Meet Laura Mineff
WHERE BEAUTIFUL DESIGN MEETS CLEAR DIRECTION
Laura Mineff is an interior designer with Array Design Studio, a design-build advocate, and provides construction services with LJM Construction. She helps clients confidently bring their spaces to life. Through innovative visualization tools and her partnership with Walk Your Plans, she connects clients directly to the development process while applying her Universal Design Method to create homes and commercial spaces that work beautifully for every member of the household or workspace. Laura also shares her expertise through her YouTube channel, book, speaking engagements, and upcoming educational courses launching in 2026.
interior design
Array design studio
Through Array Design Studio, Laura Mineff creates interiors that are beautiful, functional, and tailored to how you truly live. Her approach blends thoughtful aesthetics with practical decision-making, helping you define your style, refine your vision, and bring clarity to every design choice. Whether refreshing a single room or rethinking your entire home, Laura’s design process is personal, collaborative, and grounded in years of real-world experience. Find out more about how Array Design Studio can transform your space.
laura’s portfolio
Hannah lane carriage House -
residential
array design studio -
commercial
design - build Advocacy
with laura mineff
Renovations can feel overwhelming when contractors, quotes, materials, and timelines all start speaking different languages. Laura steps in as your design-build advocate. She is the interpreter between what you want and what construction teams are proposing. She reviews estimates, clarifies material choices, asks the right questions, and ensures you’re getting fair pricing and appropriate recommendations. Throughout the entire project, Laura protects your vision, your budget, and your peace of mind. She assists in keeping the process on track and helping you avoid costly mistakes. Find out more about how Laura can guide you through your renovation with clarity and confidence.
construction
ljm construction
Through LJM Construction, Laura oversees renovation and building projects with a hands-on, start-to-finish approach. She coordinates with architects and trades, manages materials and timelines, and ensures every detail is delivered to the highest standard. From flooring and cabinetry to lighting, fixtures, and structural planning, LJM keeps your project organized, efficient, and aligned with your design vision. Find out more about LJM Construction.
a case study
From start to finish read about how Laura took a sad abandon home in Tremont, Ohio & created it into a beautiful retail, studio & apartment space, saving it from demolition.
coming soon
additional services
laura offers more than just design
Universal design method
Laura’s Universal Design Method creates homes that work beautifully for everyone, regardless of age, ability, or stage of life. By blending thoughtful accessibility with elevated style, she designs spaces that feel intuitive, safe, & easy to live in without ever looking clinical. From smarter layouts to purposeful material choices, Laura helps you future-proof your home while keeping it warm, welcoming, & truly yours. Find out more about Laura’s Universal Design Method.
pet friendly -
Fear Free™ design
Laura designs homes where pets and people can thrive together. Using the Fear Free™ approach, she creates spaces that reduce stress, support natural behaviors, & keep your furry family members safe & comfortable. From thoughtful layouts to smart material choices, Laura helps you design a home that feels calm, functional, & truly pet-friendly, all without sacrificing style. Call Laura to find out more about Laura’s approach to Fear Free™ design.
speaking engagements
Laura is available for keynote talks, workshops, and panel discussions on Universal Design, Design-Build Advocacy, & Interior Design. With a warm, engaging style & decades of hands-on experience, she brings clarity to complex topics & inspires audiences to rethink how spaces are designed, built, & lived in. Whether speaking to homeowners, professionals, or industry groups, Laura shares practical insights & real-world stories that empower people to create environments that truly support their lives. Call Laura for speaking engagements.
laura’s book
In A Round Peg in a Square World, Laura Mineff shares her unique perspective on design, advocacy, and creating homes that truly fit the people who live in them. Blending real stories with practical guidance, she reveals how thoughtful choices & the courage to challenge “the way it’s always been done” can transform both your space & your confidence throughout the renovation process. Whether you’re redesigning a room or rethinking your entire home, Laura’s book offers insight, clarity, & a fresh way to navigate a world that doesn’t always feel built for you. Buy her book now on Amazon.
laura’s Youtube channel
On her YouTube channel, Laura brings viewers behind the scenes of real design & construction projects by sharing practical advice, honest insights, & the tools she uses to help clients navigate every step with confidence. From Universal Design tips to renovation problem-solving and design-build advocacy in action, her videos make the process feel clearer, easier, & even fun. Subscribe to her YouTube channel to explore more of Laura’s world.
Blog
coming soon!
Location
Cleveland, ohio
laura is based in cleveland, ohio, but she travels far & wide. With clients as far as Australia to as close as (basically) her own backyard. Serving westlake, rocky river, lakewood, bay village (eastside & westside a like) to as far as akron, columbus, & chicago.
“If you want a golden rule that will fit everything, this is it: Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.”
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