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Royden Oaks
by Letecia Ellis Haywood Interiors

Royden Oaks

by Letecia Ellis Haywood Interiors

Shortlisted: Living Space - Americas Award

The International Design & Architecture Awards 2025

IDA 2025

Letecia Ellis Haywood Interiors crafted a tailored yet collected aesthetic for this Royden Oaks custom home, which reflects the family’s history and travels. Nestled among historic oak trees, this residence was designed for a young family of four. The home embodies balance in all aspects, blending practicality with beauty, and heritage with modernity. Over the course of eighteen months, the design team guided the family through their first custom build, ensuring every choice married functionality with elegance.

Selections of materials and furnishings throughout the home reflect this balanced approach. Durable natural stone countertops are paired with porcelain tiles, while seating is upholstered in luxurious performance fabrics. Each choice ensures longevity and ease of maintenance without compromising aesthetic appeal.

Upon entering, guests are welcomed by a sun-filled entryway and a formal living room in crisp white tones. As one moves further into the home, the mood shifts in the dining room and bar, where deep slate blue hues contrast with warm white oak elements. At the heart of the home, the kitchen and family room echo earlier design elements, featuring a palette of warm oak, white tones, and intentional contrasts. Custom cabinetry blends paint, stains, and mixed metals, elegantly concealing smart storage solutions.

The cohesive design seamlessly merges beauty with durability. A harmonious palette flows throughout, balancing light, airy spaces with darker, moodier tones. Letecia Ellis Haywood Interiors successfully created a refined yet approachable home, where each room tells a story of thoughtful, purposeful design, combining aesthetic refinement with practical livability.

Location: Houston, Texas

Architect: Robert Dame Designs

Interior Designer: Letecia Ellis Haywood and

Construction: Fifty Seventh and 7th Luxury Homes

Photography: Pär Bengtsson

Letecia Ellis Haywood Interiors has been shortlisted for Living Space Americas Award in The International Design & Architecture Awards 2025.

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