--- title: "Anna Kucera - Gracious Living by Design — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/anna-kucera-gracious-living-by-design-pfvwus-pf~1795264534 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1795264534.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Anna Kucera - Gracious Living by Design" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/22633fed0f23301a_5176-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Charlotte, North Carolina, United States" latitude: 35.1287 longitude: -80.9338 phone: "(703) 568-1906" website: https://www.graciouslivingbydesign.com/ rating: 5 review_count: 13 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 63 last_updated: 2026-09-23 --- # Anna Kucera - Gracious Living by Design Original Houzz profile: [Anna Kucera - Gracious Living by Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/anna-kucera-gracious-living-by-design-pfvwus-pf~1795264534) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Charlotte, NC - **Serves:** Charlotte, Myers Park, Gastonia, Matthews, Mount Holly, Belmont, Weddington, Pineville, Marvin, Cramerton, Newport, Lowell, McAdenville, Charlotte Metro, Fort Mill, Ft Mill, India Hook, Lake Norman, Lake Wylie, Mc Adenville, NC, Paw Creek, Riverview, Tega Cay - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (13 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2014–2019), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 250 Ideabook Saves Relocated from Metro DC to Charlotte, NC in 2015, Gracious Living by Design specializes in full-scale interior design projects and offers a range of services and custom home furnishings. Owner and Principal Designer, Anna Kucera is a graduate of The George Washington University’s Master of Fine Arts in Interior Design program. Her background in the luxury hotel industry and in event management along with her interior design experience offers a unique perspective from her peers in the design profession. In addition to traditional interior design services, Anna’s project management skills and knowledge of luxury lifestyle clientele allow her to seamlessly shepherd a project’s vision from initial concept through completion with the utmost level of service. At Gracious Living by Design, we create interiors that encourage an inspired lifestyle by enhancing what clients love about their home, while guiding them to experience their surroundings in a new way. We design with the belief that one’s home should serve as both a personal haven and a warm welcome to family and friends. The Gracious Living by Design aesthetic is a sophisticated blend of old and new. We combine classic style with contemporary vision revealing an atmosphere that reflects your life. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Bedroom Design - Living Room Design - Color Consulting - Space Planning - Furniture Selection - Kids Bedroom Design - Dining Room Design - Custom Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Home Office Design & Construction - Entry Design - Custom Built-ins - Design Consultation - Floor Plans - Playroom Design - Project Management - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Furniture - Laundry Room Design - Mudroom Design - Nursery Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - House Plans - Custom Home Bars - Art Selection - Universal Design - 3D Rendering - Custom Bookcases - Custom Walk-in Closets - Custom Rugs - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Downsizing - Drafting - Custom Table - Custom Beds - Custom Storage ### Areas Served - Charlotte - Myers Park - Gastonia - Matthews - Mount Holly - Belmont - Weddington - Pineville - Marvin - Cramerton - Newport - Lowell - McAdenville - Charlotte Metro - Fort Mill - Ft Mill - India Hook - Lake Norman - Lake Wylie - Mc Adenville - NC - Paw Creek - Riverview - Tega Cay ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Anna Kucera - Gracious Living by Design | | Address | Charlotte, North Carolina, United States | | Phone | (703) 568-1906 | | Website | https://www.graciouslivingbydesign.com/ | | Followers on Houzz | 63 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/GraciousLivingByDesign - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/AnnaKucera - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/pub/anna-kucera/49/325/34a - Blog — http://www.pinterest.com/GLbyDesign/ ## Offers (DEMO) OFFERS _(DEMO) DISCLAIMER_ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Anna Kucera - Gracious Living by Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/anna-kucera-gracious-living-by-design-pfvwus-pf~1795264534) - **Website:** https://www.graciouslivingbydesign.com/ - **Phone:** (703) 568-1906 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Multiple Best of Houzz Winner, 2013 voted Best Interior Designer in Northern Virginia by readers of Northern Virginia Magazine - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2014–2019), for Service. **Affiliations** - [Interior Design