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AWARD-WINNING, LUXURY, CUSTOM  RESIDENTIAL INTERIORS

Dream homes, done for you.

FULL SERVICE, BLACK-OWNED 
CREATIVE BOUTIQUE BASED IN
NYC & HOUSTON AND SERVING CLIENTS WORLDWIDE

FULL-HOME FURNISHINGS
RENOVATIONS
NEW CONSTRUCTION
KITCHEN & BATH DESIGN

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Radical
individuality
is the ultimate
luxury

Radical individuality

is the

ultimate luxury

The Latest

A Boston Revolution
for the 21st century. 

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LUXURY RENOVATIONS

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NEW CONSTRUCTION

KITCHEN & BATHROOM DESIGN

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We build signature residences that stand distinctly above the crowd.

Radical individuality is

the ultimate luxury.

NYC • HOUSTON • WORLDWIDE

Award-winning, custom luxury interior design

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Radical

individuality

is the

ultimate

luxury.

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Radical individuality is

the ultimate luxury.

Award-winning, fully custom interior design

LUXURY RENOVATIONS

FULL HOME FURNISHINGS

NEW CONSTRUCTION

KITCHEN & BATHROOM DESIGN

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About

We build signature residences that stand distinctly above the crowd.

MHLI IS A FULL SERVICE, BLACK & QUEER OWNED CREATIVE STUDIO BASED IN NYC & HOUSTON AND SERVING CLIENTS WORLDWIDE

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// You've made the road less traveled your personal Autobahn and you drive full throttle.

// You demand differentiation and you proudly wear the badge of non-conformity.

// You sit at the pinnacle of success: respect earned, achievements stacked, and accolades won.

// You've maxed out your sweat equity, convinced that complex challenges yield to immeasurable reward.

Like us, you're a maverick.

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But your home lacks that same exquisite distinction.

//You're accustomed to Michelin-starred restaurants, sumptuous suites at Aman, and perfectly tailored Cucinelli suits...

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What you really want is...

// A sanctuary

to safeguard your dreams

// A masterpiece

to inspire your ambition

// A harbor

for your generations

// A castle

of incomparable distinction

Let us upgrade you.

Your best life begins now...

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Marc Houston

Luxury Lifestyle and Innovative Space Specialist

At my core, I believe truly great interiors must surpass mere selection of paint colors and furniture. They're achieved through the solid bond of trust established between designer and client — a relationship that allows for the deep exploration necessary to cement a fundamental connection between each homeowner and their space. 

For the past 15 years, I've partnered with TV personalities, entrepreneurs, CEOs, film directors, real estate developers and beyond to build homes that inspire, restore, and embody their ultimate vision. By excavating their most authentic expression, together we craft a singular refuge where utility, luxury, and fantasy effortlessly coexist. 

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"He is a visionary, an artist, an executor who delivers results beyond anything you could have imagined."

"We didn't want it to end when it was over!"

"The best option isn't good enough. You deserve the only

option."

We're experts with empathy. We've got your back. 

Iconic spaces don't just materialize by chance.

They require orchestration of infinite calculations, anticipation of opportunities and challenges, unwavering focus, and a proven strategy.

 

We've mastered this alchemy to relieve you of the complex logistical burden of renovations, new builds, and full-home furnishing projects.

When you partner with us, not only do you benefit from our decades of leveraged experience, influence and global resources, you'll also be granted exclusive access to our private ecosystem of world-class artisans, master builders, and specialist dealers.

And with our high-touch guidance, you'll feel

confident, aligned, and supported  at every turn.

The Essence Extractor  

We deliver projects on time and on budget. Our proprietary discovery method aligns project scope, timeline and budget with clarity to reduce revisions, prevent delays and curb cost overruns.  

1

Exclusive Global Network

We source custom and limited-edition designs and exclude wholesale furnishings used by other designers to ensure you enjoy truly bespoke spaces that are distinct from industry standard.

2

THE MHLI EXPERIENCE

Exclusive access.

Priority status.

Concierge-level care.

Streamlined Decision-Making

We make one comprehensive Design Presentation with all project components. Every doorknob, faucet, tile and fabric with related costs is provided together so you confidently make decisions.  

