Happy Place Interiors

Melanie Zaelich is an accomplished, award-winning interior designer, known for her down-to-earth approach and creativity. As the only interior designer with an exclusively consult-based, à la carte business model in the Twin Cities, Melanie is transforming the way people experience interior design. Melanie's talent has garnered her regional and national design awards. She has consistently achieved the title of Houzz Best in Service since 2017. In 2019, she was honored as one of the Top 100 Influential People in Real Estate. Melanie's design work has been recognized as a Top 10 Redesigners of the Year Award: 2019, 2020, and 2021. Happy Place Interiors was awarded Silver for Minnesota's Best Interior Design Firm 2023. Melanie has been featured in MidwestHome and Axios Twin Cities, as well as national platforms such as Apartment Therapy. Her insights have reached audiences across the US through her appearances on podcasts. Since 2016, Melanie has enriched the lives of over 1500 homeowners by infusing their space with joy and functionality. Her unique skill set includes making the creative process fun and accessible. She breaks it into manageable, bite-sized pieces, making home design less stressful and more enjoyable. With a commitment to making interior design more approachable, Melanie has carved out a unique niche in the industry. Her consult-based and à la carte approach fosters collaboration between designer and client. Melanie is an Associate Member ASID, a member of Women in Construction, and a True Color Expert. Her commitment to community is evident through her membership in the MN Keystone Program, which recognizes companies that contribute a portion of their profits to the community. Melanie is also a Board Member of Joy Collaborative, a non-profit that creates life-enriching spaces for kids with life-limiting conditions. Her passion for design and her belief in its power to bring happiness is contagious. Her ability to transform spaces, uplift lives, and give back to the community demonstrates her commitment to the well-being of those she serves.