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EMBARK ON A VOYAGE
LIKE NO OTHER

We don't just select your paint colors and furniture...

We take you on a once-in-a-lifetime expedition in modern living. 

Our intuition, our compulsion to explore and our drive to experiment fuse into unexpected, unforgettable spaces. We know that the greatest rewards for our clients lie in uncharted territories and we're adept at navigating the unknown — so there's no risk for you to jump in with both feet. 

Your peace of mind has inestimable value. 

Our Comprehensive Design service ensures our clients enjoy an effortless experience while we take the reins, allowing them to spend their time doing all the other things they love. By removing the full burden of project orchestration from their shoulders, they are left simply to grant approvals.

From conceptualization through punch list to placement of final touches, we act as their sole liaison for the duration of their project to artfully enhance their lives through distinguished, highly-customized interiors tailored to their specific needs and scope.

Living room with bold art

"No renovation in New York comes without its fair share of administrative hassles, but these hassles did not become my headaches because Marc was able to navigate that maze of obstacles like a true professional."

hilary p., brooklyn, ny

Contemporary white kitchen with marble backsplash
Moody bedroom with fireplace

Premium Full Service

COMPREHENSIVE DESIGN

Our 'one-stop-shop' experience for homeowners who prefer to delegate full project administration and implementation to us and make desicions limited to selections we curate.

 

We establish full clarity into the timeline, budget and scope from the outset, provide ongoing guidance and access to us, synchronize the required team members, place and manage orders, administer custom furniture and millwork fabrications, ensure adherence to design intent through site visits and liaise with the client’s contractor for spaces we’ve designed, thus reducing revisions, increasing efficiency and maximizing our clients’ investment.

SERVICE BENEFITS:

Floorplans and Furniture Layouts to Optimize Space

Conceptual Development & Aesthetic Direction

Material & Finish Specification

Interior Furnishings & Fixture Specification

Exterior Furnishings & Fixture Specification

Architectural Lighting Layouts & Specification

Interior Architecture & Drawings for Kitchens, Bathrooms, Millwork/Cabinetry and Detailing

Bid Administration

Ongoing Project & Construction Administration

Final Walkthrough & Punch List

White Glove Procurement & Installation

Soft Goods, Styling & Art Advisory

BEST FOR:

New Property Acquisitions

Renovations

Additions

Ground-up New Builds

TIMELINE:

12-18 Months +

INVESTMENT:

Contact to Inquire

Tiled fireplace in luxurious bedroom

Premium Full Service

COMPREHENSIVE DESIGN

Our 'one-stop-shop' experience for homeowners who prefer to delegate full project administration and implementation to us and make desicions limited to selections we curate.

 

We establish full clarity into the timeline, budget and scope from the outset, provide ongoing guidance and access to us, synchronize the required team members, place and manage orders, administer custom furniture and millwork fabrications, ensure adherence to design intent through site visits and liaise with the client’s contractor for spaces we’ve designed, thus reducing revisions, increasing efficiency and maximizing our clients’ investment.

SERVICE BENEFITS:

Floorplans and Furniture Layouts to Optimize Space

Conceptual Development & Aesthetic Direction

Material & Finish Specification

Interior Furnishings & Fixture Specification

Exterior Furnishings & Fixture Specification

Architectural Lighting Layouts & Specification

Interior Architecture & Drawings for Kitchens, Bathrooms, Millwork/Cabinetry and Detailing

Bid Administration

Ongoing Project & Construction Administration

Final Walkthrough & Punch List

White Glove Procurement & Installation

Soft Goods, Styling & Art Advisory

BEST FOR:

New Property Acquisitions

Renovations

Additions

Ground-up New Builds

TIMELINE:

12-18 Months +

INVESTMENT:

Contact to Inquire

Contemporary dining room with leather banquette

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SYNTHESIS

We refine all interior details and develop production documents required for implementation including technical drawings and proposals for orders. We also administer the entire construction bidding process on behalf of the client, advise them on the best apparent offer and assemble all of the necessary team members to execute the design. 