3

Full Spectrum Service

You grant approvals, we handle the rest. We act as owner's agent to liaise with contractors and trades  advocate for your interests protect your time, your peace of mind, and your investment against inferior execution. 

4

What makes MHLI different?

Your best decision is leaving all 13,372 of them to us.

"Marc's organizational skills and approachability made the entire process enjoyable."

Our Ideal Partnership

While every project is unique, our most successful collaborations are with clients who: 

Recognize Design is an Investment

Seek Singular, Elevated Interiors Over Trends

Value Expertise, Trust and Decisive Leadership 

Are Undertaking a Significant Project 

Expect Privacy & Professionalism

Appreciate a Concierge-Level Process

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WHAT WE DO

Transformation is our technique.

Signature is our standard.

Every experience with us guarantees:

OUR SIGNATURE SERVICE

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Comprehensive Design

Our full-home design transformation experience blends innovative space planning with luxury lifestyle expertise to elevate your daily routines into anticipated rituals of ease. We craft the comprehensive vision, optimize function, curate all interior components and manage full project implementation to deliver a fully realized, signature space uniquely tailored to your life. 

"Marc is like your favorite therapist - kind and patient when you're feeling hesitant yet always nudging you toward that one-of-a-kind vision."

FURNISHINGS ONLY

Already found the home of your dreams but need that next-level touch? 

 

We still want to hear from you!

Shopping for a new construction or move-in ready home? We selectively accept furnishing-only engagements when aligned, including end-to-end production management, white-glove installation, and art and lifestyle curation. 

Legendary homes aren't just styled, they're built.

At MHLI, we approach interior design as an architectural discipline grounded in material, proportion, light, and intent. Each of our unique creations reflects decades of expertise, dedication to detail, and deep bonds of trust built with our clients and partners. Our collaborative process begins with exploration of how a space will be used, how it will age, and how each decision shapes atmosphere over time to build a lasting foundation for you to build your best life.

Transformative homes through an elevated experience.

We make superior living easier, smarter and unmistakably better through:

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CONVENIENCE

Full-spectrum service from first ideas to fully-realized home.

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OPTIMIZATION

Cohesive function and aesthetics informed by opportunities and constraints.

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CURATION

Hand selected premium finishes, furnishings, art, and decor.

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ADVOCACY

Construction liaison to ensure aherence to design intent.

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ACCESS

An exclusive global network of elite builders, artists and artisans.

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CUSTOMIZATION

Elegantly executed, site specific solutions

tailored to your profile.

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SUPPORT

High-touch guidance and discreet, dedicated client care.

Behind the Scenes

Our brand of luxury blends utility with your ultimate fantasy. Convenience never looked or felt  so good. 

At the top of her wishlist: a closet with a better way to view her Choos. All 125 pairs.

We gave her an entire showroom. 

We don't just design spaces. We define experiences. Like a perfectly tailored suit, every cut and surface is intentional. 

Two pre-teens, private outdoor space, and a 

prime city address you don't want to leave.

Our solution: don't move, improve.

What makes us different? Our specialty is designing interiors that are practical, visually stunning and unequivocally yours.

A miniature tub for a 6'3" client? That's what happens when you work with amateurs.

We'd never do that to you.

Luxury interior designer for Hamptons

"A rising star who pushes the boundaries."

COTTAGES & GARDENS

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WHO WE ARE

Bold moves.

Bent rules. 

"This ride

is daring,

provocative

and

unapologetically

sexy."

MARC HOUSTON
FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR

INSIDE MHLI

Marc Houston Lifestyle & Interiors [MHLI] is an award-winning, multi-disciplinary, Black- and queer-owned interior design boutique with roots in NYC & Houston. We serve clients nationwide who crave singular, tailor-made, done-for-you homes built for the future.

JUST THE FACTS

22

years of international industry experience

16

average

full gut

renovation

length in

months

53

clients

served

27%

average

post-renovation

increase in property value

15

years

in

business

3950

average

home size

in sq ft

12

project

cities

0

prisoners

taken

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"The designer is skilled in discovering the nuances of a building and its spaces and using these as points of interest to highlight and celebrate."

