Michele Salazar

Photo Credit: @YSV_Photo / Yara Virreira

Michele (Cozy) Salazar was born in Miami, Florida, daughter of Suzanne “Sissy” De Maria and Joseph De Maria. Her childhood nickname “Cozy” stuck, evoking the warmth and charm she exudes. "Cozy" eventually evolved into her burgeoning brand name.

Michele recently took the time to formally introduce herself and explain a bit of her design philosophy and what she envisions for the future of Cozy Salazar.

Haute Design: If you could describe your design style in three words, what would they be?

Michele Salazar: Traditional meets contemporary.

HD: When was the first moment you realized you wanted to become an interior designer?

MS: My mother says my birthday request was always to redo my bedroom growing up. We still have my "dream bedroom" I drew when I was about 10 years old!

HD: What would you consider to be the most crucial moment in the design process?

MS: I would say the important stages are:

• Establishing your clients' wants and needs while managing their expectations.
• Remaining organized throughout the duration of the project. Organization is vital to a successful outcome. In design, there are so many moving parts, so keeping everything tight and organized is the best way to avoid any unnecessary complications or misunderstandings.

Photo Credit: @YSV_Photo / Yara Virreira

HD: Describe your ideal relationship with a client. 

MS: It's so important for me to connect with a client. My ideal relationship with my clients is one where they feel heard and understood, that way they know their wants and needs are my priority when working on their project. When a client knows you have their best interest at heart, they are more comfortable and as a result, more trusting of your vision. Trust is key! If the client doesn't trust you, they won't be willing to stretch out of their comfort zone, and that is where the magic happens!

HD: Which is your favorite space to design in a home? Why?

MS: Every room is so important. I suppose the kitchen or dining room. Both spaces bring people together and offer up a unique set of requirements. For example, a client with small children who wants a very formal dining room but needs practicality, or a couple with conflicting ideas for their kitchen (one spouse wants minimal design and the other, a chef's kitchen). Each special request offers up a fun challenge and allows us to stretch our creativity.

HD: What is your vision for the future of Cozy Salazar?

MS: I would love for our team to continue to grow. Every project is more exciting when there are multiple creative minds working together. It's always incredible to look over the progress of a project from our initial vision to the final. This is often due to collaboration and different perspectives. Additionally, it's important to me that we stay true to our style and edge. We are not 'one style fits all' here. We are constantly mixing looks and styles, which is what makes us unique.

If you are interested in booking Cozy Salazar Interiors for an upcoming project or wish to earn more about Michele Salazar, CLICK HERE.

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A Classic Hamptons Home in Lake Oswego, Oregon Located in one of Lake Oswego's most desirable neighborhoods, this Dutch Colonial residence, built in 2016, was designed by nationally-recognized interior designer Keri Davis as her personal residence. This incredible 7,054 sq. foot, six-bedroom home is a modern take on traditional design with large, light-filled rooms that showcase fantastic views of the Oswego Lake golf course, indoor/outdoor living and a floorplan that perfectly balances the needs of active, busy spaces with quiet, serene areas.

The home sits on nearly half an acre on the first fairway of Oswego Lake Country Club's Chandler Egan-designed golf course. The property includes a sought-after membership and private boat slip at the Forest Hills easement on Oswego Lake, a private lake known for its excellent boating, swimming and water sports activities.

This is the kind of home that works well for entertaining and togetherness while also allowing for plenty of quiet spaces for focus and relaxation. Every element of the design - every fixture and every finish - was carefully considered. This home is a one-of-a-kind find on one of the most sought-after streets in Lake Oswego.

Address: 1415 Chandler Rd., Lake Oswego, OR 97034

Price: $4,250,000

For more information, please contact Mimi McCaslin at 503-784-4444 or Mimi@LuxeCIR.com or Anne-Marie Knapp at 503-318-0712 or Anne-Marie@LuxeCIR.com.

LUXE Christie's International is the exclusive real estate company representing the Oregon & Washington (SW, Central & Eastern) real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of their listings here.

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Between modern architecture towering into the sky, and chic interior designs from Scandinavian looking more like art than furniture, it can become a bit much. 465 Park Avenue, a luxe new listing from Brown Harris Stevens, is offering a refreshing step back. The space returns to the regalia and glory of traditional decorating and mindsets to offer a home that appeals to those looking to live in this space rather than Instagram it.

The space balances the divide well. While finishings and decoration may appear a big more ornate and traditional, the modern appliances and fixtures guarantee a more 21^st century lifestyle for its tenants. And coming in at $2,375,000 for the home, it truly does appear to be fit for royalty. The home ranges in opulence from chef’s kitchens and central air for its modern aesthetics, to custom chandeliers and crown moldings for a more old world remembrance. For those looking for the finer things in life, the building also offers a ton of incredible amenities for owners like Hotel Style Concierge, Private Chef, Maid Service, Room Service, Fitness Center, Party Room and a wonderfully attentive 'White Glove Staff'.

The building is being listed by Brown Harris Stevens’ Mark Powell and Susanne Rhow. For a pre-war high-rise apartment, coming in under three million, the space makes the most out of every inch offered to give maximum luxury to any tenants needs.

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