05

INSTALLATION

We coordinate and manage delivery and placement of all furnishings down to the very last detail, including hanging of artwork, styling of decorative accents, storage of dishware and even dressing of beds, should you desire, so you walk into a fully-realized, turnkey home. 

Bold water closet with green handpainted wallpaper
Living room window seat with built-in terrazzo end table
Bedroom with luxurious nightstand
Velvet sofa ideas

02

DESIGN

Next, we generate ideas, material selections and all interior specifications and assemble them into a comprehensive presentation comprised of sketches, images, color and finish palettes and preliminary furniture, fitting and lighting selections with their associated investment allocations.

01

DISCOVERY

During this initial phase we'll identify your needs, preferences and specific space requirements and uses through in-depth discovery exercises and a detailed questionnaire. We'll also establish the cost and scheduling elements of the project, document existing conditions and propose preliminary floorplans and layouts. 

WORKING
WITH US

Our proven process is thoughtful, methodical and comprehensive, and has been put in place to maximize both efficiency and value for your investment. We create your home through a series of phases - each one built upon the last - and we obtain your official approval at every step along the way so you know exactly where we're headed. 

04

IMPLEMENTATION

Upon receipt of payment for items, we place and manage orders and direct them to a local warehouse for the duration of construction. We remain the sole point of contact for the client through construction completion, liaising with contractors on site and with fabricators for custom elements to ensure adherence to design intent.

Luxurious closet with dark wood

IN THE PRESS

"Each of Marc Houston’s residential interiors across the Northeast and beyond is highly personalized to its context. 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."

Marc Houston Architectural Digest

Your peace of mind has
inestimable value.

Our full-scale design, furnishing and construction administration services ensure our client's enjoy an effortless experience while we take the reins, alowing them to spend their time doing the all the other things they love. By removing the full burden of project orchestration from the client's shoulders, they are left simply to grant approvals.

From conceptualization through punch list to placement of art, we act as their sole liaison for the duration of their project to artfully enhance their lives through distinguished, highly-customized interiors tailored to their specific needs and scope.

FREQUENTLY
ASKED
QUESTIONS

Have more questions? Visit our full FAQ page to hear the other inquiries we receive regularly. Or contact us below to share your additional project information.

01

How long will my interior design project take?

Each client’s project varies depending on scope, how quickly you make (and stick by!) your decisions, and a host of other factors. We know that alloting adequate time to fully explore and resolve design details is the best way to achieve exceptional results. Furnishing only projects can take 8-20 weeks, while projects with a construction or renovation component are likely to fall within the 12-18+ month range. We provide estimates with each project proposal to outline realistic timeline.

02

I don't live in NYC. Can I still work with you?

Absolutely. Our reach is extensive and we've partnered with clients on projects from Boston to Los Angeles. Our process is finely-tuned and we tailor our services to provide premium, consistent care regardless of location. We can discuss your specific needs upon completion of your New Project Inquiry form.

03

Will I have to manage my renovation on my own?

Not at all. While you will still need a General Contractor, we act as the sole liaison with them on our clients' behalf for the length of their project and provide comprehensive construction administration. We only accept projects wherein we creative direct from start to finish to ensure adherence to intent, to champion our vision amongst our contractors, craftsmen and technicians, and to deliver the quality of spaces represented in our portfolio.

04

I already hired an architect/builder. How would you be involved?

If you are undertaking a project with a construction component (kitchen, bathroom, renovations, new builds, outdoor rooms, etc.) we want to be involved from the start to help you craft a mood and built environment sympathetic to our furnishing selections. We can work with you to choose all finish materials, propose our ideas for use of space, floorplans, lighting, faucets and overall concept refinement.

05

Why do you use a receiving/warehousing service?

