Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Interior Design Solutions in Chicago
At Mary Nigh Design, we specialize in transforming spaces into personalized sanctuaries that reflect our clients' unique styles and aspirations. Our approach combines meticulous attention to detail with a collaborative process, ensuring every projectfrom single-room updates to full-home renovations embodies both timeless elegance and modern functionality. With a deep appreciation for architecture, natural light, and spatial flow, we curate designs that harmonize cherished existing elements with fresh, innovative choices in furniture, textiles, and accessories.Our team prioritizes clear communication and seamless collaboration, working closely with artisans and tradespeople to deliver results that exceed expectations. Whether reimagining a historic estate or crafting a contemporary retreat, we are committed to creating spaces that feel both inviting and enduringly cohesive.
Services
Interior Design
Home Renovation
Custom Furniture Selection
Space Planning
Color Consultation
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized design solutions tailored to each client's unique taste and lifestyle.
- Our team ensures meticulous attention to detail in every project, from planning to installation.
- We blend cherished pieces with innovative design elements for timeless, cohesive spaces.
- Our collaborative approach prioritizes clear communication and client involvement throughout the process.
- We specialize in both historic and modern spaces, adapting to diverse architectural styles.
What people say
Impeccable taste
Thoughtful designs
Cohesive look
Stress-free process
Expert eye
Services
Interior Design
Our interior design service focuses on creating personalized spaces that reflect your unique style and lifestyle. We combine functional layouts with curated aesthetics, ensuring every detailfrom furniture selection to color palettesenhances your home's beauty and usability. With a collaborative approach, we transform visions into cohesive, timeless environments.
Home Renovation
Home renovation services address both aesthetic and structural updates, tailored to modernize or restore spaces. We manage projects from concept to completion, integrating architectural integrity with contemporary needs. Our process ensures seamless execution, delivering refreshed interiors that align with your vision and daily living requirements.
Custom Furniture Selection
Custom furniture selection involves handpicking pieces that complement your space's design and your personal taste. We source unique, high-quality itemsfrom statement furniture to bespoke creationsto create distinctive, functional environments that elevate your home's overall aesthetic.
Space Planning
Space planning optimizes room functionality and flow by strategically arranging furniture and architectural elements. We analyze spatial relationships to maximize usability while maintaining aesthetic harmony, ensuring every inch of your home serves its intended purpose effectively.
Color Consultation
Color consultation provides expert guidance on selecting paint, fabric, and decor hues that unify your space. We consider lighting, existing elements, and personal preferences to craft cohesive color palettes that enhance mood, depth, and visual continuity throughout your home.
People
Mary Nigh
Principal & Lead Designer
Mary Nigh is a passionate interior designer known for her collaborative approach and keen eye for detail. She specializes in creating spaces that reflect clients' personalities while balancing functionality and aesthetics, drawing on over two decades of industry experience.
Sarah K. McDermott
Interior Design Assistant
Sarah K. McDermott supports design projects with meticulous attention to detail, assisting in material selection, client communication, and project coordination to ensure seamless execution of Mary Nigh Design's vision.
Molly Schmidt
Accountant
Molly Schmidt manages financial operations, ensuring efficient budget tracking and transparent financial communication for clients throughout their design projects.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Chicago, the North Shore, and the broader Midwest region, offering both in-person consultations and remote design solutions.
What types of projects do you handle?
We specialize in interior design and renovation projects of all scales, including single-room updates, full-home transformations, and outdoor space design.
How does your design process work?
Our process begins with a discovery meeting to understand your vision, followed by concept development, material selection, budget planning, and hands-on installation oversight.
Can you work with existing furniture and decor?
Yes, we excel at repurposing cherished items, integrating them thoughtfully with new elements to create cohesive, personalized spaces that reflect your history and style.
How do you ensure client collaboration?
We prioritize regular communication through in-person meetings, digital updates, and shared documents to keep you informed and involved at every project stage.