Society](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/interior-design-society-pfvwus-pf~1829752925) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 13 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Julie Stalknecht, Feb. 2020** > Anna is amazing with color, fabrics and has an undeniable expertise. Her flow through a home builds and becomes magical. Voila! > > Anna, thank you for making my home so elegant while still being a comfortable retreat. I was one lucky lady to move into a home you decorated top to bottom...gorgeous! > > Julie Tulipane > Greenwich, CT **★★★★★ — HU-173759573, Dec. 2018** > Anna helped me redecorate an outdated small living room. I was a bit overwhelmed because I did not know exactly the look to pursue. Anna presented good choices in a short period of time. End result was excellent- a change for the better! **★★★★★ — krh730, Dec. 2018** > I am absolutely thrilled with my new Office /Piano Room. A soft and sophisticated new paint color, new area rug, ideal arrangement of existing furniture, and an intentional selection of new accessories, which perfectly complement the traditional/ chinoiserie chic feel of the room, has resulted in my dream work space. Anna designed the room to reflect both my personal style and my need for functionality, all while keeping it aligned with the decor and feel of the rest of my home. > > To top it off, she found the perfect Asian inspired mirror and complimentary paint shade for my powder room. **★★★★★ — Kelly Dyksterhouse, Dec. 2018** > Working with Anna was not only fun, but completely stress-free. We moved last summer into a house that had a very large living room space--I wanted the room to feel comfortable, inviting and cozy, but could not even begin to envision how to lay out the furniture. Anna measured the space before we moved, and by the time we were in the house, I had a blueprint of where our furniture could go. Anna saw the space broken into two different seating areas, something I never would have come up with on my own, and was wonderful with helping me pick fabrics and furniture for the space. I needed everything from rugs to light fixtures, and Anna was so helpful finding these pieces. As of right now, we have the major seating pieces needed to make the home livable, but what's best is that thanks to Anna, I have the plans in places for what is next as my funds come in for accent pieces. **★★★★★ — Melissa Mitchell, Dec. 2018** > Was nothing but pleased with the work Anna provided. I was on a limited budget, so hired her by the hour to help me decorate and plan the space in my new home. She helped me with everything from where to place wall hangings and furniture, to picking out new furniture and fabrics. She listened to what I was wanting and helped get my home to where I'd hoped! I really liked how she used many of my existing pieces, rather than recommending all new. Highly recommend! **★★★★★ — l1j1c1, May 2014** > Anna is a wonderful professional who listens to her clients and creates wonderful spaces for living specific to your taste and needs. She has practicality in mind and always with a sense of style and grace. **★★★★★ — Katie Campbell, Oct. 2013** > When we bought a new house in South Carolina I turned to Anna for help....long distance! From room measurements and iphone pictures, Anna helped me to select paint colors for the open floor plan and designed furniture placement in a difficult family room. She selected beautiful fabrics for a sofa and two swivel chairs from her Custom Private Label Furniture Collection. From long distance deadlines were met and delivery was arranged. Anna has a great eye for color, texture, and pattern mixtures. I love the way everything came together and look forward to working with Anna again, soon. I highly recommend Anna. **★★★★★ — skpmcleod, Oct. 2013** > Anna Kucera helped me with several rooms during a renovation. Anna designed window treatments, selected paint colors, wallpaper, helped with fabrics for upholstery and made carpet selections. Anna designed a breakfast nook in a "problem" area that is now one of my favorite places. Anna's incredibly creative, yet she was responsive to my own tastes. Work was completed as promised and Anna was a genius at keeping within our budget . I adore working with Anna! Besides her obvious talent, her enthusiasm and integrity are an added bonus. I absolutely recommend Anna! **★★★★★ — ritalambert, Oct. 2013** > Anna has designed several window treatments and carpet selections for my remodeled home. She understands her clients taste, and has a great eye for coodinating color and fabrics. I would highly recommend her for giving one's home that extra WOW! **★★★★★ — charkettler, Oct. 2013** > Anna Kucera is very professional and hard working! She has great taste and delivers everything as promised and on time. **★★★★★ — amylou22, Oct. 2013** > Anna from Gracious Living by Design has incredible ideas and was a pleasure to work with. Her energy and zest for the design business