HOME DESIGN
ANNSLEY INTERIORS
Boston-based designer Annsley McAleer is known for her “optimistic” style of fresh colors and uses of pattern, a reflection of her Southern upbringing. Her interior work has been featured on HGTV and she was named by Domino magazine a top-10 “Designer on the Verge.” 47 Chestnut St., 617-2661426; annsleyinteriors.com
CATHERINE & MCCLURE INTERIORS
The mother-daughter design team brings forth a “transitional” style that mixes modern and antique pieces for a truly unique space. Catherine & McClure’s portfolio includes French-inspired interiors and a Spanish-influenced spa bathroom— sauna included. 1 Grove St.,
Wellesley, 617-227-0700; catherineandmcclure.com
CEBULA DESIGN
While designing rooms of “sublime” style and collaborative taste, Cebula Design, whose project locations range from Maine to the Caribbean, also aims to work resourcefully. The firm recycles all cardboard from shipping and many of the team members regularly volunteer for Habitat for Humanity.
INSIDER TIP: Cebula is one of North America’s top retailers for Tufenkian Carpets, the revered New York company for handmade area rugs. 18 Liberty St., Newburyport, 978-4626984; cebuladesign.com
CHRISICOS INTERIORS
“Professionalism, luxury, value, and outstanding customer service” is Chrisicos’s design philosophy. Visitors can use the Chrisicos studio, located across from the Four Seasons Hotel Boston, as a “design lab” to test their interior taste—and browse the brand’s one-of-a-kind Custom by Chrisicos upholstered goods. 20 Park Plz., 617-699-9462; chrisicosinteriors.com
CHRISTOPHER PEACOCK
Boston is one of 10 cities in the world with a Christopher Peacock showroom, where customers can browse the brand’s world-renowned, handcrafted, made-in-the-USA cabinetry for kitchens (taking inspiration from English prep-school dining halls), bathrooms, pantries, and all other areas of the house, as well as for multi-unit residential projects. One Design Center Pl., Ste. 635, 888-8898891; peacockhome.com
CYNTHIA DRISCOLL INTERIORS
Focusing on high-end residential projects, Cynthia Driscoll designs for city, seaside, and country homes with innovative style. The charming
Beacon Hill studio features British bust sculptures that greet you from the window. 70 Charles St., 617-3676770; cynthiadriscollinteriors.com
DAHER INTERIOR DESIGN
Daher has developed projects across every Boston neighborhood and specializes in upscale residential designs. Its portfolio includes everything from a Christmastime display for Neiman Marcus to beautiful libraries and sexy Back Bay apartments. 224 Clarendon St., 617-236-0355; daherinteriordesign.com
DUFFY DESIGN GROUP
Focusing on interior design and space planning, but also specializing in custom millwork, Duffy Design’s projects have spanned from Boston to Florida, Puerto Rico, and beyond. The group recently renovated a Ritz-Carlton penthouse with high-rise elegance—and, on the other end of the design spectrum, a cozy Nantucket beach home. 11 Elkins St., 617-7658175; duffydesigngroup.com
ERIC HAYDEL DESIGN
Interior designer Eric Haydel believes in bringing historical relevance to contemporary living. The Louisiana native is the youngest-ever president of the New England Chapter of ASID, and his team’s can-do attitude is both inspiring and assuring. The team’s projects have included a “tween dreams” bedroom in North Andover, a timeless Brookline residence, and an American Federalist–inspired library/study space. One Design Center, Ste. 212, 617-562-6027; erichaydel.com
EVOLVE RESIDENTIAL
Residential design team Evolve starts each project with hyper-detailed illustrations of its concepts. The group also believes in giving back, and contributes to the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project, which constructs close to 100 houses annually for those in need.
INSIDER TIP: Visit the in-house retail shop, adjacent to Evolve’s design studio, which features Parisian-chic home furnishings, accessories, and antiques. 89 W. Concord St., 617-4240003; evolveresidential.com
FINELINES
Finelines creates custom drapery, shade products, and bedding out of their 8,000-square-foot sewing workroom in Peabody. Past clients include the American Embassy in Paris, the Augusta National Golf Club, and residential projects in Osaka, Japan, and London, England. 77 Walnut St., Peabody, 978-977-7357; finelines.com
GALERIE D’ORSAY
Just steps away from the Boston Public Garden, this gallery of paintings and sculptures from the 16th to the 21st century is the perfect place to fill out your home art collection. The welcoming staff is exceedingly knowledgeable and presents a laid-back and friendly atmosphere.
