Residential interior design by Keeley McCleary Interiors, Toronto interior designer

A thoughtful approach to personal, polished homes.

Keeley McCleary Interiors is a Toronto-based residential design studio creating layered homes that feel lived-in, refined, and deeply personal. Rooted in a balance of character and comfort, the studio designs spaces with a quiet confidence; homes that feel thoughtful rather than overdone, elevated yet entirely welcoming.

Residential interior design by Keeley McCleary Interiors, Toronto interior designer

Drawing inspiration from the architecture, history, and individuality of each home, Keeley approaches every project with a nuanced eye for texture, tone, and form. Classic elements are thoughtfully reimagined for modern living; vintage lighting with presence, custom millwork that feels as though it has always belonged, and fabrics selected for their tactility and subtle sense of curiosity. The result is interiors that feel collected over time rather than simply designed.

At the core of the studio is a highly personal approach. Keeley works closely with her clients to understand what naturally resonates with them; how they live, what they wear, what they collect, where they travel, and the pieces they continue to hold onto. Rather than imposing a singular aesthetic, the process is about refining what already exists and giving it clarity, creating homes that feel authentic to the people who live within them.

Residential interior design by Keeley McCleary Interiors, Toronto interior designer

Each project is considered holistically, balancing beauty with function and carefully studying proportion, flow, materiality, and light. Working primarily within Toronto’s established neighbourhoods, the studio offers full-service furnishing and renovation design, collaborating with skilled local craftspeople to create bespoke cabinetry, upholstery, and architectural details tailored to each space.

Nothing overworked. Nothing predictable. Just homes layered with history, personality, and a quiet sense of welcome.

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Residential interior design by Keeley McCleary Interiors, Toronto interior designer

About Keeley

For Keeley, great design begins long before the first fabric is chosen or the first wall is painted. It begins with understanding the people who will call a house home.

After studying interior design in Montréal, Florence, and Toronto, Keeley has spent more than twenty years designing residential interiors throughout Toronto, becoming known for homes that feel layered, lived-in, and deeply personal. Her collaborative approach and thoughtful eye for detail allow each project to unfold naturally, creating spaces that reflect the people who live within them rather than a signature style.

When she’s not in the studio or on site, Keeley can usually be found exploring Toronto’s neighbourhoods, hiking local trails, or enjoying the ever-evolving restaurant scene with her husband and two children.  

  • If considering a renovation, you will be very fortunate to work with Keeley.

    "We approached our renovation...with some trepidation so finding Keeley was a gift.  From gently and respectfully letting us know that our budget estimates were 25 years out of date (the timing of our last Reno), educating us on the fine points of kitchen and bathroom design, setting up a schedule that worked for us, recruiting a team of exceptionally conscientious and skilled contractor and tradespeople, providing us with regular and relevant updates, immediately responding to and addressing any concerns, staying within our agreed upon budget, to sharing our delight in the stunning beautiful final product, Keeley made the process as pain-free as possible. Her design-eye is extraordinary but she never let it overwhelm our own taste and preferences. If considering a renovation, you will be very fortunate to work with Keeley."

    M. Russell

    Toronto

  • Each step was well thought through and organized, bringing a fresh perspective to my scattered ideas. 

    ​​"As a real estate agent, I have worked with several Designers both for myself and my Clients.  Working with KMI was strikingly different - Keeley brings a quiet confidence that can only be achieved by a deep understanding and experience of design. She spend time up front to ask questions and uncover my needs, my style, and my goals...KMI created a methodical process to designing my home.  Each step was well thought through and organized, bringing a fresh perspective to my scattered ideas.  Before KMI I felt overwhelmed & disorganized and after I felt in control, empowered and absolutely in love with my home!"

    E. Stupar

    Toronto

  • Working with Keeley was a wonderful process, start to finish.

    “Working with Keeley was a wonderful process, start to finish. While she pushed us design-wise, Keeley was never married to a particular style or look. Instead, she took a fun and collaborative approach to figuring out what we wanted.  Keeley took the blank canvas that was our space and made it warm, inviting, and beautiful. Her insistence on practical finishes also ensures that nothing is too precious.  In short, Keeley made our house feel like a cool, stylish, and downright magical home. We can't wait to work with her on our next project!"​​​

    A. ARMSTRONG

    Toronto

  • Working with Keeley was beyond anything I expected from hiring a Designer. 

    "Working with Keeley was beyond anything I expected from hiring a Designer.  The first thing that drew me to her was her forthright personality and her unique and timeless vision that feels fresh without relying on what's trendy.  I feel like she was my guide and advocate throughout the process of dealing with Contractors, Electricians, and construction deadlines - a world totally unfamiliar to me...her approach as a project manager, her ability and willingness to communicate and supervise our vision coming to life every step of the way.  I can't recommend her enough and can't wait to work with her again on my next project!"

    K. Ambrus

    Toronto