Creator Series: Bill Interview — Designing a Life That Evolves

Meet Bill

Welcome back to another installment of our Creator Series, where we step inside the homes and minds of creatives redefining what it means to truly live “at home.” In this feature, we’re invited into the world of Bill, better known as @bill_at_home where design is not a destination, but an ever-evolving process shaped by life, family, and creativity.

Here is a quick introduction for the man of the hour. “I recently turned 40. I’m married, a dad to a 3-year-old boy, and we’re always accompanied by our dog, Polka.” Bill’s story is one shaped by movement and perspective. After spending many years living across cities like Madrid, Lisbon, Bordeaux, and Paris, he and his wife made the intentional decision to return to Tours—his hometown. The goal? A better quality of life and closer proximity to family.

Today, Bill works in advertising and gets to share ample time with his wife as they both work remotely. Their lives revolve around work, family, and rediscovering a city that feels both familiar and entirely new. But at the center of it all is their home—a space that doubles as an office, a playground, and a creative sanctuary. Because the two spend most of their time at home for work and pleasure, Bill emphasizes the continuous quest of making their home “as welcoming as possible”.

The Journey: From Temporary Spaces to Intentional Living

Bill’s design journey didn’t begin with a single home—it began with many. “I think my interest in interior design really grew out of the many moves we’ve had over the past few years. My wife and I lived in four different homes in just five years, each with a completely different layout and energy.”

From a compact 40m2 Paris apartment to a series of transitional living spaces, each move became an opportunity to experiment, refine, and better understand how two people can merge their styles into one cohesive vision. “That second apartment was the first time we truly started from scratch together, blending our tastes and inspirations. Still, we knew it was temporary, so our focus was already on our future home.”

When they finally moved into their first owned home in 2023, everything shifted. “That’s when we really made the space our own, which was incredibly rewarding.”

Now in Tours, with a larger 140 sqm home, the possibilities have expanded—literally and creatively. “I’d say it’s really these repeated experiences of redesigning spaces that sparked my passion for furniture and design, and also for the idea that a home is never truly finished. I’ve probably taken it a bit further than my wife, which eventually led me to create Bill at Home.

He continues with his inspirations “What keeps me going is that sense of evolution. Our tastes change, inspiration is everywhere, and there’s always something new to explore. And it doesn’t necessarily mean buying new things, sometimes simply rearranging a room can make it feel like a completely new space.”

The Creator Mindset: Building Bill_at_home

For Bill, creativity has always been present it just needed the right outlet. “I’ve always had a strong need to create whether it was music, launching a clothing brand, or photography. Over time, I realized it was difficult to fully express that creative side within my professional work”

Lacking the ability to express himself creatively in his work led to his love of photography and videography. “The turning point was immediate. I started feeling inspired by my own living space. There’s something powerful about simply looking around your home and thinking, ‘this deserves to be captured.’”

What began as a personal project quickly evolved into a growing platform fueled by community and connection. “Another important aspect is sharing that creativity with others and receiving instant feedback. You quickly get a sense of what resonates, and that’s both rewarding and incredibly motivating.” He adds “I’ve been lucky to build a genuinely supportive and growing community. The account really started gaining momentum after we moved to Tours, and the engagement has already opened the door to several collaborations, with more currently in discussion.”

Now, with collaborations underway and a supportive audience behind him, Bill is looking toward deeper storytelling. Bill is a major fan of Instagram which is his current platform of choice, but this new pillar in his journey will enable him to truly expand on his creative calling. Bill shares “I’m about to start a project… YouTube. I want to take more time to tell stories and share a deeper message… This new project will also involve an exciting collaboration with a brand that has placed its trust in me, I can’t wait to share more about it.”

A regular question that we must ask all interviewees is, in a perfect world, what does Bill_at_home look like?

“Bill_at_home would continue to grow into a space where creativity feels both personal and inspiring… something honest, evolving, and never quite finished.”

Inside the Home: Where Cultures and Eras Collide

The inspiration for his home started as a child. From anime collectibles and Japanese-themed objects to subtle nods through plants and decor, these elements bring personality and storytelling into the space. “I have a very strong connection to Japan… When I was a child, we were lucky to grow up with a lot of Japanese anime on TV, which created a real cultural influence for many of us. It even shaped a broader phenomenon; France is now the second-largest consumer of manga in the world”.

The result is a thoughtful blend anchored in Mid-Century design—timeless, functional, and adaptable. “All of this creates a mix that may not be entirely unique, but feels deeply personal and endlessly inspiring to me.”

Every piece is intentional, but never static. The process in which Bill and his wife go through to refine their space ensures that every unique detail is intentional and thoroughly thought out. He states “Each space starts as an idea; we project ourselves into it, sometimes step away from it, then come back and refine it. We adjust a few elements, move things around, and only then commit.” The final commitment is not only his, but it’s envisioned and executed as a team; which makes their space deeply rooted in a shared individualism.

Among his favorite pieces:

“I have the Togo sofa in my office, in a thick cognac leather… incredibly comfortable and visually striking.”

And then there are the irreplaceable finds:

“One of my favorite lamps… a thrifted glass globe with bubble-like textures that resemble the surface of the moon… I’d be genuinely sad if it broke.”

Looking ahead, the vision remains fluid but intentional. “Creating a dedicated coffee corner and making our terraces more inviting for the summer.”

But the overarching philosophy never changes, as a home is never truly finished.

Advice To You: Slow Down & Make It Yours

Bill leaves us with advice that feels refreshingly grounded in a fast-paced, trend-driven world. “I’d highlight two main pieces of advice… do it yourself, and take your time.”

He continues “By doing it yourself, I mean really taking ownership of your space. Sketch your ideas, use online tools to visualize a room or a wall, move things around by just a few centimeters, set
it up, then step away and come back to it the next day with a fresh perspective. If you truly want to feel at home, it has to come from you.”

The second pillar of advice is something that many of us struggle with as the need for instant gratification and completeness of a project can sometimes overshadow the journey. Bill adds “Everything feels better when it’s built over time. Your tastes will evolve, and giving yourself that space allows you to find the right piece; maybe a designer item at a great price on a second-hand platform, or something you’ve saved up for and truly value. It should always remain a pleasure, and pleasure is even better when it lasts.”

Final Thoughts

Bill’s story is a reminder that the best spaces aren’t rushed, replicated, or perfectly curated—they’re lived in, reworked, and deeply personal. His home, much like his content, exists in a constant state of evolution—and that’s exactly what makes it inspiring.

Because at the end of the day, creating a home isn’t about finishing—it’s about continuing.