About Becky Broeder
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Meet the Designer
I knew from a young age that was meant to be a creative type. With a propensity to voraciously study how and why elements work together, interior design naturally became my career.
My undergraduate studies were in English Literature and Film from Montana State University in Bozeman. At MSU, I was trained in the studies of story, psychology, mood, lighting, editing, and setting a scene, all essential skills in my interior design approach. I went on to study interior design in a BA program at the Southwest School of Visual Arts in Tucson while also working as a faux finish project manager, which allowed me to understand and practice the actual process of building interiors.
At that time, I was also a professional road cyclist and had the opportunity to travel extensively, learning about people in environments, and how different combinations of elements made me feel, both physically and psychologically, and why. My travels and experiences will forever influence my aesthetic, and approach.
I Love What I Do
I’ve really never done things halfway. I earned my Masters of Fine Arts degree in Interior Architecture and Design from the Academy of Arts University in San Francisco, in order to learn the profession fully and be taken seriously as a designer in the Western Montana market. My MFA studies began with an earnest love for green design and responsible building practices. Now, as a LEED Accredited Professional, I’m as passionate as ever about sustainable practices, responsible products, ethical services, and creating environments that make us happy and healthy.
It means a lot to me to be able to add comfort, beauty, health, thought, innovation, and joy to my clients’ lives. I’ve completed beautiful residential, retail, educational, and restaurant / hospitality projects in Tucson, Los Angeles, and throughout Western Montana, including homes and hospitality projects at StockFarm, The Yellowstone Club, and Paws Up Ranch. Becky Broeder Design was honored by Mountain Living Magazine in 2018, and has been published on the ML List of Top Mountain Architects and Designers for 6 years straight.
I’m also a licensed Realtor and specialize in market insight that analyzes current trends and buyer preferences, I provide effective staging, and I add value in helping clients make smart investments in their homes. With my creative vision, I can see potential in properties that others might miss while helping clients visualize transformations or find overlooked properties. I understand Missoula’s housing market and how to create dreamy, comfortable, marketable spaces. I provide a streamlined experience for clients, making the buying, selling, and designing process more cohesive and efficient while ensuring both beautiful and marketable results.
Process
At Becky Broeder Design our process is your process. We’re here to listen to your needs and curate tailored solutions to create inspirational places to live, work, and recreate in. Large or small, we give your project our undivided attention.
Philosophy
Becky Broeder Design believes that careful execution of the elements of interior design (color, form, space, texture, pattern, line, and light) inform the principles that create a successful, beautiful space. Inclusivity, team work, health, safety, and sustainability are paramount in Becky Broeder’s design philosophy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, in several capacities.
I have several builders that serve as clients. They frequently hire me to select and specify finishes and fixtures for their spec house endeavors. Each spec home I design puts an interesting, well designed, highly desirable product on the market with broad appeal.
I also hire builders. I have decades of experience and great working relationships with general contractors in the Missoula area. I assess a project and the personalities of my clients and suggest who I think would be a good fit for the project. I then work with my clients through the builder interview and job cost process.
And, I work with your builder. I love joining the team. If there is a builder in mind, I’m excited and happy to work with them.
An interior designer should be hired very early in the process. Without a plan, a builder cannot give a realistic price of the cost of any project. Once the design phase is complete and building is about to begin, it’s important to know what is going where and that it is ordered and on its way. Staying one step ahead of the project and general contractor ensures for a smooth project with few surprises and schedule delays.
Being both a realtor and interior designer has a significant impact on my approach to both professions.
As a Realtor, I understand what buyers want, allowing me to design spaces that are not only beautiful but also sell quickly. This knowledge helps me create designs that resonate with current trends and buyer preferences. I also specialize in effective staging, leading to quicker sales and higher offers. And I add value because I know which improvements add the most value, guiding clients to make smart investments in their homes.
As an Interior Designer, I can see the potential in properties that others might miss, helping clients visualize transformations and find hidden gems. Offering both services builds trust. Clients feel confident that I understand both the market and how to create their dream space. I provide a streamlined, seamless experience for clients, making the buying, selling, and designing process more efficient and cohesive.
My dual expertise allows me to serve clients better by integrating market knowledge with creative design, ensuring both beautiful and marketable results.
My style is your style. From the very first time I meet a person, I listen and gather information. The driving force of any design concept is dictated by what I understand my client’s wants and needs to be in relation to the existing architecture or plans. I often serve as the communicator and clarifier of what a person is trying to express. I also often serve as a mediator, sometimes between partners, sometimes between the contractors and my clients. I’ve created interiors for people that fit only them. I’ve also created interiors that have universal appeal.