design philosophy
Custom design and thoughtful decision making elevate our spaces beyond the ordinary. Merrill Studio signature projects range from full home remodels and new builds, to custom kitchens and luxury baths.
BEAUTIFUL LIVING
Designing a family home is often the culmination of ongoing wishlists of favorite design ideas gathered over time– blending them elegantly is the magical element. Paramount to this process is tailoring the home to meet our clients’ needs, both now and in the future. Seamlessly balancing practical requirements with a beautiful, livable environment is a defining element of our work.
INDIVIDUAL STYLE
The most inviting homes reflects the individual styles and personalities of their inhabitants. Adding soul with meaningfully collected pieces, creating a blend of patina and new adds the perfect layer of interest to a home; a place for the eye to wander, a story to be told through visual cues. Creating a glimpse into the heart of the home makes each project unique and truly inspiring.
ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS
Whether a new build or an older home, creating visual consistency is our guiding principle. A critical element is collaborating with architects, contractors and other trades in real time to solve design issues as they arise, keeping projects moving ahead as scheduled. Onsite solutions are often essential in achieving the best results– even with careful preplanning there are always surprises. Having a nimble approach, committed to an ideal end result, defines a project’s success.
CONVENIENT LUXURIES
Technology should be both functional and largely invisible–a sound system, lighting, automated window coverings, or security are part of everyday life. Our work includes creating ways to elegantly engage with daily habits to match the style of the home and provide an unexpectedly high level of convenience. Planning for these modern amenities in a remodel or new build is one of the first elements to define, and best results are achieved when design aesthetics can be thoughtfully integrated from the start.