33 Newbury St., 617-266-8001; galerie-dorsay.com
GAUTHIER STACY
This award-winning high-end interior design firm has renovated Nantucket summer retreats, NYC apartments, Wisconsin lake cottages, and Florida island homes. In commercial work, Gauthier Stacy’s portfolio includes yacht clubs, the Trinity Place lobby, and the Edson Hill Inn in Vermont. INSIDER TIP: Bring in all of your inspirations. Gauthier Stacy’s design team has been known to take cues from books and film in addition to real life. 112 Shawmut Ave., 617-4220001; gauthierstacy.com
HARK + OSBORNE INTERIOR DESIGN
Known for a keen sensibility, Hark + Osborne brings a timeless approach to its residential interiors and commercial projects—just have a look inside the wildly popular Aquitaine restaurant, which has bistro-goers flocking for the Left Bank glamour. 46 Waltham St., 617-504-1767; hpluso.com
KATHLEEN HAY DESIGNS
This Nantucket-based interiors, exteriors, and graphic design firm specializes in high-end residential projects and graphic design commissions. Hay herself has been named a “World’s Best Designer” by CNBC Television and the New York Times. Nantucket, 508-228-1219; kathleenhaydesigns.com
KATIE ROSENFELD INTERIOR DESIGN
Known for her bold approach to colors and patterns—and frequent nods to chinoiserie—Katie Rosenfeld’s designs range from fresh traditional to 20th-century vintage, inspirations she credits to her upbringing in Florida, her fashionable (and “crazy”) mother, and her two daughters and poodle. 16 Laurel Ave., Ste. 180, Wellesley, 781-235-2450; katierosenfeld design.com
KOO DE KIR ARCHITECTURAL INTERIORS
Koo de Kir describes its interior designs as “stylish and unfussy.” The name derives from a phonetic reading of the French expression “coup de coeur,” or “love at first sight,” an apt description for its beautiful commercial and residential work. INSIDER TIP: The firm also offers post-project support to help settle into the new space. 516 E. 2nd St., Ste. 108, 617-268-8111; koodekir.com
KRISTEN RIVOLI INTERIOR DESIGN
Designer Rivoli flourishes when mixing Midcentury pieces and European antiques with Moroccan details. Her style has attracted a long and varied client list, including the Museum of Science, Harvard University, and multiple owners of Commonwealth brownstones. 540 Main St., Winchester, 781-729-0405; kr-id.com
KRISTINA CRESTIN DESIGN
Kristina Crestin’s interior design projects have taken her across Massachusetts and New England, redesigning a lakefront camp and a Northshore farmhouse. Crestin specializes in using modern pieces while maintaining a warm, homey feel—a difficult line to balance. 7 Summer St., Manchester-by-the-Sea, 978-890-7186; kristinacrestin design.com
LEWIS INTERIORS
While Boston design firm Lewis Interiors has renovated homes across the state, it has also added its touch to West Hollywood pieds-à-terre and Central Park penthouses. Its Back Bay studio displays its opulent aesthetic: red walls with black trim, gold frames and candelabras adorning the walls—all under a shimmering chandelier. 31 Gloucester St., 617-3670731; lewisinteriorsboston.com
LIZ CAAN INTERIORS
Liz Caan has a distinctive style (and an amazing Instagram feed) that makes her one of the most colorful interior designers in Boston. Caan has also partnered with Jill Rosenwald to create a tabletop line, and offers “Design To Go” kits for different room types, available online. 1064 & 1066 Centre St., Newton, 617-244-0424; lizcaaninteriors.com
NATASHA WILLAUER INTERIORS
This Nantucket design firm shares a space with an antiques shop, which helps explain Willauer’s love for punctuating rooms with vintage touches. The firm has redesigned homes across Nantucket and in Boston, Vermont, and Florida. 2 India St., Nantucket, 508-228-9553; natashawillauerinteriors.com
POMPEII DESIGN GROUP
Pompeii Design Group’s decorating services include window treatments, paint finishes, kitchen and bathroom design, furniture design, lighting, flooring, artworks, and more.
INSIDER TIP: Give them a call! Pompeii’s Downtown Boston offices happily provide free design consultations. 110 Stuart St., Ste. 17D, 617-792-7463; pompeiidesigngroup.com
SOMERTON PARK INTERIORS
Designer Petra Hausberger was born in Austria and grew up between Australia and the US. Today she travels the globe in search of luxury and inspiration, which seeps into her Brookline firm’s worldly and unique interior designs, as seen at Boston restaurants such as Bastille Kitchen, Chalet, and Serafina. 617-739-7224; somertonparkinteriors.com
SPAZIO ROSSO INTERIOR DESIGN
The three women who run Boston firm Spazio Rosso are recognized for their stunning interiors and attention to art. The team has been honored by the New England chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers for their exceptional work. 978-263-5870; spaziorosso.com
THEODORE & COMPANY INTERIOR DESIGN
Theodore & Company’s extensive design portfolio includes a New Hampshire pool house, a classy Georgetown home in DC, a Central Park West apartment in New York, and the Mandarin Oriental hotel in Boston. In fact, principals Kate McCusker Rosenberger and Paula McCusker have designed across the nation, as far away as Wyoming and Hawaii. 96 Charles St., 617-2271915; theodoreandcompany.com