Posts by Krista Watterworth

Luxury Homes Don’t Happen by Accident—Here’s What They Always Get Right

Hiring an interior designer is not simply about achieving a beautiful result—it’s about ensuring every decision is made with clarity, expertise, and intention from the very beginning. At Krista + Home, founder Krista brings a distinct point of view rooted in thoughtful curation and refined living. Luxury homes don’t come together by chance. They are the…

Luxury Design Driving Real Estate Sales

Set against the backdrop of the newly opened Rimadesio Miami Beach showroom, an intimate and thoughtfully curated conversation brought together leaders across architecture, interior design, and luxury real estate. The evening centered around a shared focus: how intentional design shapes buyer perception, strengthens property positioning, and ultimately drives sales in the luxury market. Hosted in…

5 Designer Tips for Entertaining

Entertaining at home should feel effortless, inviting, and natural—not something that requires constant attention or adjustment throughout the evening. The most successful spaces are those that anticipate how people gather, move, and connect, creating an environment that supports the experience rather than interrupts it. From the moment guests arrive to the way conversations unfold, thoughtful…

Mentorship in Action: Inspiring the Next Generation of Interior Designers

For Krista Watterworth Alterman, mentorship is not just a part of her story—it is a defining thread woven throughout it. Guided by influential mentors who helped shape her path, she carries a deep sense of gratitude for those who invested in her early on. Today, as a celebrated interior designer and HGTV alum, she honors…

Designing for Ease: A Thoughtful Palm Beach Home Featured in ASPIRE

We’re grateful to have one of our recent Palm Beach projects featured in ASPIRE Design and Home. The home, designed for a family relocating from New York, was rooted in creating a sense of balance—blending a more tailored, East Coast sensibility with the ease of coastal Florida living. From the beginning, the focus was on…

Quarter 1 Highlights: A Strong Start to the Year for Krista + Home

As we close the first quarter of the year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on an exciting start filled with meaningful projects, inspiring collaborations, and wonderful recognition within the design community. One of the highlights of the quarter is the feature of our Fort Lauderdale residential project in Modern Luxury. This home, designed…

Featured in the New York Post: Max Scherzer’s Waterfront Estate in Admirals Cove

This exceptional waterfront estate in Admirals Cove has been featured in the New York Post’s iconic “Gimme Shelter” column, a nationally recognized platform known for spotlighting some of the most compelling and prestigious properties across the country. Being highlighted in this publication is more than media coverage; it signals architectural distinction, notable ownership, and true…

Super Bowl Entertaining with Krista + Home (As Featured in Homes & Gardens)

Hosting a Super Bowl party is about more than just the snacks and touchdowns—it’s about making sure every guest has a comfortable spot to enjoy the game. At Krista + Home, designer Krista Watterworth Alterman knows exactly how to combine luxury design with functional, family-friendly spaces. Featured in Homes & Gardens, her approach to entertaining…

As Featured in Business of Home: How Krista + Home Builds Relationships Beyond Install Day

At Krista + Home, we’ve always believed that exceptional design is about more than beautiful spaces—it’s about lasting relationships. That belief was recently highlighted in Business of Home, where our founder, Krista Alterman, shared one of the core philosophies that guides our studio: the relationship doesn’t end when the project does. In the feature, Krista…

From Empty Nest to Elegant Retreat in a Palm Beach Waterfront Estate

When the kids are grown, the house should grow up too. For one North Palm Beach client, that meant taking her waterfront estate through a complete gut renovation and turning it into something more personal, more polished, and entirely her own. What began as a thick vision book of inspiration photos became a globally inspired…

Press Start… The Art of the Perfect Winter-Ready Home

In this $5.5M Intracoastal retreat, we designed a perfect season-ready escape: a bar and wine room for toasting the good life, a kitchen made for gathering, a murphy bed for surprise guests, and a poolside kitchen ready for epic winter entertaining. Every space was layered with rich textures and coastal touches that make you want to…

Because Beige Was Never the Assignment

Beige is safe…expected…quiet. But this $4M condo at the Ritz-Carlton Residences, perched directly on the Atlantic Ocean? It’s anything but. Photo Credit: Eve Greendale But at KH we tell stories in full color. Our interiors aren’t background noise. They are layered, lived-in statements of identity and luxury. They celebrate individuality. And they never, ever settle…

Tour the $9M Home That Sets a New Standard for Coastal Elegance

If you’ve ever imagined what the epitome of coastal luxury looks like, this $9 million masterpiece is about to blow your mind. Nestled right by the beach, this home is a fusion of timeless glamour and modern coastal vibes that will have you feeling like you’ve stepped into a dream. From the breathtaking ocean views…

The Secret to a “Pinch Me” Home: Our Little Black Book

The Secret to a “Pinch Me” Home: Our Little Black Book Photo Credits: Jessica Glynn At Krista + Home (KH), it’s not just about the furniture. We obsess over the right fabric, the perfect finish, and the ideal layout—but what really sets us apart is how we bring your dream home to life down to…

Inside a $7M Coastal Retreat with a Hint of White Lotus in Taormina

Inside a $7M Coastal Retreat with Mediterranean Glamour and a Hint of White Lotus – Season 2 Photo Credit: Jessica Glynn Palm Beach folly meets Mediterranean soul in this newly renovated $7 million masterpiece—a home that’s equal parts tranquility and refinement. Designed for a discerning homeowner who wanted a space that felt like a…