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The Challenge
When the homeowners moved into their new Maplewood residence, their existing furnishings did not complement the architecture or support the way they lived. As frequent entertainers, they needed spaces that felt welcoming, sophisticated, and capable of comfortably hosting guests while remaining functional for everyday family life.
Living Room Before
The Solution
Walden Interiors reimagined the living room, family room, and front foyer through a comprehensive redesign rooted in mid-century modern principles. Custom window seating, a built-in lounge corner, sculptural seating, and carefully selected furnishings created multiple gathering areas. In the foyer, removing bookcases between rooms opened sightlines and established a more dramatic arrival experience while custom walnut details reinforced the home’s architectural character.
The Result
The finished home delivers the balance many Essex County homeowners seek: refined design, comfortable entertaining, and spaces tailored to everyday living. The project was later featured in NJ Home Magazine.
Project Investment: Six Figures.
Homeowners in Short Hills hire Walden Interiors for taste, clarity, confidence, and execution.
What clients value most:
What clients have said:
• “Not a cookie-cutter interior designer. If you are seeking a unique interior that reflects your dreams and desires, Risha is for you.” Virginia R – Short Hills Homeowner
• “If you want something that feels like you and looks like something no one else could create, then I would highly recommend Walden Interiors.” Rebecca R
• “Organized, energetic, an excellent communicator, and fiscally responsible with our budget. She’s well traveled, well studied, and just a delight. She creates a home that you can fall in love with.” Sydney S
Short Hills homeowners often purchase luxury homes in a competitive market and want a seamless transformation without managing countless decisions themselves. We create detailed timelines, coordinate contractors and trades, and anticipate challenges early to keep projects moving efficiently.
Our work is shaped around personality. Many clients are drawn to bold, eclectic spaces that feel layered, expressive, and deeply personal rather than predictable. Whether furnishing a newly purchased residence or overseeing a large scale renovation, we create high end interiors that balance beauty, comfort, and functionality.
Every material we source is vegan and cruelty free. Our portfolio demonstrates how luxury interior design can align with sustainability, proving that ethics and exceptional design can coexist beautifully.
The kitchen and primary bath are often the most complex and valuable spaces within a home. Through our Kitchen Designer NJ and Interior Design for Renovation services, we help homeowners make confident decisions throughout luxury renovation projects.
We collaborate closely with architects, contractors, and trades to guide material selections, cabinetry design, fixtures, finishes, lighting, and spatial planning. Our role is to ensure that every decision contributes to a cohesive vision rather than a collection of disconnected choices.
Whether you are updating a single room or undertaking a large-scale renovation, we advocate for both beauty and practicality. The result is a home that functions seamlessly while reflecting your personal style and long-term goals.
From custom millwork and bespoke cabinetry to carefully curated finishes, we help create spaces that feel timeless, intentional, and uniquely yours.
Our Interior Design Consultation service is ideal for homeowners who want professional guidance before committing to a larger project or who need expert direction on specific design challenges.
During the consultation, we evaluate your home, discuss your goals, identify opportunities, and provide recommendations tailored to your space and lifestyle. Clients often use this service before purchasing a property, planning a renovation, or furnishing a new residence.
For homeowners considering luxury home improvements, a consultation can provide clarity, help prioritize investments, and prevent costly mistakes. It is a focused, practical way to access professional expertise and move forward with confidence.
Our Interior Decoration and styling services help homeowners transform completed spaces into polished, welcoming environments that feel collected rather than staged.
We source custom furnishings, artwork, lighting, accessories, rugs, and decorative elements that complement the architecture of the home while reflecting the personalities of the people who live there. Every selection is made with the overall design vision in mind.
Whether furnishing a newly completed residence, refreshing existing rooms, or preparing a luxury home for entertaining, we create sophisticated, high-end interiors that feel comfortable, personal, and effortlessly elegant.
The result is a thoughtfully curated home where every detail contributes to a cohesive and memorable experience.
Short Hills is not simply affluent. It is intentional.
From the historic estates of Old Short Hills to the expansive properties of Hartshorn and Deerfield, you likely expect interiors that reflect your achievement, taste, and individuality. You want a home that holds its own against Manhattan standards while offering the warmth and comfort that city apartments cannot.
Walden Interiors is located just 9 minutes away at 83 Chestnut St, Millburn, NJ 07041. That proximity allows us to work closely with Short Hills clients while respecting their demanding schedules. If you are searching for an interior designer Short Hills, NJ, homeowners trust, you are looking for someone who understands this level of detail and discretion.
Founded in 2009 by principal designer Risha Walden, Walden Interiors creates bold, eclectic, personality-driven spaces. Risha’s background in the performing arts, including classical music and stage performance, brings depth and storytelling into each project. After studying at the New York School of Interior Design, she built a firm rooted in creativity, discipline, and design intelligence.
Short Hills is not homogeneous. Each pocket has its own rhythm.
Old Short Hills
Older estates here require contextual sensitivity. Load-bearing walls, historic facades, and architectural preservation often shape renovation strategy. We approach these homes with respect for proportion and history while introducing modern systems, lighting, and custom millwork that elevate livability.
Hartshorn and Deerfield
Larger lots and luxury builds dominate. These homes allow for full-scale transformations, including custom kitchens, expansive entertaining spaces, and seamless indoor-outdoor transitions. Clients here often want statement interiors that still feel timeless.
South Mountain and Glenwood
Close to retail and commute access, many buyers in these sections seek contemporary upgrades and transitional design. Clean lines paired with layered materials work well here.
Understanding these distinctions matters when selecting finishes, planning renovations, and pacing projects.
Mature trees and preserved landscapes influence our material selections. Natural textures and biophilic design resonate strongly in this community.
Anchored by luxury retailers, this space influences aspirational taste. Clients often reference pieces seen there. We translate those inspirations into cohesive, customized interiors.
Timeless elegance and heritage influence expectations here. Classic proportions and refined finishes matter.
Your proximity to NYC via NJ Transit likely shapes your design standards. You may compare options with Manhattan firms. We deliver at that level while giving you the accessibility and ease of working locally.
Walden Interiors proudly serves Short Hills NJ and surrounding Essex County communities, including Millburn, Maplewood, South Orange, Short Hills, Jersey City, Montclair, and Livingston.
If you want a Short Hills home that feels personal, elevated, and unmistakably yours, start with a 15 minute discovery call. We will confirm what you are trying to achieve, the likely scope, and whether Walden Interiors is the right fit before you invest more time.
Call 973 722 3872 or book the discovery call through the button below.
Drive time from Millburn to Short Hills
Walden Interiors is located at 83 Chestnut St, Millburn, NJ 07041. Short Hills is typically about 9 minutes away and roughly 3.1 miles from central Short Hills.
Phone: 973 722 3872