Designing with Legacy: Family, Tradition, and Timeless Interiors with Sara Hillery

In this episode of Grandma’s Silver, Allie Kochinsky sits down with interior designer Sara Hillery to explore her timeless, approachable design philosophy. Sara shares how she blends comfort, elegance, and fun in residential interiors that reflect personality, heritage, and style.Listeners will also get an insider’s look at her Kips Bay Decorator Show House experience, from receiving the news of her selection to finding inspiration and executing her installation. Sara opens up about the creative process behind designing standout spaces, the role of family and tradition in her work, and what makes her hometown of Richmond, VA, so special. Whether you’re a design enthusiast, a collector of meaningful interiors, or simply love beautiful spaces, this conversation offers insight, inspiration, and a peek behind the curtain of high-level residential design.Key Topics Discussed• Sara’s design philosophy: blending comfort, elegance, and personality• The inspiration and process behind her Kips Bay Decorator Show House installation• How family, tradition, and hometown influence her approach to design• Steps from conceptualization to execution of her most memorable projects• Creating interiors that stand the test of timeResources:WebsiteInstagram: @sarahilleryinteriordesignIf you enjoy Grandma’s Silver, follow the podcast and share this episode with a friend who loves heritage, design, and timeless living.