Curated & Collected: Inside a Realtor’s Timeless, Texture-Rich Remodel in Great Falls

When Kristi Lucero, a seasoned Great Falls real estate agent, set out to remodel her home, she approached the project with a deep passion for design and an instinct for livable beauty. Built in 1988 and never remodeled until now, the home was a true blank canvas. “I’ve always been obsessed with design,” she says. Over the course of three months and before even moving in, Kristi transformed the dated space into a layered, texture-rich retreat that feels both timeless and personal.

Her kitchen sets the tone. Originally closed off and underwhelming, it is now a timeless showpiece with green semi-custom cabinetry, open shelving built by her husband, layered lighting, and a plastered range hood that anchors the space with quiet drama. “We were going to go all black at first,” Kristi recalls. “But then I saw this cabinet color and fell in love.”

Rather than chasing trends, Kristi focused on making intentional choices that reflected the character of her home. The result is both elevated and lived-in, blending vintage rugs from Etsy, warm brass hardware, and durable LVT flooring that mimics hardwood. The balance of mood and warmth continues throughout, with thoughtful finishes that make the home both family-friendly and design-forward.

A self-described Facebook Marketplace hunter, Kristi finds beauty in the overlooked. “I’m on there a few times a week,” she admits. One of her favorite scores is the dining room table, which she recently refinished. It now serves as the centerpiece of a room layered with texture and character, including a striking light fixture from Etsy.

Throughout the remodel, Kristi worked closely with her husband, a contractor. She would sketch her ideas and he would build them, from shelving to custom trim work. “He’s more technical and I’m more creative,” she says. “It’s a good balance.” Even the wood beams in the living room, made from simple two-by-sixes, were a collaborative effort. Stained and roughed up for texture, they add rustic warmth to the space without overwhelming it.

Paint colors were chosen with longevity in mind. After tiring of bright white walls in a previous home, Kristi opted for warm tones that feel lived-in and forgiving. 

Kristi’s design philosophy is rooted in listening to the home itself. “Try not to just copy what you see online,” she says. “Let your house tell you what it wants to be.” That mindset guided her throughout the project, from mixing metal finishes to working with the home’s existing character. The result is a home that feels timeless yet personal—where natural wood tones, layered textures, and the occasional bold moment give the space soul, and every piece, new or vintage, has a place and a purpose.