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Top 100 Architects & Designers in the US

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INSIDE MHLI

Marc Houston Lifestyle & Interiors [MHLI] is an award-winning, multi-disciplinary, Black and queer owned interior design boutique with roots in NYC & Houston. We create architectural, material-driven spaces for clients who value trust, process, and nuance, and crave distinctive, tailor-made homes designed to endure.

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"A rising star who pushes the boundaries."

COTTAGES & GARDENS

Transformation

is our

technique.

Signature

is our

standard.

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BEHIND THE SCENES

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"Run — don't walk — to work with them."

Luxury interior designer for Boston townhouses

Your success is extraordinary - your home should be too.

At MHLI, we craft fully-bespoke residences of rare distinction for families who build for generations, not trends. Our work balances artistry, craftsmanship, and modern innovation delivered with absolute discretion and a white-glove experience from inception to completion.

For 15 years, we've partnered with TV personalities, CEOs, film directors, real estate developers, private equity managers, and beyond to deliver iconic spaces defined by vision, precision, and flawless execution. At MHLI, we design with intention and deliver with certainty. 

 

Entrust your home to a firm who understands its significance.

 

 

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Luxury interior designer fo Brooklyn brownstones
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MHLI is Houston's premiere Black owned luxury interior design studio
Luxury interior designer for River Oaks mansions
Black owned interior design studio for Brooklyn townhouses
Luxury interior designer for Manhattan penthouses
Black interior designer for affluent African Americans
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Eclectic interior design in Boston
Luxury interior design for remodels in NYC

Featured Project

INTERIOR DESIGN + ARCHITECTURAL ADVISORY:

MILLWORK DESIGN,  LIFESTYLE CURATION

"He is a visionary, an artist, an executor who delivers results beyond anything you could have imagined."

OUR FOUNDER

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The best option isn't good enough. You deserve the only option. 

At my core, I believe truly great interiors must surpass mere selection of paint colors and furniture. They're achieved through the solid bond of trust established between designer and client — a relationship that allows for the deep exploration necessary to cement a fundamental connection between each homeowner and their space. 

For the past 15 years, I've partnered with TV personalities, entrepreneurs, CEOs, film directors, real estate developers and beyond to build homes that inspire, restore, and embody their ultimate vision. By excavating their most authentic expression, together we craft a singular refuge where utility, luxury, and fantasy effortlessly coexist. 

"This ride

is daring,

provocative

and

unapologetically

sexy."

MARC HOUSTON
FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Exclusive

access.

Priority

status.

Concierge-level

care.

With us, a legendary home is guaranteed, as is our commitment to protect your time, investment, and peace of mind.

We

design for

one-of-ones,

not

everyone.

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Top 100 Architects and Designers in the US

LUXURY LIFESTYLE AWARDS

THE MHLI EXPERIENCE

Your best decision is leaving all 13,247 of them to us. 

Iconic spaces don't just materialize by chance. They require orchestration of infinite calculations, anticipation of opportunities and challenges, unwavering focus, and a proven strategy. We've mastered this alchemy to relieve you of the complex and encompassing logistical burden of renovations, new builds, and full-home furnishing projects.

When you partner with us, not only do you benefit from our decades of leveraged experience, influence and global resources, you'll also be granted exclusive access to our private ecosystem of world-class artisans, master builders, and specialist dealers.

Simply, we make superior living easier, smarter, and unmistakably better.

OUR SIGNATURE SERVICE

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Interior Design + Architectural Advisory 

To establish the comprehensive mood and optimize comfort and utility, we design your floorplan and layouts either as lead or in tandem with your architect or builder; select all materials, finishes, and lighting; integrate custom millwork and architectural detailing; and curate furniture and decor.  We orchestrate full project implementation and act as your agent for bidding and construction through project completion in order to preserve design intent.

FURNISHINGS ONLY

Already found your ideal property but need a signature touch to make it your dream home?

 

We still want to hear from you!

Shopping for a new construction or move-in ready home? We selectively accept furnishing-only engagements when aligned, including end-to-end production management and white-glove installation.

