Interior stylist, photographer and founder of Bali Interiors
Nothing just falls in your lap; you have to work hard to make things happen.
Tell us your story – how did you get here?
I moved to Bali with my family six years ago. Within months of arriving, I had the idea of starting Bali Interiors – a blog about design, interior design and architecture. It organically evolved from a hobby to a full-time business by working hard, upskilling myself, and determination. Nothing just falls in your lap; you have to work hard to make things happen, and Bali is no exception. Behind every great business, there is a lot of hard work.
What accomplishment are you most proud of?
I have achieved three big accomplishments in the last year. The first was launching our video series, “A Peek in Paradise”. It was a big milestone for me. I’ve been wanting to do it for years and finally I had enough capital to invest in it. I wanted people to get a taste of what I experience in my daily life. Seeing people’s homes is my biggest pleasure, so being able to share that with the world was a big step. The second was visiting Nihi Sumba to shoot their resort. It was a dream of mine to work with them so to tick that off the bucket list felt incredible! And lastly, launching our online store – it was a long time in the making and a lot of work went into it, so launching this in February felt amazing!
What impact have you made in Bali?
I think the greatest impact that my business has made to Bali is shining a spotlight on the incredible design and aesthetics that thrive here. There are so many amazing houses, villas and venues that deserve shouting about. So to be able to show this to the world and change the narrative of what people think Bali is, is what I’m most proud of.
What does 2022 look like for you?
Busy, busy, busy! I already feel like time is slipping away because there’s so much I want to do! We are always thinking of creating new experiences and sharing our passion for showcasing stunning designs. We have lots of new features launching this year!
What do you love most about Bali?
There are so many, but one of the things I love most about Bali is the incredible people you meet along the way. Everyone has a story, a passion, and for the most part, people want to see you succeed. I love that in Bali, if you work hard, are a good person, and have a vision, you can make anything happen.
In your opinion, what’s the most inspiring design space in Bali?
Mmm, that’s hard to say. There really aro so many, and many more that I still haven’t visited. But for me, right now, it is my home that I recently built. I love it so much and it inspires me daily to keep creating and delivering inspiring content.
Who is your Local Legend and why?
There are so many actually. So many people are doing incredible things in Bali. But I’m always in awe of Kim’s work at Bali Street Mums Project. They provide safe housing for children and mothers who are begging on the streets, and they work so hard to help prevent human trafficking in Bali.