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Max Humphrey

Portland, OR, US

Max Humphrey's designs boast his signature "modern Americana" aesthetic. He creates classic, layered, and lived-in spaces well-suited for his client's lifestyles.

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a living room filled with furniture and a fire place
a living room filled with furniture and a large window
a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white brick wall
a bathroom with a black and white checkered floor
a kitchen with green cabinets and black counter tops
a living room with a couch and a coffee table
a bathroom with a black and white tile floor
a bedroom with a large bed and wall paper
a baby's room with a crib and wallpaper
a living room filled with furniture and large windows
a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white rug
a room with a window seat and a rug on the floor
a kitchen with a rug in the middle of the floor
a desk with a mirror and some deer heads on the wall
a living room with a couch and a firewood stack
a living room filled with furniture and a fire place
a room with a bed, table, and a sign on the wall
a camper is parked in a wooded area

About

Max Humphrey is a Portland, Oregon based designer. After working in TV and film production and touring the U.S. and England as the bass player in a punk rock band signed to a major record label, he discovered a passion for interior design. His trademark lived-in, layered look has earned accolades, including being named a “Next Wave” designer by House Beautiful and one of Country Living’s 100 most creative people.

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His first coffee table book, ‘Modern Americana’, was released in 2021 and debuted as the #1 new release across both the Interior Design and DIY categories. His latest book is called, LODGE: An Indoorsy Tour Of America's National Parks.

Max Humphrey

can advise on
Furniture and home decor selection and placement
Floor plan layout
Stores and brands to consider
Styling (surfaces, sofas, beds, walls etc.)
Paint/wall treatments and drapery/window treatments
Cabinetry and built-ins
Fixtures, finishes and trims
Construction and remodel ideas
Exterior design
Career advice for aspiring designers
Guidance / second opinion for professional designers

Why a 1:1 Consultation?

Whether your project is a gut renovation or a room in need of a refresh, Max Humphrey can guide you in creating a fully-realized space that you'll love living in.

You can show your space over video, put together a presentation with photos and/or links to walk through over screen-share, or simply chat and take notes. The time is yours to use however is most helpful for you.

The countless decisions of home design tend to be time-consuming and costly. Booking an Expert consultation makes the process easier – and more fun!

Client Testimonials

"I felt immediately comfortable with and supported by Max. He's obviously a very experienced designer with expertise and talent. I appreciated his thoughtfulness with my questions and in designing around a room that is spatially a bit tricky. I liked that he'd give me his opinion when asked and shared links and photos of furniture/rugs in real time. It felt like a personalized and specific consultation without vagueness or feeling rushed. I look forward to booking another consultation with him."
Tracy T.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Max Humphrey, Principal
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"Really enjoyed my session with Max. I love his style and he was so helpful with specific suggestions on our renovation projects. I would highly recommend him to anyone. "
Katie M.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Max Humphrey, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Max is amazing! A great listener with an incredible sense of spaces, design and color. "
D. M.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Max Humphrey, Principal
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"Max was extremely helpful and thorough. I'm amazed at how much ground we covered in a short period of time. We have such a great foundation for the colors and aesthetic of our home now!"
Sophie L.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Max Humphrey, Principal
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"Max has been a fantastic find for us. Not only do we vibe with his sense of style, but we also appreciate his suggestions and the way he gently guides us to a great solution. He's a great listener and incorporates all of our varying ideas with ease."
Matt J.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Max Humphrey, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Great session with Max! He was thoughtful, organized, creative and specific. He had wonderful solutions for my space and its use, as well as ways to conquer restrictions with my budget and tight timeline. Working with him through The Expert was fun and super helpful, and I'll definitely go back for other rooms in the future."
Carolyn C.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Max Humphrey, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"I was completely shocked at how productive our time was. Max led the call very well and kept us on task, he was prepared, worked efficiently and came up with some amazing ideas for my home. I am ecstatic. I will be booking again for another room in the near future! "
Emily C.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Max Humphrey, Principal
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"Max was great! He helped me with a home office space & I loved all of his recommendations. The follow up with a diagram and furniture recs was perfect. Will be using his expertise again in helping with another project!"
Shelley B.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Max Humphrey, Principal
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"My decorating problem was very minor. I had an idea but just wanted the approval of someone with expertise. He also helped me with the pony walls. Gave me a great idea that I am going with."
Lynn-Marie P.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Max Humphrey, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"The session with Max was outstanding and far exceeded all my expectations. He brought my inspiration to life with specific product recommendations for paint, fixtures, lighting, kitchen cabinets and the overall design layout. Max even created a mood board using my color palette which helped me visualize things. All of this was accomplished in a single session! I highly recommend Max for your next design project and I’ll definitely be booking again. Thank you!"
George C.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Max Humphrey, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"This was my second consultation with Max and it was truly outstanding just like our first meeting. His ability to transform my inspiration into a specific plan that can be executed will be very helpful. Max provided excellent design and product recommendations that I would have never considered on my own. I continue to be very impressed with how much information you can receive during a single session. I know I’ll be booking again! Thank you!"
George C.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Max Humphrey, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"My consultations with Max Humphrey continues to be excellent. I just completed my fourth session and each time I get valuable information for my renovation project. During this last meeting, I presented a design problem and Max was able to quickly develop a solution that will look amazing. Thank you!"
George C.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Max Humphrey, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Thanks Max for your amazing guidance and to The Expert for providing a very valuable service!"
George C.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Max Humphrey, Principal
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"Another excellent session with Max. Amazed with how much can be accomplished during one session. Thanks!"
George C.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Max Humphrey, Principal
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