My specialty is historic and older homes for modern living—but the deeper value I bring is helping people make sense of complicated projects.
Bring the room that isn't working, the renovation you don't know how to begin, the historic detail you're afraid to lose, or the project that has left you wondering:
Who do I even call first?
With experience across many facets of design and construction, I can help you look at both the creative vision and the practical path forward. We'll talk through what you want to change, what may be worth preserving, what kind of professionals your project may require, and what the next sensible steps should be.
you don't have to have the whole project figured out
the best first step when you NEED CLARITY
Based in North Central Phoenix, her work focuses on helping homeowners navigate meaningful renovations—especially in historic and character-rich homes—balancing what’s worth preserving with what needs to evolve. Through the Journal, she shares insight into her process, industry perspective, and guidance for making informed, confident decisions about your home.
As an NCIDQ-certified interior designer with With over 27 years of experience across interior design, architecture, and construction coordination, Betsy Maddox brings a Mindful and highly practical approach to residential design.
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behind the design
A Second Opinion: Before you commit to a direction, proposal, purchase, or major project decision.
Construction Process: How the pieces fit together, what different professionals actually do, and what questions to ask before hiring.
Building Your Team: Whether you need an architect, interior designer, contractor, engineer, preservation specialist, tradesperson—or the right combination of them.
Project Planning: Where to begin, what decisions need to happen first, and what a realistic path forward may look like.
Older Homes: What feels worth preserving, what can evolve, and how to modernize without erasing character.
Design Direction: Layout, color, furnishings, lighting, materials, finishes, and how to make old and new belong together.
BRING ME WHAT YOU'RE trying TO FIGURE OUT
Every home has constraints. Budgets. Timelines. Historic details. Unexpected discoveries. Competing priorities.
The goal isn't to have all the answers before you begin—it's to understand which decisions deserve careful attention, where flexibility exists, and how each choice supports the bigger vision for your home.
Whether we spend our time solving one specific challenge or talking through an entire renovation, my hope is that you'll leave feeling less overwhelmed and more confident about what comes next.
More than design advice. Leave with clarity.
If additional research beyond our consultation would be valuable, I'll discuss that with you first and clearly outline any additional scope or fee before moving forward.
need a little more?
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Virtual consultations are available wherever you live. If your project requires local context, I can help research the agencies, requirements, and resources relevant to your area.
not in phoenix? no problem
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After our consultation, you'll receive a written summary with personalized action steps so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Move forward with a plan
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We'll spend our time focused on your questions—whether that's sorting through renovation decisions, preserving historic character, choosing finishes, planning next steps, or making sense of a complicated project.
meet for 60 minutes
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I'll send a short questionnaire ahead of our meeting so I can begin understanding your home, your goals, and the design challenges you're facing before we ever meet.
tell me about your project
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book your consultation
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the PROCESS
what Happens Next
