When I think of luxury, itβs not about brand names or price tags. Itβs about a feelingβthe kind that makes you pause, take a deep breath, and fully absorb your surroundings. Itβs the effortless harmony of colors, textures, and lighting. Every element should serve a purpose. Whether Iβm designing a room, curating a collection, or refining my aesthetic, my focus is always on storytelling.
But hereβs the realityβluxury isnβt about wealth. Iβve been in million-dollar homes that felt cold and detached, and Iβve seen modest spaces transformed into breathtaking environments through thoughtful design. True luxury is about intention, not expense. Itβs about knowing who you are and unapologetically reflecting that in your space.
Why I Redesigned My Home: Elevating My Space, Elevating My Mindset
For me, home is a direct reflection of personal growth. As I evolve, my space needs to evolve with me. This redesign wasnβt just about making things look betterβit was about crafting an environment that aligns with the mindset and energy Iβm stepping into. (See above)
In the past, I decorated hastily, picking pieces I liked and hoping theyβd work together. This time, I was patient. I let my space come together organically, one decision leading to the next.
I centered my design on three key principles:
Sophistication
Elegance
Confidence
And no, this didnβt mean buying the priciest furniture. Luxury isnβt something you buyβitβs something you create. Some of the most stunning spaces arenβt expensive; theyβre just well-curated.
Color played a huge role in my redesign. I chose black, red, white, with accents of gold and silverβnot because theyβre trendy, but because they feel bold, timeless, and deeply personal to me.
The Power of Art in a Luxury Home
If thereβs one thing I know, itβs this: furniture doesnβt define luxuryβart does.
Think about it. Everyone has a couch, a table, a bed. What separates a designed space from just a furnished one? Art. Statement pieces. The details that bring intention into a room.
Iβve studied interior design for years, and one thing always stood outβhigh-end spaces all have bold, unforgettable artwork. Thatβs what makes them feel curated, not just decorated.
Thatβs why my home is filled with my own art. Not just because I create it, but because my art tells my story. It represents my journeyβwhere Iβve been, where I am, and where Iβm going. My home isnβt just a place to live; itβs an evolving gallery of my life.
And thatβs the difference between a house and a masterpiece.
How I Chose My Materials, Textures & Art Placement
Luxury design isnβt about picking βniceβ thingsβitβs about balancing materials, textures, and lighting to create an immersive experience.
Hereβs how I approached it:
β Textures β Durability matters. Will this fabric scratch easily? Will it collect dust? Will it still look beautiful years from now? A white rug in a high-traffic area might look luxuriousβbut in reality, it wonβt last.
β Art Placement β With large walls, I opted for a gallery-style approach. My 24x36 framed metal prints arenβt just decorationsβtheyβre focal points, commanding attention.
β Lighting β Art shouldnβt fade into the background. If you invest in bold statement pieces, they deserve proper lighting. I was intentional about placementβavoiding direct sunlight (which can damage metal prints) while ensuring they always remain a visual highlight.
At the end of the day, luxury isnβt about what you ownβitβs about how you experience it.
Why I Call Myself a Luxury Architect of Space & Art
I donβt just create artβI create experiences.
People often tell me I have a natural talent for curation and staging. And honestly? Itβs not something I studiedβitβs something I just know. I can walk into a space and immediately envision how to make it feel more elevated.
Luxury isnβt about spending moreβitβs about understanding flow, balance, and impact. The right art, the right textures, the right lightingβthese elements set the tone of a space.
Thatβs why I admire artists who break the rulesβSalvador DalΓ, Keith Haringβvisionaries who redefined what art could be. That same energy fuels my own work. I want my art to make people stop. Stare. Think.
Advice for Collectors, Designers & Homeowners
Want to infuse true luxury into your space? Keep this in mind:
β Take risks. Safe choices are forgettable. If your art doesnβt make people stop and ask, βWhat is that?β, itβs not bold enough.
β Forget matching. Art shouldnβt βblend inβ with your couchβit should stand on its own.
β Curate, donβt just decorate. A well-designed space tells a story. Every piece should be there for a reason.
β Make your walls talk. Art should never be an afterthoughtβit should be the first thing people notice when they enter.
Final Thoughts: Living the Luxury You Create
Redesigning my home reminded me of an essential truthβluxury isnβt something you buy. Itβs something you live.
I donβt just talk about luxury. I embody it. I live it, breathe it, and create it in every aspect of my world.
And in the end, thatβs what true luxury is all about.
More Information:
The artwork shown in the image offers a glimpse of how Milton Wes Art transforms luxury spaces. These piecesβLiberated Tears and Duality Painβare not mass-produced; each is a one-of-a-kind statement, printed exclusively for the collector who acquires it. While the artist retains select works for marketing and display, both artworks featured are available now.
π Liberated Tears
π Duality Pain
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