Lesley Myrick Named Designer of the Year for Renovated Forsyth Farmhouse

The living room of Lesley Myrick's Designer of the Year award-winning Forsyth Farmhouse project with original freestanding brick fireplace
The living room of our award-winning Forsyth Farmhouse project with original freestanding brick fireplace

I’m thrilled to share some incredible news: I was recently honored with an Interior Designer of the Year Award from the Interior Design Society (IDS) – one of the most prestigious recognitions in our industry. (Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at the event in New Orleans.)

This award means so much because it celebrates the heart of what we do at Lesley Myrick Interior Design: creating personality-driven, playful, and function-forward homes for professional families here in Georgia and beyond.

The winning project? A 100-year-old farmhouse in Forsyth, Georgia that we completely reimagined. What began as a dark, overly brown interior became a light-filled, soulful home infused with bold color, rich texture, and a whole lot of personality.

The lounge and living room of Lesley Myrick's Designer of the Year award-winning Forsyth Farmhouse project
The lounge and living room of our award-winning Forsyth Farmhouse project

A Fresh Take on a Historic Farmhouse

This farmhouse had great bones – original shiplap walls, a freestanding brick fireplace, and tons of character. But it desperately needed an update to match the vibrant personality of the family living there.

We layered earthy greens, blush pinks, hammered metals, velvet, and leather to create a home that feels equal parts polished and playful. One of my favorite transformations was the lounge and living room, where a mix of sculptural furniture and collected artwork brought warmth and depth back into the space.

Living room in our Forsyth GA farmhouse renovation by Lesley Myrick Interior Design, showcasing bold colors, eclectic furniture, and a mix of textures.
Living room in our Forsyth GA farmhouse renovation by Lesley Myrick Interior Design, showcasing bold colors, eclectic furniture, and a mix of textures.

Why This Project Matters

Beyond the design details, this project represents what I love most: helping families see the full potential of their home. It’s not about following trends—it’s about honoring the architecture, listening deeply to the client’s personality, and designing a forever home that feels like them.

To have that vision recognized by the Interior Design Society on a national level is humbling, energizing, and honestly, a little surreal.

Looking Ahead

This Designer of the Year recognition inspires me to keep pushing boundaries, embracing boldness, and encouraging families to bust out of boring. To my clients, colleagues, and community – thank you for trusting me, supporting me, and letting me do the work I love.

If you’re dreaming of a home that feels vibrant, collected, and uniquely yours, inquire here to start your design project.

About Lesley Myrick

Lesley Myrick is an adventurous, intuitive, and exceptionally organized interior designer specializing in designing distinct “forever homes”. She works with high-achieving professionals to create playful, personality-driven and family-friendly spaces that are as functional as they are unique.

At Lesley Myrick Interior Design, we make the typically confusing design process seamless. Our high-touch, deeply engaged design process means that we accept just 6 large-scale remodeling projects per year. 

Learn more about our full-service interior design and inquire here to start your design project.