Laura
Spotlight on Laura
Laura is known as a brilliant interior designer, a devoted mother of five, and someone who carries herself with warmth, kindness, and faith. She has built a thriving design business while raising a busy family, and she is open about both the joys and the challenges of living in those two worlds. Laura thrives in chaos, and it’s clear she carries it with a grace that makes others feel steady just being around her.
Juggling Business and Motherhood
Balancing work and family has never been easy, especially in the early days. When her twins were just eight weeks old, Laura worked from home through the night, drawing design plans while holding a baby. When her youngest was born, she was at the stone yard picking out stone just days after birth. That persistence grew into a company strong enough to employ and support others, something that she counts as one of her proudest achievements.
As her children have grown, her idea of what it means to be a good mother has shifted. She once felt the pressure to make every event. Now she knows that sharing responsibilities with her husband, Spencer, and trusting that their “divide and conquer” approach is enough and allows her to be there for what matters most. With that being said, her go to word for her kids and clients is always yes, she want to make it all happen. That generosity toward others seems to be a trend in the Cedor household.
“We must juggle a lot and still expected to be everything from everyone around us. ”
Balance has been a focus for Laura this year. She is committed to being both a great designer and a great mom, but experience has taught her that saying yes to everything only stretches her too thin. In the past, she took on projects to grow her business, even when the style or client wasn’t the perfect fit. Now, she is learning to protect her time and energy, choosing work that feels aligned so she can show up fully for both her clients and her family.
Everyday Life
Laura’s days begin quietly before the rest of the house stirs. Being ready before five kids walk downstairs gives her a sense of control and calm. Once the afternoon begins, she leans on routines: homework first, then snacks, then time outside. She keeps her car stocked with everything from Tylenol to extra clothes to help manage the unexpected.
Some of her most cherished moments come from simple traditions. Evening walks with her daughter have become a regular rhythm, three miles of conversation and connection away from the noise of a large family. Mealtimes are practical, often planned so a dish can serve twice in a week, keeping life just a little more manageable.
Design with Heart
Laura brings that same thoughtfulness to her work. She says she is always planning for her clients—pausing in the middle of a day, waking up with new ideas, even sketching on vacation. Her projects are full of detail because she wants to see her clients’ dreams come alive.
She has a sharp eye for the things that can change a space: the way light sets the tone, how the wrong scale can throw a room off balance. Rugs are her favorite budget-friendly upgrade, while wallpaper is the splurge she always recommends—it adds instant joy. Her own home is a reflection of both design and real life. She breaks the design rules with family photos lining the walls, her boys sleep in beds once used by her brothers, and the dining table is missing chairs from years of spills and play. Rather than cover the imperfections, she embraces them as part of her family’s story.
Faith, Family, and Connection
Faith is at the center of Laura’s life and the anchor she returns to in both busy and quiet seasons. She treasures the rosary, finding in it a rhythm that settles her heart and restores her perspective. Praying with her children each night and attending Sunday Mass together are non-negotiables that shape her family’s week. Her faith gives her a sense of spiritual peace, a reminder that she doesn’t have to carry every burden alone.
Her marriage is grounded in steady conversation and shared responsibilities. She and Spencer talk constantly, keep each other emotionally connected, and share the load of household tasks. Teamwork makes the daily chaos manageable. She credits Spencer for the push to open her own business, allowing her to thrive with his constant support and partnership.
Outside of the home, Laura also treasures her close circle of friends, women she describes as the best kind of support system in both motherhood and work, a consistent source of strength. She says her group is truly there for each other and cheers each other on through it all.
What She Hopes Her Kids Remember
When Laura imagines what her children will look back on one day, she hopes it is her presence and faith they remember. She was there at the bus stop, at school events, and in all the big moments. She worked hard for them, AND she showed up. She says that is what matters most. That is the legacy she is building, both in her family and in her work.