WHAT MAKES AN MHLI PARTNERSHIP DIFFERENT?

Every experience with us guarantees:

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CONVENIENCE

Full-spectrum service from first ideas to fully-realized home

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ACCESS

An exclusive global network of elite artisans and artists

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CUSTOMIZATION

Elegantly executed, site specific solutions tailored to your profile

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OPTIMIZATION

Cohesive function and aesthetics informed by opportunities and constraints

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CURATION

Hand-picked premium finishes, furnishings, art and decor

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SUPPORT

High-touch guidance and discreet dedicated client care

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ADVOCACY

Construction support from bid administration to site visits to ensure adherence to design intent

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"The designer is skilled in discovering the nuances of a building and its spaces and using these as points of interest to highlight and celebrate."

22

years

of international industry experience

15

years

in

business

12

project

cities

53

clients

served

16

average

full gut

renovation

length in

months

3950

average

home

size in sq ft

27%

average

post-renovation

increase 

in property

value

0

prisoners

taken

FOR BEST RESULTS

Are we compatible? Six things you shoud know about working with MHLI. 

"Marc is like your favorite therapist: kind and patient when you're feeling hesitant yet always nudging you towards that one-of-a-kind vision. We didn't want to stop even when it was over!"

Luxury interior designer for Hamptons

"A RISING STAR WHO PUSHES THE BOUNDARIES."

- NEW YORK COTTAGES & GARDENS

So

why

MHLI?

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Signature is our standard.

You deserve more than cut-and-paste, seen-it-already spaces. And because we find our greatest opportunity in impossibility, that's exactly what you'll get. 

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Defiantly different.

We'll always ditch the obvious choice for the one-of-a-kind. On this ride, you can expect the thrill of cutting-edge over the familiarity of tradition. 

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Disciplined to detail.

We sweat the small stuff because the details are the design. 

Every element we select is deliberate. 

Every puncutation we place is precise.

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Worth the wait.

We'll never sacrifice quality for speed or artistry for convenience. Your long-term satisfaction with your home is our priority.

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DEFIANTLY

Different

We 're obsessed with hunting rarities beyond compare.  On this ride, expect the thrill of cutting-edge.

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DISCIPLINED

to

Detail

We sweat the small stuff because the details are the design. Every element we select is deliberate. Every puncutation we place is precise.

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SIGNATURE

is our

Standard

We find our greatest opportunity in impossibility, even though it's harder. You're worth more than cut-and-paste, seen-it-already spaces.

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WORTH

the

Wait

We'll never abandon quality for speed. We take the time to do things right because your long-term satisfaction with our vision is our priority.

MHLI is a NYC based interior design studio

with a compulsion to create never-before-seen,

not-to-be-forgotten spaces. From Boston to

Los Angeles, our award-winning designs for the

nation's most discerning clientele have earned

us a reputation for confident, cosmopolitan

homes fashioned with unparalleled detail

and built for modern luxury living.

For the past 15 years, MHLI has partnered with

TV personalities, CEOs, fim directors, real

estate developers, private equity managers and

beyond to craft fully bespoke residences of rare

distinction, built for generations not trends.

From Boston to Los Angeles, our award-

winning designs have earned us a reputation for

confident, cosmopolitan environments that set the standard for modern luxury living.

Luxury interior designer for Boston townhouses

Your success is extraordinary - your home should be too.

At MHLI, we craft fully-bespoke residences of rare distinction for families who build for generations, not trends. Our work balances artistry, craftsmanship, and modern innovation delivered with absolute discretion and a white-glove experience from inception to completion.

For 15 years, we've partnered with TV personalities, CEOs, film directors, real estate developers, private equity managers, and beyond to deliver iconic spaces defined by vision, precision, and flawless execution. At MHLI, we design with intention and deliver with certainty. 

 

Entrust your home to a firm who understands its significance.

