DJ THOMAS

DESIGNER OF SPACES |
BUILDER OF REINVENTION

Designing with intention. Building with Purpose.
Transforming spaces. Transforming lives.

Founder | A New View For You Interiors ● Author | Life Under Construction

THE STORY BEHIND THE WORK

Every transformation begins with seeing what's possible.

Before founding A New View For You Interiors, DJ Thomas spent more than two decades helping people navigate risk, protect what mattered most, and make informed decisions. Today, she brings that same strategic thinking to interior design, helping homeowners move forward with clarity before committing to costly renovations.As the author of Life Under Construction, DJ believes the principles that transform a home are often the same principles that transform a life. Whether she's redesigning a kitchen or helping someone navigate their next chapter, her approach remains the same: beautiful outcomes begin with thoughtful decisions.

The principles behind Life Under Construction™ began long before the book.Years of guiding homeowners through renovations revealed a simple truth:The strongest transformations rarely begin with demolition.They begin with clarity.A blueprint comes before construction.A foundation comes before the walls.Every intentional choice creates the possibility for something stronger.Those same principles apply beyond our homes. Whether rebuilding a room, a business, a career, or a life, meaningful change happens one thoughtful decision at a time.That belief became Life Under Construction™—a practical philosophy for rebuilding with clarity, intention, and purpose.

FEATURED TRANSFORMATIONS

Beautiful spaces begin with better decisions.

Most people don't begin a renovation because they want new cabinets.They begin because something about the way they live no longer works.Every project starts by understanding how your home should support your life—not just how it should look. That's why every recommendation I make is rooted in clarity, functionality, and thoughtful planning before a single finish is selected.The projects below reflect that philosophy. Each transformation began with listening carefully, solving real problems, and creating spaces that feel as good to live in as they are to look at.Explore a few recent transformations below, then let's talk about what's possible for your home.

HAMPTON KITCHEN RENOVATION | BEFORE & AFTER

YORKTOWN CONTEMPORAY RENOVATION | BEFORE AND AFTER

Every successful renovation starts long before demolition. It begins with understanding how the space should serve the people who live there. That's where my process begins.

WORK WITH ME

Why I start with clarityMost costly renovation mistakes happen before construction ever begins—not because people make bad decisions, but because they make decisions without enough information.My role isn't to tell you what to like.My role is to help you understand what's possible, avoid expensive missteps, and create a home that supports the life you're building.

Choose the level of guidance that's right for your project.

First Look™ Virtual Design
Investment — $150This one-on-one virtual consultation is designed to help you think through your project before making expensive decisions.Sometimes you don’t need a full design—you need focused professional direction.During this one-on-one virtual consultation, we’ll review your space, discuss your goals, and work through specific questions involving paint colors, furniture placement, finishes, decorating decisions, or early design ideas.Afterward, you’ll receive a personalized summary with the recommendations and practical next steps discussed during the session.Ideal for: Paint colors, room layouts, finish and fixture selections, decorating decisions, reviewing ideas before making purchases, and homeowners who want a professional second opinion.

First Look™ In-Home Project Assessment
Investment — $350The best renovations begin long before demolition.During this in-home consultation, we’ll walk through your space together, discuss what you want to accomplish, identify potential concerns, and examine the decisions that should be made before design or construction moves forward.You’ll receive a written action summary outlining priorities, recommendations, and practical next steps so you can move forward with a clearer understanding of the project before making a significant investment.Ideal for: Kitchens, bathrooms, additions, whole-home renovations, aging-in-place planning, space-planning concerns, and homeowners preparing to speak with contractors.

Design Consulting™
— Custom Proposal—Every project is different—and your design support should be too.Whether you’re renovating one room or creating something entirely new, I provide customized design strategy, space planning, finish and fixture selections, sourcing and shopping support, design development, and revisions tailored to your goals, timeline, and investment.When appropriate, I also collaborate with your selected contractor to clarify design intent, answer design-related questions, and help keep the approved plan consistent as the project moves forward.Let's create a space that's not only beautiful—but works beautifully for the way you live.Ideal for: Homeowners who are ready to move beyond initial ideas and develop a complete design plan, including space planning, finish and fixture selections, sourcing and shopping support, design revisions, and collaboration with their selected contractor.

Ready to get started?Click below and tell me which service you’re interested in:First Look™ Virtual Design Consultation
First Look™ In-Home Project Assessment
Design Consulting™You may also briefly describe your project so I can guide you to the right option.

The Book

The philosophy behind every transformation.

Life Under Construction™ is more than a book—it's a philosophy for rebuilding your life with clarity, intention, and purpose.Inspired by years of guiding homeowners through renovations, it reveals a simple truth: the strongest transformations, whether in our homes or our lives, begin long before construction ever starts.Because healing isn't demolition.
It's construction.One decision.
One day.
One brick at a time.Through a practical 30-day journey, you'll discover how small, intentional decisions create lasting change and learn to rebuild from the inside out.You are not behind.
You are not broken.
You are under construction.

A 30-Day Framework For Rebuilding Your Life From The Inside Out

READERS ARE BUILDING TOO

"I'm so incredibly proud of my classmate DJ for writing this book. I look so forward to rebuilding my life from the inside out!"— Susan Todd Overstreet

In Their Hands

Every copy that goes into the world becomes part of someone else's story.

Click or hover over each photo to read their story.

SPEAKING & WORKSHOPS

SPEAKING THAT
INSPIRES ACTION

Whether I'm speaking to homeowners, entrepreneurs, faith communities, or organizations navigating change, my goal is always the same: to help people move into their next chapter with greater confidence, purpose, and practical next steps.Every renovation begins with a vision.So does every reinvention.Drawing from my experience as an interior designer, entrepreneur, and the author of Life Under Construction, it has become my life's work to give language to what so many people are feeling but haven't yet found the words to express. I connect the principles of rebuilding homes with the principles of rebuilding lives, reminding audiences that meaningful transformation doesn't happen overnight—it is built, one intentional decision at a time.Every audience is different, but every presentation is grounded in one belief: we are all designing the lives we're living and building the future we're becoming.

THE QUESTIONS I BRING TO EVERY ROOM

What If This Isn't the End of the Story?
What Are You Really Building?
What Happens When the Blueprint Changes?
Who Are You Becoming While You're Building?Those don't sound like seminars.
They sound like conversations.Signature Talk
Life Under Construction™: Rebuilding from the Inside Out

LET'S BUILD SOMETHING MEANINGFUL

Let's Talk

What are you building next?

Whether it's a home, a new chapter, or an upcoming event, I'd love to hear your story and explore how we can work together.