Welcome to Pillows and Porches

Welcome to Pillows and Porches, where we transform spaces to reflect your unique style. For the last 10 years, Pillows and Porches has been designing and rebuilding homes all up and down the west coast. Specializing in both interior and exterior design, we create seamless, aesthetically pleasing environments. Our services include real estate consultation, staging, furniture selection, and color consultations to enhance your property’s appeal, whether you're selling or updating your space. From concept to completion, our team ensures a smooth, stress-free experience, making your dream space a reality. We’re here to help you create a home or business you’ll love to be in.

Meet the Team


  • Designer

    Michelle graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in business and liberal arts.  She worked in finance in Seattle for 10 years before she decided to leave the hustle and bustle of the city and raise her children in Tacoma, Washington.  For the last 20 years, Michelle, her husband Vince and their 4 children have purchased, renovated and sold a number of homes in Tacoma, University Place and Fircrest.  Her passion for renovation became a business venture in which she consults with family, friends and clients on interior and exterior remodels, down sizing, furniture purchasing, and bringing a new life back into a home, all while keeping its original charm.  Two years ago Michelle decided to enhance her business model by getting her Real Estate License.  She takes great joy in helping her clients find a house and make it their home!  


  • Designer

    Born and raised in the Gig Harbor area, Carol graduated from Washington State University with a degree in business and English. Upon marrying her husband Neil they moved to the East Coast where she developed her love for New England historic architecture and landscapes.   Taking this knowledge with her, and moving back to Washington State, she soon took to remodeling and glorifying homes in the North End of Tacoma while raising their three boys.  It was her passion to carefully update a home, while keeping in mind its original architecture,  and turning it into an elegant gem.  Most recently she enhanced her business model by getting her Real Estate License.  Carol takes great joy in consulting on interior and exterior remodels, new-builds and furniture design.