Piecemeal scheduling hundreds, sometimes thousands, of items we procure on our clients' behalf isn't effective management of our time, nor is it a sound allocation of a client's resources. Instead, we ship all items to a receiving warehouse to accept, inspect, store and provide white-glove delivery and placement in a client's residence all at once and with our oversight. Any incorrect or damaged items are intercepted and resolved before arriving at the client's home. This process has been implemented to protects our clients' investment by increasing our efficiency and decreasing the chances of costly damage.

Interior design drawings and materials

Limited Service #1

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW

Our targeted assistance with material selections, spatial planning and aesthetic details. We liaise with your architect or builder on plans and drawings and ultimately provide our final suggestions and/or changes. This service often acts as entrée to our Comprehensive Design, allowing clients an opportunity to get to know us better before partnering on a long-term engagement or to have access to our counsel during periods when we are otherwise fully engaged. 

TIMELINE:

4-6 Weeks

INVESTMENT:

Flat fee, starting at $4250 + applicable out of town travel

SERVICE BENEFITS:

Materials, Decorative Architectural Details & Lighting Suggestions

Furniture Layout Suggestions

Conceptual Sketches & Architectural Drawings for Design Intent

Programming & Flow Suggestions (electrical placement, door swings, clearances, etc.)

Contemporary rug detail interior design
Custom bar with beer taps in media room
Leather daybed under contemporary art in Brooklyn office

READY TO LAUNCH

 your JOURNEY?

Marc Houston Brooklyn interior designer

Limited Service #2

DESIGN ADVISORY

Hands-on virtual or in-person quick action consultation with Marc for those seeking design guidance they can interpret according to their own timeline, budget and scope. This service is generally used to answer any questions regarding furniture and decor selection and placement, paint and wall treatments, drapery and window treatments, cabinetry and built-ins, lighting plans or remodel idea. As a condition to meeting, clients will submit a short pre-advisory form and provide inspiration, research and/or site images. During the session, clients take notes and are provided any working documents; at the conclusion of the session, our involvement ends.

SERVICE BENEFITS:

Real-time ideas and advice

TIMELINE:

Up to 1.5 hours

INVESTMENT:

Flat fee of $1250, + applicable out of town travel

Marc Houston Houston Texas interior design

Limited Service #2

DESIGN ADVISORY

Hands-on virtual or in-person quick action consultation with Marc for those seeking design guidance they can interpret according to their own timeline, budget and scope. This service is generally used to answer any questions regarding furniture and decor selection and placement, paint and wall treatments, drapery and window treatments, cabinetry and built-ins, lighting plans or remodel idea. As a condition to meeting, clients will submit a short pre-advisory form and provide inspiration, research and/or site images. During the session, clients take notes and are provided any working documents; at the conclusion of the session, our involvement ends.

SERVICE BENEFITS:

Real-time ideas and advice

TIMELINE:

Up to 1.5 hours

INVESTMENT:

Flat fee of $1250, + applicable out of town travel

Marc Houston Brooklyn interior designer

OUR EXPERTISE

For us, Interior Design isn't just about picking paint colors and selecting furniture. We contemplate every detail of the built environment to enrich our clients' lives and create fundamental connections between them and the spaces they inhabit.

CONCEPTUAL DEVELOPMENT

We originate every project with exploration of the abstract — the sensations, emotions, associations and myriad intangible factors that comprise the feel of a space. We glean from wide-ranging inspirations from art to fashion to architecture and beyond so that each environment is unique in its genesis and its formation. 

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Luxurious closet with dark wood

SPATIAL DEVELOPMENT

Prior to prescription of color, furniture or any other physical element, we examine potential traffic patterns, adjacencies, spatial transitions, client behaviors and a host of other practical considerations to balance functional and aesthetics.

ARCHITECTURAL FINISHING

We view materiality as a dynamic medium which imbues soul and depth and we use it to  choreography a cohesive vernacular and craft compelling, evocative narratives that elevate spaces from pedestrian to poetic.

INTERIOR DECOR

We are propelled toward eclectic interior landscapes composed of iconic classics, edition collectibles, sought-after antiques and cutting-edge contemporary offerings sourced from our extensive archive of distinguished domestic and international resources.