Conceptual Development
We look to art, history, architecture, cinema, fashion, literature, nature, and beyond to craft an inventive vision that embodies your identity and captures your curiosities, and explores your your fascinations.
Conceptual Development
Spatial
Development
We analyze your space to identify opportunities and constraints, examining potential traffic patterns, adjacencies and spatial transitions to ensure cohesion between functional and aesthetic aspects.
Spatial Development
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Materials & Finishes
Materiality is a dynamic medium that imbues soul and depth, and forges a fundamental connection between user and space. From flooring to fireplaces, we establish a cohesive language that elevates every room from pedestrian to poetic.
Materials & Finishes
Conceptual
Development
Well-executed details define the character of a space and create a sense of completeneness. We contemplate these critial elements, from baseboards to mouldings, to ensure distinctive and truly memorable design.
Architectural Detailing
Lighting Design
Layering artificial light to establish a desired atmosphere is a critical balancing act that drives the success of any scheme. We integrate architectural lighting so that each carefully vetted design component is viewed in its best light.
Lighting Design
Interior Decor
From our catalog of distinguished domestic and international resources, we discvoer iconic classics, edition collectibles, sought-after antiques and cutting-edge contemporary offerings, all bearing the hallmarks of quality, luxury and comfort.
Interior Decor
Furniture Design
Partnering with skilled craftsmen and upholsterers, and sourcing exquisite textiles from around the globe, we design one-of-a-kind furnishings that elegantly resolve challenging areas and exhibit su[perior workmanship.
Furniture Design
Conceptual
Development
From kitchens to closets to boiserie, we conceive stylish storage systems and decorative touches. In collaboration with woodworkers who employ the latest fabrication technologies, we achieve an endless array of distinguished possibilities.
Millwork
Conceptual
Development
The graceful turn of a railing, the hand of a sleek lever, the flourish of delicate filigree — these lyrical applications of metal exhibit its strength, versatility and allure. We work with highly skilled artisans to explore the bounds of metalwork in all its forms.
Metalwork
Conceptual
Development
To bring our ideas to life requires a mastery of inordinate calculations and keen anticipation of challenges. We coordinate all design details to champion our vision amongst the construction team and to protect your investment against inferior exectuion.
Design Implementation
Conceptual
Development
We are firm believers in the revolutionary artistry of a finishing touch to activate a space and stylishly augment the routines of its inhabitants. We provide final design layering, from bedlinens to tablewares to the very last detail.
Lifestyle Curation
Conceptual
Development
Art is a natural extension of our design and a prime opportunity for client self-expression. We integrate our clients' existing collections or select new works in any genre, period and medium to elegantly punctuate each space.
Art Advisory
A design for how you actually live.
INTERIOR DESIGN + ARCHITECTURAL ADVISORY:
FURNITURE DESIGN, ART ADVISORY, LIFESTYLE CURATION
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We don't have a signature look, but we'll make one just for you.
Like a bespoke garment that accentuates every curve, we tailor your home to the contours of your life. Each space we design is as singular in its genesis as it is diverse in its composition. We translate your preferences, wish list, and lifestyle into a cohesive, enduring environment where utility, fantasy and luxury effortlessly coexist.
PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL
Madison Square Park
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...
PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL
Beacon Hill
Cabin vibes a short stroll from the Nation's first public botanical garden...
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PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL
Central Park
Inspired by the reclining nudes and exotic textures of an Henri Rousseau painting...
FEATURED HOMES
We don't have a signature look, but we'll make one just for you.
Like a bespoke garment that accentuates every curve, we tailor your home to the contours of your life. Each space we design is as singular in its genesis as it is diverse in its composition. We translate your vision, preferences, wish list, and lifestyle into a cohesive, enduring environment where utility, fantasy and luxury effortlessly coexist.
SELECT WORK
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Cabin vibes a short stroll from the Nation's first public botanical garden...
That time we took a cast-iron bathtub for a paint job at an auto body shop...
A chic penthouse worthy of Paris's 16th arrondissement...
Everything's bigger in Texas, showers included...
Dinner parties by the light of a
kaleidoscopic supermoon...
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...
Inspired by the reclining nudes and exotic textures of an Henri Rousseau painting...
Before we partner, here are some things you should consider:
Our approach is first and foremost client-centered. What's most important to us is what's most important to you, and you can trust that you'll always receive our unfiltered, objective advice. We're driven by trust, and we build that bond through candid discussions early on to align your goals and investment before you authorize any agreement. You'll enjoy a distinctive, world-class home unlike any other because we're committed to providing impeccable service, an easy and efficient process, products and service of unquestionable quality and authenticity.
We specialize in high-end residential interiors of all sizes, 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.
We work in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Long Island, Boston's Beacon Hill and Back Bay neighborhoods, Brookline, Newton, Wellesley, Cape Cod, and throughout Greater Houston in River Oaks, Tanglewood, the Memorial Villages and the Heights. If your project is outside of these areas, please share your location details in your inquiry form. Our portfolio includes residences from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles, and we'd be happy to discuss how we can work together.
Our role is to translate your vision into a cohesive, enduring environment. Each home we design is uniquely fashioned by each client's dreams, curiosities, and wishlists. So while you may want "California Coastal" or "English Cottage" and don't see them in our portfolio, it's because we don't limit our imagination to the confines of a single style or genre. Our conviction to push limits, upend convention, and try new things is unshakeable. We're endlessly inspired by film and fashion, art and architecture, theater and travel, music and mythology, and literature and nature. And we meld these influences into a distinctive, one-of-a-kind universe tailored uniquely to you. So while you'll notice a thread of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and daring perspective woven through each home, ultimately, our designs are crafted to beautifully elevate how you live, entertain, and retreat, not to replicate something you've already seen.
Our clients come to us for a concierge-level experience where options are streamlined and thoughtfully curated for them, and so they don't have to lift a finger through the entire purchasing, construction and installation process. You'll enjoy working with us if you appreciate clear guidance, refined judgment, an unconventional perspective, and a stress-free experience. We value mutual trust, decisiveness, and open communication and our most successful projects are true partnerships built on shared vision and respect. We're here to make your life easier, so the end of your project isn't just a relief, but a revelation.
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Certainly! Our clients typically engage us from the very beginning of their design projects to help them establish the look and feel of their home. Generally, we meet with their architect and builder during the development of floor plans and feasibility studies. These early interactions provide you with the value of procedural and financial clarity so you can make informed decisions and avoid costly errors, as well as the assurance and rhythm of a well-oiled machine when the project reaches the execution phase.
Discretion is fundamental to our practice. We don't publish client identities or information without explicit permission, and we are happy to work under NDAs. Many of our most notable projects remain entirely private, and we regularly collaborate with estate managers, personal assistants, security teams, and household staff to ensure smooth execution with minimal disruption.
Our clients understand that thoughtful design is an investment in quality of life, property value, and longevity, and our fees reflect the value of our expertise, access, and results. We bill hourly for all time associated with your project. Additionally, we establish a minimum investment for furniture and materials purchased through our studio as a condition for our engagement. We'll discuss your priorities and expectations during your Clarity Call and advise an investment range for maximum impact and long-term value as part of your Client Intake process.
The process begins with a Project Inquiry, followed by a Clarity Call and a paid, two-part Client Intake to align on your goals, budget, and scope. We want to ensure mutual fit, an experience that exceeds expectations, and results reflective of our portfolio. Click to begin the inquiry process.
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We approach interiors with architectural discipline beyond fabric and furniture. We don't just shop, we shape space using material, proportion and light. Then we add a healthy dose of fantasy to transport you to another world.
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