Rob McLaughlin Brings Your Vision to Life
For me, as an interior designer in Orange County and the Los Angeles metropolitan area, design is about more than looking good or being trendy – it’s about uncovering your unique story and bringing it to life. As your 5blox personal interior designer, my first step is always listening, because it’s your vision that sparks my creativity. I aim to treat you as a partner residential interior designer – together, we’ll dive into your reasons for change, and together we’ll craft bold, personalized spaces that feel completely right for you.
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About Me
While I didn’t always plan on becoming an Orange County interior designer, my passion for design began early, when watching my grandfather at his drafting table. He was a structural engineer who played a pivotal role in shaping Vancouver’s skyline. Those hours spent observing him drafting high-rises had a profound influence on my design sensibilities. Even as a kid, I would meticulously construct detailed forts and scale-model bases for my GI Joes. I was always sketching something, painting something, or creating something. Art and design became second nature.
Initially, architecture seemed like my destined path. I enrolled in college with that intention, where I learned a great deal that would later help me as an interior designer in Orange County. At the same time, I earned my real estate license. Juggling both worlds deepened my understanding of the hidden potential of spaces. My eclectic road to becoming a personal interior designer didn’t end there, as I also pursued filmmaking in Hollywood. Yet, design stayed firmly rooted in my life. Throughout my time in Hollywood, I frequently bought, remodeled, and sold properties, sharpening my intuitive sense for interiors that I’d put to use as a residential interior designer. Eventually, the call back to formal design became irresistible. I earned a degree from Otis College of Art and Design and landed at 5blox as an Orange County interior designer.
My design approach? It’s highly personalized. I always start by asking, “Why?” Why does your current space feel inadequate? Maybe it’s just time for a style update, maybe your needs have evolved, or maybe you feel like your space just doesn’t express you. As a personal interior designer, I’ve learned that every project tells a unique story. By connecting with you personally, I can better grasp your background, needs, and character – and help accentuate every eclectic aspect of your story in the design process. As your residential interior designer, every detail matters, and every choice carries meaning.
5Blox Blog
Read our blog, curated by our Orange County interior designers, about interior design and home remodeling in Los Angeles, Orange County, and other locations!
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Spaces That Tell Your Story
Your home should reflect exactly who you are as a whole: your needs, aesthetic tastes, and even your background. So, when you work with me, I aim to help you craft a space that is functional but also filled with the personality and charm that sets you apart. My goal as your interior designer in Orange County is straightforward: to create spaces that feel authentically, perfectly you. Book a free walkthrough today!