 

 

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Luxury interior designer fo Brooklyn brownstones
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MHLI is Houston's premiere Black owned luxury interior design studio
Luxury interior designer for River Oaks mansions
Black owned interior design studio for Brooklyn townhouses
Luxury interior designer for Manhattan penthouses
Black interior designer for affluent African Americans
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Eclectic interior design in Boston
Luxury interior design for remodels in NYC

Featured Project

INTERIOR DESIGN + ARCHITECTURAL ADVISORY:

MILLWORK DESIGN,  LIFESTYLE CURATION

Boston mudroom by Black owned luxury interior design studio MHLI
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Modern bathroom by Black owned luxury interior design studio MHLI
Premium custom milwork by Black owned luxury interior design studio MHLI
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Your success is extraordinary - your home should be too.

,

We craft fully-bespoke residences of rare distinction for families who build for generations, not trends. Our work balances artistry, craftsmanship, and modern innovation delivered with absolute discretion and a white-glove experience from inception to completion.

For 15 years, we've partnered with TV personalities, CEOs, film directors, real estate developers, private equity managers, and beyond to deliver iconic spaces defined by vision, precision, and flawless execution. At MHLI, we design with intention, and deliver with certainty. 

 

Entrust your home to a firm who understands its significance.

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MHLI is a NYC based interior design studio

with a compulsion to create never-before-seen,

not-to-be-forgotten spaces. From Boston to

Los Angeles, our award-winning designs for the

nation's most discerning clientele have earned

us a reputation for confident, cosmopolitan

homes fashioned with unparalleled detail

and built for modern luxury living.

MHLI is a NYC & Houston based interior design 

studio with a compulsion to create never-before

seen, not-to-be-forgotten spaces. From Boston to

Los Angeles, our award-winning designs for the

nation's most discerning clientele have earned

us a reputation for confidently cosmopolitan,

visionary homes fashioned with unparalleled detail

and built for modern luxury living.

MHLI is a NYC & Houston based interior design studio with a compulsion to create never-before-seen and not-to-be-forgotten spaces.

 

From Boston to Los Angeles, our award-winning designs for the nation's most discerning clientele have earned us a reputation for confidently cosmopolitan, visionary homes built for modern luxury living.

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Defiantly different.

We 'll always ditch the obvious choice for the one-of-a-kind. On this ride, you can expect the thrill of cutting-edge over the familiarity of tradition. 

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Disciplined to detail.

We sweat the small stuff because the details are  the design. Every element is deliberate. Every punctuation is precise.

J119TUBGRADIENT.jpg

Signature is our standard.

You deserve more than cut-and-paste, seen-it-already spaces. And because we find our greatest opportunity in impossibility, that's exactly what you'll get.

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Worth the wait.

We won't sacrifice quality for speed or artistry for convenience. Your long-term satisfaction with your home is our priority.

MANIFESTO

We're compelled to create utterly transformative homes. Run-of-the-mill is our worst enemy.

We blend visionary design, architectural precision, avant-garde artistry, and exclusive amenities into fully immersive experiences that elevate daily routines into anticipated rituals of ease and delight. With a strategic approach that incorporates expert project management, seamless production, and hands-on construction support, we deliver emphatically individualized and impeccably tailored residences that challenge convention and defy categorization.

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"I'd never worked with a designer before. Yet, once Marc and I started to talk, I quickly came to trust that he understood my style and what made me feel at home, perhaps even better than I did."

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The designer is skilled in discovering the nuances of a building and its spaces and using these as points of inspiration to highlight and celebrate.

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A rising star who pushes the boundaries. 

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His talent, his training, his eye...

all point towards a long, impactful career.

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Best Luxury Interior Design Studio, NY

Top 100 Architects & Designers, USA

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Black owned interior design studio specializing in full home luxury decor
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FULL SPECTRUM SERVICE

Deluxe renovations without the stress. You grant approvals, we handle the rest.

MHLI is an NYC interior design studio specializing historic preservations and moder in renovations of historic brownstones with modern luxury renovations

PRODUCTION

CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT

PROCUREMENT

Production

No fretting about the wrong size sofa or keeping track of thousands of project details. We orchestrate all necessary third parties for custom furniture, lighting and millwork and oversee installations to ensure they meet design intent. 

