SARAH SCALES

INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO | BOSTON & BEYOND

SARAH SCALES

INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO  |  BOSTON & BEYOND 

Journal

design narratives

Discover rooms we love, materials that
inspire, and stories from our projects; giving you an inside look at our studio and work.

Recent Posts

January 17, 2025

Historic staircase in a 1903 Concord home with bold black spindles and risers contrasting cream millwork by Boston designer Sarah Scales.

Let’s head upstairs, where the second-floor spaces take center stage in our New England historic design story. It starts with the hallway—a classic beauty with a modern edge. Original architectural details remain intact but get a bold update with rich black paint. The barely-there modern square sconces provide stark contrast against cream geometric wallpaper (a nod to the entryway below) and soft cream paint. Read more!

January 10, 2025

Modern family room in a historic Concord home with a traditional fireplace, coffered ceiling, and neutral tones by Sarah Scales.

We love the casual spaces of this Concord historic estate — where kids, dogs, and bare feet are all welcome. This doesn’t mean sacrificing quality or style for durability. Instead of vinyl-covered couches or easily disposable furnishings, we invested in well-made, well-designed pieces. These rooms stand up to kids, a black lab, and everyday kitchen disasters.

January 3, 2025

Entryway with earthy blue tones, stenciled traditional floor, Thibaut wallpaper, and modern furniture and lighting in a historic home interior design.

When tackling a 10,000-square-foot historic estate, you need more than just good taste—you need a plan, a ladder, and maybe a little caffeine. This Concord home, originally built in 1903, challenged us to create spaces that honored its history while inviting a fresh perspective. With a cohesive palette, modern touches, and a focus on historic home interior design, we brought new life to its iconic bones. Let’s take a peek!

December 20, 2024

Living room in a historic Boston brownstone with an original fireplace, millwork, a womb chair, and a custom sofa by Boston interior designer Sarah Scales.

One of our favorite projects was transforming the parlor level of a stunning brownstone. This brownstone interior design project required a careful balance of style and functionality to bring our client’s vision to life. After an extensive renovation, we stepped in to furnish and decorate the main living areas. Our client, overwhelmed with decision fatigue, had a clear aesthetic vision – see how we pulled it all together.

August 23, 2024

Brownstone interior design by Boston decorator Sarah Scales, featuring original plaster molding, grasscloth walls, an original fireplace, and timeless style.

If you’re a brownstone lover, you know the charm: intricate plaster moldings, original details, and vintage fireplaces. In this South End project, we celebrated a historic brownstone renovation while designing a layout for modern living. With en-suite bedrooms, a luxurious primary suite, and a cozy guest suite, this home blends history and function. As a Boston interior designer, we honored the past while creating a fresh, livable space.