool or resource.

My go-to tool is our digital mood board and rendering process. I love being able to play with materials, lighting, and layouts virtually, then make quick adjustments as ideas evolve.

The most timeless design.

Timeless design to me is about restraint and authenticity. It’s about creating a space that breathes, respects its architecture and surroundings, and uses quality materials and balanced proportions to tell a story instead of chasing trends. A mix of white trim, natural wood, and thoughtfully chosen art never seems to go out of style.

The biggest design faux pas.

One of the biggest faux pas I flag is pushing a bed into the corner in a bedroom because it seems to save space. I feel that it often ruins flow and feels claustrophobic.

Your design motto.

“Good design starts with empathy.” I always try to understand how people will use a space before deciding how it should look or feel, as function and feeling go hand in hand.

Our publisher KOKET makes statement décor. If you were to design a room around one KOKET piece, which would it be, and why?

I think the “Serpentine Sconce” is so chic. I envision it in one of our Paris pied-à-terres. It’s dramatic, sculptural, and has this beautiful fluidity that feels both modern and timeless. I’d pair it with soft-neutral walls, warm brass accents, and a mix of vintage and contemporary pieces to let the sconce shine without overpowering the space.

Love happens when….

…you walk into a room and feel more yourself than you’ve felt all day!

Explore more work by Lauren Farrell and Pacaso at pacaso.com and on Instagram @pacaso

Interior design by, and photos courtesy of Lauren Farrell and Pacaso

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