was refreshing. **★★★★★ — Katarina, Oct. 2013** > I love working with Anna! She is patient, knowledgeable, and has a great eye for design and color. > > Katarina Berger > Kitchen and Bath Designer > Firuze Tile Kitchen and Bath ## Selected projects - [Eclectic Mix on Canvas](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eclectic-mix-on-canvas-pj-vj~5846899) - Location: Charlotte, NC - Photos: 6 - [Old Town](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/old-town-pj-vj~139380) - Location: Alexandria, VA - Photos: 14 - [Mount Vernon](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mount-vernon-pj-vj~344617) - Location: Alexandria, VA - Photos: 10 - [Custom Private Label Furniture Collection](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-private-label-furniture-collection-pj-vj~347608) - Location: Alexandria, VA - Photos: 10 - Description: The Anna Kucera, Gracious Living by Design custom Private Label Furniture Collection is a means by which we are able to offer you the exclusive opportunity to be inspired and showcase your unique style. We work with you to express your particular taste from the shape of an arm to the pleats of a skirt. In addition we can tailor the scale and dimensions to fit within your home. Consideration of both form and function go into every choice we make. And rather than shopping store after store for the… - [Best Interior Designer in Northern Virginia](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/best-interior-designer-in-northern-virginia-pj-vj~344663) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Washington Post House Calls - February 28, 2013](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/washington-post-house-calls-february-28-2013-pj-vj~352107) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Belle Haven](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/belle-haven-pj-vj~344678) - Location: Alexandria, VA - Photos: 12 - [Polyvore Project Decorate - Hamptons Beach House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/polyvore-project-decorate-hamptons-beach-house-pj-vj~463504) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 [See all 8 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/anna-kucera-gracious-living-by-design-pfvwus-pf~1795264534) ## Ideabooks - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/77494580/list/wish-list) — 1 idea - [Stunning Dining Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/19000122/list/stunning-dining-rooms) — 2 ideas - [Beautiful Baths](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/18854624/list/beautiful-baths) — 2 ideas - [glbd's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1915151/list/glbd-s-ideas) — 1 idea [See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/glbd) ## Community Q&A **Q: What floor is appropriate to use in a 4 season sun room** *(in Photo Questions)* My kitchen has a wooden floor and we are adding a sun room off of this room and do not know if I should continue the same wooden floors or similar. Or pick ceramic and completely different floors in this 4 season sun room directly open to this kitchen space. A: Since you mentioned that the kitchen is directly open to the new sunroom, I recommended being consistent with the flooring to create a cohesive look. **Q: What are the sizes of these portraits? Paper/Canvas size and overall?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: These portraits are 18" x 24". Thank you for your interest! **Q: Where is the light from** *(in Photo Questions)* Where. Is the gold chandelier from A: This is an chandelier given to my client from her mother's home. You may want to check out chandeliers at your local antique shops. You'll likely need to have it re-wired. Thank you for your interest and hope you find one similar. **Q: Is there a manufacturer/model on the sofa? Looks great.** *(in Photo Questions)* A: This is a custom sofa from Henredon. Thanks for your question! **Q: What color is the countertop.** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The countertops are Sileston color Bamboo. Thanks for asking! **Q: Should we paint our living/dining room walls gray?** *(in Design Dilemma)* The room already has a nice beige color from previous owners. We don't hate it but we have been wanting to paint our living room walls gray. I have been wanting a Benjamin Moore "Stonington Gray" or "Coventry Gray". Other options we are considering are "Revere Pewter" (too greige?), "Thunder", "Silver Dollar", "Delray Gray". I 'm hesitant because the couch we purchased is already a light gray and am worried it might blend in/clash with the wall. Would an accent wall behind the couch in a darker gray work in this particular space? I will be decorating with turquoise curtains and yellow pillow covers. We want the end result to be modern and fun yet inviting and livable. A: See this one http://www.etsy.com/listing/51781907/large-modern-colorful-abstract-painting. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*