About Lila
Lila Malone launched Lila Malone Interiors, her full-service design firm, in Houston in 2020. Born and raised in San Antonio, Lila drew inspiration early on from her vibrant city and creative parents alike. Her father, a talented abstract painter, ignited her love affair with all things color. Her mother, who is also an interior designer, introduced her to their shared passion of interiors, which led Lila to pursue her career in design upon her graduation from The University of Alabama.
Lila has emerged as a cheerful, energetic and lively interior designer that aims to convey joy into every space. The culmination of her love of pattern, texture and all things color create her signature touches that set her apart from the norm. Her keen eye for combining new and old pieces allow each client’s space to tell a story of its own.
Lila Malone Interiors now has offices in both Houston and San Antonio, along with projects around the country. Lila currently resides in San Antonio with her husband, Mitchell, two little boys, Harrison and Thomas, and their chocolate Shih Tzu, Truffles.
The Team
Emily Gray
Emily Gray was born and raised in Houston, Texas, where she was drawn to the world of interior design from an early age. Emily graduated from The University of Texas at Austin and quickly set out to launch her career in the interior design industry.
Emily joined Lila Malone Interiors in 2020 and serves as a Junior Design Associate for the team. You can find Emily overseeing daily operations and scheduling for the Houston office of LMI, in addition to managing collaborations with workrooms and the procurement of client orders. Her favorite aspect of the job is being part of helping transform a home into an exceptional space unique to each client and their specific design needs.
Julia Peeler
Julia Peeler, a San Antonio native, joined Lila Malone Interiors in the summer of 2023. Julia supports the day-to-day operations of the San Antonio office, collaborating with Lila and the team to bring design visions to life while working closely with clients to ensure their spaces reflect their unique tastes. What she enjoys most about her role is the collaborative process—turning concepts into stunning, functional designs.