Procurement

No waiting around for furniture deliveries that may arrive late or be canceled without notice, or spending hours on hold to remedy a damaged shipment. We manage the entire purchasing process, handle claims, and transport all goods to your home in a single delivery.

Construction Support

No 7am site meetings with contractors or mediating disputes between electricians and painters.  We administer the entire bidding process for our clients and act as their liaison for construction matters related to spaces we design.

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WORKING WITH MHLI

  • We specialize in high-end residential interiors, including primary residences, vacation homes, penthouses, estates, and legacy properties. Our work primarily involves full-scale renovations, new construction, and comprehensive furnishing projects, though we selectively accept furnishing-only engagements when aligned.

  • Our approach is rooted in exceptional craftsmanship, definitive artistry, and the pursuit of innovation. Every project begins with understanding how you live, entertain, and retreat, resulting in interiors precisely calibrated to feel both elevated and deeply personal. We favor longevity over trends and believe true luxury is as radically individual as it is effortless. 

  • While our work is recognizable for its refinement and attention to detail, we do not impose a signature look. Each home is designed as a distinct reflection of its owner, architecture, and setting. Our role is to translate your vision into a cohesive, enduring environment.

  • We value mutual trust, decisiveness, and open communication. The most successful projects are true partnerships built on shared vision and respect.

PROCESS, EXPERIENCE & COMMUNICATION

  • Clarity, efficiency, and excellence at every stage are our ultimate aims.  We understand the demands of busy professionals and our priority is to ease rather than labor their existing commitments. Our process is highly structured and fully managed for the full project life cycle, and we act as your single point of oversight to coordinate with architects, builders, and artisans. You can learn the details of our process here.

  • Our clients value a concierge-level experience, where decisions are streamlined and thoughtfully curated. We guide you through key milestones while handling the details and managing complexity behind the scenes so you don’t have to sacrifice your time or energy.

  • You can expect clear, concise, and timely communication throughout the project whether through written updates, mutually scheduled meetings, or direct contact.  Emergent communication is made through a private, team-managed digital forum while weekly updates are furnished via email. 

INVESTMENT & FEES

  • We believe transparency and alignment are essential to a successful partnership. Our fee structure is customized based on project scope, scale, and complexity and are clearly outlined prior to engagement.

  • Our clients understand that thoughtful design is an investment in quality of life, property value, and longevity. During our consultation, we discuss expectations, priorities, and typical investment ranges to ensure alignment. We establish budgets early and manage them proactively throughout the project while carefully tracking expenditures as the project evolves. Our team provides clear guidance on where to invest for maximum impact and long-term value.  

PRIVACY & DISCRETION

  • Yes. We regularly collaborate with estate managers, personal assistants, security teams, and household staff to ensure smooth execution with minimal disruption.

  • Discretion is fundamental to our practice. We do not share projects publicly without explicit permission, and we are happy to work under NDAs. Many of our most notable projects remain entirely private.

GETTING STARTED

  • The process begins with a brief questionnaire, Clarity Call, and paid consultation with Marc to explore your goals, timeline, and scope. This allows us to determine alignment and ensure we can deliver an experience and result that exceed expectations. You can begin the process here.

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Before reaching out, please consider whether the following reflects your approach:

• Planning a comprehensive interior project

• Value custom solutions and material quality

• Comfortable with a thoughtful timeline

• View budget as a decision-making framework

• Seek a collaborative, trust-based process

If this resonates, we'd be glad to have a conversation.

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Already working with an architect or builder? Contemplating upgrades to your forever home? In whatever stage you find yourself, let's talk it through. 

MHLI is an NYC interior design studio specializing historic preservations and moder in renovations of historic brownstones with modern luxury renovations

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CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT

PROCUREMENT

PRODUCTION

FULL SPECTRUM SERVICE

Deluxe renovations without the stress. You grant approvals,

we handle the rest.

Production

No fretting about the wrong size sofa or keeping track of thousands of project details. We orchestrate all necessary third parties for custom furniture, lighting and millwork and oversee installations to ensure they meet design intent. 

Procurement

No waiting around for furniture deliveries that may arrive late or be canceled without notice, or spending hours on hold to remedy a damaged shipment. We manage the entire purchasing process, handle claims, and transport all goods to your home in a single delivery.

