GENERAL INQUIRIES studio@marchouston.com
PRESS/MEDIA INQUIRIES look@marchouston.com
Monday - Friday 9AM - 5PM
245 8th Avenue, Suite 893, New York, NY 10011
by appointment only
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.
"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
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
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.)
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
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
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.
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.