I graduated from California State University East Bay with a bachelor degree in Liberal Studies and a minor in Human Development. I always thought I would teach elementary school or obtain a masters degree in Social Work. Life had other plans. My father was a general contractor and I worked for him throughout college.

My life in the construction and design industries was launched and I never looked back. I worked for several large commercial construction companies in San Francisco and then settled into Building Code plan check in city government. However, after having my own children and staying home with them for a few years, I really wanted to chase my passion for design and it has blossomed! That’s when I started MC Interiors, and I feel like this is a dream come true.

My favorite season to decorate is definitely summer – there’s no better time for that fresh, coastal feeling than when the sun is out. I love entertaining and having friends and family over. I strive to connect my tablescapes and outdoor spaces with the decor I have inside. Rattans, natural fabrics and stones with ethnic pops of color and pattern play major roles in my overall aesthetic. I always want it to appear as if I didn’t try too hard but it all just seamlessly flows together. It really is all in the details.

I have been interested in design as long as I can remember. I’ve always been drawn to everything decor and design, from tv shows to magazines, to helping my friends and family decorate. I graduated from Pennsylvania State University in 2002, and spent over a decade as an event planner and corporate recruiter. My event planning work involved a huge decorating piece, and fueled my desire to work in the field I truly loved.

I left the corporate world in 2014 to focus on following my passion. I entered a design school, started Habitat by Lori Pratt, and became my own boss. I’m driven by creating beautiful spaces and client satisfaction. I live what I love and am happier than I have ever been in my career.

My personal style is a mix of so many things, and it does evolve over time. I’m currently loving a traditional palate with modern touches and pops of glam. But I appreciate all types of style and love to stay up to date on current trends.

My favorite season to decorate is, without a doubt, the winter and holiday season. I love warm textures, pops of gold, the joy and festive nature of all of it. I have been known to put up my holiday decor before thanksgiving, and make no apologies for it! I will say, since we moved into our forever home, and gained a nice sized backyard, I’ve also been all about outdoor furnishings, rugs, planters, lights.