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Design Inspiration + Insider Guidance + Press Features3 Reasons to Invest in Custom Upholstery and Fine Furnishings
In a world of fast furniture and fleeting trends, custom upholstery stands apart. Explore how bespoke craftsmanship and thoughtful design create timeless, meaningful interiors.
Southern Living: What To Do With Sentimental Family Furniture That's Not Your Style
Quoted in Southern Living, Audra shares how a beloved dressing table from her grandmother’s home now serves as a poudreuse in her daughter’s bedroom. Discover how heirloom pieces can feel timeless—not outdated—when styled with intention and layered into a collected, elevated home.
House Beautiful: Outdoor Planters that Designers Swear By
Audra was recently featured in House Beautiful for her outdoor planter pick, chosen for its quiet charm and versatility. In this post, she shares how she styles it with intention—not just as a container, but as a design element that finishes a space with elegance and ease.
Voyage Tampa: Inspiring Conversations with Audra Samnotra of Social Swan Decor
Originally featured in VoyageTampa, this article highlights how Audra Samnotra’s global experiences and finance career shaped the foundation of Social Swan Decor.
Tampa Magazine: Designing Bathrooms for the Long Haul
Social Swan Decor’s design for lasting, beautiful bathrooms earned a feature in Tampa Magazine. Discover how they blend stealth luxury with thoughtful longevity.
The Spruce: 5 Styling Tricks to Make a Home Look Instantly Done
Social Swan Decor is excited to be featured in The Spruce, sharing styling tips that bring polish and personality to any room—plus our founder’s expert perspectives.
Tampa Magazine: A South Tampa Mediterranean Revival
Social Swan Decor is honored to be featured in Tampa Magazine for a full-home project that blends Mediterranean character with modern warmth and soulful detail. See the project and publication highlights.
Design Is the Real Luxury: Reflections from a Naples Home Tour
During a private design retreat in Naples, I toured homes from $3M to $35M—and left with an unexpected lesson: great design—not the price tag—defines true luxury. Here’s why I’ll always choose thoughtful, intentional design over square footage alone.
Design a Luxury Home That Truly Works for You
Create a luxury home that’s as beautiful as it is functional. Discover the 3-zone method to design a space that supports how you live, gather, and entertain.
Real Simple: All the 2025 Decor Trends Designers Are Already Tired of Seeing Everywhere
Audra Samnotra, founder of Social Swan Decor, was recently featured in Real Simple, where she highlighted several 2025 home décor trends that designers are ready to move past. She emphasizes the overuse of white oak, suggesting that darker wood tones offer a more sophisticated and timeless appeal. Audra also notes that while arched mirrors and small decorative accessories have become overplayed, architectural arched doorways remain a classic and elegant choice.
Audra Samnotra of Social Swan Decor in Tampa, FL Awarded Best of Houzz 2025
Social Swan Decor, a premier Tampa-based interior design studio, has been awarded Best of Houzz 2025 for Customer Service. Selected from over 3 million professionals, this honor highlights the firm’s commitment to designing effortlessly beautiful and highly functional spaces for high-performing professionals.
Southern Living: 10 Essential Tabletop Accessories Every Southern Host Needs
Creating a warm and inviting gathering often begins with a thoughtfully set table. Southern design professionals emphasize the importance of visual comfort and beauty in tablescapes. Essential accessories include place card holders for personalized seating, matching fabric napkins and table linens for an elevated experience, and chic glassware to add a touch of elegance.
Southern Living: 5 Things You Should Never Buy At A Thrift Store
Shopping secondhand is all about finding hidden gems, but not every thrift store item is worth taking home. Discover the five types of thrift store finds that seasoned thrifters recommend leaving behind, and ensure your purchases add value to your space without creating clutter or stress.
The Spruce: I Asked Designers What They Always Buy on Amazon, and They Spilled All Their Secrets
Sourcing unique, stylish home decor doesn’t have to break the bank. Designers share their favorite Amazon finds—from luxe bed sheets to trendy lighting—to elevate your home with ease.
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Tampa Magazine: Favorite Things by Audra Samnotra, owner of Social Swan Decor
Interior designer Audra Samnotra of Social Swan Decor shares her expert picks for standout furniture and decor pieces. From a cosmic chandelier to a dramatic marble dining table, these selections combine style and functionality to elevate any home.
Homes & Gardens: Brittany and Patrick Mahomes's 'simplicity meets sophistication' patio furniture color is timeless and practical, according to the experts
Black patio furniture is a timeless classic that exudes sophistication and versatility. Learn how Brittany and Patrick Mahomes’s stunning outdoor design pairs sleek black lounge chairs with white stone for a balanced, contemporary look that never goes out of style.
Southern Living: 10 Things You Should Always Thrift For Your Home, According To Designers
Learn more about sourcing furniture from an interior designer in Tampa, Florida
Real Homes: 5 small guest bedroom ideas that will quickly make anyone feel at home
Learn more about bedroom interior design in Tampa, Florida
 
                         
                   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
