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Nestled in a moody lakeside cottage on the marshes of a wildlife refuge just outside Chattanooga, Tennessee, Designing Vibes is a lifestyle sanctuary devoted to soul-led living for women craving beauty, softness, and intention.
Created by Erica Van Slyke—interior designer, boy mom, podcast host, and founder of Designing Vibes, Inc.—this container blends aesthetic living with deep personal expansion. From DIY design tips to beauty rituals and mindset shifts, every post invites you to slow down, soften, and build a life that feels as good as it f*cking looks.
Because beauty isn’t superficial—it’s a spiritual portal. A walking prayer. A living meditation.
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How To Decorate a Really Large Wall: 10 Designer-Approved Ideas
When it comes to decorating, there is truly nothing more intimidating than a big a$$ blank wall. Not to fear,…

Finding Beauty in the Breakdown
I have been so focused on sharing projects from my new home with you as of late, that I am feeling a little ashamed to just now realize how long it has truly been since…

DIY Cheap Bi-Fold Closet Door Makeover
Looking for an easy and budget-friendly means of upgrading a cheap, bi-fold closet door? In this DIY tutorial, I am sharing how to elevate the look of your boring, builder-grade doors for only $50. Did…

DIY Sliding Barn Door to Replace Bi-Fold Closet Doors
Two months ago, before all hell broke loose, my husband and I were facing a list of some pretty major home improvement projects to tackle. Well… Now that our home is serving as a makeshift…

Reveal: Boho Farmhouse Master Bathroom Remodel
It may sound odd to admit, but I think I could totally stay locked away in my new master bathroom for hours on end. After five full years of wishing, dreaming and scheming – I…

ERICA VAN SLYKE
Interior designer, podcast host, and curator of soft, soulful living. I’m raising two wild boys in a lakeside cottage on the marshes—sharing beauty rituals, elevated DIYs, and intentional living for the woman who still dares to dream. Because life gets to feel as good as it looks.
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