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Birmingham-based designer Caylee Stefanek of LOGOS Interiors brings soulful sophistication to spaces throughout the South, from Lake Martin to Little Rock. She launched her design firm as a way to turn her lifelong love of drawing floor plans and crafting meaningful spaces into a full-time gig, and we’re here for it. We caught up with Caylee and learned how she honors a home’s history, finds beauty in function … and how much she’s looking forward to raising chickens.

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Meet Caylee Stefanek of Logos Interiors — our latest Interior Designer Crush! Image: Lucy Baird

What first sparked your love for design?

My family built a custom home in middle school, and my dad allowed me to be very involved at a young age. My parents divorced, and as the oldest child, I stepped into homemaking like I was made for it. Coupled with my passion for drawing houses and floor plans in middle school, I have had my eye on a design career for a very long time.

As a nanny in college, my passion for crafting homes was influenced by some of the most affluent homes in Belle Meade, TN, and how they function for families and caretakers. I was always drawn to the homes that felt unique, livable, and impressive.

How would you describe your aesthetic?

My aesthetic is most influenced by my upbringing in Franklin, TN, rural Arkansas, and travels to New England. Anything with a pastoral or coastal emotion feels like home to me, and I especially enjoy mixing in rustic and raw elements with minimalism.

Bright, modern kitchen by Logos Interiors with marble countertops, stainless steel stove, copper pots hanging above, and vases of lemons and tulips as decoration.Pin
A study in balance, crisp marble, warm leather, and lush greenery play against exposed beams to create an effortlessly refined yet deeply inviting kitchen. We love the copper pots display! Image: Jean Allsopp
A bright kitchen by Logos Interiors features a marble island, brown chairs, vases of white flowers with lemons, and white cabinetry, opening into a living area with large windows.Pin
There are elevated details from every angle. Soaring beams, statement lighting, and layered textures (like leather stools) come together to create a kitchen that feels both grand and grounded. Image: Jean Allsopp

How has Birmingham’s rich architectural heritage shaped your approach to interior design?

The homes in Birmingham have been a wonderful landscape to meander through. Each one has a traditional edge that welcomes my aesthetic, and at times challenges it to be more formal, using more contrast, damask, and brass, more than I typically would. Birmingham homeowners are proud of their homes and put them to use.

I appreciate being included in the teams chosen to steward those homes, some dating back 100 years. My stewardship-driven approach is focused on finding a design that feels authentic to me, the home, and the homeowner and is, therefore, timeless. I believe it is imperative to avoid trends that will lose value over time.

An in-home wet bar with an ornate mirror and decanters.Pin
Glass shelving frames a curated vignette of vintage decanters, while an antique mirror adds depth, history, and quiet elegance to this glamorous in-home wet bar. Image: Jean Allsopp

Your work celebrates layered textures and unexpected detail. What is one signature element you often return to, and what brings you back to it?

Every room I work on will have an antique. I like to reduce waste by reusing, and more importantly, I believe that if the piece has lasted a hundred years, it will outlast anything else on the market that I can order for a client.

Bright living room by Logos Interiors with white walls, neutral furniture, large windows, sheer curtains, plants, a wooden chest, modern artwork, and a black tufted bench table in the center.Pin
This living room is a modern canvas in crisp white, layered with playful texture — from pops of color and furry pillows to a sleek leather ottoman, every detail adds a little unexpected joy. Image: Jean Allsopp

What has been your favorite project to date?

My favorite project to date is probably a series of barn-style homes nestled into some acreage in Leeds, AL.

What advice would you give someone trying to move beyond Pinterest and create a home that truly reflects their personal style?

I would unplug and travel. Even if your schedule and budget don’t allow for it, like mine, get out and do something to stir your heart. Take a day trip to Mentone, AL, drive through the countryside, spend a weekend at the beach, and reflect on where your heart wants to marinate. We can create that in your home without Pinterest.

A modern white bathtub with a towel draped over the edge sits below two spiky black light fixtures and a window with a leafy plant on the ledge, showcasing the sleek style of Logos Interiors.Pin
In this beautiful bathroom retreat, clean lines meet coastal drama. Sculptural lighting floats above the tub like sea urchins, bringing an artful edge to the tranquil space. Image: Jean Allsopp
A modern bathroom by Logos Interiors features a light wood vanity, marble countertop, double sinks, a large mirror, wall sconces, a gray towel, a vase of flowers, and natural light streaming in from the window.Pin
Twin sinks rise from a washed-wood cabinet, a grounded moment of calm beneath the sculptural play overhead. Image: Jean Allsopp

If you had to design a dream space with no limitations (location, budget, or client), what would it look like?

A dark-stained cedar-shingled home inspired by my trips as a nanny to Compo Beach in Westport, [but built] in the heart of Mountain Brook, AL, with luscious layers of boxwood, accessory buildings, and a simple pool. I would like to live there and draw every gate, corbel, and custom door to the “nth” degree.

A neatly made bed with white and light blue pillows sits beside a table covered with a checkered cloth, styled by Logos Interiors, featuring a lamp, photo frame, and small decorative item.Pin
Subtle blue accents bring just the right hint of calm to this cozy bedroom. Image: Logos Interiors
A bed with a white quilted cover and pillows, brown decorative pillow, rattan headboard, two wooden nightstands with lamps, and woven wall decor create a cozy atmosphere inspired by Logos Interiors.Pin
Natural textures like rattan, wood, and tortoise shells create a warm, collected vibe that feels effortless and intentional. Image: Logos Interiors

What’s a design risk you took that paid off?

My most recent design risk was a new business venture. I was asked to draw an 8,000-square-foot dream home for a client who wanted my take on everything from the floor plans to interior and exterior elevations. I undertook this project with singularity, grave attention to detail, and gratitude. We hope the house will break ground late summer.

Finally, can you describe your design philosophy in five words?

Restful. Authentic. Timeless. Organic. Trustworthy.

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Jenna Bratcher
About the Author
Jenna Bratcher

Jenna Bratcher is StyleBlueprint Nashville’s Associate Editor and Lead Writer. The East Coast native moved to Nashville 17 years ago, by way of Los Angeles. She is a lover of dogs, strong coffee, traveling, and exploring the local restaurant scene bite by bite.