Our Values

Creativity // Practicality // Efficiency // Beauty // Collaboration

At Refresh Design, we have a deep understanding of both interior design principles and the construction process, from concept to completion.

We bring expertise, collaboration, and strong project management skills to every project, ensuring a comprehensive plan that integrates seamlessly with all aspects of the build. As a collaborative and trusted partner, we take pride in fostering strong relationships with our clients, builders, and vendors throughout the design process.

Creativity

We embrace innovation and seek imaginative solutions to design challenges, ensuring each project is unique and reflects our clients' personalities and lifestyles.

Practicality

We prioritize functionality and practicality in our designs, ensuring that aesthetic appeal is complemented by usability and comfort to enhance the daily lives of our clients.

Efficiency

We are efficient in our processes, managing projects effectively to meet deadlines and budgets while maintaining high standards of quality and craftsmanship.

Beauty

We are dedicated to creating spaces of timeless beauty, where every detail is thoughtfully curated to evoke a sense of harmony, flow, and visual delight.

Collaboration

We prioritize open communication and collaboration, acknowledging the expertise and contributions of every member of the project team. Our focus on building strong relationships with everyone involved guarantees a smooth and enjoyable design process and amazing end result.

Amy Pottenger

Founder + Principal Designer

Amy Pottenger founded Refresh Design in 2005 with a simple belief: a home should support + reflect the people who live in it. That philosophy would eventually become Aligned Alchemy™, her signature approach blending design expertise with intuitive, energetic alignment and it still guides every space she creates today, from new construction homes to large-scale renovation projects across Grand Rapids, Michigan and beyond.

Amy holds a BFA from Kendall College of Art & Design and is certified as a true color expert. She actively participates in organizations like the Professional Women in Building Council and the Grand Rapids Home Builders Association. As a sought-after design professional, Amy has been featured on numerous podcasts, showcasing her expertise and insights on the many ways design can improve your daily life.

Through her approachable take on interior design, Amy fosters a sense of ease among her clients, allowing them to enjoy the design process knowing their voice is heard. Her collaborative method shines through in a varied portfolio of distinctive and timeless designs, echoing her lifelong dedication to creating soulful interior spaces.

Amy's passion + purpose is dedicated to designing soulful, beautiful spaces that reflect the essence of the people who live there. A soulful space, in her view, turns your home into a life giving tool, nurturing you while seamlessly supporting your lifestyle needs. Just by living in a soulful space you will elevate the quality of your daily life.

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