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Design Directions in 2026

Maria hosted a hands-on workshop on March 12th, sharing fresh ideas that are shaping the future of design.

Enjoyed by both existing clients and newcomers, the event was filled with inspiring concepts and bold creativity to guide 2026 decorating plans—introducing exciting trends that attendees could interpret and tailor to their own unique spaces.

Watch out for our next workshop or call 703-330-4451 today and book a seminar at your home, business or social club.

Featured in
Apartment Therapy

Maria’s collection of milk glass was featured on apartmenttherapy.com this month.

20 Designers Share Their Best Secondhand Finds of All Time
by Sarah Lyon

“About three to four years ago, I was antiquing with a friend and came across a beautiful piece of milk glass. I had seen many through the years, but this one had my attention. I picked it up, and that piece became the start of a vintage milk glass collection! The next two years were all about milk glass hunting. I read all about vintage milk glass, looked into the difference between the opaque, translucent, and milk white finishes, visited many antique shops, and bought several unique pieces. The collection grew and grew. I display a part of it in my sitting room. I had the back of the built-ins painted in Sherwin-Williams’ Naval (SW-6244) so the milk glass would pop beautifully. Years later, I still love it!” —Designer Maria Loveless, owner of the L&L Design Team

We Moved!

We are busy completing our new design studio but don’t worry, we didn’t go far!

Our new address is:

9832 Business Way
Manassas. VA 20110

By appointment only.

Featured in LifeStyle Magazine

Maria Loveless was featured this month in the Haymarket/Gainesville Lifestyle Magazine,  October 2021. Small changes make a difference in this fall home décor refresh.

Many of us see the freshness of fall as the perfect time to revitalize our space. That’s why Lifestyle asked Maria Loveless of the L&L Design  for some quick and inexpensive ways to give our interiors a boost. Read on for some terrific tips, insight on what’s trending, and realistic perspectives on a few projects you probably shouldn’t tackle without a pro!

Featured in The Spruce

Maria was recently featured with other franchise owners in Spruce magazine’s 9 Designers Share Their Latest Purchases for Their Own Homes.

Designer Maria Loveless recently purchased two modern Binghamton wide velvet armchairs, which now have a spot in her living room. “I needed a pair of chairs that complemented a white sofa I bought a couple years ago,” Loveless explained in an email. “I looked for a long time. I did not want anything traditional and it had to be the right shade of white!” Loveless appreciates how well the chairs she selected fit within the room. She said, “I love how warm and inviting they are while they bring the perfect modern touch to the space.”

Local interior designer honored

Maria Loveless, head of the L&L Design Team, which owns the Decorating Den Interiors franchise serving the Manassas area, was honored with the Chairman’s Positive Thinker Award at the annual international conference. Due to Covid19 closures, the award was presented during a company-wide video conference involving more than 200 interior design professionals.

The Positive Thinker Award was started by the company’s late chairman, James S. Bugg, Sr., who constantly said: “Any sales organization needs a core of positive thinkers.” Each year, he selected a number of owners who “had stood out as examples of having a great attitude, which is the foundation of any successful business.”

Maria receives second award

During this year’s zoom-based international design conference, Maria Loveless received a second award for her achievements during the past year.

Three National Awards

Interior designer Maria Loveless, the owner of The L&L Design Team, a Decorating Den Interiors franchise, was recently recognized with three awards at the company’s national conference.

Decorating Den Interiors is North America’s largest interior design and home furnishings franchise company. The L&L Design Team earned Decorating Den’s Director’s Award and Inaugural Award as well as an Outstanding Growth of a Region Award. All three awards recognize Maria’s quick growth since opening her franchise in 2016.