The Sanctuary retreat sauna from Clearlight selected by Stephanie Kraus, founder and creative director of Stephanie Kraus Designs, as a key addition.

For the Shore house 

Designing vacation homes — especially at the Shore — “is about more than just making them look beautiful,” Kraus said. “We create environments that restore, recharge, and spark joy. When our clients walk through the door, we want stress to drop and serenity to take over.”

Whether you’re hosting out-of-town visitors or just want to create a more comfortable daily retreat for yourself and your family, it’s the small, thoughtful details that count the most.

The Philadelphia Inquirer tapped three Philly-area interior design pros for their best advice on creating your own personal sanctuary.

Read on for their top tips — from practical solutions that ensure guests feel at home to plush additions that elevate everyday living — on how to make your home a haven.