Construction Support

No 7am site meetings with contractors or mediating disputes between electricians and painters.  We administer the entire bidding process for our clients and act as their liaison for construction matters related to spaces we design.

Clients We Serve

HOMEOWNERS

Primary Residences & Vacation/Secondary Homes

We attend walk-throughs with your real estate broker to assess prospective properties and advise you in new construction planning meetings with your architect or builder

RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPERS

Single Family & Multi-unit Dwellings

We establish aesthetic direction for premium standalone residences, condominiums and rental units including selection of finish materials, plumbing fittings and lighting fixtures

COMMERCIAL DEVELOPERS

Hospitality, Retail & Workplace

We develop holistic experiential concepts for restaurants, hotels, boutiques and corporate headquarters including brand strategy, furnishing packages and art curation. 

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Marc understood my style and what made me feel at home, perhaps even better than I did. Any change that he suggested in the early days felt radical to me, but once I made the leap, he helped me find a sense of freedom in a space that had come to feel more like a museum than a home.

Black owned interior design studio in NYC
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A completely purple apartment?

 

Absolutely! Imagine Alice fell down that rabbit hole to find Tom of Finland and Salvador Dali as guests at the Mad Hatter's after-hours tea party. That was our pitch. Chesire cat sold separately. 

Our Vision

We dream of immersive, transportive experiences that stimulate the senses, summon emotion, and conjure entirely new worlds of surprise and delight to explore... then we bring them to life wherever it is you call home.

GO BEHIND THE DESIGN

MHLI is an interior design studio specializing in full home luxury renovations for executives in NYC
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Why'd we select this carpet?

Like impasto strokes on a painted

canvas, the oblong wool-and-silk

surface ripples of this custom living room rug echo the tiny footsteps of the trio of toddler girls who routinely skim its surface. At MHLI, every detail is deliberately calibrated, never an afterthought.

OUR VISION

We dream of immersive, transportive experiences that stimulate the senses, summon emotion, and conjure new worlds of surprise and delight... then we bring them to life wherever it is you call home. 

BEHIND THE DESIGN

A completely purple apartment?

Imagine Alice fell down that rabbit hole to find Tom of Finland and Salvador Dali as guests at the Mad Hatter's after-hours tea party. That was our pitch after discovering our client's exuberantly patterned wardrobe. Chesire cat sold separately. 

Award winning Architectural Digest approved interior designer for Brooklyn CEOs with second homes
BOREUM HILL LIVING ROOM DETAIL 2.jpg

Why'd we select this carpet?

Like impasto strokes on a painted

canvas, the oblong wool-and-silk

surface ripples of this custom living room rug echo the tiny footsteps of the trio of toddler girls who routinely skim its surface. At MHLI, every detail is deliberately calibrated, never an afterthought.

GO BEHIND THE DESIGN

OUR MISSION

We're obsessed with creating spaces so emphatically and fundamentally customized to you that you won't find them anywhere else... ever.  

 

For us, your design is that personal.

BEHIND THE DESIGN

Why'd we select this carpet?

Like impasto strokes on an artist's canvas, the oblong wool-and-silk surface ripples of this custom living room rug echo the tiny footsteps of the trio of toddler girls who routinely skim its surface. At MHLI, every detail is deliberately calibrated, never an afterthought.

MHLI is an interior design studio specializing in eclectic homes with custom furniture and blue chip art.
Award winning Architectural Digest approved interior designer for Houston CEOs with second homes
MHLI is an NYC based interior design studio specializing in full home removations and decor for executives
BOREUM HILL LIVING ROOM DETAIL 2.jpg

Why'd we select this carpet?

Like impasto strokes on a painted

canvas, the oblong wool-and-silk

surface ripples of this custom living room rug echo the tiny footsteps of the trio of toddler girls who routinely skim its surface. At MHLI, every detail is deliberately calibrated, never an afterthought.

Our Mission

We're obsessed with creating spaces

so emphatically and fundamentally customized to you that you won't find them anywhere else... ever.  For us, your design is that personal.

GO BEHIND THE DESIGN

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