“The client loves the unexpected and is a blast to work with,” Pam explains. “She knows what she wants and will not stop until it’s just right. I’m the same way, so we worked well together for that reason. Every facet of this job was really fun for me.”

While any number of elements could spark Pam’s creativity, it all started with the tile for this project—a story that’s repeated in beautifully unexpected ways throughout the home. From the “insane” marble wall in the primary bedroom to the fireplace to the brass-inlay kitchen backsplash, the element of tile sets the stage. At the same time, an assembly of other finishes—including glass and reclaimed wood—creates an atmosphere that is all-together modern, multifaceted and timeless.

Her talent for keeping things classic yet relevant speaks to Pam’s design expertise. She owns two shops in Brookside, right next door to each other. Lauren Alexandra is a treasured children’s clothing and nursery boutique, first opened in 1994. Jorjy, launched years later in 2019, is a more lifestyle-focused boutique that features one-of-a-kind furnishings, gifts and registry items, as well as Pam’s in-house interior design services.

The whole-home design and styling services she offers through Jorjy are a natural overflow from her Lauren Alexandra clientele. Pam has been designing nurseries since 1994 when her first nursery project was featured in The Kansas City Star. Soon after, the designer’s own lake house was featured in Southern Living.